Thríhnúkagígur Volcano
Journey Inside a Volcano
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Tours

Price

$$$

Est. Duration

4-6h

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Anissa Borchardt

Prepare for an adventure you'll find nowhere else on Earth—a journey into the heart of the dormant Thríhnúkagígur volcano. Your experience begins with a scenic 45-minute hike across a stunning, moss-covered lava field, a beautiful trek in itself.

Once you reach the crater, you'll descend 120 meters into the earth in an open cable lift, revealing a vast and surprisingly colorful magma chamber. Down below, you're free to explore the cavernous space, and check out the vibrant mineral stains that paint the ancient rock walls.

Activity level
Age requirement

8 and older

Seasonality

Summer

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