Volcano Eruption Site Hike & Reykjanes Tour from Reykjavik
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Reykjavik, Iceland
- 9 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Head out of Reykjavik and into the rugged Reykjanes Peninsula on this guided tour that takes you to the newly formed landscapes created by recent volcanic eruptions at Fagradalsfjall. Discover even more of the highlights of the Reykjanes Peninsula including the Bridge Between Continents, the Reykjanesviti Lighthouse, Lake Kleifarvatn, and Gunnuhver Hot Springs.
- Venture off the beaten track on the Reykjanes Peninsula
- Learn about Iceland’s history and geology from your guide
- Stay connected between stops with onboard Wi-Fi
- Hassle-free Reykjavik hotel pickup included on request
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- WiFi on board
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Headlamp
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Start time.8:00 am
Itinerary
1
Kleifarvatn Lake
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Fagradalsfjall
4 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Reykjanes Peninsula (Pass By)
3
Gunnuhver Hot Springs
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Reykjanes Lighthouse
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Bridge Between Continents
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Geothermal Area Krysuvik
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- The route we take can change for safety reasons.
- Update August 9th: The flow of new lava at Litli-Hrutur has stopped, at least for the time being. The area is still smoldering and is fascinating to visit.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 59 travelers
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Fantastic experience with our guide Alain, he has a l9t of information and knowledge to share. Being able to get up close to a volcano and appreciate the vast amount of lava that once flowed around it, its a real eye opener, then to be able to walk on that very lava fields is phenomenal, you can literally feel the heat below you if you sit down and if you put a hand between a crevice you can feel the steam from inside, you have breath taking views along the whole route, once you reach the top you have spectacular views out to the coastal village of Grindavik and the current eruption site. I would 100% recommend this tour
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Travelers consistently praise the knowledgeable and professional guides for their personalized attention and engaging explanations of Iceland’s history, geology, and volcanic activity. The hiking activities stand out for offering memorable exploration of volcanic lava fields and expansive views, contributing to an educational and physically engaging experience. Overall, the tour is described as both informative and active, appealing to those interested in natural phenomena and outdoor adventure.
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A fantastic day of hiking and sight seeing. Michael was a brilliant guide, it was very obvious he loves the area
Petur was my guide when I went- nice guy, made sure we had a good time and saw many sites.
For the hike you need a moderate fitness level and good mobility- to climb the elevation and also walk on the uneven ground.
The wheather was brutal, but still had the best of time. VJeran was amazing, super knowledgeable and friendly. Thought the whole tour was pretty incredible, and an unforgettable experience!
I loved this excursion so much! Our tour guide Tobey was excellent and took great care of us! I loved hiking up and down a volcano eruption site, learning about the geology and its history. I also loved visiting the “bridge between two continents”. Some things I wished I had done beforehand were to get snacks and sandwiches for the day. We stopped at a bakery inside a mall before the trip began. I wished there were other stores that were open that had more options. I also wished I brought appropriate hiking boots; lesson learned for next times! Overall an incredible experience!
It was an extraordinary experience. The guide was very friendly and explained everything to us.
The walk was wonderful, and the restaurant recommendation for fish and chips was spectacular!
An experience I would 100% recommend.
Get to see alot related to area and volcanic activity of area. Good excursion if you like doing some hiking while sightseeing and looking around ( need to be in shape) vs just sitting alot on a bus all day and just a bunch of brief walks. Only issue we had was weather related and not tour fault. Had to cut 4 mile hike short when we alll got to top of ridge to look down at lava flows and found the wind increased to 50+mph (good breeze was forecast but not that til evening) that was nonconducive to continuing. Our great guide Peter safely guided us off the ridge, we all had bonded in the struggle, and continued on driving elsewhere seeing the sights. Small bus with just 16 of us which is also very nice as you get to know your bus mates. Got to see where all 3 years of flows happened and the damage to roads and one town (now semiabandoned). Peter said he never had experienced that level of wind before so at most may experience some wind if you book this and not 50+mph
This was supposed to be four hour hike on a nine hour excursion. Instead it was a two hour hike on an eleven hour excursion. This is not what I would have chosen. Also it was combined with another tour that took guests to the Blue Lagoon which meant we had to waste time shuttling guests back and forth in the middle of our day. Guide said this is always a two hour hike on an eleven hour day so there is a disconnect between the tour company and the description with Viator.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry the experience did not match the expectations created by the listing. The volcano hike itself is normally around 3-4 hours, while the overall tour is approximately 9 hours and includes the Reykjanes sightseeing stops. We have also noted your concerns regarding the overall duration and transportation arrangements.
Our volcano eruption site hike was an incredible experience! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and made the hike both fun and engaging. The views were absolutely unbelievable—beautiful landscapes and a truly unique perspective of Iceland. It was a wonderful and memorable hike, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Iceland!
This was the best tour we took in Iceland and one of the best we’ve ever been on. Walking on the volcano lava was the highlight however, the other stops were all the best in the area. EDO our driver and tour guide was excellent and participated in the tour and was very considerate of all on the tour, including the slower ones. I highly recommend him and this tour.
Kuba was an amazing guide! We walked out on the lava rock and he made sure we had a great time. Wear good shoes
Our guide Alain was great. Went out of his way on a beautiful day to make the most of our trip. Only downside is the number of pick ups and drop offs at the beginning and end.
Hike is more than moderate but worth it.
Guide did a wonderful job keeping us together. Multiple places to visit.
It was an amazing day with all the differences in weather that one can imagine from rain to mix to snow to blizzard. The volcanic land scape is like being on another planet. Be prepared of any weather. Day we went, early spring, the ground was soft and sloppy. Wear good water proof boots. Overall our guide was extremely knowledgeable.
Wow wow wow, this did not disappoint! From frozen lakes to hot springs to lava fields and volcanoes - what more could you want from a day trip! Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and made sure he chatted to the group individually aswell as a whole which was lovely. The lava fields from 2 years ago was just an epic experience.
The hike over lava fields can be abit unsteady as you have to be precise and the hike itself is around 4 mile. Some people on our trip were complaining about the hike so don’t be shocked when you go on a volcano hike you have to hike 😅
Mind blowing experience… would definitely recommend
It’s a good hike. The views are absolutely stunning. We enjoyed every step of the way. Our guide gave us a steady pace and well-timed stops to take some great pictures. The highlight was reaching the 2022 lava flow which filled the valley in front of the volcano. It was fascinating to see steam pouring from the crevices and fissures like an alien landscape. A truly special walk.
Wonderful trip, excellent hike to the volcano site. Very educational, good description of past events that has led to the geographical features seen.
My wife and I had a great time visiting the volcano eruption site and the other sites we went to. It was amazing to see that the lava was still steaming after having erupted several years ago. We visited an ancient fishing village, an ancient fault line and the beautiful southern coastline. Our guide Tom who was born and raised in Iceland was a wealth of information, not only about the sites but Iceland overall. He explained the history of Iceland and the Icelandic culture as well. It was all very interesting. This tour was well worth going.
The tour is well organised. We made multiple stops in different areas (geothermal and volcanic areas, cliffs and bridge between continents).
The guide (Elias) was extremely nice and professional and provided us with interesting information regarding volcanic phenomena.
The hike was fun.
Our guide was informative and very helpful at a few of the more challenging points of the tour. The bus, unfortunately, had mechanical problems which delayed our start (we waited to be picked up for over an hour), but we still had plenty of time to visit all of the locations listed in the itinerary. The replacement bus was full and uncomfortably cramped for the long rides required to reach all of the sites.
The hike up to the top of the volcano was unfortunately a little more challenging than we anticipated, which was no fault of the guide, of course. Walking atop the cooled lava flow at the bottom later, where steam vented eerily from fissures, more than made up for that! While helping us across, the guide took one of our phones and shot numerous pictures of us together through the billowing mists.
The Reykjanes drive by, which doesn't sound all that interesting from the itinerary, proved otherwise. The largely abandoned town of Grindavík, where a volcanic eruption in 2023 impinged on its development, was fascinating, if slightly uncomfortable because of scale of the destruction. The cooled lava flow between the homes and the cracked pavement and buildings were remarkable. We stopped there for lunch at a local cafe serving truly fresh seafood. a point omitted in the itinerary, for those concerned about stopping for something to eat during the long drive (and really should be added to the itinerary).
The stop near the lighthouse atop a tall hill, which could be viewed from a distance but not actually visited, would benefit from a more detailed description. The coastline there, though stark, was incredibly beautiful! Yes, there were some awesome sea stacks, but just a short hike from the parking lot, waves breaking in the "troll baths" (some very large tide pools), sent water high into the air above the viewing platform. From the location, it was possible to photograph both the lighthouse and rising moon to the east, as well as the setting sun sitting just above the ocean far off to the west.
Our greatest disappointment was the "Bridge between the Continents", which was anything but. Although the itinerary claims it spans the rift between the tectonic plates, the gap is actually just a small gorge and the plates do not meet there at all. It might appeal to those looking for a fun photo op, but won't be of much interest for those looking to explore a genuine geological feature. It was, nonetheless, a fun way to end the long day.
Elias was a great guide, really personable and knowledgeable about the history of Iceland and volcano in particular.
The views were sensational from the top of the hike in all directions and although a little challenging if you dont walk much, nothing too strenuous.
All of the other stops were also fantastic. It can be challenging fitting in so much at this time of year with limited light, but Elias did more than enough to ensure we saw most things.
If you want something a little different to the usual tours, then this is the one.
Ps dont forget to bring crampons in winter, you'll need them 😬
The tour was great cover many places in shorty time and tour guide was amazing and knowledgeable about the area
Loved this tour. Ottar was an amazing guide. Loved the hike through the lava fields and the drive around Grindavik. Saw a lot of the lava devastation in the town from the recent eruption.
Good day seeing the site of the recent eruptions. Also got to see some other cool things including where the North American and European tectonic plates meet. We did also stop by Blue Lagoon and got to look in. I'm not sure why there is so much interest in it, given that it's man made, filled with geothermal plant water and has a backdrop of a geothermal plant. There are so many natural wonders in Iceland to see!
Incredible tour, over 20K step day and worth every step✨🥂🌋…. incredible views, incredible sights, & friendliest tour guide!!!!
This was a fun tour covering a lot pf places. A little fast paced but it’s really fun if you would like to visit a lot of places in short time
Fantastic experience with our guide Alain, he has a l9t of information and knowledge to share. Being able to get up close to a volcano and appreciate the vast amount of lava that once flowed around it, its a real eye opener, then to be able to walk on that very lava fields is phenomenal, you can literally feel the heat below you if you sit down and if you put a hand between a crevice you can feel the steam from inside, you have breath taking views along the whole route, once you reach the top you have spectacular views out to the coastal village of Grindavik and the current eruption site. I would 100% recommend this tour
Be ready for a good workout hiking to the crater. Plenty of sites to see afterward. Excellent adventure.
The guide, Sarah, presented a lot of information, history and incidents about the places we visited. She also played multiple icelandic musics. These make us learn more about iceland. We were given sufficient time to walk around the scenic spots. This tour has good picks of scenic spots. The volcano hike is not difficult but the view was quite magnificent.
Had a great and enthusiastic guide who took us to see the lava fields and tell us all about the recent eruptions.
This was amazing and our guide was so knowledgeable, would highly recommend. So well planned and various stops along the way
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