Hiking in Reykjavik

Reykjanes Volcanic Zone Day Hike

Duration: 10 hours Medium

Duration: 10 hours Medium

Why we love this tour

This hike shows you the wonders of Iceland - like Geldingadalir, the newest volcano in the country!

  • Hike in the volcanic zone full of hot springs and bright colors
  • Walk along the fascinating sea cliffs
  • Learn interesting facts about erruptions and volcanoes
  • Walk across a bridge from one continent to another
  • See oldest lighthouse in Iceland and a column of volcanic rock
  • Relax at the Blue Lagoon SPA
Duration 10 hours, the duration is estimated to approximately 9-11 hours
Difficulty Medium
Children 8+
Languages English

What’s included

  • Professional tour guided in English in a minibus
  • Guided Hike to the Geldingadalir Valley (Fagradalsfjall Mountain)
  • (Optional) Blue Lagoon visit with Comfort Admission Included (entrance, towel rental & welcome drink)
  • Pick up and drop off within Reykjavik 
  • Free Wi-Fi on bus & USB chargers next to every seat


  • Lunch – we make scheduled stops so that guests can buy lunch or snacks during the tour

Pricing

Adult 84 $ / per person
Age 16+
Child 75 $ / per person
Age 8 - 13
Teenager 75 $ / per person
Age 14 - 15

Need to know before you go

  • The tour takes about 9 hours (11 hours if the Blue Lagoon is booked)
  • Tour is being operated under all weather conditions: please bring warm, wind & waterproof clothes
  • Good hiking shoes are obligatory (but available to be rented during booking process)

Show more

Small groups (maximum 19 visitors)

Cancellation

Free cancellation: up to 24 hours prior to departure

Meeting point

Pick up from various hotels or cruise terminals in Reykjavik

Parts of the Reykjavik city centre are restricted for bus driving. This means that all tour companies are only allowed to stop at certain designated bus stop locations in the centre of Reykjavík to pick up the guests from hotels or other accommodations located within this area. If you are staying outside Reykjavik than we can pick you up from the BSI Bus Terminal or you can come to our office located at Fiskislod 45m, 101 Reykjavik and join the tour from there.

Provided by

NiceTravel

Why we love this tour

This hike shows you the wonders of Iceland - like Geldingadalir, the newest volcano in the country!

  • Hike in the volcanic zone full of hot springs and bright colors
  • Walk along the fascinating sea cliffs
  • Learn interesting facts about erruptions and volcanoes
  • Walk across a bridge from one continent to another
  • See oldest lighthouse in Iceland and a column of volcanic rock
  • Relax at the Blue Lagoon SPA
Duration 10 hours, the duration is estimated to approximately 9-11 hours
Difficulty Medium
Children 8+
Languages English

In March 2021, a brand-new volcano bursted into life on the Reykjanes peninsula, between the airport and Reykjavik. Since then, thousands of Icelanders and visitors from all over the world have enjoyed the incredible sight of molten lava flowing through the valleys around Geldingadalir. Come see it as well!

Seltun Geothermal Area
On our way to Geldingadalir, we’ll first visit Seltun. In this geothermally active area, you’ll see bubbling hotpots and mud pools boiling in an almost alien landscape. The hot springs, sulfur smells and bright colors will captivate you!

Geldingadalir (Fagradalsfjall) eruption site
Let us take you on a tour of the eruption site to explore the freshest lava fields in the world. Our expert guides will explain how the eruption happened and how the volcano has changed the Icelandic landscape.

You’ll see the volcano’s crater and the enormous tongues of jet-black lava reaching across the horizon on this fascinating hiking expedition!

Gunnuhver Hot Springs & Valahnukamol
After exploring Geldingadalir, our next stop is the hot springs at Gunnuhver, another colorful steaming hot spring that sends clouds of vapor billowing high into the sky. There are deep mud pools here, and folklore stories tell of a witch who fell to her doom here, so watch where you walk!

Nearby, you’ll have a chance to walk along the towering sea cliffs of Valahnukamol, home to colonies of birds, where earlier volcanic lava flows met the Atlantic Ocean thousands of years ago.

The views are breathtaking in all directions, and you’ll see Reykjanesviti, the oldest lighthouse in Iceland, as well as Karlinn, an enormous 60-meter column of volcanic rock that stands just offshore.

Bridge Between Continents
Another tremendous force shaping Iceland is right at The Bridge Between Continents.

Iceland stands on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, a globe-straddling geological fault line between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates. These continents are slowly pulling apart at the same speed that your fingernails grow. Here you’ll be able to walk across a bridge from one continent to another in just a few steps! 

Blue Lagoon (optional)
The last part of our tour is the most popular place of the whole country – the iconic Blue Lagoon. Here the milky sea waters contrast with black lava fields. If you want to join this part of the tour, please select “Tour with Blue Lagoon admission” option during booking process. 

Here you can soak all your cares away in two beautiful hours at the Blue Lagoon SPA. It is a perfect way to reflect on an unforgettable day spent on the Reykjanes Peninsula. If you decide to add this experience to your itinerary, you can borrow swimming suit, slippers and bathrobes at the reception. Once entering the Blue Lagoon, you will receive a towel and electronic bracelet to open/close your locker and to pay for additional services and refreshments (please note that one welcome drink is already included in the comfort admission). 

Geothermal seawaters at the Blue Lagoon are reach in silica, algae and various minerals. Even though whole bathing area is located outdoors, the temperature of the water kept between 37° and 40°C (98°-104°F) will make you feel comfortable. 

The Reykjanes Volcano Tour gives you the chance to see Iceland at its wildest, where the “Land of Fire and Ice” is constantly changed by volcanic eruptions, glaciers and fierce winds.

Need to know before you go

  • The tour takes about 9 hours (11 hours if the Blue Lagoon is booked)
  • Tour is being operated under all weather conditions: please bring warm, wind & waterproof clothes
  • Good hiking shoes are obligatory (but available to be rented during booking process)

Show more

Small groups (maximum 19 visitors)

Cancellation

Free cancellation: up to 24 hours prior to departure

Meeting point

Pick up from various hotels or cruise terminals in Reykjavik

Parts of the Reykjavik city centre are restricted for bus driving. This means that all tour companies are only allowed to stop at certain designated bus stop locations in the centre of Reykjavík to pick up the guests from hotels or other accommodations located within this area. If you are staying outside Reykjavik than we can pick you up from the BSI Bus Terminal or you can come to our office located at Fiskislod 45m, 101 Reykjavik and join the tour from there.

Provided by

NiceTravel

About OutdoorVisit.com

Star Star Star Star Star 5 on Google (15 reviews)
Michal Tyl Photo We are dedicated outdoor enthusiasts. We are running, climbing, hiking, cycling, yoga-ing nature lovers who want to share the best of this world with you.

What our customers say about us

Tara, Germany
Star Star Star Star Star
You were a terrific resource for planning our trip. Thank you so much for all of your effort! We will look forward to using Outdoor visit again as we hope to plan many future vacations like this one!
Tiffany, France
Star Star Star Star Star
We had the perfect day, sunny, enough wind and a spectacular setting. The pilot, Jordi, was charming, pleasant and professional and the support at Outdoor Visit is efficient, responsive and friendly. We had a memorable afternoon. Thank you.
Keith, Brazil
Star Star Star Star Star
Our guide was wonderful!! Very accommodating to our needs. We had 2 children in our group and she worked with use make it a wonderful experience.

You might also like