From Reykjavík: The Lava Tunnel tour with Round-trip Transfer
Overview
Raufarhólshellir offers a rare chance to walk through a 5,200-year-old lava tunnel, showcasing stunning rock formations, seasonal ice sculptures, and award-winning lighting. Its accessibility and guided pathways make it a safe yet immersive way to experience Iceland’s volcanic history, just 30 minutes from Reykjavík.
What's Included
- Small group guarantee
- Reykjavik pick up & return
- All necessary caving gear
- Free wi-fi on board
- Certified guide
- Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Please note that we only serve the pick-up locations specified in our pick-up list below. Due to traffic restrictions, we are not allowed to pick up from hotels in the city center nor from private Air BnBs. If your pick-up location is not on our pick-up list then we kindly ask you to find the closest pick-up point to your accommodation from our list:22 Hill Hótel – Brautarholt 22-24. Arctic Comfort Hótel – Síðumúli 19. BSÍ Bus Terminal – Vatnsmýrarvegi 10. Bus Hostel Reykjavík – Skógarhlíð 10. Bus pick up/drop off nr.1 – City Hall, Vonarstræti Bus pick up/drop off nr.4 – Miðbakki Bus pick up/drop off nr.6 – Safnahúsið (The Culture House) Bus pick up/drop off nr.8 – Hallgrímskirkja Church Bus pick up/drop off nr.9 – Snorrabraut Bus pick up/drop off nr.12 – Höfðatorg Bus pick up/drop off nr.15 – Vesturbugt Cabin Hótel – Borgartún 32. Eyja Guldsmen Hotel – Brautarholt 10. Grand Hótel Reykjavík – Sigtún 38. Grayline – Main bus terminal - Klettagarðar 4. Hilton Reykjavík Nordica – Suðurlandsbraut 2. Hótel Ísland – Ármúla 9. Hotel Ørkin – Brautarholti 29. Icelandair Hotel Reykjavík Natura – við Hlíðarfót, Nauthólsvegur 52. Klettur Hótel – Mjölnisholt 12-14. N1 Gas Station – Ártúnshöfði Radisson Blu Hótel Saga – við Hagatorg. Reykjavík City Hostel – Sundlaugavegur 34. Reykjavík Lights Hotel – Suðurlandsbraut 12. Skarfabakki – Cruise Ship, Reykjavik Harbor, 105 Reykjavik
What To Expect
Discover Raufarhólshellir, one of Iceland’s longest lava tunnels, on a guided tour with transport from Reykjavík. Formed by the Leitahraun eruption over 5,200 years ago near the Bláfjöll mountains, this natural wonder offers a glimpse into the power of volcanic activity.
A 30-minute drive from Reykjavík takes you to the cave, where a one-hour tour leads you through stunning rock formations, award-winning lighting displays, and seasonal ice sculptures. With footbridges and paths ensuring accessibility, you’ll explore this geological marvel with ease. Helmets and headlamps are provided for a safe and unforgettable adventure just outside the capital.
Additional Info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age: 6 years old
- Remember to bring: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, head-wear, gloves and hiking shoes.
- Caving equipment will be provided, however you are advised to wear good hiking shoes and gloves.
- This is a small group tour ensuring a more personalized experience.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Small group guarantee.
- Reykjavik pick up & return.
- All necessary caving gear.
- Free wi-fi on board.
- Certified guide.
- Food and drinks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the From Reykjavík: The Lava Tunnel tour with Round-trip Transfer is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Reykjavík: The Lava Tunnel tour with Round-trip Transfer will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Small group guarantee
- Reykjavik pick up & return
- All necessary caving gear
- Free wi-fi on board
- Certified guide
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age: 6 years old
- Remember to bring: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, head-wear, gloves and hiking shoes.
- Caving equipment will be provided, however you are advised to wear good hiking shoes and gloves.
- This is a small group tour ensuring a more personalized experience.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
