The Lava Tunnel & Whale Watching from Reykjavik

The Lava Tunnel & Whale Watching from Reykjavik Highlights

Experience the wonder and beauty of Raufarhólshellir with a guided tour of its colorful landscape

Discover the spectacular ice sculptures that form in this tunnel every winter

See if you can spot some of the local wildlife in Faxaflói Bay

Learn more about the whales that call this part of the world home

Why we chose this tour

Our tour of The Lava Tunnel & Whale Watching from Reykjavik is a unique experience that combines two very different and wildly popular activities in the area for a day filled with awe and wonder. With an expert guide, you'll learn more about the geology and wildlife of this unique region and discover why it's often named one of the most beautiful countries in the world. This tour is available every Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and leaves with guaranteed departures.

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The Lava Tunnel & Whale Watching from Reykjavik Itinerary

8:30 AM - Pickup from Reykjavik

Meet your local guide at the BSÍ Bus Terminal - City Center
Optional hotel pick ups are available for an extra charge

Guided tour of The Lava Tunnel & Whale Watching

Leave the bus terminal and the city behind when you journey to Raufarhólshellir, one of the world's most famous and longest lava tunnels set in a spectacular and scenic landscape just outside of the city.
These underground tunnels that branch out from a large cave are over 1,360 meters long, and about 30 meters wide with plenty of space arching above you as you travel through these natural wonders unlike anything you've ever seen before.
As you trek through the main tunnel, marveling at the vibrant displays on the walls and ceiling above you, don't forget to look down smaller tunnels that branch off for a glimpse at some still-glowing lava.
After this incredible experience, get out in the sunlight and onto the water at the Old Harbor where you'll head out with an expert guide to learn about the behavior of this harbor's favorite residents, and see if you can catch a glimpse of some!
A few of the most common species include Minke whales, White-Beaked dolphins, and harbor porpoises, but you may get lucky and spot a Blue Whale, an Orca, or even a Fin whale.
After your enchanting afternoon on the water, you'll head back into the city center for drop-off.

4:00 PM - Drop off in Reykjavik

You will be dropped off at the same location you were picked up from.

NB - all timings on The Lava Tunnel & Whale Watching from Reykjavik are approximate

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Important Details

Includes

Transportation to and from BSÍ Bus Terminal - City Center

Fully guided tour

Flashlight & helmet

Whale Watching tour

Excludes

Lunch and drinks

Personal travel insurance

Gratuities

What to Bring

Walking Shoes

Warm Clothing

Waterproof jacket

Sturdy shoes

Camera

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