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The 15 Best Volcano & Lava Tours in Iceland

32 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.7 average  ·  from $54

From the fresh Reykjanes eruption sites to the LAVA SHOW that pours molten rock a few feet away, these 15 get you close to the fire that built the island. Priced and timed, with which run when there is an eruption and which works any day of the year.

Reykjavik: LAVA SHOW - Immersive Experience Entry Ticket - Your 50 to 75 Minute Schedule, From Welcome to Lava Flow
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Reykjavik: LAVA SHOW – Immersive Experience Entry Ticket

1.LAVA SHOW – Immersive Experience Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,360 reviews · 50 - 75 minutes · from $54Our pick

Feel real lava heat in Reykjavik with an award-winning show. Classic or Premium tickets, short and educational, close to molten lava.

“a fantastic, informative show. Definitely recommend this unique experience. Samantha was extremley knowledgable and answered all questions.”

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Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade - Classic vs Premium: what changes besides the seat
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Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket – Optional Premium Upgrade

2.Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket – Optional Premium Upgrade

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,278 reviews · 50 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $54Top rated

Reykjavik Lava Show tickets bring real molten lava to life in a hot, safe, educational show. Choose Classic or Premium backstage upgrade.

“Great overview of what happens during an eruption, smallish ( maybe 30 people) group size. informative presentation, safe demonstration.”

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Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour - Pickup and Timing: How This Tour Avoids Wasted Hours
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Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour

3.Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,932 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $253

Small-group Golden Circle plus Kerid crater and Blue Lagoon Comfort, with Reykjavik pickup, timed stops, and a soak that caps a long day.

“We had a perfect day with Guðjón! He was extremely informative and could tell he was very passionate about his country. Great sized group — he even surprised us with a stop to pet some horses as we were running ahead of schedule.”

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Lava Show Vik Admission Ticket - Stop 1: Lava Show in Vík, the Main Event Up Close
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Lava Show Vik Admission Ticket

4.Lava Show Vik Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,177 reviews · 55 minutes (approx.) · from $54

Book the Lava Show in Vík for a close, safe view of molten lava, Icelandic volcanism stories, and a Q&A in 55 minutes.

“Enjoyable & informative host who was able to simply explain the regions volcanic history. Lava (live) demonstration at the end with insights into how the region would evacuate if an active eruption required it. Well priced, about the right length, & easy / free parking.”

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Ice Cave by Katla Volcano Super Jeep Tour from Vik - The Super Jeep ride: why it matters more than you think
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Ice Cave by Katla Volcano Super Jeep Tour from Vik

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

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

Super Jeep ride from Vík to Katla ice cave with helmet and crampons, guided walk on Kötlujökull, small-group glacier facts.

“Our guide was incredible!!! His experience and information made this one of the most unique tours I’ve ever been on! We also felt like it was doable with our kids. He helped make it a comfortable, safe and fun journey!”

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Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour - Getting to the peninsula from Reykjavík without losing your morning
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Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour

6.Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour

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

Hike to Reykjanes Peninsula eruption sites, then hit black-sand beaches, hot springs, a 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 - What’s the current lava situation at Litli-Hrutur
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Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

8.Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 934 reviews · 7 hours · from $126

Guided hike from Reykjavik to the Geldingadalur eruption zone, with a stop at Seltún hot springs and views of fresh lava fields.

“Guide was very friendly, honest and reliable. Answering questions when he knew and advising what wasn't his expertise. He gave all information about old and new lava fields including the vegetation. Also provided useful information about were we could go for food! Very nice tips I must say. Best guide from my 4 tours. Also the site is amazing! But a good mood and ability on hiking might be required. The stones and ice were tricky in some parts.”

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From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist - Getting to the volcano from Reykjavík, and what the drive adds
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From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist

9.Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist

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

Guided hike to the Fagradalsfjall volcano with a geologist, small-group safety, and real-time explanations of Reykjanes lava and eruptions.

“Book today! Giuseppe was a phenomenal tour guide and shared the most astonishing knowledge, with an urge of excitement and passion! My wife and I have been on hundreds of tours, some with groups and some private. This was hands down the most memorable, enjoyable, and fascinating tour of our lives. Thank you, Giuseppe!”

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From Reykjavík: Volcanoes and Blue Lagoon Day Trip - Getting from Reykjavík to Reykjanes: long day, but not stressful
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From Reykjavík: Volcanoes and Blue Lagoon Day Trip

Puffin and Volcano Tour with Ebbi - Meeting at Básaskersbryggja, Then Settling Into a Small-Group Ride
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Puffin and Volcano Tour with Ebbi

11.Puffin and Volcano Tour with Ebbi

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

Puffin and volcano tour on Heimaey with Ebbi. See puffin colonies, Sprangan, Viking Town, Elephant Rock, and Eldfell crater.

“Absolutely amazing tour! Beyond what we expected! Ebbi was very knowledgeable on ALL things related to the Island and I feel so lucky to have gotten such a great tour and so many local facts from him!”

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Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide - Hiking Fagradalsfjall Volcano, What the 8 km Walk Actually Feels Like
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Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide

12.Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide

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

Walk on fresh lava at Fagradalsfjall on a small-group hike from Reykjavik, with geothermal stops and an expert local guide.

“Well I thought this would be a bit of a walk, how wrong was I haha. It was amazing even though I’ve never been hiking before, I didn’t really know what to expect but the guide Sigrun made sure we were ok all the time and took it at our pace. She was so knowledgeable and we had a great time. The views were breathtaking!! It didn’t feel real at the top of the mountain so peaceful. To stand on the 2021 larva and feel the heat in the cracks was incredible, thank you so much!”

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From Reykjavik: New Volcanic Area Helicopter Tour - Ace FBO Reykjavik and the Start: Efficient, Small-Group, and Focused
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From Reykjavik: New Volcanic Area Helicopter Tour

13.New Volcanic Area Helicopter Tour

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

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.”

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Private South Coast Fire and Ice: Glacier viewpoint & Lava Show - Morning pickup in Reykjavík, then a smooth ride south
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Private South Coast Fire and Ice: Glacier viewpoint & Lava Show

14.Private South Coast Fire and Ice: Glacier viewpoint & Lava Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 451 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $2,850

Private South Coast Fire and Ice tour from Reykjavík, with waterfalls, black sand, glacier views, Vík, and the Lava Show.

“Omgggg, I have no words! Such beauty 😍 every tour ive done has been a MUST lol. our guide Einar was absolutely amazing , knowledgeable, funny and personable. Thanks for a great time!”

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Reykjavik: Guided Tour to Volcano and Reykjanes Geopark - Price and What the $95 Actually Buys You
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Reykjavik: Guided Tour to Volcano and Reykjanes Geopark

15.Guided Tour to Volcano and Reykjanes Geopark

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 428 reviews · 7 hours · from $95

Reykjavik day trip to Seltún geothermal pools, a Fagradalsfjall lava hike, and evacuated Grindavík rifts. Guided, 7 hours.

“It was a very nice day with entertaining and informative guides who worked around the weather to make sure we could optimize our tour. The volcano hike was lovely but extremely windy.”

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