Fagradalsfjall crater area (image from past eruption activity)
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Passengers looking out at the views
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Flying over Reykjavik
Volcanic crater bubbling with lava
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Fagradalsfjall Volcano - Helicopter Tour from Reykjavik

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Reykjavík, Iceland
Helicopter ToursSightseeing ToursNature Tours

About this activity

This helicopter tours is one of the standout things to do in Reykjavík, Iceland. Rated 3.8/5 by 5 travellers, it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €520 per person. Come see with your own eyes the newest eruption site in Iceland.

Take off from Reykjavik and fly to the Fagradalsfjall volcano area on the Reykjanes Peninsula. Seeing this natural wonder with your own eyes is truly remarkable and one of the things you must do if you are in Iceland.

The 2021 eruption started on March 19th and lasted for six months, creating a large lava plateau and numerous craters. The eruption was the first eruption on the Reykjanes Peninsula since the 14th century and follows three weeks of over 50.000 earthquakes in the area.

On August 3rd, 2022 a new eruption started and a new crater started forming and new lava got added to the already extensive lava plateau.

On this flight, you get to explore the area from the air, get a bird's eye view of the area, see all the beautiful colors, and massive size of the craters, and enjoy the surrounding scenery.

The total duration of the tour is approx. 40 minutes. Please note that there is no landing at the eruption site but we will give you the best viewing experience from the air.

Good to know

  • •Duration: approximately 1 hour.
  • •Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
  • •Offered in 2 languages.
  • •Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.

Who it's for

First-time visitorsCouplesSmall groups

Best time to visit

Reykjavík is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular helicopter tours slots in Reykjavík sell out.

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€520
per person