FROM 59,900 ISK
The Volcanic Eruption Helicopter tour barely needs an introduction. Fly by helicopter to the previously erupted volcano site at Geldingadalur. Also known as the Fagradalsfjall volcano. Fly across the desolate, scarred landscape of the Reykjanes Peninsula, and hover over the volcanic area.
***The Volcano Status – updated 3rd of December 2022***
The volcano has not erupted again since the September 2022 and there is no longer any glowing lava on the surface. At present, on this tour, you will only see cooled lava rocks and potentially steam coming from the cracks. An incredible sight in its own right.
The volcano at Geldingadalur started to erupt again on the 3rd of August, 2022 after almost a year of dormancy. The big difference now is that the fresh lava flow is more remote and far away from any roads. This means any attempt to walk to it is a full day trip and only recommended for strong hikers with lots of spare time. In short, the volcanic eruption hike isn’t for everyone. Thankfully, our friends at Atlantsflug can take you there instead.
On this approximate 45 minute tour you are taken on an exhilarating helicopter flight over the Reykjanes Peninsula. Before you know it, you will see the glowing crater and fresh lava from the volcanic eruption site in Geldingadalur. A comfortable Atlantflug’s 4-5 seat helicopter offers everyone spectacular views of the volcano on the way.
No walking is required.
This tour has a 4 person minimum to go and is available as private upon request.
Atlantsflug Volcanic Eruption Flight 3
Atlantsflug Volcanic Eruption Flight 2
Atlantsflug Fagradalsfjall Volcano Helicopter Tour
Atlantsflug Fagradalsfjall Volcano Helicopter Tour
The Volcanic Eruption Site
From above you will get to witness the massive volcanic crater bubbling and spraying lava into the air. Rivers of lava flow like water from the crater. Slow moving lava glows across a large area. Smoke and steam billow out of this newly formed feature. Even the cooled black, glistening lava fields are likes something from a J R R Tolkien novel. The crater acts differently every time it is visited but one thing is for sure, it will always be a spectacular view from above (while it’s still erupting).
The volcano is a natural wonder and we cannot guarantee visible lava at the time of your tour.
Please note, on this tour you do not land at the volcano site. All views are from the helicopter.
Atlantsflug Fagradalsfjall Volcano Helicopter Tour
Meeting point
REYKJAVIK FBO
Nauthólsvegur, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
This tour is a meet on location. You must arrive at least 15 minutes before departure time. The meeting point is only a short drive from Reykjavík City Centre. There are many local taxis that can take you there.
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Please note
This tour only operates in good weather and when the volcano is erupting. It is common for flights to be rescheduled or cancelled based on weather and conditions at the volcano site. You will receive a full refund for any cancellations by Atlantsflug.
GOOD TO KNOW
The flight time is approximately 10 – 15 minutes each way from Reykjavík to the volcano, with around 15 minutes of hovering above and around the volcanic site.
Your safety is of the utmost importance to Atlantsflug.
This tour is operated by our friends at ATLANTSFLUG
