Volcano Area – Grindavík, Reykjanes Hot Springs & Lava Fields
Join us for a tour of the Reykjanes Peninsula, an area marked by powerful geological activity. You’ll see Iceland’s youngest lava fields and visit the town of Grindavík, where devastating earthquakes split roads, lava flows damaged houses, and residents were forced to evacuate.
During the tour, you’ll explore a geothermal area with numerous hot springs, admire the scenic lake Kleifarvatn, see Iceland’s oldest lighthouse, cross the bridge between continents, and ancient lava fields covered in soft, vibrant moss, all over.
!!! The Reykjanes Peninsula, especially around Grindavík, remains geologically active. While no lava is currently flowing, an eruption could resume at any time. If that happens and certain areas close, this tour will adapt into an active volcano experience, stopping at the best possible viewpoint to witness the eruption—if conditions allow. !!!
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Classic Reykjanes tour
Reykjanes tour
Pickup included
What's included in Volcano Area – Grindavík, Reykjanes Hot Springs & Lava Fields
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Kleifarvatn Lake
Kleifarvatn is the largest lake on the Reykjanes peninsula and a sight to behold. The road along the lake is probably one of the most under rated tourist roads int the country which hugs the lake’s shore. The tall mountains on the other side, make the drive alongside the lake nearly as fun as stopping to admire it from various vantage points. Fun Fact: In the year 2000, Kleifarvatn lost 20% of its water, when a fissure opened after an earthquake. The water drained into the nearby North Atlantic ocean through a subterranean channel. It has since recovered almost entirely.
Krysuvik
On the fissure zone between 2 tectonic plates running across Iceland lies the large geothermal area of Krýsuvík. Within this area is Seltún, a geothermal field, where volcanic fumeroles, mud pots and hot springs have formed. The result of the geothermal activity is a landscape seemingly painted bright yellow, red and green; a result of sulfur interacting with the other minerals in the soil.
Here you will the most recent lava fields created by the volcano at Fagradalsfjall. This is the youngest land in Iceland and can sometimes be alive with molten rock and lava. For less experienced hikers, visiting Nátthagi valley, which is being filled with lava from the eruption is quite an experience. The hike is around 20-30 minutes into the valley, mostly flat and considered an easy hike.
Inclusions
- WiFi on board
- Transfer to/from Reykjavik
- Lunch
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Additional Information
Please be ready at your pick up point at the stated time on your voucher. Please allow 30 minutes for us to complete all pick ups. Please select a pick up place close to your location. Most inner city hotels are unavailable due to local law. If your hotel is not listed choose a bus stop. There are various bus stops around the city. When choosing pick up from the drop down menu look under "ports".
