Hiking Excursion to the Sundhnjúkar Volcano from Reykjavík

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3 hrs
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Discover one of Iceland's most stunning natural phenomena, the Sundhnjúkar Volcano, on this unforgettable tour from Reykjavík!

Explore an active volcano and its rugged surrounding landscapes on this remarkable 3-hour, guided excursion, hiking to the Sundhnjúkar Volcano from Reykjavík! Welcoming sporty adventurers ages 12 and up.

Located in southeast Iceland in the scenic Vatnajökull National Park, Sundhnjúkar is part of a complex and active volcanic system, one of many in the country. In addition, Vatnajökull National Park is also renowned for its lava fields, glaciers, rugged terrain, and majestic mountains. If you're looking for something completely different on your next trip to beautiful Iceland, this memorable excursion, hiking to the Sundhnjúkar Volcano from Reykjavík, is for you!

Your volcanic adventure in Iceland begins in the nation's capital, Reykjavík, where you and your group (a maximum of 12 participants) will be picked up from one of the listed meeting points (please see 'special terms'). You'll board the comfortable minibus and depart for Vatnajökull National Park and the Sundhnjúkar Volcano. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the picturesque panoramas on the way.

Upon your arrival, you'll receive a safety and itinerary briefing along with crampons and a headlamp (if necessary). Now the fun, hiking to the Sundhnjúkar Volcano from Reykjavík, starts! En route, your guide will share fascinating facts about Iceland's volcanos and the geological importance of these sites. From a safe distance, you'll observe magma flow made by recent lava fields originating from this active volcano system, don't forget your camera! In total, you'll spend approximately 1.5 hours near the natural wonder of the Sundhnjúkar Volcano, taking a well-deserved break with delicious Icelandic chocolate. At the end of the tour, hiking to the Sundhnjúkar Volcano from Reykjavík, you'll return to the bustling city with lifelong memories of Iceland!

For an experience to remember, book this guided tour, hiking to the Sundhnjúkar Volcano from Reykjavík, today!

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Practical information

Course of events

- Meet your guide at one of the listed pick-up points in Reykjavík (please specify when booking and see 'special terms')

- Minibus ride from Reykjavík

- Scenic transfer via minibus to the Sundhnjúkar Volcano

- Arrival

- Safety and itinerary briefing

- Receive crampons and headlamp (if needed)

- Hike towards the new eruption site of the Sundhnjúkar Volcano

- Break with Icelandic chocolate

- Return hike

- Transfer back the original meeting point in Reykjavík

Activity requirements

Please be advised that participants must be in good physical condition to take part in this hiking excursion.

In addition, all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

Please arrive at one of the listed meeting points 20 minutes before the departure time.

The difficulty level of this hiking tour is labelled as 'moderate'.

Pick-up is offered from one of the following locations in Reykjavík:

  • Bus Stop 3 - Lækjargata
  • Bus Stop 14 - Skúlagata
  • Bus stop 11 Austurbær
  • Iceland Football Association
  • Grindavík Swimming pool parking lot (ONLY FOR VOLCANO TOUR)
Meeting point:
Bus Stop 3 - Lækjargata, Lækjargata 4, 101, Reykjavík, Iceland
Spoken languages:English, Icelandic
Included
  • Pick-up and drop-off from Reykjavik
  • Guide
  • Chocolate snack
  • Crampons and headlamp (if needed)
Excluded
  • Food and beverages
  • Winter clothing
  • Pick up from unlisted locations (please see 'special terms')
Do not forget to bring
  • Wind and waterproof Clothing
  • Warm underlayers
  • Hat
  • Gloves
  • Scarf
  • Hiking boots
  • Wool socks
  • Packed lunch
  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Camera

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