| Option | What it is | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Guided hike with Blue Lagoon | From Reykjavík: Volcanoes and Blue Lagoon Day Trip, 4.6 out of 5 from 799 reviews on 8 November 2026; the price depends on the date and the group | GetYourGuide listing |
| Self-guided hike | Marked trails from the P1 lot; the shortest about 4 km one way, the longest about 18 to 20 km round trip | See the Fagradalsfjall page |
| Helicopter Volcano Tour | ISK 73,500 per person, in the "up to 2 hours" group | helicopter.is |
Why the Reykjanes peninsula
Visit Iceland says the Fagradalsfjall and Svartsengi systems have been erupting regularly since 2021, that the events are very localised and often short-lived, and that they put no travel restrictions on the rest of Iceland. The recent eruptions followed a fissure swarm that had remained dormant for 6,000 years. The Fagradalsfjall lava field covers about 5 square kilometres. The wider peninsula, with the Bridge Between Continents and Gunnuhver, is described in Reykjanes peninsula.
Hiking: which trail
The marked trails start from the P1 lot. Path C, to the Langihryggur viewpoint, is about 4 km one way, with a view of the 2021 to 2023 eruptions but not the crater. Path A, to the 2021 to 2022 eruption site, is about 6 to 8 km one way and takes 2 to 2.5 hours. Path E, to the July 2023 eruption site near Litli-Hrútur, is about 18 to 20 km round trip and takes 5 to 6 hours, with the last 2 km over mossy lava rock. The details and safety notes are on the Fagradalsfjall page. Walking on the lava is strictly forbidden.
Flying: the Volcano Tour
The Norðurflug Volcano Tour costs ISK 73,500 per person and is one of the tours of up to 2 hours; the page states: "Please note that the eruption is no longer active." The cheaper Reykjavík Summit is ISK 46,900, and the full price list and other routes are in helicopter tours in Iceland. Minimum passengers and the weather policy are not stated on the page.
The Blue Lagoon on the same day
The GetYourGuide day trip names the Blue Lagoon in its title (check the booking page for what is included), which suits the geography: the lagoon is on the same peninsula. Blue Lagoon tickets, hours and eruption closures are in Blue Lagoon tickets, and getting there from the airport in Keflavik Airport to the Blue Lagoon. The lagoon has stayed open between volcanic events, but lava flows have reached its access roads and caused closures and evacuations.
Safety
Check eruption status and road closures before any visit; Visit Reykjanes has a parking and hiking map. Gas pollution can still occur in the eruption area; levels can be checked at loftgaedi.is. Stay on marked paths: the crust may be thin over hot lava.
Mistakes to avoid
- Expecting a live eruption on the helicopter Volcano Tour: the operator says it is no longer active.
- Walking on the lava: it is strictly forbidden.
- Choosing Path E without 5 to 6 hours: it is 18 to 20 km round trip.
- Skipping the status check: eruptions and road closures change.
FAQ
Is there an active eruption now?
The helicopter operator states the eruption is no longer active; check the current status before any visit.
How long is the hike to the eruption site?
Path A is about 6 to 8 km one way, 2 to 2.5 hours; Path E 18 to 20 km round trip, 5 to 6 hours.
How much is the helicopter Volcano Tour?
ISK 73,500 per person on 7 November 2026.
Can I visit the Blue Lagoon the same day?
Its title names the Blue Lagoon; check the booking page to see whether admission is included.
Can I walk on the lava?
No, it is strictly forbidden.
The Iceland Authority editorial team, 7 November 2026.
