Explore the magnificent lava tunnel Raufarhólshellir, one of the longest and best-known lava tubes in Iceland. It is located just 30 minutes from Reykjavík and is easily accessed year round.

The Lava Tunnel is also know to Icelanders as Raufarholshellir, a cave created by volcanic eruption about 5.200 years ago. Take a tour through this extraordinary natural phenomenon under a guidance from experienced guide.
The tunnel is covered in large rocks and difficult to pass. That is why paths and a footbridge have been constructed so it is easily accessible when doing the Lava Tunnel Tour. Impressive lighting in this part of the tunnel highlights the changing colors and clearly shows the poweful seismic activity that formed the tunnel.

Tour details

Duration

The total tour is approximately 3.0 hours with one hour in the cave.

Pick up

8:30-8:50am (or 12:30-12:50) from your hotel, hostel or guesthouse in Reykjavík. Note the pickup is operated by Reykjavík Excursions (and marked “Reykjavik Excursions”) so be ready in front of your selected pick up destination from 8:30am for the 9 am tour (or 12:30 pm for the 13.00 tour). The sign on bus will state “Tour Pick-up”.

Cancellation policy