Helicopter tour from Reykjavik: Hengill Area with at site landing

Recommended by 94% of travelers

Reykjavik, Iceland

50 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.)
Flight time: 50 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Escape the crowds and see Iceland from a new perspective during a helicopter flight over Hellisheiði plateau, the country’s most active volcanic area. Even if you reach Iceland by plane, the views from the helicopter are unique because of the lower altitudes you’ll fly at. See vast lava fields with thick moss carpets, vibrant basalt mountains, bubbling springs, and Reykjavik from above in style.

Enjoy bird’s eye views of key natural and urban landmarks
See parts of the volcanoes you wouldn’t be able to from land
All fuel surcharges and landing fees already included
A maximum of five travelers makes for an intimate and personal experience

What's Included

Landing
Fuel surcharge

Food

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Ace FBO Reykjavík
Reykjavík Airport, Reykjavík, 101, 102 Reykjavík, Iceland

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Hellisheidi (Pass By)

Hengill

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hellisheiðarvirkjun (Pass By)

Nesjavallavirkjun (Pass By)

Bláfjöll (Pass By)

Reykjavik (Pass By)

Additional Info

Total weight per passenger: 265 lbs
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 16 reviews

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Great helicopter ride

Jeannie_H, Nov 2025

The views were amazing from all of the seats. It was great to walk around a thermal pond and the area we landed also had great views

Fire & Ice

Edward_E, Jun 2025

We loved this helicopter tour! Clements (sp?) was an outstanding pilot, the helicopter was modern & clean, the weather was perfect & the Icelandic scenery from the air was simply spectacular! Thank you!

‘Can’t miss’ experience.

Karen_H, Oct 2023

Our coordinator was kind, courteous, and accommodating. My friend and I felt very safe with our experienced and skilled helicopter pilot.

Einfach nur WOW! <3

Franziska_A, Aug 2023

Wow! Diese drei Buchstaben drücken eigentlich schon alles aus und doch können sie nicht ansatzweise das Erlebte einfangen. Der Heliflug mit dem sehr sympathischen und fähigen Piloten ist ausnahmslos zu empfehlen. Die Landschaft, das Adrenalin im Körper und auch das Dauergrinsen welches ich selbst noch nach Tagen im Gesicht habe überzeugen voll und ganz. Ich würde es jederzeit wieder buchen - und es sei versichert: hätte ich die Mittel, würde ich mir am liebsten selbst einen Helikopter kaufen.... :-) Gut, nen Piloten bräuchte ich auch irgendwie.... :-) #uneingeschränkte Empfehlung! #Loved it

Fabuleux voyage en Islande

Daniel_H, Jun 2023

Survol de Hengill avec l'atterrissage. Marcher sur le glacier était fabuleux. Ensuite nous avons atterri près de sources d'eaux chaudes. Les couleurs incroyables. Le pilote passait lentement d'un côté et de l'autre au dessus des plus beaux sites (gorges, rivières) en nous commentant et répondant à toutes nos questions. Expérience à faire absolument quand vous venez en Islande !