Mt. Hverfjall volcano sunrise Hike
by Geo Travel · Hiking & trekking · Volcanoes & lava · North Iceland
- Fine on your own
- Self-guided
from €124.06 per person
Next departure: Fri 23 Oct
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Duration
2 hours
Difficulty
Moderate
Season
All year
Starts in
Reykjahlíð
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Starts at
Mývatn Berjaya Iceland Hotel - Parking / Lobby
Reynihlíð , Reykjahlíð
Departs
07:30, 07:45, 08:15, 08:30
Minimum age
7
Cancellation
Free until 24 hours before
Meeting point, in Geo Travel's words: Please Note Hotel pickup Starts at Sel Hotel and Hotel Laxá - Pickup for Vogafjos & Fosshotel can be a bit later
About this experience
Hverfjall/Hverfell is one of the biggest tephra crater in the world. It is rather easy to climb up the crater and walk the circle on the rim. The view from the crater is great and it is really easy to realize the effects that the movements of the tectonic plates have on the environment.
Geo Travel will bring Crampon spikes for your shoes, depends on condicions of the path, snowshoes if the snow conditions are difficult and other safety equipment if needed. .
We will get you ready to have an enjoyable time with us in a wonderful area
Description from the operator, Geo Travel. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.
Good to know
Warm clothes
- Hat & Gloves
Hiking Shoes ( when needed We will provide Ice crampons for grip )
The Tour Includes a 2-3km hiking with aprox 120m incline to the top of mt.Hverfjall
Cancellation for this tour
Free cancellation until 24 hours before departure; no refund after that. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.
If the weather cancels this tour
Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is wind above the treeline and river levels after rain — the guide decides on the day. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.
- 1Geo Travel decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
- 2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
- 3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.
What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until 1 day before departure, the operator's policy after that.
Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →
Why this one and not the cheaper one?
The nearest cheaper Hiking with Husky in Akureyri from goHusky is €95 — €29 less. Here is every difference we can actually measure.
| Geo Travel · €124 | goHusky · €95 | |
|---|---|---|
| How hard it is | Moderate | Easy |
On everything we can measure, the goHusky tour is the better buy. The €29 is not buying anything we can point to, so unless you want this operator in particular, take the cheaper one.
Sold out on your date?
Seats come back — a cancellation, or the operator adding a vehicle. Tell us the date and we will check once a day and email you if one opens. One email, then we delete the address; nothing else is ever sent to it.
Who this is not for
- Children under 7 cannot join this one.
- Not for late risers on your first morning — the earliest departure is 07:30, and Reykjavík pickups start before that.
Read off the operator's own conditions. If none of it applies to you, this is a good one.
Why we list it
Geo Travel is one of 204 operators we work with — chosen for reliability, honest descriptions and how they treat guests when weather changes plans. We don't list everything; we list what we'd book ourselves. The six checks every operator passes →
What travellers say about Geo Travel
Read all 154 reviews on Google →Operator rating 4.9/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.
★★★★★ · 3 months ago
Rúna was an outstanding tour guide. He brought incredible energy, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude from start to finish. It was a very long day, but his engaging commentary and great sense of humor made the time fly by. He confidently navigated some truly adventurous conditions, including river crossings and driving through snow, all while making us feel safe and comfortable. Along the way, he shared fascinating stories about Icelandic history, geology, and culture that made every stop even more meaningful. This was an unforgettable experience, and Rúna played a huge part in making it so memorable. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Iceland.
★★★★★ · 4 weeks ago
The Lofthellir ice cave tour was exceptional and includes a hike across a lava field before going into the cave. Our guide Anton is local and was incredibly knowledgeable about the geology and formations as well as the ecosystem. This is one of my favorite things I’ve done in Iceland.
★★★★★ · a month ago
We make one 2 hours tour with my son by ATV … it was just perfect. The guide was very friendly and give us good explanation about the mountains and the lakes, ….
★★★★★ · a month ago
We had a great time on our buggy ATV tour with Alejandro this morning! We enjoyed the buggy instruction, exciting tour, and interesting lessons about Icelandic geology. We already know this will be one of the highlights of our already eventful vacation to Iceland. Highly recommend!!
Reviews from Google · updated 21 Oct 2026
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Hiking & trekking — questions people ask
When can you hike in Landmannalaugar?
Late June to September. The highland roads to Landmannalaugar are closed by snow the rest of the year, and the opening date shifts with the weather each summer. In season, day tours from Reykjavík (/experience/16823/) run about fourteen hours with a three- to five-hour guided hike and a soak in the hot river. If you have your own 4x4, the meet-on-location hike (/experience/254326/) skips the bus.
How hard is the Laugavegur trek?
Moderate to hard. It is 55 kilometres over four days from Landmannalaugar to Þórsmörk, with river crossings, snow patches in July and weather that can turn to sleet in August. You do not need technical skills, but you need to carry a pack and walk five to eight hours a day. Guided treks (/experience/738812/) handle logistics and camping gear; the luggage transfer (/experience/1036525/) lets self-guided walkers carry a day pack only.
Can you hike to the volcano near Reykjavík?
Yes, when it is safe. The Reykjanes eruption sites at Fagradalsfjall and around Grindavík have drawn hikers since 2021, and guided tours (/experience/629086/, /experience/620679/) follow the routes the Civil Protection authority has open. If there is an active eruption, access changes daily and tours adapt or pause. The lava is usually cooled and crusted; you see fresh black rock and steam, not flowing lava. Wear boots; the ground is rough.
What should I pack for a day hike in Iceland?
Waterproof jacket and trousers, not a poncho; the wind will shred it. Hiking boots with ankle support, wool or synthetic layers, hat, gloves, sunglasses and a packed lunch with two litres of water. In the highlands add a warm mid-layer even in July. Guides carry first aid and route knowledge, not your rain gear. Cotton jeans and trainers are the most common reason people have a miserable day.
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