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Geldingagos To The Volcano And Back

Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland77 kmModerateGPS track
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Geldingagos To The Volcano And Back

Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland77 kmModerateGPS track

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−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
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Key Camper Wild Duo
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Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

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Tours near Geldingagos To The Volcano And Back

Free cancellationSmall groups
Arrival Day Private Tour - Reykjaness Day tour with Blue Lagoon
Lagoons & spa

Arrival Day Private Tour - Reykjaness Day tour with Blue Lagoon

Start your Iceland journey in the most effortless way possible with a private luxury experience that combines a warm airport…

Duration10 hours
HighlightsReykjanes
TypeLagoons & spa
From
218.750 ISK
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Blue Lagoon Admission
Volcanoes

Blue Lagoon Admission

Duration3 hours
HighlightsReykjanes
TypeVolcanoes
From
13.490 ISK
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Day Trek beyond Seltun: A Vibrant Geothermal Wonderland, Mountains and Lakes
Volcanoes

Day Trek beyond Seltun: A Vibrant Geothermal Wonderland, Mountains and Lakes

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

Duration7 hours
HighlightsReykjanes
TypeVolcanoes
From
19.938 ISK
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Waterfalls

#1.Litli-Foss
40 km·~48 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#2.Búrfoss
40 km·~48 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#3.Ullarfoss
40 km·~48 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#4.Kermóafossar
40 km·~48 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

4 waterfalls near Reykjanes Peninsula

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Grindavík
2.6 km·~3 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Vogar
15 km·~18 min drive

Vogar's municipal swimming pool per Visit Reykjanes — a staffed geothermal pool, not a…

#3.Gunnuhver
15 km·~18 min drive

Iceland's largest mud spring — boiling mud pools and fumaroles on the Reykjanes…

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður
17 km·~20 min drive

Geothermal Area located in the sulphur area Krýsuvík in Iceland

4 hot springs near Reykjanes Peninsula

Campsites

#1.Tjaldsvæðið í Grindavík
2.2 km·~3 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Check for…

#2.Grindavík
2.2 km·~3 min drive

The Grindavik camping site features all the necessary comforts and services

#3.Happy Campsite Keflavík
15 km·~18 min drive

The Happy Campsite is located only 6 min from the KEF Airport and has all the necessary…

#4.Tjaldsvæði Sandgerðis
26 km·~32 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Wild…

4 campsites near Reykjanes Peninsula

Supermarkets

#1.Nettó
2.8 km·~3 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#2.Bónus
16 km·~19 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Olís
17 km·~20 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Krónan
17 km·~20 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjanes Peninsula

Gas stations

#1.Grindavík
2.4 km·~3 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Vogar
15 km·~18 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Stapabraut
15 km·~18 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

#4.Reykjanesbær
16 km·~19 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjanes Peninsula

Tours

#1.Arrival Day Private Tour - Reykjaness Day tour with Blue Lagoon
10 hours

Start your Iceland journey in the most effortless way possible with a private luxury experience that combines a warm airport…

from 218.750 ISKView tour →
#2.Blue Lagoon Admission
3 hours

from 13.490 ISKView tour →
#3.Day Trek beyond Seltun: A Vibrant Geothermal Wonderland, Mountains and Lakes
7 hours

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

from 19.938 ISKView tour →
3 tours near Reykjanes Peninsula

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How long is the Geldingagos To The Volcano And Back hike?
The Geldingagos To The Volcano And Back trail is about 77 km based on its recorded GPS track. Times vary with pace, weather and how much you stop — plan conservatively and turn back early if conditions change.
How do I get to the Geldingagos To The Volcano And Back trailhead?
Geldingagos To The Volcano And Back is in Reykjanes Peninsula. Use the map on this page for the trailhead coordinates and check live road conditions before you drive — some trailheads sit on gravel or F-roads that need a 4×4 and only open in summer.
Is Geldingagos To The Volcano And Back safe to hike alone?
Iceland trails are often unmarked and weather turns quickly. Tell someone your plan (or file one at safetravel.is), carry a charged phone and layers, check the forecast, and turn back if fog, wind or rising rivers set in. Don’t rely on phone signal.
When is the best time to hike Geldingagos To The Volcano And Back?
Most Icelandic hiking is a June–September activity, when trails are snow-free and daylight is long. Highland routes open later and close earlier; check road and trail status before committing.

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