Epic Volcano Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall-Private Tour, No Group
Overview
Experience the grandeur of Fagradalsfjall Volcano with this private tour. This isn't a small group tour but a personal, unique adventure designed for you and your family to the 2021 eruption. (Not the active volcano).
This adventure has earned us a 5-Star rating and a place among Europe's Top 10 adrenaline experiences.
Accompanied by a local guide, you'll traverse the breathtaking Reykjanes Peninsula, delve into captivating sagas of Icelandic culture, and discover local lore.
Choose your convenience - opt for pickup from your accommodation or self-drive to our designated meeting point.
Visiting with a local guide is the best way to ensure an informative and safe volcano experience. Be prepared to witness the remnants of the 2021 Fagradalsfjall eruption - warmth that still clings to the earth, billowing smoke, and visible fumaroles around the crater.
Enjoy the thrill of a lifetime with our Private Guided tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with 2Go Iceland.
This adventure has earned us a 5-Star rating and a place among Europe's Top 10 adrenaline experiences.
Accompanied by a local guide, you'll traverse the breathtaking Reykjanes Peninsula, delve into captivating sagas of Icelandic culture, and discover local lore.
Choose your convenience - opt for pickup from your accommodation or self-drive to our designated meeting point.
Visiting with a local guide is the best way to ensure an informative and safe volcano experience. Be prepared to witness the remnants of the 2021 Fagradalsfjall eruption - warmth that still clings to the earth, billowing smoke, and visible fumaroles around the crater.
Enjoy the thrill of a lifetime with our Private Guided tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with 2Go Iceland.
Inclusions
- Transfer to/from Reykjavik if selected
- Private-accredited local guide
- Crampons during winter months
- Free Hiking Poles
- Gas Mask if needed with an active eruption
- Portable gas detector for our guides with an active eruption
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Reykjanes, Reykjanes, Reykjanes Peninsula
Venturing on the journey to the Fagradalsfjall Volcano involves a mesmerizing drive through the heart of the Reykjanes Peninsula, recognized as a UNESCO Global Geopark. This awe-inspiring region, renowned for its otherworldly charm, has been likened to lunar landscapes or even the terrain of Mars due to its captivating lava fields that uniquely shape the horizon.
Undertaking this stunning peninsula, you'll witness a vista blanketed in semi-fluid rock formations and dominated by imposing volcanic ridges, lending a genuinely extraterrestrial feel to your adventure. It's a setting that underscores the beauty and power of Iceland's geologic heart, adding a new dimension to your trip to Fagradalsfjall Volcano.
Stop At: Fagradalsfjall Volcano, Suðurstrandarvegur, 240 Grindavík, Iceland
The Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike - our streamlined tour crafted with the 2021 pathway. This tour is a crowd-pleaser, favored by all, from spry seniors with average fitness to adventurous families looking to immerse their children in nature's grandeur.
Depending on your pace, this excursion can last 3 to 4 hours, and experienced hikers may find it even quicker. Each way, the hike usually ranges between 30-45 minutes, depending on individual speed and endurance, and traverses an elevation of about 300 meters (approximately 984 ft), and 8 km (around 4.9 miles).
We equip you with walking poles for stability and crampons for winter conditions.
⚠️ Your safety and enjoyment are important to us, so please be aware that our guide may modify the tour and path to accommodate best the weather, your pace, and your stamina.
We might weave a detour through the lava fields for an off-the-beaten-path experience, time and conditions permitting.
Duration: 4 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Reykjanes, Reykjanes, Reykjanes Peninsula
Venturing on the journey to the Fagradalsfjall Volcano involves a mesmerizing drive through the heart of the Reykjanes Peninsula, recognized as a UNESCO Global Geopark. This awe-inspiring region, renowned for its otherworldly charm, has been likened to lunar landscapes or even the terrain of Mars due to its captivating lava fields that uniquely shape the horizon.
Undertaking this stunning peninsula, you'll witness a vista blanketed in semi-fluid rock formations and dominated by imposing volcanic ridges, lending a genuinely extraterrestrial feel to your adventure. It's a setting that underscores the beauty and power of Iceland's geologic heart, adding a new dimension to your trip to Fagradalsfjall Volcano.
Stop At: Fagradalsfjall Volcano, Suðurstrandarvegur, 240 Grindavík, Iceland
The Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike - our streamlined tour crafted with the 2021 pathway. This tour is a crowd-pleaser, favored by all, from spry seniors with average fitness to adventurous families looking to immerse their children in nature's grandeur.
Depending on your pace, this excursion can last 3 to 4 hours, and experienced hikers may find it even quicker. Each way, the hike usually ranges between 30-45 minutes, depending on individual speed and endurance, and traverses an elevation of about 300 meters (approximately 984 ft), and 8 km (around 4.9 miles).
We equip you with walking poles for stability and crampons for winter conditions.
⚠️ Your safety and enjoyment are important to us, so please be aware that our guide may modify the tour and path to accommodate best the weather, your pace, and your stamina.
We might weave a detour through the lava fields for an off-the-beaten-path experience, time and conditions permitting.
Duration: 4 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- The duration of our tour and the trek to Fagradalsfjall's volcano may fluctuate based on daily weather conditions and your personal pace. This flexibility could result in a lengthier or shorter tour experience.
- Please note, our tour operates in harmony with the weather, adjusting its schedule as needed to guarantee the most enriching and enjoyable experience possible.
- Please be advised that the Fagradalsfjall Volcano is not currently active. The presence of glowing lava is dependent on volcanic activity and should not be expected during the time of your private tour. Despite this, the volcano's grandeur and the surrounding landscape provide a unique and breathtaking experience.
- If an eruption occurs on the same area booked during your visit to Iceland, we extend an invitation for a complimentary repeat of the tour. In such a case, we may arrange a spontaneous departure, potentially including a few other enthusiasts.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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July 2023
Definitely our most anticipated tour in Iceland. Our initial planning interactions were fantastic, with Carlos being really helpful in adding an additional member to our tour. On the day we arrived, our guide greeted us with a box of wafer cookies before we headed out. We met him at the design...
Definitely our most anticipated tour in Iceland. Our initial planning interactions were fantastic, with Carlos being really helpful in adding an additional member to our tour. On the day we arrived, our guide greeted us with a box of wafer cookies before we headed out. We met him at the designated meeting point then drove separately to the parking lot per his request. Once we arrived, we asked him repeatedly about the best way to see live lava from the recent eruption. He explained that the trail that’s closer was heavily traveled and monitored, and has been closed often once you’re the eruption site. We confirmed several times before starting out on the shorter trail. During our hike he was very patient and seemed knowledgeable, answering all of our questions. And at about 1.5 hours in, we stopped to get closer to the lava field - at which point he feet up a drone. He explained the legal distance restrictions and that we probably won’t get close enough to see live lava with it, but he’ll try. Up to this point, it was still exciting despite the fact that we couldn’t see anything beyond distant smoke from the recent eruption site. Later that night we realized that we didn’t even finished the trail - maybe hiked about 2/3 of it. What was really disappointing is finding out that we would’ve seen the new eruption site had we continued farther. We went back two days later to re-hike the trail in its entirety, and saw the most incredible, once in a lifetime site - yes, red, bubbling lava. A few days later we received an email prompting for a review, so I decided to reach out to them to see where the misunderstanding occurred - especially since we repeatedly asked about the recent eruption. The owner became extremely defensive, saying we booked the tour to the Fagradalsfjall, the 2021 eruption site and the recent eruption is different tour/location - about 11 hour hike at $189 per person. We explained that we understand now, with his explanation, but that was not communicated when we were on site. Had they explained initially, it would’ve saved us a day and a second trip to re-hike the trail. Furthermore, I suggested they clarify for the non-native tourists who are not familiar with the names of the different eruption sites. At the same time he asked “what he can do” for us, the tone made us uncomfortable enough for us to end the discussion. It was a real shame this became a negative experience for us. We really think it could’ve been avoided had there been more transparency in communications upfront, at the beginning of the tour. If it been accurately explained instead of the vaguely misleading us to believe we couldn’t hike to the site, we would’ve given the tour a 5. It was still interesting enough being our first time hiking to any eruption site. So unfortunate they felt they couldn’t tell us outright that our desired tour was a different one. I really wished we had the 5-star experience many have had. Despite the negative interactions, we still gave them the benefit of the doubt with 3 stars. So triple check to make sure the site is the one you want. Maybe do a little research so you get your desired customized tour and not end up re-hiking as we had.Sandra_S
July 2023
We did this tour with 2 families, children ranging from 8-14. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience! Our tour guide Sigrun was extremely knowledgeable and filled the entire 3.5 hour tour with interesting facts, personal stories, and Icelandic history. Highly recommend this!
We did this tour with 2 families, children ranging from 8-14. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience! Our tour guide Sigrun was extremely knowledgeable and filled the entire 3.5 hour tour with interesting facts, personal stories, and Icelandic history. Highly recommend this!Aurelie1796
June 2023
Having a private guide allowed us to walk on the volcano which we would have never done on our own. Gudni was very friendly and knowledgeable so he gave us interesting facts about the volcano, the region and other places to visit in Iceland.
Having a private guide allowed us to walk on the volcano which we would have never done on our own. Gudni was very friendly and knowledgeable so he gave us interesting facts about the volcano, the region and other places to visit in Iceland.Joanne_S
March 2022
Gudni guided us up to the smoking craters and educated us en route! Fabulous experience. Thank you so much.
Gudni guided us up to the smoking craters and educated us en route! Fabulous experience. Thank you so much.TeresaNap823
June 2022
My friend and I hiked for 3 hours with our tour guide, Ragga. She was absolutely wonderful! We got to see and learn so much about the volcano eruption last year. It was such a wonderful tour. Arlie was also super helpful. He recommended having our blue lagoon day after the hike instead of o...
My friend and I hiked for 3 hours with our tour guide, Ragga. She was absolutely wonderful! We got to see and learn so much about the volcano eruption last year. It was such a wonderful tour. Arlie was also super helpful. He recommended having our blue lagoon day after the hike instead of on another day which turned out to be a great idea! It freed up a day for us and was the perfect ending to a beautiful hike! I highly recommend this tour company and Ragga as a tour guide!!D7501SYdavid
June 2022
The guide was friendly and knowledgeable , taking into account fitness levels and then adjusting to extend the route to see more interesting things when we were OK. Would highly recommend to anyone
The guide was friendly and knowledgeable , taking into account fitness levels and then adjusting to extend the route to see more interesting things when we were OK. Would highly recommend to anyone