Afternoon Volcano Hiking Tour
Our afternoon and evening active volcano tours from Reykjavik take you to recent eruption sites near Fagradalsfjall and Meradalir in Geldingadalur Valley.
Witness the dramatic changes volcanic activity has made to Iceland’s landscapes and experience the powerful forces that continue to shape the Reykjanes Peninsula.
The 2021 eruption lasted for many months, while the 2022 and 2023 eruptions continued for shorter periods. The area remains one of Iceland’s most fascinating volcanic regions, with multiple eruptions occurring within only a few years.
- Fagradalsfjall eruption area
- Meradalir volcanic landscapes
- Sundhnúkur eruption area
- Moss-covered lava fields
- Geldingadalur Valley hiking trails
- Seltún geothermal area (time permitting)
What will you discover during the hike?
During your volcano hike, your guide will introduce you to the eruptions that have taken place across the Reykjanes Peninsula since 2021.
You will learn about previous volcanic activity at Fagradalsfjall, Meradalir and Litli Hrutur, with opportunities to view recent eruption areas and evolving landscapes, weather and safety conditions permitting.
The possibility of seeing the latest Sundhnúkur eruption area adds another exciting element to this experience.
Why choose an afternoon and evening active volcano tour?
Explore Iceland’s dynamic landscapes during an unforgettable afternoon adventure through lava fields and volcanic terrain.
The evening atmosphere creates a unique setting for experiencing the landscapes of Reykjanes while enjoying a smaller and more relaxed hiking experience.
If time allows, the tour may also include a stop at the steamy Seltún Hot Springs.
If you would like to combine volcanic landscapes with a winter evening experience, you can also discover our volcano hike and Northern Lights tour.
- Experienced guide for the tour and hike
- Wi-fi on board
- Parking fee
- Headlamps on the evening tour departure
- Meals & drinks
- It is essential that you dress properly for this hike. A thermal base layer and waterproof outer layer are recommended. Jeans are not advisable as if it rains they will stay wet for hours and you risk hypothermia
- Good sturdy walking shoes, preferably with ankle support
- Wool/fleece headwear and gloves
- Water & snacks
- Hiking poles are recommended but not mandatory. This can also be rented from BusTravel Iceland
- The hike to the volcano is rated challenging for a reasonably fit person.
- The hike can take around 2 hours each way.
- Volcanoes are a natural phenomenon and the level of volcanic activity at the site varies daily. Even if the volcano is not erupting during your visit, visiting the area is still fascinating.
- The duration of the tour is approx. 7 hours.
- There is no food included on this tour so we recommend you bring packed meals and water.
- Cancellation policy: Full refund if cancelled more than 24 hours in advance of the tour. No refund is cancelled with less than 24 hours notice.
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Itinerary
Itinerary
Pick-upCentral ReykjavikThe afternoon or evening departure option to visit the volcano gets straight to the action. After our fast and efficient downtown pickup service, we drive out of the capital area along the moon-like landscape of the Reykjanes peninsula.
1 Seltún hot springs(Depending on the duration of the volcano hike, we may skip this stop.)
At Seltún you can view the effect that geothermal waters can have on an environment. Walk along the wooden paths that wind between boiling and hissing mud pools and streams of natural hot water flowing over the colorful ground and rock. The air is thick with the smell of sulfur emitted from these hot springs. Beneath the surface, the hot water dissolves minerals such as sulfur from the rocks and ground soil, leading to this distinctive stench. Two viewing platforms overhang the area allowing you a 360-degree point of view over the area.
2 Volcanic Eruption SiteWe join the hiking trail around the lava field remnants of the 2021 Fagradalsfjall eruption. The first section is the steepest before the trail flattens out for several km. This final section is mossy and bumpy, requires careful negotiation, and would be considered as difficult. Total hiking time is about 2 hours but it can be a little less or more depending on the route we take on a given day.
We go as close to the most recent volcano as possible. How close depends on many factors, including weather conditions.
- Drop-offCentral Reykjavik
We will head back to Reykjavik after a long yet beautiful day.
The afternoon or evening departure option to visit the volcano gets straight to the action. After our fast and efficient downtown pickup service, we drive out of the capital area along the moon-like landscape of the Reykjanes peninsula.
(Depending on the duration of the volcano hike, we may skip this stop.)
At Seltún you can view the effect that geothermal waters can have on an environment. Walk along the wooden paths that wind between boiling and hissing mud pools and streams of natural hot water flowing over the colorful ground and rock. The air is thick with the smell of sulfur emitted from these hot springs. Beneath the surface, the hot water dissolves minerals such as sulfur from the rocks and ground soil, leading to this distinctive stench. Two viewing platforms overhang the area allowing you a 360-degree point of view over the area.
We join the hiking trail around the lava field remnants of the 2021 Fagradalsfjall eruption. The first section is the steepest before the trail flattens out for several km. This final section is mossy and bumpy, requires careful negotiation, and would be considered as difficult. Total hiking time is about 2 hours but it can be a little less or more depending on the route we take on a given day.
We go as close to the most recent volcano as possible. How close depends on many factors, including weather conditions.
We will head back to Reykjavik after a long yet beautiful day.