From Reykjavik: Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel Guided Tour with Transfers
From Reykjavik: Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel Guided Tour with Transfers
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
3 hours (approx.)
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Travel by bus from Reykjavík to Raufarhólshellir, where you can explore one of Iceland's largest lava tunnels a guided walk.
Walk in the exact path of lava from the Leitahraun eruption around 5,200 years ago, seeing firsthand how molten rock carved this underground passage.
Explore up to 350 meters inside the tunnel, equipped with a helmet and flashlight, as your guide explains Iceland’s volcanic geology and the forces that shaped the landscape.
You'll be surrounded by towering cave walls with shifting natural colors, echoes in the tunnel, and constant temperatures around 4°C year-round.
Fun fact: Raufarhólshellir is often called The Lava Tunnel and even got featured in the Hollywood movie Noah, thanks to its scale, colors, and natural light columns.
Bus fare to Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel
Free Wi-Fi on board
1-hour guided cave tour in English
Flashlight
Protective helmet
Other necessary safety equipment
Meals
Hotel transfers
Crystals inside Raufarhólshellir Lava Cave, Iceland, illuminated with colorful lights.
What to bring
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Wear layers to stay warm, as the lava tunnel maintains cool temperatures year-round.
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Choose sturdy, closed-toe shoes suitable for uneven surfaces and walking.
What’s not allowed
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The tour is not suitable for children under 3 years.
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Avoid touching cave formations or entering restricted areas for safety reasons.
Accessibility
- The walk inside the cave is not that difficult, but the path is uneven and not wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
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The full tour lasts approximately 3 hours, including travel time.
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Free Wi-Fi is available on the bus for the duration of your journey.
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The cave is open year-round, in all seasons.
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No previous caving experience is required.
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Look out for the collapsed section near the tunnel entrance, where natural openings create beautiful columns of light, illuminating the tunnel’s colorful layers.
Guests walking on a metal bridge inside Raufarhólshellir Lava Cave, Iceland.
Guest exploring volcanic crystals in Raufarhólshellir Lava Cave, Iceland.
Crystals inside Raufarhólshellir Lava Cave, Iceland, illuminated with colorful lights.
Guests walking on a metal bridge inside Raufarhólshellir Lava Cave, Iceland.
Guest exploring volcanic crystals in Raufarhólshellir Lava Cave, Iceland.
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