Volcano Tour on Reykjanes Peninsula Including Icelandic Snacks
4.3
91 Ratings
Reykjavik

Enjoy the tour of the recent volcanic eruption in Iceland. The tour is safe and along with the Volcano eruption adventure, we have added many other places to the tour itinerary to make the tour more and more enjoyable for our guests :)

Please note that this tour will go to the new volcanic eruption hike.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Reykjavik - Our day tour kicks off with a swift and efficient pick-up service. We’ll collect you from either a central Reykjavik hotel or one of the numerous pick-up points scattered throughout the city. Once everyone is on board, we’ll depart the city and start our adventure.
  • Reykjanes Peninsula - Leaving the capital behind, you’ll venture into the volcanic terrains of the Reykjanes Peninsula. This peninsula lies along the Mid-Atlantic Rift, separating the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates. Despite its location between two tectonic plates, no volcanic eruptions were recorded there for 800 years. However, the Fagradalsfjall volcano’s eruption in March 2021 changed everything. The six-month-long eruption attracted hundreds of tourists with its spectacular display of fountaining red-hot lava.
  • Fagradalsfjall Volcano Eruptions: 2023, 2022, 2021 - Set out on an extraordinary adventure: witness a live volcanic eruption and flowing magma! Our expert guide will pick you up from Reykjavik, and together, you’ll embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey. The trek to the Litli Hrutur Active Volcano requires physical stamina, covering up to 10 kilometers each way. However, the experience is immensely rewarding, offering stunning views of expansive lava fields and the captivating sight of an active eruption. Upon arrival, you’ll witness the beautiful formation of these lava fields and the mesmerizing display of fresh lava spewing and flowing.
  • Seltún Geothermal Area - Seltùn (Geothermal site in Krysuvik) - You don’t have to venture far from Reykjavik to encounter vibrant geothermal sites, and Seltún is one of them. Visiting Seltún, like all geothermal locations in Iceland, feels like stepping into another world. Seltún features both bubbling mud pools and boiling hot springs.
  • Kleifarvatn Lake - Kleifarvatn is the largest lake on the Reykjanes Peninsula. This area is renowned for its geothermal and geological activities, with the landscape covered in a thick layer of lava. We’ll enjoy a brief yet stunning drive by the lake.
What's Included
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Parking fees
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
Location
Reykjavik
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Kattmat2001
Mar 22, 2024
Absolutely must see - We almost missed our tour because I had mistook our arrival time. Speedy, who organizes EVERYTHING behind the scenes, shuffled manifests around and ensured we didn't miss the unbelievable opportunity to see the volcanic eruption. We were nearly an hour late but he worked his magic and we actually got to see one of the most spectacular sights of the world. Peter, our pilot, was very safety minded, professional and personable - a difficult combination to achieve. Viewing the eruption was on par with Angor Wat, Petra, and the pyramids of Egypt. If possible, don't let the price stop you because it is truly a once in a lifetime experience!
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Alexander_r
May 29, 2024
A definite must do but be prepared to walk up hill nonstop for an hour - Was a very long walk but an experience I’ll likely never get to see again. The lava was still smoking from the last time it erupted and you get to walk along the safe parts. Tour guide was hilarious, snack wasn’t great as it was dried fish, very specific taste even for fish eaters! Great view when you get to the top. If you’re unfit though it can be a bit of a mission up and no one stops for a breather!
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Stacey_w
Mar 21, 2024
Lava beds and dried fish - We enjoyed the tour. Our guide, Johannes, told us at the beginning of the tour that we would not be able to do the hiking part of the tour. That was disappointing but out of his control. He had a lot of information about Iceland he shared and answered all the questions we had. He was a very pleasant young man. It was disappointing that the name of the tour includes “Icelandic snacks” but the only snack offered was dried fish and butter to dip it in. I really don’t like fish.
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Sophie_j
Mar 15, 2024
Not as described - Unfortunately, this tour was not as described. We expected a hike up a volcano - minimum 10km, which did not happen. We visited a number of geothermal plants and a new volcano field which was great but not at all as described. The title suggests 'Icelandic snacks' which did not happen either.
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796wenliw
Jun 9, 2024
Worst tour ever - Never book this tour, the tour was cancelled but never told us until the last minute unless we initiate a call to them if not they will not tell you anything about it
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Jennifer_f
Jun 6, 2024
Scam!!! Beware!!!! - BEWARE!!!!! Bus never showed up. Waited for almost an hour in the cold. No communication from the tour company after several attempts. Asked the hotel to please try and contact. Phone number listed wasn’t real and googling produced another number that when answered said “this is the wrong tour company your calling” was very rude. Viator was excellent through the process and got me my money back quick.
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Kellyedwards
Jun 1, 2024
No show - They never responded after confirming my payment was received, then did not show up at the bus stop. Viator also tried to reach them to no avail. They should have never processed my payment of the operator was unresponsive. Still waiting for my refund. Very disappointing.
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Sal_m
May 19, 2024
Tour was cancelled by the tour operator - Our tour guide said he was having engine trouble and cancelled our tour. We waited for the bus for half an hour I finally had to call him to find out what was going on. It was our last day and too late to book anything else, so our last day in Iceland was ruined. You would think that they would have more than one vehicle
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Karen_m
Feb 29, 2024
The worst iceland trip - Our trip went ahead but we were stopped from going to the volcano and no idea why. The trip should have been cancelled and shame on Viator for allowing it to go shead knowing full well we could not get there. Instead we were substituted with the worse tour ever - and our poor driver did his best. However we spent nearly £200 pounds (for 2) on seeing nothing but rocks and a hot spring and a bridge - not what we paid for. And 4 hours in a van and no toilet break for over 3 hours. Lunch was in a car park - so much for Icelandic snacks that should have been included but never came. I'll be looking for full refund.
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M665bcmattp
Jan 11, 2024
Poor communication and cancelled tour - Company cancelled at midnight before our scheduled tour the next morning. I understand that cancellations can happen, but to wait until midnight was so frustrating as they gave us no time to try and plan something different for our last day of vacation. I had also emailed them some questions a couple of weeks before our trip, and never heard back. I would definitely recommend looking for a different tour company to book with.
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