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Volcano & Glacier — PRIVATE TOUR

Operated by Volcano Heli - Iceland Helicopter Tours
2 hoursIceland
Volcano & Glacier — PRIVATE TOUR
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About this experience

The Experience This is Iceland in its most iconic form, a landscape written in extremes. It is a journey into the pulse of the Earth, tracing a story of geological collision where fire forged the terrain and glaciers carved it into beauty. Flying over raw lava fields one moment and ancient ice caps the next, you witness the incredible balance of forces that continue to shape this island every single day. The Details This tour covers the most significant recent eruption sites on the Reykjanes Peninsula , specifically the Fagradalsfjall and Sundhnúkur areas. While volcanic activity is unpredictable and sightings of flowing lava or active eruptions cannot be guaranteed, seeing these fresh geological formations from above is extraordinary. The route then pivots past the steaming Hengill volcanic system and the tectonic rifts of Þingvellir toward the Þórisjökull glacier for a remote landing, returning via the deep canyons of Hvalfjörður and Glymur Waterfall . At A Glance Flight over the Reykjanes recent eruption sites. Remote landing at a scenic location if weather permits. Views of Þingvellir, Skjaldbreiður volcano, Glymur Waterfall, and Þórisjökull glacier.

Itinerary

  1. Eruption Sites on Reykjanes Peninsula · Fagradalsfjall, Iceland, 241
  2. Continental Divide · Thingvellir National Park, Selfoss, Iceland, 806 Selfoss
  3. Þórisjökull Glacier · Þórisjökull, Iceland
  4. Glymur Waterfall · Glymur Waterfall, Iceland, 301

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Please note

- Icelandic weather is famously unpredictable and can change quickly. Safety is our absolute priority, and all flight decisions are made with this in mind. Alternative Routes: If conditions prevent us from taking the planned path, we will offer an alternative route. Flexibility: We are often able to postpone the flight by a few hours until the weather passes or reschedule to a different date, subject to availability. Cancellations: If we must cancel due to weather and rescheduling is not an option, we will issue a 100% refund. - We are based at Reykjavík Domestic Airport (not Keflavík International), a 10–15 minute drive from downtown. You can find us on Google Maps under “ Volcano Heli – Iceland .”

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Cancellation policy