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Discover Iceland's most recent eruption sites on the Reykjanes peninsula by booking this incredible guided helicopter excursion. Those eager to see the beautiful after-effects of a volcanic eruption from above should book this private tour now. You'll also be able to see the Sundhnukagigar eruption site from a distance!
Your tour starts at Reykjavik Domestic Airport. Here, you'll meet your expert guide, who will give you a thorough safety briefing.
This excursion is a private tour, so it will be just you and your group. Each helicopter has four seats, which is excellent for couples, small families, or groups of friends.
There's no need to wait for other guests, and you'll have plenty of opportunities to ask questions. On this once-in-a-lifetime trip, you'll make fantastic memories with your family and friends and enjoy a personalized experience at the volcano site.
When you're ready, you'll go out onto the tarmac and climb aboard the helicopter, ready for take-off.
As you depart, you'll see Reykjavik beneath you and enjoy views of its colorful tin roofs. You'll also spot famous landmarks like Hallgrimskirkja church and the Harpa Concert Hall.
Your pilot will take you to the Reykjanes peninsula, where you'll see Iceland's most recent eruption site in the Fagradalsfjall volcano system. The volcano erupted in 2021, 2022, and 2023. Nearby, there have been more eruptions in the Sundhnukagigar craters since 2023, with the newest one occurring in July 2025.
Fagradalsfjall volcano gained international attention when it erupted in March 2021 after being dormant for nearly 6,000 years. In 2022, a nearby eruption occurred at Meradalir, and in 2023 at Litli-Hrutur, all part of the same volcanic system broadly called the Fagradalsfjall volcano.
Unlike explosive eruptions, Fagradalsfjall volcano's volcanic activity was characterized by effusive lava flows, creating stunning lava fountains and rivers of molten rock.
The eruptions provided a unique opportunity for researchers to study the dynamics of a relatively safe volcanic event, offering insights into the Earth's geology and magma movement.
You won't be landing at the eruption site as the best way to see into the crater and the surrounding lava fields is from the air.
The lava fields were formed by hot flowing lava during the volcanic eruptions, which changed the landscapes surrounding the volcano. Features like mountains and valleys have disappeared beneath the lava, and new craters have appeared.
On your helicopter ride, you'll see steam from the recently created craters and lava fields, which are still hot and will take many years to cool down. Your pilot will circle the lava fields and craters so that you can see them from different angles.
Your pilot will fly you back to Reykjavik Domestic Airport when the time is up.
Don't miss this incredible private experience flying in a helicopter over a volcano in Iceland. Check availability now by choosing a date.
