Lava Caving Experience

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour

Mobile ticket

Explore Iceland’s ancient underground lava tunnels at Raufarholshellir lava tunnel on a caving experience! Hidden deep beneath the stunning Blue Mountains (Bláhnjúkur), the Raufarholshellir lava tunnel is home to a volcanic wonderland of rock formations, ice, and craters. Using specialist caving equipment, follow a local guide and hike through the tunnels to the cave, discovering Iceland’s otherworldly sights at their finest and witness the inner workings of a volcanic eruption.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Guided Tour with a Certified Caving Guide

All Necessary Safety Equipment

Helmet & Head Torch

Crampons (in winter)

Meals

Transport to and from Reykjavík

What To Expect

Raufarholshellir

Meet our experienced guide at the Lava Tunnel office and explore a stunning geological paradise Raufarholshellir lava tube.

1 hour • Admission Included

Options

Lava Caving Experience

Reviews

4.90

20 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Lava tunnel
Rhonda N,
May 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was such a cool tour! You can’t exploit lava tunnels without a tour guide so it’s def something worth checking out! Our guide was very nice, funny, and informative!
Love the icicles
geeijo,
Jan 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I enjoyed this trip, not too far from Reykjavik. The Lava tube was amazing adorned with icicles and upside down icicles! Our guide was super excited to show is the Lava tube and her "office".
Wonderful experience
Tasha P,
Dec 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Awesome! Very cool lava tube with beautiful colors, textures, and skylights! Stunning when the water drops freeze in a pile and the lights shine through them. They look like a bunch of candles. We highly recommend this activity!
Amazing Experience
Maxine W,
Dec 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very well organised. You are provided with everything you need (helmet, crampons & walking stick). The lady who was our guide was amazing. She made it very interesting and you could tell how much she loves her job. Full of enthusiasm and made us feel safe and able to ask questions. Would defiantly recommend this trip to anyone visiting Iceland.
Great tour
Sara B,
Oct 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Educational tour with actual geologists and vulcanologists. I learned a lot about how the volcanoes have shaped Iceland and its people. Highly recommend! Even the sulky teen had fun!
Lava Tunnel
Kirsty P,
Jun 2, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
What a great tour - the lava tunnel was so beautiful and the ice stalagmites made it feel even more primordial. Highly recommend this tour.
Great Lava Cave Tour
Sightseer598522,
May 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Awesome experience and Lili was great. The caves were a really cool experience and would highly recommend anyone going!
A Look at the Cave
Sharon Y,
Feb 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
My husband and I enjoyed going into the cave. I was concerned about the walk but it was relatively easy. The company provides you with equipment needed to take the quick trekk. The guide was knowledgeable.
Lava tunnel
Chandra C,
Nov 11, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great introduction to lava caves. Guides are very knowledgeable. It was super fascinating and by the end I wanted to do the excursion/longer tour!!!
Magnificent colours in a diffident world
marcsV4112IQ,
Aug 9, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience in the “real” tunnel with magnificent colours and stone formations. You need a good portion of condition for the three hour hike. Loved the knowledge and experience of our guide.