Enjoy a day of volcanic adventure and Blue Lagoon relaxation.
This first eruption in the Reykjanes Peninsula in about 800 years provides a unique opportunity to study the geological mysteries of the region! Your driver and guide will take the group to the start of the hiking route towards the volcano in Geldingadalur, where you’ll hike towards the volcano. You will have approximately 1,5 hours to view the volcanic eruption. The hike is about 1.5 hours, each way. Please note that this is an estimated time. The sites around the volcano are always changing due to freely flowing lava and the hiking time can change.
After an exciting hiking trip you’ll end the day at the Blue Lagoon. Immerse yourself in the milky-blue geothermal seawaters. Included in the comfort package is entrance to the Blue Lagoon, silica mud mask, use of a towel and 1st drink of your choice.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Distance: 8 km (5 miles)
Elevation: 300 m (985 feet)
Wear:
- Dress in clothes in layers and be prepared for cold weather
- Hiking shoes
- Winter hat, scarf, gloves
- Wind and waterproof outerwear (rain coat and pants)
Bring:
- Crampons (conditions can be slippery during winter)
- Face mask (you are required to wear face masks on the bus=
- Bottled water, packed lunch and snacks
- Walking sticks (alpine poles) are recommended
Included
- Bus transportation from Reykjavík BSÍ Bus Terminal to the volcano hike trailhead
- Free Wi-Fi
- Guided tour & hike
- Comfort Admission to the Blue Lagoon
- Silica Mud Mask
- Use of Towel.
- One drink of your choice at the in-water bar.
Not Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (can be added at the time of booking)
- Meals, refreshments and beverages other than drink at the Blue Lagoon
- Swimsuit at Blue Lagoon (rentals available)
Important
- Hikers are responsible for following social distancing rules during the hike.
- The tour supplier will follow the recommendations of the Civil protection service and cancel the tour if circumstances at the eruption site are unsafe.
- Please be aware of the public guidance for hikers visiting the site. For more information visit the Safe Travel website.
- Be aware that the weather can change quickly.
- Assume that the journey may take longer than planned.
- Keep an eye on your travel companions. Fatigue and hypothermia come quickly.
- Stick to hills and ridges. Avoid valleys and dells in the landscape.
- There is a risk of rock fall. Beware of steep slopes
- The telephone connection in the area is bad and it can therefore be difficult to call for help if needed.
- Eruption sites can change, and new eruption cracks may open on short notice.
- Gas pollution is strongest close to the area and can lurk in valleys and dells where it is particularly dangerous.
- Gas pollution can change on short notice if the eruption suddenly increases, and it is dangerous to be near the eruption sites without measuring instruments.
- We reserve the right to alter the itinerary depending on conditions around the volcano.
