The Lava Falls Adventure tour

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The Lava Falls Adventure Tour takes you off the beaten path and into the depths of The Lava Tunnel (also know to Icelanders as Raufarholshellir) to explore the source of the cave, the magnificent Lava Falls. The Adventure tour requires good fitness and balance.

Duration
3 hours
Difficulty
Challenging
Season
October to May
Minimum age
12 years
Getting there
Self-Drive
Book by
1210 minutes before
Cancellation
Free up to 24 h before

from

27.900 ISK

per adults per person

Check dates & book

Next departures

  • Sat 3 Oct · 10:15
  • Tue 6 Oct · 10:15
  • Thu 8 Oct · 10:15
  • Sat 10 Oct · 10:15

Runs: October to May

  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Secure payment, confirmation from the operator
  • No account needed

The Grapevine's take

Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel

Formed by an eruption over 5,000 years ago, this lava tube is just a short drive out of Reykjavík and makes a great adventure for both the novice explorer and intrepid caver. The natural and marks formed inside the tunnel are stunning and surprising reminders that nature is an incredible artist.

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Prices

Adults per person16 - 70 years27.900 ISK
Youth per person12 - 15 years13.950 ISK

Prices for the next departure, checked Wed 30 Sept. They can change with the date; the booking shows the exact price.

About this tour

The Lava Falls Adventure Tour takes you off the beaten path and into the depths of The Lava Tunnel (also know to Icelanders as Raufarholshellir) to explore the source of the cave, the magnificent Lava Falls. The Adventure tour requires good fitness and balance. The tour traverses difficult terrain, including big rocks and boulders. It takes on average 3-4 hours to complete, relying on an experienced guide and head torches to navigate through this underground wonder. At the end of the cave you will experience breathtaking scenery as you will witness the origin on the lava flow that created the cave, which includes amazing lava falls rarely seen in the world.

A more extreme tour for the adventure seeker

This is the tour for the adventure seekers, it takes you beyond the standard tour, all the way to the end of the tunnel where magnificent lava falls and other natural wonders await in the dark. This is truly an unforgettable experience, full of sights and emotions. The Lava Falls tour is the highest rated tour of The Lava Tunnel. It’s done in small groups only, with a designated caving guide. 

Please note that this tour is more extreme than normal attractions as it traverses over a difficult terrain, including big rocks and boulders so a good balance and good physical health is required.

An adventure to remember

You will spend 3 – 4 hours in the cave. That being said no prior caving experience is required. We rely solely head torches to navigate through this underground wonderworld so we do not recommend this tour for those that may suffer from some sort of claustrophobia. We also do not recommend this tour for pregnant women or children younger than 12. Passengers must be wearing hiking boots with ankle support.



What's included

What's included?  We provide you with necessary gear such as helmet, light and gloves (and crampons if needed).  

What to bring

What do I need to bring?  You should bring good clothing as the temperature in the cave is always around 3-4 degree Celsius (36-40 Fahrenheit). It is necessary to wear good hiking shoes with angle support.

Good to know

Please make sure to arrive at The Lava Tunnel at least 10-15 minutes before the tour starts.

Where it starts

RaufarholshellirÞrengslavegur, Ölfus

Map of RaufarholshellirOpen in Google Maps

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.

For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.

For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*

*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.

Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io

Questions

How long is The Lava Falls Adventure tour?
About 3 hours.
How much does The Lava Falls Adventure tour cost?
From 27.900 ISK. Adults per person (16 - 70 years): 27.900 ISK. Youth per person (12 - 15 years): 13.950 ISK. Prices are per person unless the category says otherwise, and can change with the date.
Where does it start?
There is no pickup: you meet the operator at Raufarholshellir, Þrengslavegur, Ölfus. Most people drive there themselves.
What is the minimum age?
12 years.
When does it run?
October to May, going by the departures listed for the next twelve months.
Can I cancel?
Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
How hard is it?
The operator rates it challenging.

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