Helicopter Flight over Geldingadalur volcano eruption

Extended Volcano Sightseeing

March 2021

Overview of Fagradalsfjall / Geldingadalur active volcano eruption in Iceland
Fagradalsfjall Volcano - Texture on lava field, Helicopter Tour
Litli-Hrutur / Fagradalsfjall volcano eruption 2023 by air. Volcano Heli

July 2023

Fagradalsfjall Volcano Heli Tour - Steaming Crater
Fagradalsfjall Volcano Heli Tour - Lava flow in crater

September 2021

Geldingadalur / Fagradalsfjall volcano by helicopter

April 2021

South Coast of Iceland - Lava fields
Active volcano - helicopter flight in Iceland

May 2021

Overview of Geldingadalir / Fagradalsfjall Volcano Field seen on a helicopter flight with Volcano Heli, Iceland
View of Fagradalsfjall Volcano from the air

Extended Volcano Sightseeing

Update: This tour takes you to the most recent volcanic eruption sites at Reykjanes volcano (Fagradalsfjall / Meradalir / Litli-Hrútur / Sundhnúkahraun Reykjanes Peninsula) in Iceland. This eruption was active as follows:

  • March – September 2021 (Fagradalsfjall)
  • August 2022 (Meradalir)
  • July/August 2023 (Litli-Hrútur)
  • December 2023 (Sundhnúkur)
  • January 2024 (Sundhnúkur)
  • February 2024 (Sundhnúkur)
  • March 2024 (Sundhnúkur)

Activity is subject to change, please consult the Icelandic Weather Office / Volcano page for more information (look for Reykjanes and Fagradalsfjall volcano activity).

Please note that the volcano is a natural phenomena and we can not guarantee bubbling or flowing lava at the time of your tour. This tour runs all-year with and without volcanic activity.

Get the full experience of the after-effects of the eruption from 2021 at Fagradalsfjall (Geldingadalur) from every angle. The eruption is the longest lasting eruption in the 21st century in Iceland, from March 19th, 2021 and officially ending on December 18th that same year. In August 2022 the eruption started again for a few weeks. After thousands of earthquakes throughout June and July 2023, another eruption began on July 10th 2023. Though there is great controversy amongst scientists if the volcano has stopped or not.

The lava field that was formed during the eruption completely changed the surrounding landscape. It made small mountains and a valley disappear, taller mountains shrink, and new craters appear setting its mark on the terrain. The craters and lava field are still hot and will take years to cool completely. You will see smoke and steam rising from both the big crater and this newly formed lava field. We circle the lava field and explore it from different angles.

The eruption was a very unpredictable event and the volcanos “behaviour” changed throughout the entire eruption. It started with one small crater and ended with five, the last one being the largest that erupted for the longest time. At the time of the eruption, you would see lava flying into the air, bubbling within the crater, as well as flowing streams of lava.

Please note there is no landing at the eruption site but sightseeing from the air with a great view into the crater and surrounding lava fields. This will give you the best viewing experience.

We feel the way to get the best view is sightseeing from the air onboard our helicopter. We operate helicopters with great visibility for all our guests (max. 4 passengers per flight = 4 seats means it is automatically a private tour).

Max seat/weight capacity for shared tours: 120kg. Combined weight restrictions might apply.

 

Note: Helicopter flights are always weather dependent and we reserve the right to change the itinerary to ensure a safe flight. We also abide by the rules and regulations set in place at the eruption site by Almannavarnir (Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management). We only fly if it is safe and sensible. If your flight is cancelled by Volcano Heli due to weather, you will receive a refund according to our cancellation policy due to force majeure.

  • Trip time

    app. 35-45 min

  • Stopovers

    0

  • Shared tour

    ISK 67.500 per person (min. 2 passengers)

  • Private tour

    ISK 270.000 per tour (1-4 passengers)

  • Availability

    All year.