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Volcano Wonders of Reykjanes Geopark

Explore the otherworldly beauty of Reykjanes Geopark's Volcanic Wonders. Witness dramatic landscapes, bubbling geothermal activity, and rugged terrain in this unique Icelandic natural wonder.

The Reykjanes Geopark is located on a peninsula divided between two continents. This unique placement of the Reykjanes Peninsula on the drift zone between the North American and the Eurasian continental plates makes it a true Volcanic Wonder.

On the drive along the Reykjanes peninsula, you are constantly in the presence of the roaring Atlantic Ocean, endless lava fields, and volcanic craters. An alien landscape, decorated by windblown palagonite and petrified troll formations.

Your adventure starts by the youngest volcano in Iceland, Fagradalsfjall Volcano, and the surrounding lava fields. The hike up to the view point takes about 40 minutes, where you will be able to explore the devastating yet beautiful aftermath of this recent volcanic eruption.

From 2021 there have been three eruptions on the peninsula, the most recent one ended on 6th of August 2023.

After the volcano hike, you stop by the bridge between continents, where you can walk between the continental plates that divide the peninsula. This stop underlines this unique placement directly on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge.

On your way back to Reykjavík, you will stop by the largest mud pool in Iceland, Gunnuhver. You can feel the ground shake from the enormous power released from the boiling water and steam released.

You will also visit one of the most iconic features of the Icelandic volcanic landscape, the boiling mud pools of Seltún, and the steaming colourful surrounding landscape. This stop is only available when the road to Seltún is open (usually closed during winter)

Experience Includes

  • Guided tour & Hike
  • Return transportation
  • Visit to an eruption site
  • Gunnuhver geothermal field of various mud pools
  • Bromketill natural pool carved out of an eroded lava shoreline
  • Bridge between two continents
  • Seltún geothermal area (Closed during Winter)

Experience Excludes

  • Meals, snacks or refreshments
  • Optional gratuities
  • Hiking gear

Departs

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, year round.

Departure location

Picks up from most hotels and guesthouses in Reykjavik

Start times

10.00am, with hotel pick-ups from approximately 30 minutes prior to that time.

Duration

8 hours.

Terms & Conditions

  • You will receive a voucher for this experience. Please read it thoroughly.
  • You will be required to present a printed copy of your voucher at the time of tour departure..
  • Pick-up from hotels and guesthouses starts 30 minutes before the tour departure time. You will be advised specific times upon reconfirmation locally.
  • Returning from your tour, you will be dropped off at the pick-up point you were collected from or at the closest possible point.
  • Children MUST be aged at least 10 years old to participate on this tour.
  • This tour requires has a moderate difficulty level and guests should be in reasonable health. Please check with your doctor prior if you have any medical issues.
  • Warm clothing, waterproof jack and sturdy shoes are recommended. Thermals are suggested for colder days.
  • Hiking crampons and poles are highly recommended.
  • Please take water with you as this will not be provided on the tour.
  • Cancellation Policy: Free cancellations for bookings cancelled with the operator up to 72 hours before your chosen activity date. No refunds are given for cancellations / amendments made within 72 hours.