Caving
Caving in IcelandLava tube caving in Iceland
Volcanic Veins - Caving TourGo tubing in Iceland!This speleological adventure takes you to unique locations in Iceland’s most spectacular lava tube caves and craters. These beautiful, natural phenomena were created when the surface lava solidified but magma continued to flow in tunnels. Price: 12,900 ISK Duration: max 4 hours 
Caving Tour with the Blue LagoonVolcanic Veins with optionsWith the options of either staying in the Blue Lagoon for a few hours, or being dropped off at KEF international airport, this tour is highly recommended for speleologists as well as amateurs in the field. Venture exploring a rare world of lava tubes. That's truly entering a volcano's interior. Price: 16,990 ISK Duration: 9 hours 
Buri in the Leitahraun Lava FieldOne of the most spectacular lava tube cavesBuri is the most prized of all the Icelandic lava tube caves. Bjorn Hroarsson, vulcano speleologist, discovered Buri on May 7, 2005, in one of the most remarkable discoveries in speleology in Iceland for the last 1000 years. Price: 20,000 ISK Operation: all year 
Inside the Volcano - Magma ChamberA strangely emotional experienceAll you need is the willingness to do a moderate 45–50 minute hike (in order to get to the Thrihnukagigur crater) and the guts to descend 120 meters (400 feet) to the bottom of the volcano's magma chamber in an open cable lift. One of the most remarkable natural phenomenons on the planet. Price: 37,000 ISK Operation: May 15 - Sep 10 
Raufarholshellir lava tube caveIceland's 3rd largest lava tube caveThe Raufarholshellir cave is in the Leitahraun lava field on the Reykjanes peninsula. The cave was formed in a lava flow around 5000 years ago. The Raufarholshellir lava tube cave is one of the better known lava caves in Iceland and it's easily reachable. Price: contact us Operation: all year 
Cave Exploration - LofthellirExplore an underground world of ice wondersIn this tour you will visit the Lofthellir cave, located in north Iceland, and discover the natural ice wonders it hides. We make a short stop in the village of Reykjahlíð by Lake Mývatn before returning to Akureyri.
Price: from 19,500 ISK Operation: May 1 - Nov 15 
Surtshellir, Stefanshellir and VidgelmirThree of Iceland's largest lava tube cavesSurtshellir is the largest and best known of all the caves in Iceland. Stories tell us that in earlier centuries a band of outlaws resided in the lava tube, from which they raided the countryside and stole livestock from neighboring farms. Price: contact us Operation: all year 
Vorduhellir in Thingvellir National ParkLongest lava tube in the Thingvellir National ParkThe Vorduhellir lava tube is around 1100 meters long and is the longest of all known lava tubes in the Thingvellir National Park. Hiking through the lava tube is a fun experience but should not be considered an easy feat. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Tvigigahellir, Geirdal and KubburBeautiful lava tube caves near the Blue LagoonIn this tour we take notes on the exterior and interior aspects of the lava fields and guests are guided through the origin of lava fields, the lava tube caves and Reykjanes' volcanic activity. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Arnarker in Leitahraun lava fieldEasily reachable and fantastic lava tubeIt takes about an hour to drive from Reykjavik to the lava tube cave named Arnarker in Leitahraun lava field. From the road there's a short path to the cave's entrance, but the cave is a hollow pit that reaches about 16 meters down vertically. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Floki lava tube cave near HafnarfjörðurOne of Iceland's longest lava tubesFloki is the 10th longest lava tube in Iceland at 1096 meters long. It forks in several directions and can be difficult to navigate. Preparations should be made before entering the cave and people should be well equipped with flashlights. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Cave Trio - Speleology in IcelandLava fields and a cave tour close to ReykjavikIn the Tvibollahraun lava field you can discover a large number of beautiful and exciting lava caves. You're able to take a stroll through the lava field's passage, enjoying both the scenery of the capitol and also the entombed lava formations of the ancient lava field. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Brennisteinsfjoll south of ReykjavikVolcanoes, lava fields and lava tubes - nature at its bestBrennisteinsfjoll is a synonym for extraordinary natural splendor. Just south of Reykjavik, this area is covered with hardened lava from 3 distinctive volcanoes nearby. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Hot springs, 3 lava tube caves, big wavesOptional Blue Lagoon or a restaurant in a fishing villageHvammahraun is the lava field that originated in the volcanic crater of Eldborg in Brennisteinsfjoll. It covers over 36 sq. km and it has passages to the lowlands in the south and in the west of the mountain. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Djupihellir, Langihellir, Tanngardshellir and ...Wonder world both above and below surfaceThe main ski resort for the inhabitants of the capitol Reykjavik is the nearby Blafjoll mountain range. This area offers every kind of outdoor activity, hiking and exploring caves whether it's summer or winter. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Gjabakkahellir in Thingvellir National ParkLava tube near the oldest parliament in the worldThingvellir is a rift valley created by continental drift between the North American and Eurasian Plates. The Þingvellir area has a high concentration of volcanic activity and newly formed lava fields are seen all over. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Tvibotni in Thingvellir National ParkAncient two storied lava tubeThe Tvibotni lava tube has a great amount of beautiful lava formations. The second half of the upper floor is an unusually large cave at 10 meters wide and 10 meters high. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Gullborgarhellir and VegghellirHiker's world in Hnappadalur ValleyIn Hnappadalur Valley in the eastern part of the Snæfellsnes peninsula, an eruption early in historic time created the Gullborg crater and the Gullborgarhraun lava field which covers around 15 sq. kilometers. The magma flowed in several very large subterranean passages. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Lava tube caves at SnaefellsnesLava tubes in the national parkThe Ishellir lava tube is the largest of the 5 lava tubes in the Purkholahraun lava field. It's 282 meters long and it's spacious. This lava tube lies deep within the lava field and because of its position there are a lot of ice formations in and around the cave. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Laufbalavatnshellar lava fields in EldhraunOne of the most magnificent lava tube systemsAlmost 200 lava tubes have been found in the Laki lava field, north-east of Lake Laufbalavatn. Over 5 kilometers of lava tubes have been discovered and cataloged in only 0,5 sq. kilometers of lava field. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Lava tube cave searching toursBecome an explorer of unknown territoriesAt Extreme Iceland, we plan lava tube cave searching and exploring tours for groups of all sizes. Large portions of the Icelandic lava fields have not been thoroughly explored by speleologists so you may discover a brand new lava tube of your own. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Team buildingIncentive tours through Icelandic cavesExtreme Iceland offers an extensive array of incentive and team building programs ranging from simple fun and games to exotic visits to underground caves or customized activities, made to optimize your staffs cooperation and sense of belonging. Price: contact us. Operation: all year 
Cave Trip, Seafood Dinner and Aurora BorealisAmazing worlds of cave and northern lights in one dayTrip to Arnarker cave in Leitahraun lava field. Easily reachable and a fantastic tube cave. One hour drive from Reykjavik, hike 2-3 hours, then drive some 30 min. from the cave to a nice seafood restaurant for a delicious dinner. In late evening we go hunting for the Northern Lights. Price: 27,500 ISK Operation: Sept. 15 - Apr. 1 |
