Top Iceland Adventure Tours - page 5

Make the most of your time in Iceland on this guided tour from Reykjavik that combines three of the country's most spectacular sites with a northern lights tour. During the day, explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Thingvellir National Park, marvel at the teeming waterfall of Gullfoss, and watch Geysir spout steaming hot water into the air. After being dropped off back at your hotel, there is time to rest before you are picked back up to go hunting for the northern lights, weather permitting.

Experience the thrill of speeding over Iceland’s rivers, waterfalls, and glaciers on a zipline adventure in the seaside village of Vík. This action-packed excursion combines exciting ziplines with hiking through Iceland’s dynamic landscape. The zipline course is just three minutes from the Vík Hi Hostel (the meeting spot) and ends with a walk back to the hostel so you can spend more time adventuring and less time in transit.

Go beyond the Golden Circle and journey into Iceland's wild southern realm, where black-sand beaches meet towering volcanoes and waterfalls thunder and rage. On this intimate small-group adventure from Reykjavik, you'll marvel at the raw power of Eyjafjallajökull, stand beneath the mystical cascades of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, venture into Thorsmork's hidden valley, and experience Solheimajokull's ancient ice—all with a guide lighting the wild way.

Enjoy the special chance to explore one of Iceland's largest glaciers on a Sleipnir Monster Truck tour of Langjökull. Make your way to Gullfoss—a major stop on the Golden Circle—and hop aboard. Led by an experienced glacier driver, you'll head straight onto the ice, with the opportunity to disembark, put on crampons, and explore. As you go, learn more about glaciers and local mythology and admire the scenic views before refueling with Icelandic refreshments.

Explore Thorsmork, a unique area located between three glaciers, on this customizable, small-group tour. Travel through the rugged wilderness in a Super Jeep to Thorsmork for an optional hike. Traverse rough roads and glacial rivers in the jeep to the Volcano Huts Resort for an included lunch stop before continuing on the adventure.

The Snaefellsnes Peninsula is a popular side trip from Reykjavik, known for its extraordinary volcanic landscapes, but it’s a shame to cram the highlights into a day trip. This self-guided audio tour lets you enjoy all the benefits of a guided tour while driving the peninsula at your own pace and creating your own flexible trip itinerary. Follow the pre-planned route downloaded to a smartphone app and stop at all the must-see attractions, scenic viewpoints, and lesser-known landmarks.

Explore Iceland's Golden Circle on a full-day tour from Reykjavik by rugged Superjeep vehicle, ideal for the conditions. Travel along a route that features three of the country’s top natural sights: Thingvellir National Park, Geysir geothermal area, and Gullfoss Waterfall. Avoid the risk and distraction of self-driving through the harsh terrain. Each Superjeep contains a small group, so you get personalized attention and a more comfortable ride.

Set out in search of the northern lights on this tour from Reykjavik. Join a guide who knows where to look and hop aboard a Jeep, which will get you to scenic spots that larger buses can’t reach. Your guide will choose the best potential observation point , but if you don’t see the lights you can try again at no extra cost

Discover Iceland’s raw natural beauty on an 7-hour adventure to Goðafoss, Hverfjall Crater, and Dettifoss Waterfall. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this tour offers scenic landscapes, exciting hikes, and awe-inspiring waterfalls—all in one unforgettable day.

A visit to Vestmannaeyjar is a must when staying in Iceland, but getting there isn't always easy. This group trip takes the hassle out of planning with included ferry tickets, air-conditioned minibus transfers, and a local guide to lead the way. See puffins in their natural habitat, hike up Eldfell for incredible views, and spot wildlife you’re unlikely to find on your own.

On this tour we visit, Goðafoss, Aldeyjarfoss and Hrafnabjargarfoss waterfalls. Then we start our journey through the uninhabited Icelandic highlands towards Laugafell hot spring. There you can enjoy a bath in a geothermal pool sourrounded by nature. An adventure and unforgettable experience. On our way back to Akureyri, we will enjoy an spectacular view over Eyjafjörður. Certified, local guide.

Iceland is famous for its impressive volcanic landscapes, but you must leave Reykjavik to see them, which is hard without a rental car. This half-day tour includes hotel pickup and takes you out of the city on a tour of the Reykjanes Peninsula to show you how volcanic activity has shaped the region. See craters, lava fields, hot springs, and where the 2023 eruptions happened right outside the town of Grindavík.

Explore the best of Iceland's natural highlights—and let someone else plan your sightseeing—on this comprehensive, 3-day tour. On the first day, see the best of the Golden Circle, from the UNESCO–listed Thingvellir National Park to Gullfoss waterfall. On the second day, head to the South Coast to enjoy a dramatic glacier hike and lava tunnel visit (equipment separate expense). And on the third day, admire scenery from glacier lagoons to black-sand beaches.

Few visitors get to experience Iceland's wild landscapes from up in the air. On this helicopter tour from Reykjavik, choose from a range of flight times and get ready for an adventure as your helicopter whirrs upwards and soars over the capital. Touch down on the flat summit of Mt. Esja, step out, and take photos of the panoramas that stretch over Reykjavik, the Atlantic, and across the nearby peaks.

Iceland is a nature-lover’s paradise and this small group tour gives you the opportunity to explore the beauty of the Icelandic highlands. The landscape is otherworldly at times, with turf houses, canyons, waterfalls, and volcanos filling the horizon. Your small group will spend the day visiting sites like the Hjalparfoss twin waterfall, the Gjain oasis, and Sigöldugljúfur, known as the Valley of Tears. See these stunning locations without the hassle of large groups or renting your own car.

Thrill-seeking travelers will love this incredible caving adventure inside the Lofthellir ice cave within a lava tunnel. Get deep inside the cave safely with the help of your guide. Crawl through narrow spaces near the entrance but then be amazed as the cave opens up, allowing you to see the fascinating geology. You’ll be provided with helmets, lights, and studded boots to keep you safe and comfortable.

This private northern lights tour makes braving the Icelandic winter cold worth it and gives you the best chance of seeing the aurora. Following evening hotel pickup in Reykjavik, travel with your photographer-guide into nature. With the option to go off-road for darker adventures, increase your odds of capturing wild photos of the lights while enjoying hot chocolate, coffee, or tea.

Bolafjall Sky Walk and Syðridalur Mine. This tour offers a mix of natural beauty, history and a touch of adventure in a small or private group. You'll experience Bolafjall sky walk, enjoy the views of steep cliffs and endless North Atlantic Ocean with Hornstrandir Nature Reserve in the far distance. Also, you will have a chance to learn about NATO's monitoring infrastructure located on the mountain. After walking into the sky, we will head for a short hike to explore the old and abandoned lignite mine in Syðridalur. Hiking at a moderate pace to the mines gives us enough time to visit the Ósvör Maritime Museum as well. Syðridalur in Bolungarvík is known for an old lignite mine which is situated in the valley. It was mined from the mine in the years of 1917 until 1921 or while and after the first World War. To get into the mine you almost have to crawl, but once you're in the ceiling gets higher and you can stand upright. Scenic walk up to the mine takes around 25 min on a marked trail.

Maximize your chances of seeing the northern lights—or enjoy an alternative activity if viewing conditions aren't suitable—on an evening boat tour from Reykjavik's Old Harbour. Sail away from the city lights into Faxaflói Bay, where you can enjoy a darker environment and ideal perspective on the night sky. Otherwise, be automatically enrolled in an alternative activity—a short film, photography workshop, and tour of the Whales of Iceland exhibition—in case of poor weather.

Enhance your experience of Iceland’s renowned Golden Circle—and beat the crowds on this popular sightseeing route—on a private, full-day tour from Reykjavik. Absorb the UNESCO–listed landscapes of Thingvellir National Park, discover the seismic activity of the Haukadalur Valley, walk along the ancient Kerid Crater, and capture photographs of the colossal cascades of the Gullfoss Waterfall. Round-trip transit helps make your sightseeing simple.

Embark on a photogenic aerial tour Landmannalaugar, Vatnajökull glacier, Grímsvötn eruption site, Lakagígar and more. Go over the flight plan with your pilot, and take off over the area, observing the steam blowing from the lake on top of the glacier, massive volcanic craters, countless mountains and valleys, and Iceland’s Highlands.

Note: More operators are using the same cave, so we can't guarantee being alone in the cave. If you want less crowded experiences we recommend taking a look at our blue ice experience - glacier hiking tours. An extra-small group tour to an ice cave located on Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier. This tour is operated by a small, local company. You'll meet your licensed guide at Jökulsárlón. From there it's an approximately 35 minute drive in a 4x4 truck to the glacier parking. It takes about 20 minutes to walk to the edge of the glacier. There we put on crampons and start a 45 minute hike on the ice towards the ice cave. We usually spend around 30-45 minutes in the cave, taking plenty of photos and exploring the various formations in the cave.

Experienced riders can enjoy a more intimate glimpse of rural Iceland on this small-group, horseback ride to Reykjafoss waterfall and the Héraðsvötn delta. Benefit from the insights of your guide as you trot along countryside trails, cross waterways, and admire sweeping views of the striking landscape, avoiding hidden costs with gear rental and a hot drink included in the price.

Take the classic Golden Circle Tour and explore the Icelandic wilderness on board an ATV during this full-day combination tour from Reykjavik. Drive a rugged ATV down gravel tracks along the shores of Hafravatn Lake and up Hafrafell Mountain on an off-road adventure. Then board a comfortable coach to discover the wonders of the Golden Circle, including Gullfoss, Thingvellir National Park, and Geysir.