Lakagigar volcano and lava Expedition

Lakagigar Volcano and Lava tour is a full day guided tour that takes you to Iceland´s most famous Volcano that erupted in 1783-4

Just over 200 years ago an Icelandic volcano erupted with catastrophic consequences for weather, agriculture and transport across the northern hemisphere – and helped trigger the French revolution.

Lakagígar, the Craters of Laki is a 27 kilometres long eruptive fissure consisting of 140 craters. The mountain Laki is standing in the middle of the row and from the top of the mountain is amazing view. The craters started to erupt 1783 resulting in the largest lava flow in the recorded history.

The Laki volcanic fissure in southern Iceland erupted over an eight-month period from 8 June 1783 to February 1784, spewing lava and poisonous gases that devastated the island's agriculture, killing much of the livestock. It is estimated that perhaps a quarter of Iceland's population died through the ensuing famine.

It is safe to say that the view of the area is spectacular, due to both unique nature and the history of Lakagígar.

Tour highlights: Real mountain tour in a super jeep, Experienced local guide, plenty of time to hike around, lava, craters, glacier view, river crossing, beautiful waterfalls, spectacular canyon and scenery.

What to bring: Food for the day, warm clothes and good hiking shoes, a camera and a smile.

Good to know: There is a flush toilet (WC) at Laki and at our stop at Tjarnargigur as well as at the end of the tour at Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon. There is a dry toilet at Fagrifoss.

Dates: 15 June to 15 September
Departure from Kirkjubæjarklaustur at 9:00 am
Complimentary pick up at selected hotels and guesthouses
Price ISK: 35.000 per person
Certified local driver-guide
Small groups, great experience
Total 5 hours stopping/hiking time
Duration 8-9 hours. Total of 5 hours stopping time
50% discount for children 12 and under.
You will visit Lakagigar, Fagrifoss, Tjarnargígur, Fjaðrárgljúfur

The benefits of taking the guided super jeep tour to Lakagigar with Secret Iceland

Lakagigar, also known as Laki Craters, is a volcanic fissure in Iceland that erupted in 1783-1784, causing one of the most significant volcanic disasters in history. Here are af few reasons why taking a super jeep tour to Lakagigar with Secret Iceland is a good idea:

Access: The area around Lakagígar can be challenging to access without a super jeep due to the rough terrain and rivers to cross. Super jeeps are specially designed and modified in Iceland to handle difficult terrain, so they can take you to places that other vehicles cannot. This means you can explore more of the area, including some hidden gems that you may not be able to access otherwise. You start your hike on one spot and end at another as your guide will transport the car to the end of the trail.
Scenic beauty: The Lakagígar area is incredibly scenic, with vast lava fields, volcanic craters, and other geological formations. The unique landscape is of an almost breathtaking otherworldly beauty with its rugged beauty and barren landscapes. Your local guide will make sure you will not miss out any of the most beautiful and awe-inspiring spots in the area, making it an unforgettable experience.
Educational experience: The Lakagigar eruption had a significant impact on Iceland’s history and the world’s climate. A guided super jeep tour with Secret Iceland will give you the opportunity to learn about the eruption’s effects, the geology of the area, and Iceland’s volcanic history.
Personalised tour: Super jeep tour with Secret Iceland are with just a few people per vehicle, so you can get a personalised experience. The tour guides are locals and are knowledgeable and passionate about the area, so you can ask questions and learn more about the place you are visiting.
Adventure: Taking a super jeep tour with Secret Iceland to Lakagigar is an adventure in itself. Driving the narrow and bumpy track with several rivers to cross can be a tricky thing, especially if you are not experienced to the drive in the wilderness and landscape is unfamiliar. The ride in the super jeep is super smooth and safe thanks to both experienced driver and the modified super jeep with specially designed suspension system and huge 46″ tires with extra low air pressure that makes the ride super soft. You can relax and enjoy and explore some of the most remote and untouched landscapes in Iceland. It’s an experience that you will remember for a long time.

Overall, a super jeep tour to Lakagigar with Secret Iceland is a great way to explore the area, learn about its history, and experience the Icelandic wilderness in a unique and exiting way.

Amazing Super Jeep tour with experienced local guide. Your guide will give comprehensive information about history and geology of Lakagigar Volcano and Lava.

Guided in English

With our specially modified super jeep it will only take us 1.5 hours to drive to Lakagigar volcano. Normal 4×4 cars will be at least 3 hours to drive this 45 km to Laki if they make it at all. We will stop at Laki for about 2,5 hours. You have plenty of time to hike on top of Laki Mountain for a magnificent view over the row of craters and to Vatnajökull glacier. There is an interpretation trail into the craters next to Laki Mountain that visitors can take. A gentle walk into the craters with time to absorb the history should take about 45 minutes.

Our next stop is Tjarnargígur, only 15 minutes’ drive. Tjarnargígur has water inside. From Tjarnargígur you can hike the same path as the lava took from the crater (about 1 hour easy walk). Your driver guide will move the super jeep to the end of the trail and wait for you there.

Among other places, we will stop at the beautiful hidden Fagrifoss waterfall and end our tour at the breathtaking Fjaðrárgljúfur gorge where passengers can walk downhill by the side of the gorge (about 20 min easy walk). The car will move on and wait for you at the parking lot. There is a WC at Laki, Tjarnargígur and Fjaðrárgljúfur gorge.

Our Super Jeep can take 14 pax but we normally do not take more than 10 pax in each car unless there is a group traveling together or a family. Small group means less time to wait for others and more time for you to hike around.

Tour highlights: Real mountain luxury tour in a super jeep, Experienced local guide, plenty of time to hike around, lava, craters, glacier view, un-bridged rivers, beautiful waterfalls, spectacular gorge and scenery.

Food and drinks for the day, warm clothes and good hiking shoes, a camera and a smile

Expect all weather and wear appropriate clothing.

Meeting place at petrol station N1 in Kirkjubæjarklaustur. Meeting time 08:45 and departing at 09:00. You can park your car there while taking the tour Remember to take something to eat for the day and expect all weather.

Lakagigar volcano and lava tour is a guided super jeep tour that takes you through rough mountain terrain around Iceland’s most famous volcanic craters that erupted in 1783-4, resulting in the largest lava flow in a single eruption in recorded history.