Reykjavik: 45-Minute Volcano Sightseeing Helicopter Tour
ID: GYG657273-1086564
Category:
Country: Iceland
Duration:
45 min.
Description
Take off from Reykjavik Airport and head on over to the Reykjanes Peninsula. Enjoy a birds eye view of the most recent eruption sites in Iceland, and if you are lucky, there will be flowing lava.
Start the tour by meeting up with you friendly airport staff and pilot at Reykjavik Domestic Airport, located only five minutes from the city center. Listen as the pilot briefs you shortly on the route before taking you onto the tarmac to begin your thrilling adventure ride.
Soar into the air and enjoy the views of the capital area of Reykjavik as your pilots heads to the Reykjanes Peninsula. See old lava fields that date back hundreds of years before you get to the most recent eruption site.
Fly over the most recent eruption site in Iceland and listen to the story of the area. Travel from the massive craters that formed in the Fagradalsfjall/Geldingadalir eruptions in 2021 to 2022 to the most recent eruption site, Sundhnúkahraun, from March 2024.
Circle over the lava fields and enjoying the the views from the the comfort of your helicopter, the pilot will head back to the capital, and if you know were to look, you might be able to see the president's home, Bessastaðir.
Highlights
- Enjoy a scenic volcano-spotting flight with great views for all passengers
- See the most recent eruption site in Iceland, Sundhnúkahraun from March 2024
- Relax on board with friendly pilots that will guide you through the experience
- Get the best view of the beautiful lava field and, hopefully, some flowing lava
- Learn about the volcanic history of the area and spot various volcanic craters
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All our flights are weather dependent and we have to abide by the rules and regulations set in place by the Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management
If we have to cancel your flight due to weather or other factors out of our control, we will try to reschedule your flight or give you a full refund
Keep in mind as you admire the beauty that eruptions are a natural occurrence that may or may not be active during your visit, so there is no guarantee there will be visible lava during your flight
Our meeting point is at Reykjavik FBO - the building is marked with their sign on the building. The building is located right next to Berjaya hotel.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
