Overview
This tour from Reykjavík takes you to the recent eruption sites of Fagradalsfjall and Meradalir in Geldingalur Valley. You will witness the vast scale of the changes these eruptions have made to the landscape. The 2021 eruption lasted many months while the 2022 and 2023 eruptions petered out after several weeks. The area is still very active and fascinating, being the place for 3 eruptions within 3 years!
What you will be doing
You will witness the vast scale of the changes these recent eruptions have made to the landscape.
Where we'll meet
🧭 Meeting/pick-up point: Þórunnartún 6 105, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland
🗺️ Instructions: Bus Stop #12 (Höfðatorg)
Things to know
Accessibility:
Not suited for wheelchair users
Not suited for children
Not suited for pregnant people
Fitness requirement
High fitness level
Tour Language
English
License requirement
None
Additional information:
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, water and snack.
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
Hiking poles are recommended but not mandatory. This can also be rented from us.
Minimum age is 12.
Inclusion ✅
WIFI onboard
Tour transport
Parking fees
Tour guide
Exclusion ❌
Lunch
Dinner
Water
About your host
BusTravel IcelandWe are extremely proud of our outstanding group of experienced local guides. They are all professional, knowledgeable, humorous, and approachable. Their mission is to turn your tour into an unforgettable experience. We are also proud to support sustainable, safe travel. We are committed to the idea of sustainable tourism, and encourage both ourselves and our guests to experience Iceland while striving to make a positive impact on the environment, society and economy. The aim is to have our operations as ecofriendly as possible.
For every trip booked, Kodama Travel donates £1 to Just One Tree to restore our forests and the ocean.