Afternoon Volcano Hiking Tour | Depart From Reykjavík
📍 Reykjavík, Iceland
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DurationFull-day
FitnessHigh
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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
Fagradalsfjall and Meradalir in Geldingalur Valley
You will witness the vast scale of the changes these recent eruptions have made to the landscape.
Things to know
AccessibilityNot suited for wheelchair users | Not suited for children | Not suited for pregnant people
Fitness levelHigh
Tour languageEnglish
Licence requiredNone
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.
Inclusions and Exclusions
✅ Included
WIFI onboard
Tour transport
Parking fees
Tour guide
❌ Not included
Lunch
Dinner
Water
Where we'll meet
Meet up/Pick up location: Þórunnartún 6 105, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland
Instruction: Bus Stop #12 (Höfðatorg)
ReturnThis trip returns to meeting point.
Afternoon Volcano Hiking Tour | Depart From Reykjavík | Kodama Travel