Iceland · Geological Wonders

6-Hour Private Reykjanes Peninsula Tour with Geothermal Wonders

6 Hours Round trip from V89F+8QH Easy pace

Reykjanes Lighthouse standing proudly on the rugged coastline, offering stunning sea views

The Blue Lagoon at sunset, providing a relaxing experience

Seltún, a vibrant spot for geothermal activity

Dramatic cliffs along the Reykjanes Peninsula

Gunnuhver, with its cracked earth and steaming fumaroles

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Stand at the Bridge Between the Continents, where the Eurasian and North American plates drift apart
02 See Iceland's first lighthouse at Reykjanes and take in dramatic coastal views from the cliffs
03 Admire Eldey from the shore, home to the world's largest northern gannet colony
04 Experience Gunnuhver's raw geothermal power at Iceland's largest boiling mud pool
05 Visit Hópsnes to explore shipwreck remains, abandoned structures, and Grindavík's coastal history
06 Photograph the dramatic lava landscapes around Kleifarvatn, one of Iceland's deepest lakes
07 Discover Seltún's colorful geothermal field with bubbling mud pools and boiling springs

Explore the rugged beauty of the Reykjanes Peninsula on a captivating tour through one of Iceland's most geologically active regions. Discover geothermal wonders, dramatic coastlines, volcanic landscapes, and the visible divide between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates. From historic lighthouses and steaming mud pools to shipwrecks, lava fields, and striking lakes, this experience reveals the peninsula's raw natural power and rich local history.

The plates continuously move apart, creating fissures, and the bridge in Sandvík spans one of these striking geological formations.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Reykjavik, Reykjanes, Grindavík

Languages English, French, German, Icelandic, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Bridge Between the Continents

Iceland is the only place on Earth where the Mid-Atlantic Ridge rises above ground, revealing the divide between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates.
In Reykjanes, the Bridge Between the Continents lets visitors stand between these drifting plates. The plates continuously move apart, creating fissures, and the bridge in Sandvík spans one of these striking geological formations.

Day 02

Reykjanes Lighthouse and Coastal History

Iceland's first lighthouse was built on Valhnúkur in Reykjanes in 1878.
However, due to damage from earthquakes and coastal erosion, it faced the risk of collapsing into the sea.
As a result, a new lighthouse was constructed a few meters inland on Bæjarfell, ensuring a safer and more stable location.

Day 03

Views of Eldey Island

Eldey is a small island located about 20 km off the coast of the Reykjanes Peninsula.
Covering roughly 3 hectares (7 acres) and standing 77 meters (253 ft) tall, it hosts a variety of bird species, including the largest northern gannet colony.
While we won't visit the island, you can admire it from Valhnúkamöl sand, where we make a stop.

Day 04

Gunnuhver Geothermal Area

Close to Reykjanes Lighthouse, the Gunnuhver geothermal area is named after the ghost Gunna, who was said to cause havoc until she fell into a hot spring.
The site is filled with steaming mud pools and hot springs, where boiling geothermal water mixes with surface water. Gunnuhver is home to Iceland's largest mud pool, a 20-meter-wide, vigorously boiling spectacle of raw geothermal power.

Day 05

Brimketill Ocean Pool

Brimketill is a naturally formed pool along the ocean, once a popular bathing spot, but now too dangerous due to the powerful crashing waves.
A nearby viewing platform offers stunning views of the pool and its dramatic surroundings.

Day 06

Hópsnes Shipwrecks and Coastal Heritage

Hópsnes, a small peninsula near Grindavík, is rich in history and natural beauty, home to about 10 shipwrecks and abandoned houses.
The area, formed around 2800 years ago by a volcanic eruption, played a crucial role in Grindavík's early settlement and shipping.
Visitors can explore relics of the past, including fish drying sheds, salt huts, and the Hópsnesviti lighthouse built in 1928, while learning about the area's fascinating history through informative boards placed near the shipwrecks.

Day 07

Kleifarvatn Lake

Kleifarvatn Lake, the largest on the Reykjanes Peninsula, is also one of Iceland's deepest, with a depth of 97 meters.
The lake's south end is heated by a hot spring, while the rest remains cold.
Surrounded by dramatic lava formations, it offers a breathtaking landscape and is an ideal spot for photography.

Day 08

Seltún Geothermal Field

Seltún is a fascinating geothermal field in the Krýsuvík volcanic system, known for its mud pools, vibrant earth colors, and boiling water.
Despite the initial attempts to harness the geothermal energy, the area became notorious after a system explosion.
The distinct sulfuric smell adds to the raw, natural experience, and nearby, visitors can also find Fúli-pollur, or Bad Smelling Puddle, adding to the area's unique geothermal allure.