Explore the recent eruption sites in the Geldingalur Valley. Experience firsthand the significant transformations these eruptions have wrought upon the terrain. See Fagradalsfjall volcano crater and new landscapes formed by cooled lava rivers.
The eruption of 2021 persisted for an extended period, whereas the eruptions of 2022 and 2023 tapered off within a few weeks. This region remains incredibly dynamic and captivating, having witnessed three eruptions in just three years!
Posted By : hourdouxk
J’ai réussi à faire cette randonnée suite à l’instabilité de la région suite à l’éruption de Grindavik. C’est les autorités qui décident pour notre sécurité.
Une superbe journée très interessante avec un guide passionné, super sympa prévenant dont le prénom commence par un T. Excursion réalisée le 21/06. Comprendre la nature, les volcans comment les regarder vivre et s’éteindre lorsqu’on est en Islande c’est primordial. La randonnée n’est pas à classer de niveau facile mais si vous avez une bonne forme physique et que vous êtes plutôt sportif ca devrait le faire. Il y’a eu des changement d’horaire avec des options à la clé. Et cette journée était vraiment chouette. Évidemment vous n’aller pas être face aux coulées de lave rouge. Cette zone étant réservée à la sécurité et aux scientifiques. Uniquement visible par hélicoptère.
Notre guide était vraiment chouette. En plus de ses explications, il conduit et fait le taxi qui emmène matin/soir. Une belle journée d’une dizaine d’heures. L’heure de retour était plus tardive que prévue mais lors d’une randonnée tout le monde n’a pas le même niveau d’avancé. Et s’il vous plaît soyez un minimum équipé niveau chaussures ça aide pas mal. Et l’organisateur le recommande sur sa Check list.
Les Reykjanes sont à faire avant le blue lagoon mais ça c’est une histoire de goût.
Petit bémol sur le service commercial qui n’a pas voulu me rembourser une activité commandé par erreur le même jour. Alors que j’ai fait 3 excusions avec eux. Très décevant.
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Posted On : 2024-06-22 11:25:27 
Posted By : Heather_W
Rare opportunity to hike this unique landscape. The hike has some steep inclines for flatlanders but is doable. It was a long and informative day. Recommend you pack a lunch and dress in layers. It was cold and rainy the day we hiked and I wish I had dressed warmer.
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Posted On : 2024-06-18 16:43:28 
Posted By : pbl72
Although they advertise and book this tour, it is not operative since roads are closed. We were notified just 24h earlier that the itinerary change and that we were “upgraded” to other tour, a hike to a valley which was a total disappointment . No other options or alternative tours were offered to us, when we requested (even offered to pay price difference).
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Posted On : 2024-06-14 15:35:34
Posted By : I6949ZVnancyt
Intense climb up a 300,00 ft mountain. Not for inexperienced climbers. You view an active volcano, which is miles away. Binoculars needed for that !! Then, after you go to another climb down onto an older lava field.
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Posted On : 2024-05-30 11:14:25
Posted By : jcoryw89
Great excursion and hike around southwest Iceland. Kleifarvatn lake and the sulphur springs were otherworldly and worth seeing. Unfortunately the 2024 eruption was not visible from the viewing point due to fog but seeing the lava fields from the other recent eruptions was amazing. Alain was also a great guide, knowledgeable and friendly.
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Posted On : 2024-05-27 03:19:40
Posted By : Stephanie_G
We had a great guide! Very knowledgeable & showed us plenty of stops along the penisula . Tour included pick up & drop off ! We had a great time
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Posted On : 2024-05-22 16:03:23
Posted By : Katherine_W
What a great day! The volcanic areas are fascinating and our guide, Sara, was knowledgeable and fun.
A few cautions: There is more uphill hiking than I expected. There are no stops that include food so pack snacks and water. Bathrooms are limited. It’s all fine, just good to be prepared.
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Posted On : 2024-05-22 07:36:51
Posted By : F7087UKsamm
We did the volcano hike myself and my daughter, omg it was so good! Ragnor the bus driver, well weren't we in safe hands. The winds were so strong but had every confidence in Ragnor. Then Dave our Irish guide was amazing. He was informative, funny and full of character. The tour was amended slightly due to the winds but Dave always did everything he could to please the guests. The tour itself was amazing, with stunning views, disgusting smells, you get to see real steaming lava! It was just excellent from start to finish.
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Posted On : 2024-03-11 17:38:56
Posted By : whatifwefly
Although there was still some snow, the path wasn't too slippery, but because of the rocks it is important to watch where you're stepping. I would recommend taking hiking boots. Karol, our guide, also provided us with crampons to put in our bags if we would need them at any point. Each member of the group wore a warning vest, which made it easy to recognize where everyone was. The views were good, but nothing too crazy or spectacular. The volcano looks similar to a mountain. The hike itself was doable, the beginning was quite steep, but the length of the steep part was not too long. Everyone of our group made it. On our way back we took a different route to see the lava fields, where there was still some steam. The stop at the hot springs was very fascinating. The sun started setting, which provided beautiful lights.
Our guide Karol did do stops in between the hike and explained in the meantime what we could see. He also did a short extra stop which was very kind.
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Posted On : 2024-03-10 03:31:49
Posted By : Melanie_A
Tour guide was friendly, informative and great (if I remember right his name was Karon? Sorry if that’s wrong I am terrible with names). The tour was great seen lava from 2021 and also from the more recent activity. It’s hilly and rough terrain so my advise would be to be prepared with correct gear. We were lucky to have clear blue skies and no wind and the view from the top was awesome. Take water and snacks.
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Posted On : 2024-03-03 12:36:45
