Active Volcano Hike Evening Tour from Reykjavik

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4 hours
Reykjavik, Iceland

About this activity

Join an evening hike from Reykjavik to an active volcano site, guided by experts, to witness volcanic activity and explore Iceland's rugged terrain.

Highlights

  • Witness volcanic activity up close
  • Explore rugged Icelandic terrain
  • Learn about geology from experts
  • Capture stunning volcanic landscapes
  • Experience Iceland's natural wonders

Full description

Experience the thrill of an evening hike from Reykjavik to an active volcano site. Led by expert guides, this adventure offers a unique opportunity to witness volcanic activity up close and explore Iceland's rugged terrain. Along the way, you'll learn about the island's geology and capture stunning volcanic landscapes. This tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers looking to immerse themselves in Iceland's natural wonders. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!

Included / Excluded

  • Guided hike to active volcano site
  • Transportation from Reykjavik
  • Expert local guide
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

1

Pass by: Enjoy the spectacular views of Kleifarvatn Lake.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

Hike to the new eruption sites at Fagradalsfjall and Meradalir. The hike is moderate and takes around 2 hours in each direction over mostly flat dirt roads.

Duration: 4 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

See the colorful geothermal area at Seltún Hot Springs. (this is skipped on longer hikes)

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

Start Location

Unknown location

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately
  • Be on time to avoid losing entry to the hike
  • Provide your hotel name and address at booking for pickup

Know before you go

  • Wear sturdy hiking boots and weather-appropriate clothing
  • Bring a refillable water bottle and snacks
  • Ensure you have a camera to capture the stunning landscapes

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • The route we take can change for safety reasons.
  • Bring snacks and water.

Traveler reviews

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Great day with Sidri

Our guide was Sidri. We had an exceptional experience. Sidri was very nice and kind and his explanations were intersting, diverse and with humour. He answered in detail and wilingfull to our many questions and made us a great day.

GabrielLiora_DJun 29, 2026VIATOR

Beautiful tour

The tour was very nice, and we had enough time. Unfortunately, the guide was difficult to understand during the bus ride. However, he was extremely friendly and attentive. Also towards those who walked a bit slower while hiking. I combined the tour with the Blue Lagoon. It is simply overpriced. There are certainly better places to swim in Iceland.

Companion13337211153Jun 27, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Brilliant

Fabulous trip to view and walk across lava flows. Ottar is a Great guide. Friendly knowledgable and funny. Great singer too. Thank you. Loved it

sarahcJ261COJun 22, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Exhilarating hike! What a great experience!

Great experience! We had the best weather - a beautiful sunny day, about 10C, with a light wind. Still needed our jacket and hat though. The climb up was challenging at times as was the climb down due to rolling lava rock, and wind gusts but doable if you took your time. Our guide, Ottar, was amazing. Pleasant, informative, easy to talk to, and helpful. What we appreciated was the fact that during each leg of the hike, Ottar would come back to the back of the group and make sure everyone was doing ok. Hiking boots were a must. Also visited Grindavik, two hot springs, saw bubbling pots of mud, beautiful rock formations/cliffs along the coast. A long 10 hr day but lots to see and do and we loved it! Worth the cost. One of our favourite excursions of our trip!

Flyer31655401836May 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great experience in the volcano hiking trip!

Good experience! Guide VJERAN is really nice, strongly recommend for this trip!

ziyez2026May 19, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

The route we take can change for safety reasons. Update August 9th: The flow of new lava at Litli-Hrutur has stopped, at least for the time being. The area is still smoldering and is fascinating to visit.