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15 Best Volcano Hiking Tours In Reykjavik

Reykjavik’s best days out.

The 15 volcano hiking tours travellers book the most, and what each one is actually like on the day. Run times, prices and the operator behind every trip, in one place.

15 Best Volcano Hiking Tours In Reykjavik

Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour - What You’re Paying For: The Value Behind $253
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Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour

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1.Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour

Small-group Reykjavik day trip with Golden Circle sights, Kerið crater, and Blue Lagoon comfort ticket plus pickup, towel, mud mask, and a drink.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Overall, had a great experience Dooley is driver tour guide really do what he was calling things out to show us on the way very friendly clear and understandable bus is very clean. Each step had plenty of time to look around and take things in the only problem I had with this tour is…”

1,932 reviews11 hours (approx.)From $253.00by BusTravel Iceland

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Ice Cave by Katla Volcano Super Jeep Tour from Vik - Where you meet in Vík (and why it’s easy to find)
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Ice Cave by Katla Volcano Super Jeep Tour from Vik

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Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour - The Early Stops: Lake Kleifarvatn and Seltún’s Geothermal Color
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Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour

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3.Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour

From Reykjavik, hike to fresh Reykjanes lava near Geldingadalur, then hit Gunnuhver steam vents, Reykjanes Lighthouse, and the Bridge Between Continents.

★ 4.6

“I really enjoyed this tour. Ottar (idk the spelling haha) was really enjoyable to be a guide. His energy was really great and I can see that everyone really had a great time with him. He was very informative and funny haha! Personally, the hike was easy. Everyone can do it! In fact there’s an…”

1,066 reviews9 hoursFrom $126by BusTravel Iceland

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Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site - The Afternoon Drive: Getting Oriented Before You Start Climbing
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Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

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4.Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

Guided afternoon hike to Iceland’s new eruption areas at Geldingadalur, with Seltún geothermal color stops and lava-country science.

★ 4.4

“I deeply appreciate Ottar's knowledge of Iceland, his guidance and him sharing stories and music. He was incredible. The poor bus door has some difficulty getting stuck. Otherwise a great experience even with the bad weather”

934 reviews7 hoursFrom $126by BusTravel Iceland

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From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist - Getting there from Reykjavík: the drive that sets up the science
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From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist

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5.From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist

Guided Fagradalsfjall volcano hike from Reykjavík with a geologist. Learn lava science and hike safely through active terrain.

★ 4.8

“This Fagradalsfjall volcano hike with a geologist was one of the best things I did in Iceland. Our guide is a geologist and she was outstanding – incredibly knowledgeable, clear in her explanations, and genuinely kind. Throughout the hike she showed us different lava fields, explained how each eruption shaped the landscape, and pointed out…”

780 reviews4 - 6 hoursFrom $163by Geoadventures ehf

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From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Day Hike - Getting there from Reykjavík: long ride, real terrain, and better pickup choices
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From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Day Hike

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Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide - The Reykjanes Peninsula drive: geothermal power before you even hike
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Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide

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7.Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide

Hike Iceland’s active Fagradalsfjall volcano with a local guide from Reykjavík. Walk fresh lava, steam vents, and geothermal stops.

★ 5.0

“A great trip with a friendly and knowledgeable guide. Visited some really beautiful spots and hiking across the lava field felt like being on another planet!”

573 reviews4 to 6 hours (approx.)From $189.00by 2Go Iceland Travel

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Reykjavik: Guided Tour to Volcano and Reykjanes Geopark - Getting there from Reykjavik: timing, coach ride, and realistic expectations
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Reykjavik: Guided Tour to Volcano and Reykjanes Geopark

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Reykjavik: Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip - The lava-field hike: moon-surface walking and Reykjavik views
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Reykjavik: Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip

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9.Reykjavik: Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip

Descend 400 feet into dormant Thrihnukagigur on a guided lava-field hike from Reykjavik, then warm up with soup and crater views.

★ 4.8

“Expensive but loved every minute of it! We enjoyed the scenic hike, having a cool/chill guide, and experiencing how incredibly picturesque the inside of the volcano was. The staff was friendly. The lamb soup was delicious! We even bought a few souvenirs. The only tweak I can think of (and it’s probably not necessary to…”

410 reviewsFrom $385by Inside the Volcano

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From Reykjavik: Landmannalaugar & Háifoss Waterfall Tour - Hnausapollur and Frostastaðavatn: short stops with big payoffs
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From Reykjavik: Landmannalaugar & Háifoss Waterfall Tour

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10.From Reykjavik: Landmannalaugar & Háifoss Waterfall Tour

Reykjavik to Landmannalaugar hot springs and Háifoss waterfalls in a small group, with crater lakes and a guided hike.

★ 4.8

“The tour left us absolutely amazed! Our guide Ottar was truly exceptional—he took us to countless breathtaking and hidden spots we would have never found on our own. His engaging stories and genuine care for every guest made the entire journey truly special. This was, without a doubt, the best tour experience you can have…”

314 reviews13 hoursFrom $226by BusTravel Iceland

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Lava Centre Interactive Volcano Exhibition - Entering the exhibition: volcano types, a magma plume replica, and an earthquake simulator
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Lava Centre Interactive Volcano Exhibition

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11.Lava Centre Interactive Volcano Exhibition

A high-tech, interactive volcano and earthquake exhibition in Vik with hands-on stations, a short eruption film, and a rooftop observatory.

★ 4.5

“Kids really liked it, and engaged with the content. Ages 4, 6, 11. They loved the self pace. Would recommend.”

209 reviews1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $43.55by Lava Volcano and Earthquake Centre Iceland

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From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Hiking Day Tour - The guided hike: what 4 hours (8–10 km) really feels like
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From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Hiking Day Tour

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12.From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Hiking Day Tour

Ride from Reykjavík to Landmannalaugar for a guided hike through lava, canyons, and volcanic peaks, then soak in natural hot springs.

★ 4.5

“Amazing tour guid Enrique! Great people, beautiful hike. Time enough to buy food and great stories and information about everything you visit long the way”

206 reviews13 hours (approx.)From $218.98by Arctic Adventures

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Katla Volcano Ice Cave - Super Jeep Tour from Vik - The super jeep ride: part thrill, part logistics
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Katla Volcano Ice Cave – Super Jeep Tour from Vik

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13.Katla Volcano Ice Cave – Super Jeep Tour from Vik

Off-road super jeep from Vík to Mýrdalsjökull for a guided hike into Katla’s changing ice cave, with safety gear and small groups.

★ 4.5

“It was a fun time! The super jeep was bumpy but kind of a blast. I did not expect the difficulty and precariousness of the hike to the ice cave. The cave itself is small but it was still really cool. Our guide was amazing!”

199 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $202.75by Arctic Adventures

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Reykjavik: Small-Group Horse Volcano Riding Tour with Pickup - Pickup timing: how the 3 hours usually feel
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Reykjavik: Small-Group Horse Volcano Riding Tour with Pickup

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14.Reykjavik: Small-Group Horse Volcano Riding Tour with Pickup

Small-group horseback ride from Reykjavik to Rauðhólar lava fields and Hólsmheiði forest, with Tölt lesson, pickup, and tea/coffee.

★ 4.7

“Very warm and friendly staff. They made us feel like family. It was quite cozy. You can tell the owner loves the animals and sharing them with others. I’d recommend this for anyone!”

196 reviews3 hoursFrom $191by Viking Horses

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Iceland Volcanic Eruption Area Helicopter Tour from Reykjavík - Helicopter Flight Details: 35–45 Minutes, Small Seating, and Multiple Departures
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Iceland Volcanic Eruption Area Helicopter Tour from Reykjavík

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15.Iceland Volcanic Eruption Area Helicopter Tour from Reykjavík

Helicopter flight from Reykjavík over Reykjanes volcano and the city, with pilot geology talk and possible lava landing.

★ 4.5

“The trip was so short & overrated in Viator, i was not expected that. they are not organized at all, called me many times trying to change the time already confirmed. though the pilot was very friendly & professional but the company is not up to me expectation & my experience with Viator”

196 reviews35 to 45 minutes (approx.)From $592.82by GlacierHeli

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