Inside the Volcano: Small Group Thrihnukagigur Hike and Tour from Reykjavik

5 to 6 Hours

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Overview

Make an adventurous descent inside the remains of Iceland's dormant Thrihnukagigur volcano during this 5-hour, small-group excursion from Reykjavik. Traverse the surreal landscapes of Iceland's countryside on your way to the Blue Mountains, hiking through the area's craggy lava fields. Then follow your guide inside the geological site's immense subterranean interior, its walls still scalded from an eruption that took place 4,000 years ago. This small-group excursion, limited to 18 guests, also includes all necessary safety equipment and round-trip hotel transportation.

5-hour Thrihnukagigur volcano tour from Reyjavik, led by a professional expert guide
Travel to the Blue Mountains to descend into the dormant volcano
Ride an open elevator down inside Thrihnukagigur's magma chamber
Walk around the subterranean arena and ogle its scalded walls and dome
Learn about the volcano's last eruption, 4,000 years ago
Walk through scenic lava fields to and from the volcanic crater
Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour limited to 18 people

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What To Expect

Add a dose of adventure to your Iceland visit during this small-group exploration inside the now-extinct Thrihnukagigur volcano. Outdoor lovers: enjoy this thrilling chance to climb inside a cavern formed thousands of years ago by the powerful forces of mother nature.Begin with pickup from your hotel in Reykjavik. Then take off for a drive to Iceland's Blue Mountains for your volcano experience, listening to an introduction on how this unique volcanic site was first formed 4,000 years ago from your guide. As it turns out, the unique eruption allowed the formation of its magnificent magmatic chamber.After 30 minutes of driving you'll arrive at Thrihnukagigur, taking note of the safety briefing from your guide. Then head out into the craggy formations of the volcano's surrounding lava field. Your walk is of moderate difficulty due to the uneven ground and sharp rocky surface, so please be sure to be in good shape and to bring along good hiking shoes. Continue your hike through the field for 2 miles (3km), taking time to admire its volcanic cones and steaming gas fissures, before arriving at the rim of the crater. Listen to another short safety lesson while donning your helmet and harness, then join a group of three or four other guests on the open cable elevator that will lower you into the site. Enjoy the incredible views as you descend, observing the crater's walls formed many thousands of years ago. Soon you'll reach the base of this dormant volcano and continue on an exploration of the cavernous interior with your guide. Check out the towering rock dome above, the surface scattered with an array of colors caused by the magma that once touched its surface. You'll also hear a variety of stories from your guide about the last eruption, imagining this incredible site as it once was, bubbling with liquid magma. After spending around 30 minutes in the crater, return back to your vehicle, which will drop you at your Reykjavik hotel.

Inside the Volcano: Small Group Thrihnukagigur Hike and Tour from Reykjavik

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Departure & Return

What To Expect

Hotel Pickup

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