Walk inside a massive 5,200-year-old lava tunnel formed by a real volcanic eruption, just outside Reykjavík.

• Starting point: BSI Bus Terminal, Reykjavik
• Everything you get: You'll be picked from Reykjavik in a bus for a guided walk through Raufarhólshellir lava tunnel with an expert guide, safety helmet and flashlight, a short briefing, and insights into Iceland’s geology as you explore up to 350 meters of one of the country’s largest lava tunnels.
• Why choose this: It’s an easy, no-experience-needed adventure where you walk the actual path of ancient lava and learn how Iceland’s volcanoes shaped the land.

Inclusions #

• Bus fare to Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel

• Free Wi-Fi on board

• 1-hour guided cave tour in English

• Flashlight

• Protective helmet

• Other necessary safety equipment

Exclusions #

• Meals

• Hotel transfers

What to bring

• Dress warmly in layers, as temperatures inside the lava tunnel stay cool year-round.
• Wear sturdy, closed-toe footwear suitable for uneven surfaces.

What’s not allowed

• The tour is not suitable for children under 3 years.
• Touching cave formations or entering restricted areas is not permitted for safety reasons.

Accessibility

• This is an easy-level tour, but it involves walking on uneven ground and is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• The tour last for around 3 hours, including travel time.
• Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi onboard the bus throughout the journey.
• The cave is open all year, regardless of season.
• You don't need prior caving experience to get inside the cave.
• Be sure to look out for the collapsed section near the tunnel entrance where you'll see striking columns of light that highlight the tunnel’s layered colors.

Pair Reykjavík’s Classic Whale Watching cruise with the Lava Show, combining encounters with wild cetaceans and flowing molten lava.

• Starting point: Depart from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour for your whale watching cruise.
• Everything you get: Live-guided whale watching cruise and entry to the Lava Show, where you see real molten lava up close.
• Species spotted: Look for minke and humpback whales, white-beaked dolphins, and harbor porpoises, Elding’s four main cetacean species.
• Why choose this: See Iceland’s marine wildlife at sea and real molten lava up close with two distinct experiences combined in one booking.

Inclusions #

• 3-hour whale watching tour

• 50-minute lava show

• Expert live guide

• Free Wi-Fi

Exclusions #

• Pickup (available for extra charge)

• Drop off

What to bring

• Remove some layers of clothing before the Lava Show begins, as it gets hot in the showroom.

Additional information

• Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of each tour.
• You must make your own way between the whale watching and Lava Show locations.
• Pregnant women, people with infants, and those with cardiovascular diseases are advised to sit in the back or near the exits during the Lava Show.
• The Lava Show is family friendly but may not be suitable for children aged 0 to 4 years.

What to bring

• Warm, layered clothing suitable for caves and Icelandic weather.
• Waterproof jacket and pants.
• Gloves and headwear.
• Sturdy hiking shoes/boots (recommended).

What's not allowed

• Alcohol consumption before or during the tour.

Accessibility

• Expect uneven surfaces; some sections have footbridges and paths.
• Participants should be comfortable walking on uneven terrain.

Additional information

• If you meet directly at the location, you may bring a child with a minimum age of 3 years.
• Reykjavik transfers are available only for children aged six and above.
• All tours are guided in English.
• Crampons are provided in winter when conditions require them.

Inclusions #

• Guided tour

• Certified caving guide

• All necessary safety equipment

• Helmet & head torch

• Crampons (in winter)

• Pick-up from Reykjavik

• Meet on location (if option selected)