The Lava Tunnel Tour - Raufarhólshellir | 1 hour

1881 Reviews | Reykjavik
From $54.42 per person Lowest Price Guarantee
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Free Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Standard Tour - 1 PM
2 Adults x $54.62
$109.24
Approx Total
$109.24
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 12 PM
2 Adults x $54.62
$109.24
Approx Total
$109.24
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 3 PM
2 Adults x $54.62
$109.24
Approx Total
$109.24
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 2 PM
2 Adults x $54.62
$109.24
Approx Total
$109.24
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 5 PM
2 Adults x $54.62
$109.24
Approx Total
$109.24
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 4 PM
2 Adults x $54.62
$109.24
Approx Total
$109.24
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 9 AM
2 Adults x $54.62
$109.24
Approx Total
$109.24
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 11 AM
2 Adults x $54.62
$109.24
Approx Total
$109.24
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 10 AM
2 Adults x $59.63
$119.26
Approx Total
$119.26
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Professional guide
  • Lights
  • Helmets
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Overview

Explore the magnificent lava tunnel Raufarhólshellir, one of the longest and best-known lava tubes in Iceland. Located just 30-40 minutes from Reykjavík, the tunnel is easily accessible year round. Discover the inner workings of a volcanic eruption and walk along the path where lava flowed during the Leitahraun eruption, which occurred approximately 5200 years ago. Our tour is approximately one hour whereas platforms and lights have been incorporated - making the experience of visiting the cave simply breathtaking.   The tour includes all necessary equipment. Choose your preferred departure time upon booking.  Please note that this tour does not include pick up and is for self driving passengers only.

Meeting points

The tunnel is very easily accessed about 30 minutes drive from Reykjavik. Head east on road no. 1 and drive for about 18 km. Turn right onto road no. 39 (Þorlákshöfn) and drive for another 12 km. You will see our service building and parking lot on the left (if coming from Reykjavik).

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

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    Explore the magnificent lava tunnel Raufarhólshellir, one of the longest and best-known lava tubes in Iceland. Discover the inner workings of a volcanic eruption and walk along the path where lava flowed underground during the Leitahraun eruption over 5000 years ago. Our tour is approximately one hour whereas platforms and lights have been incorporated - making the experience of visiting the cave simply breathtaking. The tour difficulty is rated as easy, although guests need to walk over uneven surfaces and up and down stairs. Helmets and headlamps are provided and the guests go in a group with an English speaking guide who provides information about the unique geological features inside the Tunnel.

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommend for children under the age of 3
  • Not recommended for people with back, knee or other health issues
  • Sturdy shoes are important and it is recommend that you bring rain coat / jacket.
  • Bathrooms are available on location.

Free Cancellation

February 07100% refund
February 08No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

4.8

1881 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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    212
  • 3 stars
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  • 2 stars
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  • 1 star
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