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Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike – Small Group with Local Guide

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Highlights of the Volcano Hike

Join a small group volcano hike with local guides. Explore Fagradalsfjall Volcano and the Grindavík eruption zone, also including visits to Seltún and Kleifarvatn, in just 3 to 6 hours.

 

With an active eruption, the tour will automatically shift to the current lava site at no extra cost.

 

Led by a certified local guide, this experience offers flexible start options: meet us on-site or get picked up in Reykjavík.

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Go beyond the standard hike.

About the tour

Free cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Basic terms apply.

Unique Experience

First company to offer guided tours at Fagradalsfjall.

Duration 4 - 6 hours

Check availability to see starting times.

Local Icelandic tour guide

Led by certified local experts with deep knowledge of Fagradalsfjall and Iceland’s volcanic systems

Small group (Meet-on-location or pickup in Reykjavík)

Limited seats

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The Volcano Hike Itinerary

ℹ️ For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights of the tour

  • Guided group hike to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with a local expert

  • Visit Grindavík, the village evacuated after recent eruptions

  • Explore the colorful geothermal area of Seltún

  • Stop at the stunning Kleifarvatn Lake on the way back

  • Small group — for a personal experience

  • Choose between Reykjavík pickup or the volcano meeting point

Full description

Discover more than just a hike — explore Iceland’s volcanic heart with a small group tour beyond the standard Fagradalsfjall experience.

 

Start your journey in Reykjavík with pickup from Bus Stop #3 Lækjargata. From there, we travel to the dramatic lava fields in Grindavík — a town fully evacuated during recent eruptions. Learn about the impact of the volcanic activity on local life before reaching Fagradalsfjall, where your expert local guide leads a hike through raw lava terrain to breathtaking crater viewpoints.

 

After the volcano, we continue the adventure across the Reykjanes Peninsula, with scenic stops at the Seltún geothermal area, famous for its boiling mud pools and sulfur vents, and at the tranquil Kleifarvatn Lake, surrounded by steep volcanic cliffs.

 

Choose between:

 

  • Pickup from Reykjavík (included)

  • Or join via self-drive by meeting us in Grindavík.

 

This 6-hour tour (3 hours for self-drivers) offers more than just a hike—it’s a guided exploration of Iceland’s most active volcanic zone, led by locals and with limited seating.​

 

🔍 Planning your visit? Please refer to our detailed FAQ section for gear tips, meeting point information, and fitness recommendations.

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Includes

✅ English-speaking local Icelandic guide

✅ Transportation from Reykjavík (only for the pickup option)

✅ Self-driving meeting option

✅ Visit to the Grindavík lava impact zone

✅ Guided volcano hike to Fagradalsfjall lava field or crater

✅ Stop at Seltún geothermal area (pickup option only)

✅ Scenic stop at Kleifarvatn Lake (pickup option only)

✅ Hiking poles and crampons (provided if needed based on conditions)

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❌ Food and drinks

❌ Parking fees (if you choose self-drive

❌ Hiking boots or personal gear

❌ Tips (optional)

Meeting point for Self-drive option

If you choose the self-drive option, the meeting point will be in Grindavík at 10:45 am. Please note that parking is not included (costs around $7 USD) and must be paid on-site at the machine or online. Full details will be included with your booking voucher. Check our FAQ below for more information. 

 

If you select Reykjavík pickup, we will meet you at Bus Stop #3, Lækjargata, at the time indicated on your voucher. Please be ready 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.

 

See the map below for both meeting point locations.

Important information

Icelandic weather changes fast — dress in layers and prepare for wind, rain, or sun.

 

Recommended:

 

  • Waterproof jacket and pants

  • Warm base layer (long sleeves)

  • Sweater or fleece

  • Merino wool hat and socks

  • Sturdy hiking boots (sneakers not recommended)

  • Water bottle + snack or energy bar

 

You’ll be hiking through lava terrain and exposed to the elements. Stay dry, warm, and comfortable, and enjoy the experience.

Know before you go

  • You can expect to walk for about 1 to 1.5 hours each way, depending on group pace and conditions (total hiking time: 2–3 hours).

  • The trail moderately crosses uneven paths, gravel sections, and natural lava terrain.

  • You’ll hike with some elevation gain — up to 300 meters (approx. 984 feet) in certain areas.

  • The full hiking distance is roughly 8 kilometers (about 5 miles) round-trip.

  • Weather and trail conditions in Iceland can vary daily. The tour’s length and hiking time may adjust slightly to match the group’s pace and ensure safety.

  • Our tour timing is flexible according to the weather, and we aim to give you the best possible experience under the day's conditions.

  • The tour may be canceled on short notice in severe weather or due to road closures.

  • A volcanic eruption is unpredictable, and while we visit active zones, seeing glowing lava is not guaranteed.

  • The hike is not recommended for children under 6 years, pregnant women, or people with lung diseases.

  • If you book the self-drive option, please allow extra time to reach the meeting point. The total tour may last up to 4 hours.

  • If you choose the Reykjavík pickup option, the full experience, including drive time, can take up to 6 hours.

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