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The Lava Tunnel: Experience the Bewitching Beauty of Raufarhólshellir, Iceland's Famous Lava Tube
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Raufarhólshellir
Explore the bewitching beauty of Raufarhólshellir, Iceland's famous lava tube. Experience the inner workings of a volcanic eruption and walk along the path where lava flowed. Book your tour now!
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Raufarhólshellir - Explore the magnificent lava tunnel Raufarhólshellir, one of the longest and best-known lava tubes in Iceland. Discover the inner workings of a volcanic eruption and walk along the path where lava flowed underground during the Leitahraun eruption over 5000 years ago. Our tour is approximately one hour whereas platforms and lights have been incorporated - making the experience of visiting the cave simply breathtaking.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Lights
- Helmets
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
Journey through the renowned Raufarhólshellir lava tunnel, among Iceland’s largest and most famous lava tubes. Situated a short 30-40 minutes away from Reykjavík, it can be visited at any time of the year. Unravel the mysteries of a volcanic eruption as you traverse the route once followed by molten lava during the Leitahraun eruption 5200 years ago. The hour-long tour is enhanced with platforms and illuminations, making the visit to the cave an awe-inspiring experience. The tour provides all the necessary gear. Select your desired tour start time when you book. Please be aware that this tour does not offer pick up service and is intended for those self-driving.
- Not recommend for children under the age of 3
- Not recommended for people with back, knee or other health issues
- Sturdy shoes are important and it is recommend that you bring rain coat / jacket.
- Bathrooms are available on location.
Location
Raufarhólshellir
The tunnel is very easily accessed about 30 minutes drive from Reykjavik. Head east on road no. 1 and drive for about 18 km. Turn right onto road no. 39 (Þorlákshöfn) and drive for another 12 km. You will see our service building and parking lot on the left (if coming from Reykjavik).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Smallface1
Jul 15, 2024
Definitely Worth Checking Out - This was a very fun and informative tour led by an animated guide Alex. Can easily be done by families with kids . Very highly recommended!
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491yvonnet
Jul 13, 2024
Highly recommended - Interesting experience. Very funny and competent guide. Detailed explanations. Exceptional nature.
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Alanth7960wp
Jul 13, 2024
Excellent experience - We did the late-night tour and had a great time. Our guide was knowledgeable and funny (and local). There was plenty of time in the lava tube to take photos and ask questions. The total darkness at the end of the tour was a cool experience.
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Timthek
Jul 13, 2024
Must-do tour when in Iceland. - We really enjoyed the lava tunnel tour and would recommend it to anyone visiting Iceland. Our guide was excellent and entertaining as well.
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Trail34252961951
Jul 13, 2024
Breathtaking - The tour guide was hilarious and told us a lot of interesting information, facts, etc. We spent a moment in pure pitch black at the end of the 400m tour, which felt surreal. Only downside is that we did not see any stalagmites/stalactites/crystals.
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Susan_s
Jul 13, 2024
Lava tunnel - a must do on your visit to Iceland! - Our guide, Mac, did an awesome job explaining the geology of the lava tunnel and also helping us imagine what it would have been like to be a cave explorer before safety measures were put in place. Would definitely recommend!
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Cassandre_h
Jul 12, 2024
Fun Family experience! - Our guide was great at answering all our questions and at taking some family pictures for us. It was a fun tour. Make sure to dress warm as it gets cool in the cave and wear good shoes as the surface is uneven.
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Msmaryq
Jul 11, 2024
Excellent tour - Great tour, the perfect blend of fascinating and fun. Our guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and made sure everyone got in and out safely. They even have an EV charger out front! We were two adults and a teen; wear good boots and you'll have a ball.
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Markcz5704mp
Jul 10, 2024
Well worth it! - It was a very nice excursion from Reykjavík, that was much less expensive than the cruise ship excursions from the ship we came on. A very unique experience. Well worth the cost.
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I6026djmariom
Jul 15, 2024
TOP TOUR with TOP Guide -> Worth it - Great interesting tour!
A lot of information about lava, its spread, the tunnel as well as discovery and exploration. The guide was really great, he conveyed the information with a lot of wit and fun.
Tunnel can be discovered over about 400 m, the remaining 1000m only if you book the extreme climbing tour.
Those who freeze quickly should put on a thick jacket.
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