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Thorsmork Volcano Hiking Adventure From Reykjavik

14 hours
Reykjavik, Iceland

About this activity

Depart from your Reykjavik hotel in a 4x4 jeep that has been specially customized to travel smoothly through Iceland’s rugged terrain, and make your way south to Thorsmork Valley, whose jagged landscape is surrounded by towering canyons and glaciers. Wind through the foothills of Eyjafjallajokull Glacier, stopping briefly to take photos at Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, before arriving in Basar, a hiking center at the heart of the valley. Listen to a safety briefing and then set off behind your guide at a steady pace. The route is 12 miles long and takes you by Fimmvorouhals Volcano, an active volcano which exploded into being in 2010. Zigzag up steep trails past craters and cooling lava falls, taking in outstanding views of the highlands. As you walk, hear about the country’s landscape and volcanic activity from the guide. Roughly halfway through the hike, you’ll stop to eat the packed lunch that you brought along with you (own expense). Your 6-8-hour hike concludes in Basar, after which you’ll ride back to your hotel in the 4x4 jeep. Please note: The paths are relatively steep and require a good general fitness.

Full description

Hike around craters and cooling lava at Iceland’s Fimmvorouhals Volcano in Thorsmork Valley! The exciting day trip includes round-trip transport by 4x4 jeep from Reykjavik as well as a stop at Seljalandsfoss Waterfall near Eyjafjallajokull Glacier. After arriving at Basar in Thorsmork Valley, set off on a 12-mile (20-km) hike, taking in spectacular volcanic scenery.The paths are relatively steep and require a good general fitness.

Included / Excluded

  • Small group guarantee
  • Round trip transport from Reykjavik
  • An expert hiking guide
  • 6-8 hour hiking tour adventure from Basar
  • Entry/Admission - Seljalandsfoss
  • Entry/Admission - Vik
  • Food & drinks

Meeting point

Traveler pickup is offered.<br>Please note that we only serve the pick-up locations specified in our pick-up list below. Due to traffic restrictions, we are not allowed to pick up from hotels in the city center nor from private Air BnBs. If your pick-up location is not on our pick-up list then we kindly ask you to find the closest pick-up point to your accommodation from our list: 22 Hill Hótel – Brautarholt 22-24. Arctic Comfort Hótel – Síðumúli 19. BSÍ Bus Terminal – Vatnsmýrarvegi 10. Bus Hostel Reykjavík – Skógarhlíð 10. Bus pick up/drop off nr.1 – City Hall, Vonarstræti Bus pick up/drop off nr.2 – Tjörnin (The Pond) Bus pick up/drop off nr.3 – Lækjargata (outside Hard Rock Café) Bus pick up/drop off nr.4 – Miðbakki Bus pick up/drop off nr.5 – Harpa Music Hall Bus pick up/drop off nr.6 – Safnahúsið (The Culture House) Bus pick up/drop off nr.8 – Hallgrímskirkja Church Bus pick up/drop off nr.9 – Snorrabraut Bus pick up/drop off nr.10 – Hlemmur on Laugavegur Bus pick up/drop off nr.12 – Höfðatorg Bus pick up/drop off nr.13 - Rauðarárstígur Bus pick up/drop off nr.14 – Skúlagata Oddsson Hotel - Grensásvegur 16a. Cabin Hótel – Borgartún 32. Capital Inn – Suðurhlíð 35d. Eyja Guldsmen Hotel – Brautarholt 10. Grand Hótel Reykjavík – Sigtún 38. Grayline – Main bus terminal - Klettagarðar 4. Hilton Reykjavík Nordica – Suðurlandsbraut 2. Hótel Ísland – Ármúla 9. Hotel Ørkin – Brautarholti 29. Icelandair Hotel Reykjavík Natura – við Hlíðarfót, Nauthólsvegur 52. Kex Hostel – Skúlagata 28. Klettur Hótel – Mjölnisholt 12-14. N1 Gas Station – Ártúnshöfði Radisson Blu Hótel Saga – við Hagatorg. Reykjavík City Hostel – Sundlaugavegur 34. Reykjavík Lights Hotel – Suðurlandsbraut 12. Skarfabakki – Cruise Ship, Reykjavik Harbor, 105 Reykjavik<br>Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.

Important information

Know before you book

  • Duration: 14h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Reviews

4.6(1,757 reviews)
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Lara Neto
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5.0

Experience of a lifetime We had an absolutely incredible experience on this 6-day tour of Iceland! From breathtaking landscapes to flawless organization, everything exceeded our expectations. Each day was filled with adventure, with stops at stunning locations - glaciers, waterfalls, black sand beaches and the mesmerizing Northern Lights! Our guide (Throstur) was extremely professional, attentive and knowledgeable about every detail of the country. The itinerary was well-planned, striking the perfect balance between adventure and comfort. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking to explore Iceland authentically and stress-free. A truly unforgettable trip, thank you Artic Adventures!

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Marian Kooy
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5.0

Fantastische gletsjerwalk met onze guide Anja van Arctic. Ze vertelde ons veel over de gletsjer en er was genoeg tijd voor het maken van foto’s. Was hier ook heel behulpzaam bij. Ze heeft oog voor de hele groep en of iedereen oké is. Top!

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Dorian Nadal
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5.0

Une expérience magnifique avec Kévin et Rob pour une randonnée + escalade sur glacier durant 6h30. C'était une journée magique, et ils ont été absolument adorables, sympathiques et à l'écoute, tout en étant très compétents. 5 étoiles c'est trop peu pour ce qu'on a vécu :) Merci infiniment. Dodo et Lulu

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Additional information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum age is 14 years old.
Remember to bring. Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof gear, good hiking shoes, head-war, gloves and packed lunch.
Please note that this tour is quite demanding and the conditions in Thorsmork can be hard at times. Participants are expected to be dressed accordingly and have good hiking shoes with them.
Participants need to be physically fit to walk and hike along a 16 km trail. This tour is not recommended to people who are physically unfit.
Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
This is a small group experience limited to 16 participants per guide.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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