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Geothermal Landscapes Helicopter Tour from Reykjavik

  • 50–60 minutes
  • One landing
  • Minimum 2 guests
  • No pickup
  • Operated by Nordurflug Helicopter Tours

Overview

A one-hour helicopter experience over Hellisheiði and Hengill with a remote geothermal landing and Reykjavík flyover.

The itinerary covers Hellisheiði plateau, Hengill geothermal area landing, Nesjavallavirkjun and Hellisheiðarvirkjun, Bláfjöll, and Reykjavík aerial pass. Flight line, timing and landing access can change with weather, daylight and aviation conditions.

Itinerary

The shape of your day

5 stops

  1. Hellisheiði plateau

    Fly over or alongside Hellisheiði plateau. The pilot may adjust the exact line for weather, daylight and aviation conditions.

  2. Hengill geothermal area landing

    Hengill geothermal area landing is planned only when weather, wind, air traffic and site conditions permit. The pilot makes the final operational decision.

  3. Nesjavallavirkjun and Hellisheiðarvirkjun

    Fly over or alongside Nesjavallavirkjun and Hellisheiðarvirkjun. The pilot may adjust the exact line for weather, daylight and aviation conditions.

  4. Bláfjöll

    Fly over or alongside Bláfjöll. The pilot may adjust the exact line for weather, daylight and aviation conditions.

  5. Reykjavík aerial pass

    Fly over or alongside Reykjavík aerial pass. The pilot may adjust the exact line for weather, daylight and aviation conditions.

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What's included

Included

  • 25–35 minute guided flight
  • Approximately 15-minute geothermal landing

Not included

  • Hotel transport
  • Meals and drinks

Know before you go

Before you book

  • Duration: 50–60 minutes
  • Departure: Exact time supplied after booking; Reykjavík Domestic Airport
  • Group size: Minimum two participants
  • No pickup
  • Remote natural site has no ropes or visitor infrastructure
  • Warm clothing and good shoes recommended

Cancellation

A 10% fee applies inside 15 days, 50% inside 72 hours and 100% inside 24 hours.

Frequently asked

How long is the tour and when does it start?

50–60 minutes. Exact time supplied after booking; Reykjavík Domestic Airport.

What is included?

25–35 minute guided flight and Approximately 15-minute geothermal landing. Not included: Hotel transport and Meals and drinks.

Who can join and what should I bring?

Minimum two participants. No pickup. The remote natural site has no ropes or visitor infrastructure. Warm clothing and good shoes are recommended.

What is the cancellation policy?

A 10% fee applies inside 15 days, 50% inside 72 hours and 100% inside 24 hours.

Nordurflug Helicopter Tours

Norðurflug seeks to please the adventurous ones, to satisfy your wanderlust and, most of all, to showcase Iceland’s raw and untamed landscape. We are proud to be the largest helicopter service in Iceland with a long reputation of exceptional customer service and high operational standards. Our job seems pretty easy when you consider the...

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