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Reykjavik: 45-Minute Volcano Sightseeing Helicopter Tour

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Tours Nature & adventure Outdoor activities Sightseeing Volcano tours Viewing points Air & helicopter tours

Take off from Reykjavik Airport and head on over to the Reykjanes Peninsula. Enjoy a birds eye view of the most recent eruption sites in Iceland, and if you are lucky, there will be flowing lava.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a scenic volcano-spotting flight with great views for all passengers
  • See the most recent eruption site in Iceland, Sundhnúkahraun from March 2024
  • Relax on board with friendly pilots that will guide you through the experience
  • Get the best view of the beautiful lava field and, hopefully, some flowing lava
  • Learn about the volcanic history of the area and spot various volcanic craters

Description

Start the tour by meeting up with you friendly airport staff and pilot at Reykjavik Domestic Airport, located only five minutes from the city center. Listen as the pilot briefs you shortly on the route before taking you onto the tarmac to begin your thrilling adventure ride. Soar into the air and enjoy the views of the capital area of Reykjavik as your pilots heads to the Reykjanes Peninsula. See old lava fields that date back hundreds of years before you get to the most recent eruption site. Fly over the most recent eruption site in Iceland and listen to the story of the area. Travel from the massive craters that formed in the Fagradalsfjall/Geldingadalir eruptions in 2021 to 2022 to the most recent eruption site, Sundhnúkahraun, from March 2024. Circle over the lava fields and enjoying the the views from the the comfort of your helicopter, the pilot will head back to the capital, and if you know were to look, you might be able to see the president's home, Bessastaðir.

Includes

All taxes and airport fees

Important Information

  • All our flights are weather dependent and we have to abide by the rules and regulations set in place by the Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management If we have to cancel your flight due to weather or other factors out of our control, we will try to reschedule your flight or give you a full refund Keep in mind as you admire the beauty that eruptions are a natural occurrence that may or may not be active during your visit, so there is no guarantee there will be visible lava during your flight

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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