Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike - Small Group Tour with Local Guide
Overview
This is more than a volcano hike. It’s a journey through the region most affected by Iceland’s recent eruptions, guided by locals from Grindavík and Keflavík who experienced these events firsthand.
Explore the volcanic landscapes surrounding Fagradalsfjall, where fresh lava flowed as recently as July 2025. Walk across newly formed terrain, discover steaming geothermal areas, and learn how repeated eruptions have reshaped both the land and the lives of the people who call this region home.
Along the way, visit the fishing town of Grindavík and hear the story of a community that has lived through one of the most remarkable volcanic periods in Iceland’s modern history.
✔️ Local guides with firsthand experience of the eruptions
✔️ Visit Grindavík and explore Iceland’s newest volcanic landscapes
✔️ Small-group experience with time to ask questions and explore
✔️ Learn about geology, local life, and the ongoing changes across the region
✔️ Every tour is different, with some special touch
What's Included
- Hiking Poles
- Crampons and Headlamps if needed (Winter)
- Certified Local Guide
- Lunch
- Parking fee for self-drivers (Pay on site)
- Gratuities (Optional)
Meeting and Pickup
Lækjargata 4
101 Reykjavík, Iceland
You cannot change the pickup point, as we have a pre-selected meeting location for the pickup option. • Please only use Bus Stop #3 Lækjargata as your pickup point if you book the pickup option.
Víkurbraut 58B
240 Grindavík, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Reykjanes (pass by)
Grindavik
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Fagradalsfjall Volcano
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Seltún Geothermal Area
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kleifarvatn Lake
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not suitable for children under 7 years old (Please contact us before booking)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Age Requirement: Minimum age is 7 years for group tours. Younger children are not allowed.
- Self-Drive Option: Only for travelers with their own rental car for the full tour. No seats in guide’s vehicle if you arrive by taxi, transfer, or shuttle. Without a car, book the pickup option.
- Meeting Point: Self-drive tours meet in Grindavík at 10:45 am (exact location sent after booking). Parking fees not included.
- Post-Hike: Self-drivers may follow the guide to Seltún and Kleifarvatn in their own car or leave independently.
- Fitness Level: Moderate hike on uneven ground. Private tours recommended for slower pace or extra breaks.
- What to Bring: Layered waterproof clothing, sturdy hiking shoes, water, snacks, gloves, phone/camera. Walking poles and crampons provided if needed.
- Lava Visibility: Glowing lava only visible during active eruptions—never guaranteed. Tour adapts to any new accessible areas.
- Extra Stops: Seltún and Kleifarvatn only included for tours returning to Reykjavík. Weather permitted.
- Weather Impact: Hiking time and route may change due to weather for safety and comfort.
- Safety Rules: Tour follows official volcanic activity guidance. If access is closed, the route changes to safe alternative volcanic sites.
- Winter Driving: Roads can be icy, snowy, or windy—allow extra travel time when driving to the meeting point.
- By booking this tour, you confirm that you have read and understood the full tour description. While the volcano area is publicly accessible, joining a guided tour is a personal choice made for added safety, local knowledge, and deeper context. In the case of an active eruption, the itinerary may be adjusted to prioritize access to the current eruption site and main viewing areas. Although we may follow the same trail used by others, this remains a fully guided experience.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Hiking Poles.
- Crampons and Headlamps if needed (Winter).
- Certified Local Guide.
- Lunch.
- Parking fee for self-drivers (Pay on site).
- Gratuities (Optional).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 7. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike - Small Group Tour with Local Guide is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not suitable for children under 7 years old (Please contact us before booking)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike – Small Group Tour with Local Guide will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Hiking Poles
- Crampons and Headlamps if needed (Winter)
- Certified Local Guide
- Lunch
- Parking fee for self-drivers (Pay on site)
- Gratuities (Optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not suitable for children under 7 years old (Please contact us before booking)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Age Requirement: Minimum age is 7 years for group tours. Younger children are not allowed.
- Self-Drive Option: Only for travelers with their own rental car for the full tour. No seats in guide’s vehicle if you arrive by taxi, transfer, or shuttle. Without a car, book the pickup option.
- Meeting Point: Self-drive tours meet in Grindavík at 10:45 am (exact location sent after booking). Parking fees not included.
- Post-Hike: Self-drivers may follow the guide to Seltún and Kleifarvatn in their own car or leave independently.
- Fitness Level: Moderate hike on uneven ground. Private tours recommended for slower pace or extra breaks.
- What to Bring: Layered waterproof clothing, sturdy hiking shoes, water, snacks, gloves, phone/camera. Walking poles and crampons provided if needed.
- Lava Visibility: Glowing lava only visible during active eruptions—never guaranteed. Tour adapts to any new accessible areas.
- Extra Stops: Seltún and Kleifarvatn only included for tours returning to Reykjavík. Weather permitted.
- Weather Impact: Hiking time and route may change due to weather for safety and comfort.
- Safety Rules: Tour follows official volcanic activity guidance. If access is closed, the route changes to safe alternative volcanic sites.
- Winter Driving: Roads can be icy, snowy, or windy—allow extra travel time when driving to the meeting point.
- By booking this tour, you confirm that you have read and understood the full tour description. While the volcano area is publicly accessible, joining a guided tour is a personal choice made for added safety, local knowledge, and deeper context. In the case of an active eruption, the itinerary may be adjusted to prioritize access to the current eruption site and main viewing areas. Although we may follow the same trail used by others, this remains a fully guided experience.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
- Operated by a business
