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A volcano hiking tour on the Reykjanes Peninsula takes you on foot to the Fagradalsfjall and Meradalir eruption areas, about 40 km southwest of Reykjavík. It's a medium-difficulty hike, about 2 hours each way, with your guide setting the pace.
The Reykjanes Peninsula has been one of the most active volcanic areas in Iceland in recent years, with eruptions around Fagradalsfjall, Meradalir and Geldingadalur Valley. This tour takes you there on foot with a guide, walking out to see the lava fields and craters left behind by the activity.
The hike is rated medium difficulty and takes about 2 hours each way, on a mix of graded paths and rougher, mossy and uneven ground, so reasonable fitness and sturdy footwear matter. The whole tour runs about 7 hours including pick-up from central Reykjavík, and if time allows your guide may add a stop at the Seltún geothermal area on the way back.
It runs year-round, with afternoon or evening departures depending on the season, and headlamps are provided when the tour finishes in the dark. Because it's outdoors on exposed volcanic terrain, weather and access can change at short notice depending on conditions, so your guide adjusts the plan as needed. Minimum age is 12.
It is rated hard: about 2 to 3 hours each way over a mix of graded paths and rougher, uneven ground. Good fitness is needed.
This depends on current volcanic activity, which changes over time. You will see recent lava fields and craters regardless.
Waterproof, warm layers and sturdy shoes with ankle support. Conditions on the peninsula change quickly.
Minimum age is 12, given the length and difficulty of the hike.
Me and my family absolutely loved this tour to the active volcano in Iceland. It was a sight that we will remember for a lifetime. The tour guide was nice and the whole trip was good.
Anna · April 2022
