Volcano Hike & Northern Lights Tour
Join two of our most popular experiences and enjoy two uniquely Icelandic adventures in one unforgettable day.
Explore recent volcanic landscapes before spending the evening searching for the magical Aurora Borealis on an Iceland volcano and Northern Lights adventure.
This combo experience lets you maximize your time in Iceland while enjoying a special discounted tour package.
- Recent volcano eruption sites
- Fagradalsfjall volcanic area
- Meradalir eruption landscapes
- Litli Hrutur volcanic area
- Sundhnúkur eruption area
- Geldingadalur Valley hiking trails
- Seltún Hot Springs (time permitting)
- Northern Lights evening tour
What will you discover during the volcano hike?
Your day begins with a volcano hiking experience where you can learn about the eruptions that have shaped the Reykjanes Peninsula since 2021.
Your guide will point out important volcanic sites, including possible views of the recent Sundhnúkur eruption area, along with previous eruption locations at Fagradalsfjall, Meradalir and Litli Hrutur, weather and safety conditions permitting.
Walk through moss-covered lava fields and experience the unique landscapes created by Iceland’s recent volcanic activity.
Why combine Iceland Northern Lights and volcano experiences?
As night falls, continue your adventure with an evening Northern Lights tour led by expert guides searching for the best viewing conditions away from city lights.
Enjoy homemade hot chocolate while waiting for the auroras to appear and experience one of Iceland’s most memorable natural phenomena.
If you would like to combine your volcanic adventure with geothermal relaxation instead, you can also discover our volcano and Blue Lagoon tour.
Book your Iceland Northern Lights volcano adventure today and experience two of Iceland’s most spectacular natural wonders in one journey.
*Please note that the combined duration of both guided tours is approximately 11 hours.
Tour highlights & itinerary
- Experienced guide
- Wi-fi on board
- Hike to Fagradalsfjall Volcano
- Northern Light Hunting tour from Reykjavík
- Hot-chocolate drink on the Northern Lights tour
- Meals and drinks other than mentioned above
- Wool or fleece (not cotton) thermal first layer of clothing. Jeans are not permitted.
- Waterproof and breathable hiking pants and jacket second layer
- Comfortable hiking shoes
- Hat and gloves
- Water and snacks
- Hiking poles are recommended but not mandatory. This can also be rented from BusTravel Iceland.
- The difficulty of the hike is moderate. The hike takes around 1.5-2 hours each way over sometimes rough terrain. 6-12km in total.
- The duration of the volcano tour is approx. 7 hours and the Northern Lights tour is approx. 4 hours.
- Discounted entrance tickets for Aurora Reykjavík Museum (Fiskislóð 53, 101 Reykjavík) can be included for an additional fee
- If you don´t see the Northern Lights on your tour, you can go again for free. This offer is valid for 36 months. Just contact our customer service team to reschedule.
- Cancellation policy: Cancellation fee of 100% if cancelled 1 day or less before departure
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Itinerary
Itinerary
Pick-upCentral ReykjavikYour volcano hiking tour starts with our fast and efficient pickup service from central Reykjavik. After that we drive out of the capital area along the moon-like landscape of the Reykjanes peninsula.
1 Volcanic Eruption SiteIn spring 2021, a volcanic eruption began in Geldingardalur valley on the Reykjanes Peninsula. For many months, there was a constant stream of lava and magma spewing forth from beneath the earth’s surface, radically transforming the topography of this valley. New hills were formed around the larger craters of the eruption and the valley was transformed into lava fields which now covered many square kilometers.
After a period of inactivity, a new eruption began in August 2022 in the nearby valley at Meradlir. Excitingly, this eruption has been estimated to be 5-10 times more powerful than the one at Fagradalsfjall.
It is fascinating to behold the scale and wonder of this natural phenomenon, to witness a brand new landscape forming before your very eyes.
2 ReykjavíkAfter your hike, you will be dropped off back to Reykjavík in the early evening and will have approximately 2 hours of leisure time before the next part of your tour.
3 Northern Lights HuntingA phenomenon that attracts visitors in droves to Iceland and no wonder. Nothing can prepare you for the majesty of a full-power display of the Northern Lights.
Our Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavík takes you to where the action is. We study closely cloud coverage forecasts as well as the KP-index which measures the strength of atmospheric aurora activity. We only go on tour when we believe there is a good chance of catching the dancing green belts of the aurora.
We venture beyond the city light pollution and usually stop in a few locations along the way. We will do everything we can to introduce you to the lights and our local and knowledgeable guides will entertain and impart knowledge and stories along the way.
4 Hot chocolate and light refreshmentsAs an added bonus, you will enjoy homemade hot chocolate to help keep the cold at bay.
- Drop-offCentral Reykjavik
At the end of the long but exciting day, we’ll bring you back to central Reykjavik.
Your volcano hiking tour starts with our fast and efficient pickup service from central Reykjavik. After that we drive out of the capital area along the moon-like landscape of the Reykjanes peninsula.
In spring 2021, a volcanic eruption began in Geldingardalur valley on the Reykjanes Peninsula. For many months, there was a constant stream of lava and magma spewing forth from beneath the earth’s surface, radically transforming the topography of this valley. New hills were formed around the larger craters of the eruption and the valley was transformed into lava fields which now covered many square kilometers.
After a period of inactivity, a new eruption began in August 2022 in the nearby valley at Meradlir. Excitingly, this eruption has been estimated to be 5-10 times more powerful than the one at Fagradalsfjall.
It is fascinating to behold the scale and wonder of this natural phenomenon, to witness a brand new landscape forming before your very eyes.
After your hike, you will be dropped off back to Reykjavík in the early evening and will have approximately 2 hours of leisure time before the next part of your tour.
A phenomenon that attracts visitors in droves to Iceland and no wonder. Nothing can prepare you for the majesty of a full-power display of the Northern Lights.
Our Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavík takes you to where the action is. We study closely cloud coverage forecasts as well as the KP-index which measures the strength of atmospheric aurora activity. We only go on tour when we believe there is a good chance of catching the dancing green belts of the aurora.
We venture beyond the city light pollution and usually stop in a few locations along the way. We will do everything we can to introduce you to the lights and our local and knowledgeable guides will entertain and impart knowledge and stories along the way.
As an added bonus, you will enjoy homemade hot chocolate to help keep the cold at bay.
At the end of the long but exciting day, we’ll bring you back to central Reykjavik.