Exciting 2.5 Hour Helicopter Ride & Volcano Tour at Thrihnukagigur with Transfer from Reykjavik

Only in Iceland can you ascend into the chamber of a volcanic caldera.
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Summary

Tour starts
Reykjavík
Duration
2,5 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Languages
English
Available
May - Sept.
Minimum age
8 years old

Description

Fly by helicopter over the surreal lava landscapes of the Blue mountains on your way toward the incredible Þríhnúkagígur volcano. Þríhnúkagígur is the only destination on the planet where you can actually stand inside a volcano; a truly fantastic and unique experience!

The tour availability is twice daily, one in the morning, one in the afternoon, and departs from Reykjavík Airport. Flying in a helicopter is an extremely memorable experience in itself! Nothing can quite describe that feeling of feeling the rotors thudding overhead, watching the city and the world disappear in front of you to provide fantastic aerial visuals.

You will fly over the multi-coloured rooftops of the city, witness famous landmarks in the capital - such as the dome-shaped Perlan restaurant and the church, Hallgrímskirkja - and finally, head over dried lava fields toward the picturesque Blue Mountains. After a thrilling ride, you will finally arrive at your destination.

Þríhnúkagígur volcano is dormant, meaning that you are completely safe to enter the crater given you're equipped with the right kit! Fear not, your friendly and experienced tour guide will provide you will all the equipment necessary, including harnesses and helmets! Your guide will be eager to tell you more about the history and geology of the chamber, providing you with a fabulous insight into the makeup of Iceland’s majestic environment.

The colours lining the inner walls of the volcano are a breath-taking sight; you will be privy to fantastic shades of red, orange, yellow, green and blue create an incredible kaleidoscopic effect within the rock itself. Make sure not to forget your camera! You’ll want to look back on your pictures if just to clarify that you weren’t dreaming.

Join this tour for a high-flying helicopter adventure, travelling to the incredible and mighty Þríhnúkagígur volcano. Check booking availability by choosing a date.

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Included

Helicopter tour
Volcano tour

Activities

Caving
Sightseeing
Helicopter

What to bring

Camera
Warm clothes

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