Volcano Area Tour, Grindavík Town, Reykjanes Lava Fields and Hot Springs

Approximately 7 hours
Pickup 10:00–10:30
Minimum age 12
Maximum 19 guests
All year, access permitting
Operated by Glaciers and Waterfalls

Two people stand on a wooden boardwalk crossing a steaming geothermal field of ochre and white ground.

Two people stand together on a black lava field with brown hills and steam behind them.

Rugged volcanic coastline on the Reykjanes Peninsula

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Steam rising from an active geothermal field

Reykjanes lighthouse above moss-covered lava

Overview

Explore Kleifarvatn, geothermal fields, Grindavík, young lava landscapes and the Reykjanes coast on a guided day tour from Reykjavík.

Reykjanes is volcanically active. The operator must alter or omit stops whenever official closures or safety conditions require it. The minimum age is 12.

Itinerary

The shape of your day

7 stops

The guide may change the order, timing or accessibility of stops when weather, roads, glacier conditions or local closures require it.

Start
Reykjavík pickup
Meet the guide at the selected Reykjavík pickup point and begin the day’s route.
Kleifarvatn
Follow the shore of Kleifarvatn, the largest lake on the Reykjanes Peninsula.
Seltún geothermal area
Walk among steaming vents, colourful mineral ground and hot springs at Seltún, staying on marked paths.
Grindavík and recent lava fields
See the changing landscape around Grindavík and young lava fields from locations that are officially open and safe on the day.
Gunnuhver and Reykjanes lighthouse
Visit the steaming Gunnuhver area and the coastal landscape around Iceland’s oldest lighthouse.
Bridge Between Continents
Walk across the symbolic bridge spanning a fissure between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates.
End
Return to Reykjavík
Return to Reykjavík after the final stop; the arrival time can change with road and weather conditions.

RouteReturn leg5 stops on the map

What's included

Return transport from Reykjavík
English-speaking guide
Onboard Wi-Fi

Know before you go

Pickup 10:00–10:30.
Duration: Approximately 7 hours.
Minimum age: 12. Activity level: Easy.
Maximum group size: 19 guests.
Operating season: All year, access permitting.
Bring warm waterproof layers and sturdy walking shoes. Access around Grindavík and volcanic areas can change at short notice.
Reykjanes is volcanically active. The operator must alter or omit stops whenever official closures or safety conditions require it.
Not included: Meals.
Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before departure; cancellations made later are non-refundable.

Frequently asked

Where does the tour start?

Pickup 10:00–10:30. Follow the meeting or pickup instructions on the booking voucher and be ready before the stated time.

What is the minimum age and activity level?

The minimum age is 12. The activity level is easy; guests must be comfortable with the terrain described on this page.

What should I bring?

Bring warm waterproof layers and sturdy walking shoes. Access around Grindavík and volcanic areas can change at short notice.

Can the itinerary change?

Reykjanes is volcanically active. The operator must alter or omit stops whenever official closures or safety conditions require it.

What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before departure; cancellations made later are non-refundable.

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