Iceland · HELICOPTER TOURS
Every Iceland trip has one free day too few. These 10 helicopter tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part of planning.
From Reykjavik, fly a short helicopter loop over the Reykjanes Peninsula volcanoes, craters, lava fields, and Faxafloi Bay, weather permitting.
“Fabulous trip - pilot was friendly and full of info. Only problem was it went too quickly! Amazing experience.”
One hour in a helicopter over Iceland’s geothermal wonders, with power plants, lava fields, and a 15-minute landing by hot springs near craters.
“We had a truly memorable time on our recent adventure. The pilot not only provided us with the full experience but also prioritized our safety, making the trip even more enjoyable.”
Fly from Reykjavik in a small-group helicopter, land on a mountain summit near Mt. Esja, and get sweeping views plus city flyovers.
“We booked the helicopter tour for the sunrise, it was so beautiful. The pilot gave a commentary while flying about the landscape and history of the lakes and mountains/volcanos. Make sure you wrap up as the wind chills on the mountains were biting but well worth the cold for the amazing views.”
Fly over Reykjavík and Iceland’s active volcanic zone on a small-group helicopter tour, with pilot geology talk and potential lava-field landing.
“Wow! If you can afford this, this is the best thing you can do in Reykjavík. We flew over a very active fissure. What a thrill to be in a helicopter. The pilot was very friendly and helpful and had a lot of things interesting facts to say about Reykjavík. The helicopter was super clean and felt like it was new and I felt completely safe and I had the thrill of a Lifetime. The only thing I could say negative was they were running a half an hour late and of course you’re not up there by yourselves you’re with other couples and unfortunately the other couple we were…”
Take a 40 minute helicopter flight over Reykjavik, with a summit landing for sweeping city views, Harpa, Hallgríms Church, and great photos.
“It was so cool! When we landed on the mountain the views were incredible! Definitely add this to your bucket list!”
Fire and Ice helicopter tour from Reykjavik with glacier and geothermal landings, plus flights over Glymur and Þingvellir.
“Incredible views. The glacier alone would have been enough. It is quite a splurge but worth every penny!”
45-minute helicopter tour over Iceland’s latest lava fields near Reykjavik, with expert pilots, small group seating, and possible flowing lava.
“This was amazing. One of the best things we have done. Would definately recommend this to everyone. Great Service. Fantastic pilot. What an experience.”
ATV ride to Hafravatn and Reykjavik Peak, then a helicopter flight with photo stop for sky-high views over Reykjavik.
“Beide tours waren echt geweldig! Vriendelijke gidsen en alles was goed geregeld. Alleen jammer dat er geen vervoer terug was vanaf de helikopter. Wel was dit al duidelijk aangegeven dus daar hadden we rekening mee gehouden. We zijn terug gelopen en dat was prima te doen.”
ATV speed and muddy Iceland trails, then a Reykjavik summit helicopter ride with a 20-minute mountain landing. Gear and pickup included.
“Great tour combo, we were picked up near the hotel and supplied with all the gear needed for keeping warm and dry on the quads. Our guide Damos was great and we were on some off road trails and got a nice view of the city. Then they brought us to the helicopter base. Awesome one hour flight in a nice helicopter with very good pilot. Flew over the Blue Lagoon, Reykjavík, the recent volcano and lava fields and landed on an old lava field. Great experience!”
Helicopter from Reykjavik to Hengill with a geothermal landing, brief guided tour, and big views of lava fields, steam, and power stations.
“Laura is friendly and professional guide, she shared a lot of useful and interesting information relating to volcanos. Highly recommended”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
