Iceland · Geological Wonders

Sundhnjukar Active Volcano Adventure

3 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Reykjavík. Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Hike toward the Sundhnjúkar eruption site
02 See freshly formed lava fields created by magma flow
03 Enjoy views of an active volcanic landscape
04 Taste traditional Icelandic Hraun chocolate
05 Pickup and drop-off included in the Reykjavík area
06 Evening adventure with an experienced guide

Head out from Reykjavík for an unforgettable evening adventure to the Sundhnjúkar volcano area, where you’ll hike toward the new eruption site and experience one of Iceland’s most dramatic natural landscapes. Along the way, take in remarkable views of the active volcanic area and the freshly formed lava fields created by the magma flow.

You’ll spend time near this extraordinary natural wonder from a safe viewing spot, with a chance to pause and enjoy Hraun chocolate, a classic Icelandic treat whose name means “lava.” With pickup and drop-off in the Reykjavík area included, this 3-hour experience offers a memorable way to witness Iceland’s raw volcanic power up close.

Hike towards the new eruption site.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Reykjavik

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Meeting Point

Our guide will pick you up your hotel or designated pick up location in Reykjavík or the Reykjavík area.

Sundhnjúkar Active Volcano

Hike towards the new eruption site.

Hraun Chocolate

Take a moment to enjoy a typical Icelandic snack: The Lava Chocolate!

Back to Reykjavík

After the hike, we will go back to Reykjavik full of memories, where we will drop you off and finish this unique experience.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Reykjavík. 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Experienced and trusted guide
Bus ride from and to Reykjavik
Crampons if needed
Headlamps if needed
Hraun Chocolate

What's Not Included

Face mask

Know before you go

Pick up is from 5 pm to 5.30 pm.
Our guide will pick you up in Reykjavik and then you will head out for your once-in-a-lifetime experience.
The tour to the Sundhnjúkar volcano takes about 3 hours.
You will enjoy the unbelievable views of an erupting volcano! Not something you manage to see everyday!
Once you’re closby the site of the volcano, you will witness freshly made lava fields formed by the magma flow.
You will get to spend some time by this natural wonder, about 1h and a half; we will also find a good and safe spot to enjoy the Icelandic chocolate, Hraun – which means for “lava”.
We urge you to bring some lunch and snacks, and enough water to keep hydrated.

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