Iceland · VOLCANO TOURS

The 15 Best Volcano Tours in Iceland

15 tours  ·  from $85 a head

A young lava field, a crater you can walk into and a peninsula that has erupted repeatedly since 2021. These 15 cover the craters, the tunnels and the helicopter runs, with a note on which ones move when the ground does.

Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik - Kerid Crater: the colorful opening stop
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Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik

1.Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,826 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85Our pick

See Kerid Crater, Strokkur, Gullfoss, and Thingvellir on an 8.5-hour Golden Circle tour from Reykjavik for $85.

“It was an awesome experience. We learned a lot about Iceland, its history, nature, and traditions. The guide also provided multiple valuable recommendations on what to see and try food-wise.”

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Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour - Thingvellir, where geology meets government
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Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour

Ice Cave by Katla Volcano Super Jeep Tour from Vik - The walk to Kötlujökull’s opening
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Ice Cave by Katla Volcano Super Jeep Tour from Vik

3.Ice Cave by Katla Volcano Super Jeep Tour from Vik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,100 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $203

Explore Katla’s natural ice cave from Vík by Super Jeep, with crampons, helmets, glacier views, and a certified guide.

“Incredible, other-worldlike experience! There was more hiking than we expected (one family member was older) and maybe less time in the cave itself. But amazing scenery and we could take it slow, and the provided crampons were invaluable. Definitely needed fully waterproof jacket/pants that day, and I was happy I brought hiking boots. Our guide Natalia was fantastic—so much great information. Would highly recommend thus tour!”

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Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour - Seltún, steam, and colored geothermal ground
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Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour

4.Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,066 reviews · 9 hours · from $126

Hike recent lava fields from Reykjavík, then visit Kleifarvatn, Gunnuhver, Reykjanes Lighthouse, and the Bridge Between Continents.

“Outstanding! This is an outstanding tour and I highly recommend to anyone interested in Volcanos and seeing Icelands beauty! Tour guide was outstanding - if we had done a self drive this would never have been so good thank you!”

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Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site - From Reykjavík to the colorful Seltún hot springs
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Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

Golden Circle and Kerid Volcanic Crater Small-Group Day Tour - Þingvellir National Park and the plate boundary
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Golden Circle and Kerid Volcanic Crater Small-Group Day Tour

From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist - The Reykjavík pickup and the drive south
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From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist

7.Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 780 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $163

Hike Fagradalsfjall from Reykjavík with a geologist, study fresh lava and gas vents, and weigh the $163 price against the expert guidance.

“Our guide is very good and knowledgeable lady. I forget her name but she is from Australia she explains everything with very detail and make understand everyone about the things.”

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From Reykjavík: Volcanoes and Blue Lagoon Day Trip - Pickup from Reykjavík and the ride south
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From Reykjavík: Volcanoes and Blue Lagoon Day Trip

8.Volcanoes and Blue Lagoon Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 759 reviews · 9 hours · from $259

Hike across young lava fields, visit Kleifarvatn and Seltún, then relax in the Blue Lagoon on a full-day trip from Reykjavík.

“An incredible adventure! Pick up and drop off, seamless. Our guide, Hler, was super knowledgeable and extremely positive and fun. He really made the experience special. The hike was beautiful and exhilarating and our time at the Blue Lagoon completely rejuvenating! Definitely remember to bring water and some snacks for the day. Highly recommend!!”

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Puffin and Volcano Tour with Ebbi - Sprangan: a quick lesson in island nerve
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Puffin and Volcano Tour with Ebbi

9.Puffin and Volcano Tour with Ebbi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 731 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $114

See Heimaey’s puffins, Elephant Rock, Viking Town, and Eldfell crater with local guide Ebbi on a lively two-hour island tour.

“Ebbi is an islander and knows the island so well. You get on and off the bus and right up on all the sights. We learned tons about the island, history and points of interest. I highly recommend you do this first so you know where to go and what to do while you are there.”

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Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide - Driving across the Reykjanes Peninsula
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Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide

10.Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 573 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $189

Hike fresh lava at Fagradalsfjall with a local guide, then visit Grindavík, Seltún, and Kleifarvatn on a small-group Iceland tour.

“We got lucky to get Oddi as a guide. 100% hands down the best guide we’ve had on an excursion. Outrageously knowledgeable and courteous of all the people on the excursion. He does this hike all the time so he knows EXACTLY where is safe and where isn’t to walk when you’re on the volcano surface. Very unique and awesome experience doing this tour. Just be warned the hike up does take effort and time so prepare yourself with snacks, water and proper weather gear just in case Mother Nature turns sour. Does get extremely windy as you get higher on your hike be cautious of that. Would HIGHLY recommend…”

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From Reykjavik: New Volcanic Area Helicopter Tour - Starting at Ace FBO Reykjavik
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From Reykjavik: New Volcanic Area Helicopter Tour

11.New Volcanic Area Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 500 reviews · 40 min · from $577

Fly from Reykjavik over Reykjanes volcanoes, lava fields, Mount Esja, and Faxafloi Bay on a small-group helicopter tour.

“Enjoyed the experience and our pilot Laura was the best. Highly recommend her as was a very experienced and a positive pilot with a smile. Although we were a bit disappointed we missed the Lava flowing by 14 days we still had a fun time walking on the old lava remains from the previous flow. The ride was smooth and we may book again for another adventure this trip. Feel free to check the videos on IG: @JYoffe”

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Reykjavik: Guided Tour to Volcano and Reykjanes Geopark - Leaving Reykjavík by coach
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Reykjavik: Guided Tour to Volcano and Reykjanes Geopark

Top-Rated Family Rafting-Warm Drysuits, Volcanic Canyon, Epic Fun - Getting dressed for an Icelandic river
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Top-Rated Family Rafting-Warm Drysuits, Volcanic Canyon, Epic Fun

13.Top-Rated Family Rafting-Warm Drysuits, Volcanic Canyon, Epic Fun

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 411 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187

Family rafting in North Iceland with warm drysuits, Class II+ rapids, volcanic canyon views, hot-spring cocoa, swimming, and optional cliff jumping.

“This was a fantastic addition to the family Iceland trip. I can not say enough about the Viking Rafting experience, lodge, equipment, team, and value. The directions getting to location were spot on and not too far off the ring road (Highway 1). We were greeted upon arrival and they have a fun clubhouse to hang out, eat snacks and drinks that we brought and played darts and games available while we waited. The rafting guides gave a great presentation on what to expect for our 10 and 13 year olds who were first time on the river. The equipment was up to date and all safety for our family…”

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Reykjavik: Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip - The 45-minute walk across Iceland’s lava field
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Reykjavik: Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip

14.Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 410 reviews · from $385

Descend 400 feet into Thrihnukagigur Volcano near Reykjavik, hike a moonlike lava field, and enjoy soup, coffee, and expert guides.

“After a 45 minute hike across the lava field you arrive at the base camp where you are kitted out for a great experience. From the crater you go down into the volcano in a lift, when you reach the point where it opens out the views are amazing. After about 30 minutes exploring you return to base camp for some delicious soup. An expreience not to be missed.”

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