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The 15 Best Lava Cave and Volcano Tours in Iceland

38 tours  ·  from $54 a head

Tubes left behind by old eruptions, a crater you can walk down into, and the show in Reykjavík that pours real molten rock in front of an audience. These 15 are priced, timed and clear about helmets, ladders and how cold it is underground.

Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater - Leaving Reykjavik and crossing the southern countryside
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater

1.Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 24,485 reviews · 7 - 8.5 hours · from $82Our pick

Ride from Reykjavik to Strokkur, Gullfoss, Þingvellir, and Kerið on a 7 to 8.5-hour bus tour. Your English-speaking guide, such as Barbara, Andrea, or Eagle, adds Icelandic stories, geology, culture, and folklore. Choose an early departure if you want the best chance of visiting Kerið and avoiding the busiest crowds.

“Guiseppe was amazing, knowledgeable as a Geologist and explained the Geology information so clearly. Really careful bus driver. We got really good instructions throughout and all enjoyed ourselves other than one individual who was difficult and argumentative and almost led to the day being destroyed. Giussepe handled the situation professionally and well.”

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Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater - Laugarvatn and the Underground Rye Bread Tradition
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Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater

2.Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,631 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $249Top rated

Spend a full day with Nicetravel visiting Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Kerid Crater, and the Blue Lagoon. Your small group travels by climate-controlled vehicle with Wi-Fi, site tickets, hotel pickup, a towel, mud mask, and drink at the lagoon included. Guides such as Halldor, Monika, and Dominique are known for lively local stories.

“it was a 10/10 experience! Eliah was such an amazing tour guide, can tell how much he enjoys it and he made the entire tour so much more enjoyable! the tour itself is the best thing i’ve ever done, 10000% recommend”

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour - Thingvellir, where Iceland’s story begins
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour

3.Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4,351 reviews · from $243

Spend a full day with a live English-speaking guide at Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Kerid Crater, and the Blue Lagoon. The small minibus, hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, crater admission, lagoon entry, and towel make this a practical first look at Iceland. Guides may include Elias, Christina, Filip, or Walter.

“Everything was great. Tour guide Elias was very friendly, talkative and he knows a lot of details, stories and facts about the country, culture and people. I recommend!”

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Reykjavik: LAVA SHOW - Immersive Experience Entry Ticket - What happens before the lava appears
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Reykjavik: LAVA SHOW – Immersive Experience Entry Ticket

4.LAVA SHOW – Immersive Experience Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,360 reviews · 50 - 75 minutes · from $54Best value

At Reykjavik’s Lava Show, a live host explains Iceland’s volcanoes before pouring real molten lava into the room. You’ll watch it flow, feel the heat through safety goggles, and hear about eruptions near the capital. Classic seating is family-friendly, while Premium adds a drink, lounge access, balcony seats, a furnace-room visit, and a giftwrapped lava piece.

“We loved the Lava Show a lot. Our host Neil (Saturday 31st Jan) was so incredibly friendly and knowledgable, as well as a little British humour thrown in there too. He is a credit to your company. The show was something we’ve never really seen before so we had no expectations, however we really enjoyed the uniqueness of it. As a girl with a Geography degree, it was so exciting to see something as cool as Lava so close. I will talk about this for a while! If you are wanting to spend an hour or so out of the cold, I really recommend the Lava Show. I hope to…”

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Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade - The opening film sets the volcanic scene
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Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket – Optional Premium Upgrade

5.Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket – Optional Premium Upgrade

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,278 reviews · 50 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $54

Watch real lava heated to about 1,100°C and poured before you in a controlled Reykjavik showroom. An English-speaking host such as Samantha, Mariana, Neil, or Ian explains Icelandic volcanism, answers questions, and demonstrates how lava behaves. Premium admission adds a drink, upper lounge seating, backstage access, and a cooled lava souvenir.

“Definitely worth doing the upgraded experience! The back show program and the additional information plus getting a souvenir piece of lava was pretty cool!”

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Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik - Kerid Crater and Iceland’s volcanic character
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Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik

6.Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,826 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Spend about 8.5 hours touring Iceland’s classic Golden Circle sights from Reykjavik, with a guide such as Petra, Tomas, Barbara, or Anna. You’ll see Kerid Crater, Strokkur geyser, Gullfoss Falls, and Thingvellir, with lunch and restroom breaks along the way. Morning departures include Kerid; departures at noon or later do not.

“Fantastic tour - guide Daniel was knowledgable and friendly. Destinations all amazing and feels like you achieve a lot in a day.”

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Reykjavik: Red Lava Horse Riding Tour - The first hour: an easy start for beginners
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Reykjavik: Red Lava Horse Riding Tour

7.Red Lava Horse Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,383 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $142

Ride 5 to 7 kilometers through Iceland’s Redhills on a calm, well-trained Icelandic horse. Sólhestar matches horses and routes to your riding ability, with beginner and faster groups, a photo stop, warm clothing, and optional Reykjavik pickup. Guides such as Claudia and Patri may lead the ride, with time for tölt if conditions and experience allow.

“this was an amazing activity and the horses were beautiful! definitely would do it again!”

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The Lava Tunnel Tour - Raufarhólshellir - The one-hour route inside the tunnel
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The Lava Tunnel Tour – Raufarhólshellir

8.The Lava Tunnel Tour – Raufarhólshellir

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,373 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $74

At Raufarhólshellir, your English-speaking guide leads you through a 5,000-year-old lava tube shaped by the Leitahraun eruption. Expect lights, platforms, uneven ground, stairs, colorful rock, and a brief moment of total darkness. Helmets and headlamps are provided. Guides such as Meagan, Alex, and Benjamin have been praised for clear, lively commentary.

“It was cold, wet, interesting, informative and surprising. When the guide shut off all the lights and we shut all our lamps off it was awesome just being in complete, total darkness. Our hearing heightened and we were able to hear the dripping of all the water. Fantastic!”

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Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour - Gullfoss: a powerful waterfall with time to look around
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Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour

9.Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,932 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $253

This 11-hour small-group tour pairs Thingvellir, Strokkur, Gullfoss, and Kerid Crater with two hours at the Blue Lagoon. A guide such as Siggie, Ottar, Dooley, or Thora may lead your group, sharing local stories and keeping the day moving. Pickup, admission, towel, silica mask, and one drink are included.

“This day-long tour is fantastic. We were able to see and learn so much! It did NOT ever feel like an 11 hr tour. Our tour guide, Siggie, was outstanding. So knowledgeable and personable. He was the perfect tour guide. We have used Viator before (Machu Picchu in Peru) & have been very pleased with Viator. They are extremely responsive for questions or assistance.”

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Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel: Underground Expedition - Reading the walls, colors, and ice
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Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel: Underground Expedition

10.Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel: Underground Expedition

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,717 reviews · 1 hour · from $73

At Raufarhólshellir, walk through one of Iceland’s longest lava tubes with an English-speaking guide. You’ll follow a footbridge over rough ground, learn how the tunnel formed, see colorful rock and seasonal ice, then experience complete darkness when the lights go out. Guides such as Alex, Dimitri, Ben, and Elisa are praised for clear explanations and humor.

“Fascinating tour. Excellent and engaging guide and an opportunity to be in complete darkness for a short time, if you’re comfortable to do. Highly recommended”

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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik - Kerid Crater gives you a quick volcanic start
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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik

11.Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,660 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $127

Spend about 10 hours touring Iceland’s Golden Circle from Reykjavik, with stops at Thingvellir, Strokkur, Gullfoss, Kerid Crater, and the Secret Lagoon. Shared coaches, rotating guides such as Sunny, Thor, Heidi, and Petra, and included entry fees make this a useful first-day overview, though the schedule can feel tight.

“You wont be disappointed! This was a fabulous way to see the natural beauty of this country and find areas you may want to explore further. Our driver Albert ensured we were comfortable, on time and safe to get in all stops. Sunny was a fabulous guide who loves what she does and it showed! She was patient, funny and very knowledgeable Thankyou so much for an incredible day. This trip is a must for everyone visting Iceland”

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour - The minibus ride from Reykjavík
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour

12.Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,583 reviews · 11 hours · from $252

Spend 11 hours exploring Iceland’s Golden Circle by minibus, with stops at Thingvellir, Gullfoss, Strokkur and Kerid Crater before or after two hours at the Blue Lagoon. English-speaking guides such as Tom, Siggie, Monia and Thorey add local stories, humor and practical help. Admission, towel, face mask and one drink are included.

“Tom was amazing, fantastic guide, informative & had us smiling all day including a heartfelt song & acknowledgement to my partners birthday. Slight hiccup with transport but a replacement was soon issued which did not ruin the experience. The only gripe was to be left as the last two persons with no transport after 3 coaches were filled, which I found slightly stressful, fortunately a very cramped sprinter arrived soon after, which we squeezed into either ends of the vehicle- rather annoying as it was my partner’s birthday treat & we didn’t get to travel together only when there was a vehicle fault/ swap did we get a larger coach…”

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Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour - Reykjavik pickup and the small-group ride
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Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour

13.Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,550 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $139

Spend a full day with a guide such as Christina, Filip, or Kristoph visiting Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, and Kerid Crater before soaking at the Blue Lagoon or Hvammsvík. Hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, and a maximum of 19 people keep the day simple, but expect a long schedule and extra payment for some bathing options.

“Pickup and dropoff at the hotel and at every point in the tour went smoothly, Kristoph was informative, funny and extremely good at his job. Cannot recommend this highly enough!!! Sign up for the hot springs in advance - it is absolutely worth it. Best birthday of my life. No exaggeration.”

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From Reykjavík: Icelandic Horse Riding Tour in Lava Fields - Getting ready at Íshestar Stables
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From Reykjavík: Icelandic Horse Riding Tour in Lava Fields

14.Icelandic Horse Riding Tour in Lava Fields

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,356 reviews · from $141

Ride from Íshestar Stables in Hafnarfjörður through lava fields and green hills on a 1.5-hour guided outing. Meet calm Icelandic horses, try the smooth tölt, and learn about the area from English-speaking guides such as Sonya. Warm overalls, rain gear, boots, and helmets are supplied, with pickup from selected Reykjavík hotels.

“what an absolutely amazing day . horses are well looked after and staff are amazing!!”

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Lava Show Vik Admission Ticket - Why the Katla story adds value
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Lava Show Vik Admission Ticket

15.Lava Show Vik Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,177 reviews · 55 minutes (approx.) · from $54

In Vík, a live host explains Icelandic volcanism, the 1918 Katla eruption, and local evacuation plans before handling red-hot lava just a few feet away. You will see, hear, smell, and feel the heat, then touch lava as it cools. The English-language show lasts about 55 minutes and includes a Q&A.

“The guide was very informative and fun to listen. We watched real lava flow and things that could be done with it. Got a little bit of Vik history.”

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