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Afternoon Volcano Hiking Tour

7 hours Reykjavík areaBusTravel IcelandFree cancellation on most tours

Afternoon Volcano Hiking Tour

Afternoon Volcano Hiking Tour is a 7 hours experience run by BusTravel Iceland in Reykjavík area, from 15.990 ISK per person. These afternoon and evening departures from Reykjavík Iceland take you directly to the Fagradalsfjall volcano area in Geldingalur valley to witness the miracle of land forming before our very eyes.

15.990 ISKfrom, per person · free cancellation on most tours
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Duration
7 hours
Season
All year
Difficulty
Challenging
Minimum age
12 years
Pickup
Available
Region
Reykjavík area
Travel by
Bus
Operator
BusTravel Iceland

About this tour

These afternoon and evening departures from Reykjavík Iceland take you directly to the Fagradalsfjall volcano area in Geldingalur valley to witness the miracle of land forming before our very eyes. This is the site of the most recent active volcano in Iceland

Things to note:

• This tour requires hiking to and back from the Fagradalsfjall volcano.

• The hike difficulty level is hard and takes around 2-3 hours each way

• Wear hiking shoes, a waterproof jacket and warm clothes

• Bring water and snacks/dinner

• Bring a regular face mask to protect from ashes and dust in the air

What’s included

  • Experienced guide
  • Wi-fi on board
  • Hike to Fagradalsfjall Volcano

What to bring

  • Wool or fleece (not cotton) thermal first layer of clothing
  • Waterproof and breathable hiking pants and jacket second layer
  • Wool/fleece headwear and gloves
  • Comfortable hiking shoes
  • Water & snacks/dinner
  • Face mask is recommended to protect from ashes at the volcano
  • Hiking poles are recommended but not mandatory. This can also be rented from BusTravel Iceland.

Good to know

  • The difficulty of the hike is hard/challenging.
  • Total hiking time varies on which route is accessible ranging from around 4-6 hours.
  • Volcanoes are a natural phenomenon and the level of volcanic activity at the site varies from day to day. Even if the volcano is not erupting during your visit, visiting the area is still fascinating.
  • The duration of the tour is approx. 9 hours.
  • There is no food included on this tour so we recommend you bring a packed dinner/snacks and water.
  • This tour involves hiking to and back from the Fagradalsfjall volcano.

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Where it starts

Reykjavík, Iceland

Meeting point: Bus Stop #12 (Höfðatorg), Þórunnartún 6, Reykjavík

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Frequently
asked
questions

How long is Afternoon Volcano Hiking Tour?
The tour runs about 7 hours , plus pickup time if you choose hotel pickup.
When does Afternoon Volcano Hiking Tour operate?
It operates all year round, weather permitting.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from 15.990 ISK per person. Live pricing and options are on the booking page — no booking fee, and most tours have free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
What is the cancellation policy?
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Is there a minimum age?
Yes — participants must be at least 12 years old.