Reykjanes Lava Circle - Private Tour: Explore the Continental Divide and Geothermal Wonders
Bridge Between Continents
Cross the continental divide, witness boiling mud pools, hike along magnificent cliffs, and experience local cuisine on this private tour of Reykjanes Lava Circle.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Bridge Between Continents - Bridge between Europe and North America on Reykjanes Peninsula.
  • Stampar - Two volcanic fissures lie from the sea onto land on the western side of Reykjanes and form a series of craters. These crater series have been named Stampar.
  • Valahnúkur - Valahnúkur is composed of tuff layers, pillow lava and breccia. The mountain was formed in a single eruption and shows evidence of the different phases of the eruption. The tuff forms in explosive eruption, while the pillow lava forms when the lava erupts under water.
  • Gunnuhver Hot Springs - The mud pools take form where steam from boiling geothermal reservoir water emanates and condenses and mixes with surface water. Accompanying gases such as carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulphide make the water acid. This causes alteration of the fresh lava rock to clay.
  • Brimketill - Brimketill is a small, naturally carved pool, by marine erosion, at the lava shore edge west of the town of Grindavík.
  • Blue Lagoon - Here we stop for photos
  • Café Bryggjan - We will take our lunch here
  • Krysuvik - Here you get chance to veiw and take pictures of the amazing Krýsvík Hot spring.
  • Kleifarvatn Lake - Picture stop of the magnificant lake Kleifarvatn.
What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

This excursion stands out as it provides an extraordinary chance to traverse the continental rift between the tectonic plates of North-America and Eurasia. Guests can observe boiling mud pools in Gunnuhver, reflecting an awe-inspiring geological occurrence. Feel the might of the sea while exploring awe-striking cliffs. With a pitstop in Grindavík town to sample the local food, the route navigates through Iceland’s picturesque southern coastline. The geothemal region of Seltún or Krýsuvík holds enrapturing sights, and journeying past the gorgeous lake Kleifarvatn brings the trip to a close. The blend of geological marvels, nature’s aesthetics, and traditional customs make this journey favoured by guides and adventurers equally.

  • Tour Duration is travel time included
Location
Bridge Between Continents
Road 425
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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