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Scenic Helicopter Ride Over Iceland Volcano and Eruption Site

    At a glance

    Duration
    40 min
    Departure
    Meet at Reykjavík Airport
    Meeting point
    Norðurflug at Reykjavík Domestic Airport
    Minimum age
    All ages
    Operated by
    Nordurflug Helicopter Tours
    • 35–45 minutes
    • One conditional landing
    • Time set after booking
    • No active-lava guarantee

    Overview

    A 35–45 minute helicopter tour over Reykjanes eruption landscapes with one condition-dependent landing; active lava is not guaranteed.

    The itinerary covers Newest Reykjanes eruption sites, Older eruption landscapes, and One landing when weather, wind, air traffic and volcanic gases permit. Flight line, timing and landing access can change with weather, daylight and aviation conditions.

    The eruption is not currently active. Flowing lava and an eruption-site landing are never guaranteed.

    Itinerary

    The shape of your day

    3 stops

    1. Start

      Check in at Reykjavík Domestic Airport

      Meet Norðurflug at the airport location and time confirmed with your booking. Make your own way to the airport.

    2. Newest Reykjanes eruption sites

      Fly over or alongside Newest Reykjanes eruption sites. The pilot may adjust the exact line for weather, daylight and aviation conditions.

    3. Older eruption landscapes

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

    4. One landing when weather, wind, air traffic and volcanic gases permit

      One landing when weather, wind, air traffic and volcanic gases permit is planned only when weather, wind, air traffic and site conditions permit. The pilot makes the final operational decision.

    5. End

      Return to Reykjavík Domestic Airport

      The helicopter returns to its airport base after the sightseeing flight.

    Your tour locationIceland
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    Tour areaNorðurflug at Reykjavík Domestic Airport

    What's included

    Included

    • Guided helicopter sightseeing
    • One condition-dependent landing

    Not included

    • Guaranteed active eruption or flowing lava

    Know before you go

    Before you book

    • Duration: 35–45 minutes
    • Departure: Exact time assigned after booking
    • Pickup: No pickup; Reykjavík Domestic Airport
    • Group size: Minimum one guest
    • The eruption is currently not active
    • Active lava can never be guaranteed
    • Bring a camera; a 24–105 mm or 70–200 mm lens is recommended
    • The eruption is not currently active. Flowing lava and an eruption-site landing are never guaranteed.

    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?

    35–45 minutes. Exact time assigned after booking.

    What is included?

    Guided helicopter sightseeing and One condition-dependent landing. Not included: Guaranteed active eruption or flowing lava.

    Who can join and what should I bring?

    Minimum one guest. The eruption is not active, and flowing lava cannot be guaranteed. Bring a camera; a 24–105 mm or 70–200 mm lens is recommended.

    What is the cancellation policy?

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

    Will I see an active eruption or flowing lava?

    No. The eruption is not currently active, and volcanic activity cannot be guaranteed. The landing is also subject to weather, air traffic and gas conditions.

    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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