- Volcano Tours
- Open Tour
The Lava Tunnel
Please book the tour using the name on your hotel reservation.
- Volcano Tours
- Open Tour
The Lava Tunnel
The lava tunnel Raufarhólshellir is an ancient lava tube and one of the longest caves in all of Iceland. The tube was formed when lava flowed deep underneath the earth during an eruption around 5000 years ago. Now, visitors can go underground and walk inside the tube itself on the Standard Lava Tunnel Tour.
This tour is quite accessible–powerful lighting has been installed and several footbridges and paths make it easier to walk inside the rocky tunnel. All tours are led by an expert guide who will share information about the lava tube’s formation and history. Please wear warm clothes as well as a water resistant outer layer–sometimes the tunnel can be a bit damp. Sturdy shoes are also necessary.
Note: It takes approximately 60 minutes to drive from Hotel Rangá to the Lava Tunnel. Pick up can be included at an additional cost. The tour is not recommended for those that have difficulties with balance, walking on uneven surfaces or up and down steep stairs.
- Skill Level: Easy
- Duration: 1 hour
- Season: All season
- Meeting Point: Þrengslavegur, Ölfus 816 (Raufarhólshellir)
- Drive From Hotel: Approximately 75 minutes
- Wheelchair Accessible: No
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Keep In Mind
- Wear outdoor clothing according to weather and sturdy shoes.
What's Included
- Professional guidance
- Helmets, lights and crampons if needed
- All fees & taxes
What To Bring
- Warm outdoor clothing
- Waterproof jacket and pants
- Head-wear
- Gloves
- Appropriate hiking boots/shoes are required
Questions
Yes, the minimum age is 3 years.
The minimum number is 1 person.
Maximum number is 11 persons.
Yes it is possible to arrange a private tour at a cost. Please reach out to our concierge team for further information at [email protected]
Group tours are not customizable.
We can arrange a private transfer from the hotel at additional cost.
Yes, you can bring your camera and phone.
With your safety in mind we reserve the right to cancel this tour due to bad weather conditions.
Yes, you will receive gear needed helmets, lights and crampons if needed before embarking on the walk to the ice cave.
24 hours prior to departure.
