Lava Cave & Geothermal Adventure (From BSI bus terminal)
Visit to Europe's Most Powerful Hot Spring & Iceland's Largest Cave.
Highlights
- Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring
- Hraunfossar / Barnafossar, a series of unique lava waterfalls
- Húsafell town
- Víðgelmir, Iceland's largest natural lava cave
What's included
- Bus fare
- Guided tour
- 1.5 hour guided cave tour
- Safety equipment
Overview
Europe's Most Powerful Hot Spring
From Reykjavik, the tour heads towards the beautiful Borgarfjörður area in West Iceland. It is a scenic, approx. 2-hour drive, broken up with some amazing stops. These stops include Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring and the magnificent Hraunfossar and Barnafossar lava waterfalls. The waterfalls are not just beautiful and serene, they also come with folk tales and myths that lend insight into Icelandic history and culture.
Iceland's Largest Cave
After a lunch break in Húsafell the tour heads to Víðgelmir cave, one of the largest natural lava caves in the world and the largest of its kind in Iceland. At 148,000 m3, it is truly a sight to behold and this guided tour inside the cave is an unforgettable experience. An adventure for the senses, the cave exhibits gorgeous, colourful lava in all its grandeur, showcasing how magma flows and lava hardens.
After the cave we head back to Húsafell where you can explore the area or visit the geothermal pool. (Please note that the swimming pool in Húsafell is closed due to constructions until January 2023. During that period you can explore the Húsafell area. For map of the trails please visit Húsafell Hiking Trails )
Please note that the entrance to the pool is not included and you have to bring your own swimsuit and towel or rent it on site.
Let our experienced guides show you the best of West Iceland in one superlative day.
Additional Information
Remember to bring warm clothing & sturdy footwear
Remember to bring a swimsuit & a towel if you want to visit the geothermal pool at Húsafell (swimming pool closed until May 2023.due to constructions) Admission not included
Pick up is up to 30 minutes before departure.
> Pets are not allowed on coach tours.
> Passengers with disabilities intending to travel with Reykjavik Excursions are kindly asked to contact Reykjavik Excursions with at least 24 hours notice in order for the company to be able to cater for needs, if possible.
> All Reykjavik Excursions coach tours depart from BSÍ Bus Terminal in Reykjavík. Reykjavik Excursions offers pick up at designated bus stops, and selected hotels, guesthouses and hostels at an extra cost. If you book online and you wish to be picked up for a day tour make sure you fill in the necessary information during your online checkout.
Pick up starts 30 minutes before tour departure and you are requested to be ready and visible in time at your pick up location.
If passengers miss their Reykjavik Excursions pick up they need to arrive at BSÍ Bus Terminal in time for their tour's departure at their own cost.
> Unless specifically listed, meals and refreshments are not included. During all full day excursions there is a lunch stop at a local restaurant. For the tours, you can either bring your own lunch or buy it on the way. It is not allowed to have lunch on board the coach.
> The tours vary in length but we do stop at least every 1,5 - 2 hours for a stretch and a bathroom stop.
During all full day excursions there is a lunch stop at a local restaurant. Further information and details of each tour are listed on our website and in our brochure.
> Smoking is prohibited on board Reykjavik Excursions coaches.
Know before you go
Pick up is up to 30 minutes before departure. Remember to bring warm clothing & sturdy footwear. Remember to bring a swimsuit & a towel if you want to visit the geothermal pool at Húsafell (swimming pool closed until January 2023 due to constructions) Admission not included. Pick up is up to 30 minutes before departure.
Cancellation policy
Refundable - Please note that we charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 24 Hours or less before event
