Volcano Helicopter Tour from Reykjavík – Recent Eruption Sites, Lava Fields & Blue Lagoon Views

Take off from Reykjavík on a 60-minute helicopter experience and explore Iceland’s most recently active volcanic landscapes on the Reykjanes Peninsula. This flight takes you over areas reshaped by eruptions in recent years, including lava fields, craters, and geothermal terrain.

When conditions allow, the tour includes a scenic landing near the lava field, allowing you to step out into the volcanic landscape.

What to Expect

After departure, your pilot will guide the route based on weather, visibility, and current conditions. You’ll fly across the Reykjanes Peninsula, where recent eruptions have created new lava fields and reshaped the landscape.

From above, you’ll see crater formations, hardened lava flows, and geothermal areas with steam rising from the ground. The route may also include views toward the Blue Lagoon and surrounding volcanic terrain.

The tour includes a landing near the lava field when conditions allow, giving you the opportunity to step out and experience the terrain from the ground. The landing is always dependent on safety and current activity.

You may see:

• Recent eruption sites on the Reykjanes Peninsula
• Lava fields and volcanic craters
• Geothermal areas and steam vents
• The Blue Lagoon and the surrounding landscape

Why Choose This Tour

This tour focuses on Iceland’s most recently active volcanic landscapes and often includes a lava-field landing when conditions allow, offering a rare opportunity to experience newly formed terrain up close. It’s ideal for those who want a dynamic and evolving landscape experience within a shorter flight.