
Volcanoes in Iceland
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Are you ready to become a "VOLCANO TROLL" 🧌 ?
Join us on this exciting trip to Iceland's newest erupting volcano! On this amazing day, we will explore the majestic Sundhnúkar volcano and its surroundings!
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Are you ready to become a "VOLCANO TROLL" 🧌 ? Join us on this exciting trip to the newest volcano in Iceland! On this amazing day we will explore our beloved Sundhnukar Active Volcano and the hidden gems of the Reykjanes Peninsula. Prices depend on group size. Select the correct group size and number of participants or "Trolls" 🧌 during the booking process to see the final price for your request:
1 to 4 people 190.000 isk. 5 to 8 people 250.000isk. 9 to 18 people 310.000 isk.
Top 5 Winter Tours & Activities
Are you ready to turn into an adventurous "Ice-cave Explorer Troll" 🧌 ? Come join our Tröll Expeditions team on an extraordinary journey to the majestic Katla Ice Cave. This unique experience is perfect for those who are seeking an off-the-beaten-path adventure away from the crowds and looking forward to being lost in the wild, breathtaking landscapes of Icelandic nature. Our experienced glacier guides will lead you through the mysterious wilderness in a Super-jeep from Vik, sharing fascinating tales about the area, interesting facts related to the Katla volcano, and geological insights along the way. Safety is always our priority: our guides will provide you with helmets, headlamps, and crampons to ensure a smooth journey. Witness the awe-inspiring combination of fire and ice as you explore the volcanic glacier outlets of Mýrdalsjökull glacier, a remote location inaccessible to most. With panoramic views, stunning ice formations and tunnels, and the chance to see real Game of Thrones Dragon-Glass, this tour is one of Iceland's best-kept secrets.
Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience at the foot of the powerful Katla Volcano. Book your once-in-a-lifetime adventure: book the Katla Volcano Ice Cave Tour today!
Join an adventure tour to experience the majestic features of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, in the Skaftafell area. The highlight of this tour is the chance to enter a naturally formed blue ice cave, offering a stunning view of crystalized ice. During the guided glacier walk on Falljökull, you will also explore other breathtaking ice formations, including deep crevasses (cracks in the ice) and vertical shafts known as moulins. This expedition allows you to witness the dramatic, carved landscapes of the glacier and learn about its continuous change.
This adventure offers a direct encounter with one of Iceland's most spectacular natural phenomena: a glacier and its crystal blue ice cave. The tour takes place on Falljökull, an accessible outlet glacier of Vatnajökull National Park in Southeast Iceland.
The tour begins at our comfortable meeting point in Hof, located very close to the glacier. Our indoor facility is cozy and offers free parking, which allows you to avoid the parking fees charged at the Skaftafell Visitor Centre. Please arrive 20 minutes before departure to meet your highly qualified English glacier guide. All essential safety gear is provided, including a helmet, crampons, harness, and ice axe.
After gearing up, you will walk for approximately 20 minutes toward the glacier's edge. Along the way, your guide will point out the visible effects of the receding ice, such as marks on the bedrock and a meltwater lagoon. Once at the ice, your guide will provide a full safety briefing and instruct you on how to walk safely with your equipment.
You will spend about 3 hours hiking on the glacier, exploring the uniquely carved landscapes of the Falljökull outlet. Your guide will lead you to the most magnificent parts of the ice, including fascinating geological formations like deep crevasses and moulins. The most memorable part of the tour is the opportunity to walk inside the naturally formed blue ice cave, giving you an up-close look at the dazzling blue ice. Throughout the excursion, you will learn about the formation and geology of glaciers and their constant change.After returning to the meeting point, enjoy a complimentary hot drink (coffee/hot chocolate) and a candy bar.
This three-day guided tour focuses on exploring Iceland’s key geological and historical sites, offering a comprehensive winter experience of the Golden Circle and South Coast. The tour operates from Reykjavík and includes two nights' accommodation.
The tour features Iceland's most significant natural and historical landmarks. You will visit Þingvellir National Park, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates visibly pull apart. You will witness the geothermal activity at the Geysir Area, watching the active Strokkur geyser erupt up to 35 meters every five minutes, and see the powerful cascade of Gullfoss Waterfall. The South Coast route includes walks behind Seljalandsfoss and along the 60-meter-high Skógafoss Waterfall, exploration of the basalt columns at Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, and a journey to the glacier-fed Jökulsárlón Lagoon and Diamond Beach. The tour includes a supervised glacier hike with essential safety equipment and an opportunity to visit a natural Ice Cave (October–March). At night, your guide will actively monitor the forecast to maximize your chances of seeing the Northern Lights (September–March) from the remote hotel locations.
This fully guided, 6-day minibus tour offers a pragmatic and comprehensive exploration of Iceland, covering all major regions—the Golden Circle, South Coast, East Fjords, and North Iceland—in a single trip. The journey starts and ends in Reykjavík, providing a structured way to experience the country's diverse geology and history without the stress of independent planning
The journey is packed with guaranteed geological and historical sightings: Þingvellir National Park (tectonic rift and historic parliament), the erupting Strokkur geyser, and the colossal Gullfoss Waterfall. Along the South Coast, you will visit the waterfalls Seljalandsfoss (walk-behind) and Skógafoss, and the dramatic Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. The tour includes three key guided activities: a hands-on Glacier Hike on Sólheimajökull (with all safety gear), an exciting Whale Watching boat tour from Hauganes, and a visit to a natural Ice Cave (either Vatnajökull or Katla, depending on conditions). Further north, you explore the geothermal area of Námaskarð, the unique lava pillars of Dimmuborgir near Lake Mývatn, and the powerful Dettifoss and beautiful Goðafoss waterfalls. Throughout the trip, your guide will actively hunt for the Northern Lights (September–March).
This 8-day guided tour is the perfect way to discover Iceland’s incredible variety of natural wonders. The comprehensive journey takes you from the capital of Reykjavík all the way to the ‘Capital of the North,’ Akureyri, and beyond. Your adventure begins on the famous Golden Circle, where you'll visit the stunning Gullfoss waterfall, the erupting Geysir geothermal area, and the historic Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Continuing your travels, you'll head along the much-talked-about South Coast, where you can explore the unique black sand beach of Reynisfjara and the breathtaking Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. After exploring the scenic East Fjords, the tour moves to the north, where you’ll be captivated by the otherworldly landscapes around Lake Mývatn, including the mysterious lava pillars of Dimmuborgir.
The final leg of your journey takes you to West Iceland and the dramatic Snæfellsnes Peninsula, often called "Iceland in Miniature," where you’ll find iconic locations like Kirkjufell mountain. Throughout the trip, the dark nights are a perfect opportunity to search for the breathtaking Northern Lights. You can also book optional activities like Horseback Riding to make your experience even more special and adventurous.
Volcanoes in Iceland
Iceland is a land of volcanoes, and for good reason. With over 100 active volcanoes, this island nation is a geological wonderland. The landscapes here are steep and rugged, with snow-capped peaks soaring above the ocean. If you're planning a trip to Iceland, make sure you check out the volcanoes while you're there!
First of all, it should be mentioned that Iceland has way more geothermal activity than any other country on earth. There are nearly 1,500 hot springs on the island, which means that a lot of heat gets trapped beneath the ground. This is why Iceland has so many volcanoes - the heat underneath the ground has a way of pushing itself to the surface, which is why there are so many volcanoes here! Some of these volcanoes have erupted multiple times in the past, and they're ready to do it again!
In Iceland, there is an incredible diversity in the types of volcanic eruptions. Here there will be eruptions under a glacier, in the sea, mud eruptions, fluvial eruptions and explosive eruptions of all shapes and sizes. It also happens that soda changes e.g. from igneous eruption or explosive eruption to lava eruption. It happened, for example, in the Surtseyjar eruption, to begin with it was a powerful igneous eruption in the sea, but when an island had formed, lava began to flow - to the great satisfaction of scientists and others because it strengthened the island a lot against the invasion of the sea.
Our newest volcano started on 3. August 2022 and is in Merardalir, near the one that erupted in 2021 (Fagradalsfjall). It took several eruptions over a period of days to reach eruption phase.
In 2021 when there was an active volcano in Fagradalsfjall, it was active for six months.
Traveling to Iceland is an once-in-a-lifetime adventure that everyone should enjoy at least once in their life. With so much to see and do, it can be difficult to fit everything into a single trip. One of the best ways to explore this beautiful island is by booking a tour. These organized excursions provide the opportunity to visit some of the top attractions in the country while eliminating the guesswork that comes with planning your own tour. In addition to saving time, these tours are also very affordable. There are a variety of tours to choose from, so you're sure to find one that's right for your needs and budget.
If you're interested in volcanoes, you should definitely head to Iceland! Troll offers Volcano tours from the Reykjavik area to the newest active volcano in Iceland, where you will be able to see boiling magma coming out from the earth! This trip is the best way to see the amazing Icelandic landscape, and also, being on an active volcano is something most people will never experience in their lifetime!
Frequently Asked Questions
There are many volcanoes in Iceland, however at the moment there are no active volcanoes where you could see magma coming out of the volcano. Stay updated on the news
It is definitely safe to visit most of the volcanoes in Iceland, but keep track of the news for any changes.
It is not hard to get close to the volcano, however it is recommended to have good hiking shoes and be used to different types of terrain. Always bring water and some snacks with you.
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