The Volcano Tour

Hike to Iceland’s newest active volcano. Get a personalized professional photo package of your adventure.

SEASON

July

(Length of the eruption is
unknown)

PICKUP

From Reykjavík

DURATION

11-12 Hours

STARTING TIME

8:00 am

SEMI-PRIVATE

80,000 ISK per adult

($600 / €545 / £465)

50,000 ISK per child (8-16)

($360 / €335 / £285)

*2 spot minimum booking

DIFFICULTY

Moderate

This tour involves 20 total kilometers (12 miles) of hiking on mostly flat, uneven terrain)

SEASON

July

(Length of the eruption is unknown)

PICKUP

From Reykjavík

DURATION

11-12 Hours

STARTING TIME

8:00 am

SEMI-PRIVATE

80,000 ISK per adult

($600 / €545 / £465)

50,000 ISK per child (8-16)

($360 / €335 / £285)

*2 spot minimum booking

DIFFICULTY

Moderate

This tour involves 20 total kilometers (12 miles) of hiking on mostly flat, uneven terrain)

TOUR DESCRIPTION

This tour takes us to the greatest show on planet earth right now, Iceland’s newly active volcanic eruption site, Litli Hrútur. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Reykjavík and teach you about the eruptions short yet, extensive history as you make the drive towards the Reykjanes Peninsula. The hike to the volcano is always changing so the length and difficulty of the hike is yet to be determined. Pending safety updates, you will likely be able to spend 2-3 hours experiencing the warmth of the rivers of magma and breathtaking viewpoints of the powerful lava fountains.

Throughout this tour, your guide will also be your photographer. Meaning that they will take photos of you during all of these experiences. After the tour is over, we will edit and send them to you for you to keep as a memory of your epic adventure!

At the end of your tour, you will receive an edited photo package, ensuring your memories of this unforgettable day will last a lifetime.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Hike to the New Eruption Site

It is extremely important to understand that the length to the eruption site is 9 kilometers each way (5.6 miles). The majority of this trail is on a recently bulldozed path which is relatively easy to walk on compared to last year’s volcanic eruption. However, the last 25% of the hike includes walking over uneven lava fields. While this path is being stomped down as more people visit, you can expect that this type of hiking will be rated as moderate to those with average fitness. We have hiked this trail and can confirm that someone of good physical fitness can do it in about 2 hours while someone of average fitness level can do it in 2.5-3 hours each way. If you or anyone in your group does not feel like you have the physical capability to walk at least 20 kilometers (12 miles) in a day, then you should not book this tour. Refunds will not be given to those who are unable to complete the hike and it’s highly recommended that if you are unsure if you can finish this tour, to book a private tour with us, so you can go at a slower pace.

What to Bring

It is also just as important for you to come prepared for the weather. This means having proper layers for any sort of weather. This includes rain pants, a rain jacket, a warm hat, gloves, hiking boots and enough layers to keep you warm if it were to start to rain. We do offer rain gear and hiking poles as extras that you can rent for either of these tours if you do not have them yourself. Also make sure that you bring plenty of water since there will be no sources of it for the entire trip to and from the volcano (so 8 hours roughly). We suggest, at a minimum, 2 liters. In regards to gas masks, these will come with your tour booking so there is no need to worry about that.

Tour Length

The length of both tour types will be 11-12 hours. This gives plenty of buffer time for slower groups/people. From Reykjavik to the actual volcanic site, you can expect a 1 hour drive followed by a 3 hour hike. Once at the eruption site, we will spend 2-3 hours (depending on group comfort) experiencing the warm lava and getting fantastic photos of you. Then after, you can expect another 4 hours back until you are finally dropped off in Reykjavik at your accommodation.

JULY TOURS

AFTER JULY

BOOK NOW, PAY LATER

If you want to make a booking after July, use this “Book Now, Pay Later” option for you to select in order to confirm your booking. Payment for the “Book Now, Pay Later” will be due one week before your tour departure. We will email you a payment link at that time.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

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Certified Driver Guide

and Professional Photographer
bus

Pickup and Return

from Reykjavík accommodation
group

Small Groups

10 Maximum
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3 Shot Photo Package included (Per Person)

These packages include personalized portrait, action, and landscape photographs from the volcanic eruption site.
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Photos will share with Google Dirve

All photos will be edited and sent to you within 14 days via Google Drive.

WHAT TO BRING

water

Water Bottle (Recommended)

You will have many spots to fill it up with glacier water.

beanie

Proper Seasonal Clothing

Warm layers for freezing or wet conditions. Warm hat and gloves.

raincoat

Waterproof Jacket & Pants

Rentals are available under extras.

boots (1)

Hiking Boots

Water resistant is preferred. Rentals are available under extras.

trekking-pole

Hiking Poles (Recommended)

These are very useful if you don’t do a lot of hiking or need extra support.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

Select Extras at Checkout

Rentals:

Red or Yellow Rain Jacket

Great for photos
3,000 ISK

Rain Pants

2,000 ISK

Hiking Poles
Useful for Bruarfoss Hike 2,000 ISK
Hiking Boots
Useful for Bruarfoss Hike 3,000 ISK per pair

GOOD TO KNOW

– The eruption has not currently started yet. We will email all guests who join our waiting list when it does with updated tour information.

– The volcanic landscape can vary from day to day. The photos that you will receive may be completely different than photos you see on social media. This makes each experience unique!

– Pickup and Drop off are available from the greater Reykjavik Area

– The length of each day and order that you visit these attractions can vary depending on weather and road conditions.

– Photo packages may sometimes take more or less than 14 days to edit. This is just our average turnaround time.

– Our Cancellation Policy can be found here.

YOUR PHOTO PACKAGE

What Are Our Guests Saying?

Excellent
Based on 25 reviews
Laura Remick
Laura Remick
2023-07-12
There is no other company I would recommend than Ice Pic Journeys for an Iceland adventure! We traveled to Iceland with an idea in mind and two children (4 and 5 years old), and Ryan helped us create an itinerary that was perfect for our family! He helped us arrange an incredible dog sledding experience (on land) which was unforgettable. We embarked on the Golden Circle tour and then visited the Blue Lagoon. Our tour guide, Norris, was amazing! He was incredibly knowledgeable, fun, and showed us everything in Iceland along the way. The entire day trip was amazing, and we felt so immersed in the scenery, the sites, and all of the adventure. The entire day was exactly what we imagined! Ryan was also incredibly flexible with our schedule - we decided to change our second day of touring from hiking to site seeing (which seemed better for us with kids), and he helped create a new itinerary for the South Coast that was perfect. We loved curating the Black Sand Beach and the waterfalls. We had an opportunity to explore at each site on our own and with our amazing tour guide, Agnies, who was such a pleasure to be with and who really gave us some background on everything we visited. We can’t wait to return and use them again for new journeys in Iceland!!
Todd
Todd
2023-06-28
Ryan and Mike elevated our experience beyond expectation. Impeccable communication and attention to details. They really listened to what we wanted to do and adapted their guidance around that. We felt 100% safe and comfortable at all times during all of our adventures. They accommodated our children as if they were there own and left no stone unturned when it came to their safety. We came across many other tours and guides in a variety of environments and I can say, without question, Ice Pic Journeys is hands down the best. There was really not even a comparison to be made. If you are thinking you’ll take on Iceland on your own, you really should reconsider. If you are considering any other guide service, you definitely should reconsider. Give these guys a shot, you will not regret it.
Kevin Leon
Kevin Leon
2023-06-14
Mike was an amazing tour guide! He went above and beyond what I had expected. My experience above the glacier was a memorable one with great company! He’s a fun guide and very knowledgeable. The videos and picture I got out this experience were well worth it, he made sure I got the shots I wanted!
liesbeth snoek
liesbeth snoek
2023-05-15
Wij hebben de zipline en ice cave adventure gedaan en dat was geweldig. Onze gids Mike heeft ons erg veilig laten voelen. Ook namen ze echt de tijd om gave foto’s van je te maken. Het was gewoon zo gaaf en ik raad het iedereen aan. ICE pic tourneys geeft je de beste ervaring ooit die je kan krijgen in Iceland
Kan P.
Kan P.
2023-05-14
Amazing experience. We booked the 4 hour photographer tour and it was worth every cent! We were tight in time as we had another tour booked right after this one but Ryan was flexible enough to move up the departure schedule by half an hour to accommodate our schedule. Communication was great also, he made sure we understand what to expect with tighter timeline. The guide on the day Adam was also very nice. We started super early and were able to shoot inside the ice cave with no one around, we only encountered other groups when we finished our hike, just when were were about to reach our car to get back. Can’t imagine how full it would be in such a tight space to walk. Highly recommended.
Fabian Hupe
Fabian Hupe
2023-05-11
It was an amazing tour with our guide Adam. We have booked the ZIP-Line and Glacier Cave Tour. It was great to see how Adam setup the ZIP-Line and afterwards when we were able to use it on our own we had a blast of fun. Furthermore the pictures we received were awesome! I would recommend everyone to book a tour at these guys!
Fikki Sadykhov
Fikki Sadykhov
2023-05-05
These guys are god tier amazing. Mike is a Legend and this is the only company that allows you to go glacier ziplining (and it’s the only place on the planet that you can actually zip line on a glacier to begin with). Don’t overthink it, book with these guys!
Marc Baudry
Marc Baudry
2023-05-01
What an amazing experience with Ice Pic Journey. We had a VIP tour with Adam. He is a very nice guide who knows his work and many things about Iceland. He brought us to amazing ice caves, made wonderfull photos and was always smiling. We felt safe and well take care of. We recommand Ice Pic Journey a lot. Thank you Adam, thank you Ryan and the all crew.
yeni chen
yeni chen
2023-04-15
I recently went on a tour with Ice Pic Journeys and it was amazing! The planning process was easy, and the tour guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. The itinerary struck the perfect balance between sightseeing and free time, and we got to see some incredible places. I highly recommend Ice Pic Journeys for anyone looking for a fun, extreme and well-organized tour.
Jack Venberg
Jack Venberg
2023-04-13
My family of three recently embarked on a 6-hour glacier tour with Ice Pic Journeys, and it was nothing short of a spectacular experience. This tour agency not only specializes in guided tours but also in capturing breathtaking photographs throughout the journey. Ryan coordinated with us through email, and he was super communicative and accommodating throughout the whole experience. Our guide, Rich, was extremely knowledgeable, thoughtful, and talented in his photography skills. He made sure to focus on taking natural and candid photos, making us feel relaxed and at ease. Rich was attentive to our needs and made a point to take us to isolated and fascinating locations that enhanced our experience. The ice caves we visited were simply stunning, and Rich captured their beauty perfectly. He also took fantastic photos on the diamond black sand beach, creating memories we will cherish forever. For our nighttime Aurora photography session, we were joined by Mike, who was just as amazing. He was upbeat, friendly, and encouraging, which definitely helped keep our spirits high despite the cold weather. Mike worked tirelessly until 1 am to get the best shots, even though he had plans the following morning. Their dedication to their craft was evident, as they even offered to continue taking photos past that point if we wanted. At no point did it feel like they were cutting corners or giving anything less than their all. Our experience with Ice Pic Journeys was truly exceptional, and we cannot recommend them highly enough. If you're looking for an unforgettable adventure in Iceland and want to take home incredible photographs, don't hesitate to book a tour with Ice Pic Journeys.
Excellent
Based on 62 reviews
Amy S
Amy S
2023-07-10
Amazing, one of a kind tour Best part of our trip to Iceland. The ice cave was definitely one of the most beautiful and surreal places I have ever seen. Mike was very helpful with information about the area and tailoring the trip to our specific needs. The photo package was the clincher. Was traveling with friends I don't see often so the photos were the best souvenir we could ask for. They were great both for the quality and because it meant we could just enjoy the day without stopping to take photos ourselves. Can't say enough great things about it!
Jackie C
Jackie C
2023-06-21
Best day of our Trip! We found Ice Pic Journeys online after a lot of research - they were the company that offered the most unique tours and what sealed the deal was how quick they were to respond when I had questions. We chose the Zip Line Adventure - Adam, our guide was a blast. It was my boyfriend and I, as well as two other women who had booked that day. He was easy to chat with, and made us feel at ease, given what we were about to embark on. The initial hike up was outstanding. Adam made sure to give us plenty of fun facts and had us laughing the whole way up. Upon arrival to our first stop, Adam took the time to explain what we would be doing - zip lining over a Moulin. Once all setup, he got us safely strapped in, explained again what all we had to do and then off we went. It was beyond anything I could have imagined. Not once did I feel unsafe or uncertain. He made it fun and relaxing and we got professional shots to boot. It's such a great part of the package and he really made sure to get as many pictures as possible. We hiked back down, made one more stop into a crevasse, drank glacier water, climbed into an awesome cave-like area and then made our way to the truck. I can't recommend this company enough. Everyone was so polite, happy to answer questions, and made this experience one we'll never forget. Definitely book with these guys!
Serina D
Serina D
2023-06-14
Incredible company, wild adventures! Ice Pic Journeys was a fantastic experience! From the ease of booking, to the expertise of the guide, to the photos we received, everything was exceptional. Our guide Adam was super knowledgeable about Iceland and was kind, funny, and also worked with my boyfriend to plan an epic proposal! The zipline he set up also looked totally safe and secure, and of course he tested it himself before letting us go haha. And then the ice cave was beautiful. We ended up getting to drink fresh glacier water too! We ended up being the only 2 on the adventure and it truly felt like a personal experience. I can’t recommend this company enough. They made our time in Iceland unforgettable!
Simons H
Simons H
2023-05-16
Summer Glacier + Zipline Tour with Mike This was absolutely the coolest activity we did on our trip to Iceland. I cannot recommend it enough, it is a MUST if you are traveling to Iceland. Mike is incredible and gave us the best trip we could have ever asked for!!
liesbeth
liesbeth
2023-05-15
The best thing ever We took the zipline + ice cave adventure and we had the best experience ever.Mike really made us feel very save.I really liked that the group was small it was only six people Mike took the time to take very nice pictures of us and they are amazing I would really recommend this to everybody Ice pic yourneys gives you the best experience you will ever have in Iceland
Carsten A
Carsten A
2023-04-27
Ice Pic Journey 5 Star Tour on the Glacier We had our tour with Mike and is was a pleasure! Mike and Ryan are a good communicating team. They did not only took awesome pictures of us, Ice Pic Journey also give us a opportunity to do a tour on the glaciers with our baby. They are very tolerant and organized. Keep on doing such a good job! Thank again for your effort.
Thomas B
Thomas B
2023-04-10
Glacier Adventures I hired Mike for 8 days of private guiding in March 2023. It was the adventure of a lifetime! We explored glaciers, ice caves, and the Icelandic alpine. Mike is a charismatic and incredibly experience guide. He is also a great photographer. Finding a guide that can take you to amazing places, and also take great photos/videos of the adventures is extremely hard to find. I highly recommend Ice Pic Journeys and will use them again on my next trip to Iceland!
Explore820132
Explore820132
2023-03-31
Private tour, with amazing guide ! Had a amazing time with these guys, I traveled solo and the group was only 3 ppl, amazing experience with a private guide. Definitely worth it, it was the highlight of my trip to Iceland! You get all the details and information you need, and if you have any questions, you can chat on instagram, and respond very quickly. This company treats you as a person, and not a number or a paying customer like all other tours !
Valeria S
Valeria S
2023-03-28
Best company for adventure in Iceland! We had an amazing experience with Ice Pic Journeys. They are Friendly, professional and are experts on what they do! They took us to hidden gems that very few have been to and we avoided the crowds!! They also took a lot of great pictures!Thank you!!!! Valeria
Thiago N
Thiago N
2023-03-24
Ice Pic Journeys approach is unique We had our tour with Mike and I can honestly say our trip to Iceland would not be the same without this. We had the best time! Mike was very knowledgeable, sharing all different aspects about the cave we were and the conditions we would be experiencing. He was also very concern with our safety and aware of us and our surrounding. All of that while maintaining a very friendly interaction. The ice on the cake was the fact that their offer is unique, there is not another company in Iceland that offers the same experiences with a guide that is also a good photographer. Plus, we were indeed a very small group. While we were there I saw other tours advertised as “small groups” with 16-20 people, which was completely different than the very exclusive attention and experience we had with Ice Pic Journeys.

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