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1-Hour Helicopter Tour in Iceland: The Geothermal Tour

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1-Hour Helicopter Tour in Iceland: The Geothermal Tour
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Top rated
4.878049 out of 5 stars
4.9
4.878049 out of 5 stars
205 reviews

Enjoy this 50-60 minute helicopter flight over geothermal springs, colorful mountain ranges, power plants, lava fields and craters. Depart from Reykjavik Domestic Airport and land for 15 minutes in the wilderness to enjoy the fantastic scenery of Iceland.

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Duration 1 hour
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible
Small group
Limited to 6 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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philip – United Kingdom

Fantastic flight, loads to see . V comfortable in helicopter with a great pilot

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Taylor – United States

What an amazing experience! This was by far the coolest thing I’ve ever experienced!

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Highlights

  • Enjoy a 50 to 60-minute helicopter flight over Iceland’s most scenic areas
  • Soar over geothermal power plants and bubbling hot springs
  • Learn more about Iceland’s geothermal activity from a knowledgeable pilot
  • Fly over deep volcanic craters and hot springs

Full description

Start your trip from Reykjavik Domestic Airport, just a 5-minute drive from the center of the city. Be ready to begin your helicopter ride with a fantastic view of the Reykjavik area and watch it fade into the distance as you make your way to colorful mountain ranges with hot springs.

Continue your journey to an area known for its lava fields and craters. Take the chance to peek into a crater from the helicopter and enjoy the views from above while sitting in warmth and comfort.
Later on, you will be able to see Iceland’s power plants that Icelanders are so proud of and hear more about how it works from your knowledgeable pilot.

After landing in a stunning spot near hot springs, take some breathtaking photos to capture a memory of a lifetime! The flight concludes by flying over Reykjavik to give an aerial overview of the city before you return to the starting point, Reykjavik Domestic Airport.

Includes

  • 50 to 60-minute helicopter flight with 1 landing right next to hot springs
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off

Meeting point

Norðurflug Helicopter Tours, located at the east side of Reykjavik Domestic Airport. Nauthólsvegur 58d, Building 313, 101 Reykjavik. Behind Icelandair Hotel Natura hotel. You will be informed about your exact starting time by the local supplier after booking.

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  • Weight limit: We have a weight limit for all of our tours. Any passengers over 120 kg / 265 lbs / 19 stone are required to pay for 1.5 seats in the helicopter. This will ensure that everyone on the tour has a comfortable and safe ride!
  • If the weather forecast is not looking promising, your tour will be rescheduled or you will receive a full refund
  • The tour may be subject to availability. After the booking, you will be receive the exact starting time by email
  • The total duration of the tour is 50-60 minutes, which includes a 25-35 minute guided helicopter flight and a 15 minute landing by a remote geothermal area on an old volcano. Exact duration depends on helicopter type and weather.
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4.9 /5

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Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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philip – United KingdomDecember 6, 2024 – Verified booking
Fantastic flight, loads to see . V comfortable in helicopter with a great pilot
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Taylor – United StatesAugust 26, 2024 – Verified booking
What an amazing experience! This was by far the coolest thing I’ve ever experienced!
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Lori – United StatesAugust 20, 2024 – Verified booking
Loved seeing Iceland from the air and a bonus that we landed near a geo thermal spring!

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Activity provider:Nordurflug Helicopter Tours
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