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Descend 400 feet (120 meters) into the crater of Iceland’s Thrihnukagigur Volcano and experience a unique phenomenon of nature inside one of the country’s top attractions.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 4 - 6 hours
- Check availability to see starting times
- Live tour guide
- English, Icelandic
- Pickup optional
- Pickup at hotels/guesthouses in Reykjavik starts 30 minutes prior to departure. Please be ready at that time in front of the building or at the bus stop assigned to your hotel/guesthouse. The pickup service is operated by Grayline.
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
Great experience, quite unusual. The magma chamber is impressive with a lot of colors and the visibility on the aperture is amazing. The guides were great to explain us everything about the dormant volcano.
Absolutely, inside of view is amazing and really unique!! But also, guides are so kind and friendly, and they make your time more special!!!
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Itinerary
Starting/pickup location
Depends on the selected option
Bus/coach
(45 minutes)
Thrihnukagigur Volcano
Hiking, Scenic views on the way (45 minutes)
Thrihnukagigur Volcano
Break time, Photo stop, Coffee, Tea, Safety briefing, Scenic views on the way, Wildlife viewing (2 hours)
Thrihnukagigur Volcano
Hiking (45 minutes)
Bus/coach
(45 minutes)
20 drop-off locations:
Bus Stop#15 - Vesturbugt, Inside the Volcano - Meeting Point, Hótel Ísland, Bus Stop #6 - Safnahúsið The Culture House, Bus Stop #13 Rauðarárstígur, Bus stop #11 Austurbær, Skarfabakki 312 Cruise Terminal, Bus stop #8 Hallgrimskirkja - tour/shuttle pick-up/drop-off, Bus stop #1 - Ráðhúsið - City Hall, Hotel Cabin, Bus Stop #3 Lækjargata, Reykjavik BSI Bus Terminal, Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel, Bus Stop #2 Tjörnin The Pond, Bus stop #5 Harpa, Bus Stop #12 Höfðatorg, Bus Stop #9 Snorrabraut, ODDSSON hotel, Bus stop #4 Miðbakki, Bus Hostel Reykjavik
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Enjoy a scenic hike across a lava field, like the surface of the moon
- Learn more about volcanoes and volcanic activity in Iceland
- Get an amazing view of Reykjavik, the Reykjanes peninsula and the Snæfellsnes peninsula
- Experience a very close encounter with a volcano
- Get your adrenaline pumping on a crater descent
Full description
The hike is classified as moderately difficulty, with straight walks and limited elevations. But the surface is hilly and uneven. Upon arrival at the crater, descend 400 feet (120 meters) inside the volcano, and experience an extraordinary natural phenomenon.
You will be informed about all safety procedures and how to behave inside the volcano, wearing a helmet and harness at all times. Each group is split into a smaller party of 4-5 people for safety and intimacy.
After a slow 10-minute descent, to ensure the safety of passengers and provide ample opportunities to experience the amazing views, spend up to an hour inside the volcano (or less if you prefer). Expert guides will be with you at all times.
End with a feast of traditional Icelandic meat soup or a vegetarian soup along with hot coffee, hot chocolate, tea or water.
Includes
- Pickup and dropoff at selected locations in Reykjavik (if option selected)
- All safety gear (helmets, harnesses, etc.)
- Guides
- Traditional Icelandic meat soup, coffee/tea and some sweets (vegetarians alternatives available)
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
Meeting point
The meeting point is at a ski cabin, located in Bláfjöll (the Blue Mountains). It takes about 30 minutes on paved road to drive there from Reykjavík. The name of the cabin is Breiðabliksskáli. Please be at the meeting point no later than 30 minutes past the set departure time. That is when the pickup bus will arrive from Reykjavík. For example, if you booked the 08:00 tour, you should be at the meeting point no later than 08:30. From your location in Reykjavík, find your way to road nr. 1, heading east to the south coast. Drive straight for about 15 minutes and then turn right on to road nr. 417 (Bláfjallavegur). From there you won’t have to take another turn until you get to the meeting point. Please do not take route 42 to route 417 via Hafnarfjörður as it’s permanently closed. Make sure you continue straight when road 417 splits. Do not turn onto the gravel track.
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What to bring
- Hiking shoes
Know before you go
- Please wear good hiking shoes and warm clothes. The weather in the mountains is unpredictable and can be very different from the weather in Reykjavík. Sneakers and jeans are not suitable.
