Inside the Volcano from Reykjavík

~6 hours
A group of people being lowered into a lava cave © Inside the Volcano

A half-day unique tour to the dormant Þríhnúkagígur. By setting up the necessary gear and equipment, you will enter the door to a new world.

The Reykjanes Geopark is located on a peninsula divided between two continents. This unique placement of the Reykjanes Peninsula on the drift zone between the North American and the Eurasian continental plates makes it a true Volcanic Wonder.

The dormant Þríhnúkagígur volcano is one natural phenomenon. By setting up the necessary gear and equipment, we’ve created a tour that opens the door to a new world.

Departures: Daily, multiple departures
Complimentary pick-up:
Pick up starts 30 minutes prior departure
Guidance available all year in:
English every day
What to bring:
warm and rainproof outdoor clothing (the temperature inside the crater is about 5-6°C), gloves and hiking shoes. We recommend bringing a bottle of water.
Included:
Guided tour in a small group, all necessary safety equipment (helmets, harnesses, etc.), traditional Icelandic meat soup (vegetarian/vegan option).
Not Included:
Hiking Shoes & Outdoor Clothing
Minimum age: 8

Please note: No prior knowledge of hiking or climbing needed, but average fitness is needed for the 1 hour, 30 minute combined walk from the parking lot to the crater and back.

This tour is operated by a partner of Iceland Tours.

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