The Lava Tunnel Tour - Raufarhólshellir
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Explore the magnificent lava tunnel Raufarhólshellir, one of the longest and best-known lava tubes in Iceland. Located just 30-40 minutes from Reykjavík, the tunnel is easily accessible year round. Discover the inner workings of a volcanic eruption and walk along the path where lava flowed during the Leitahraun eruption, which occurred approximately 5200 years ago. Our tour is approximately one hour whereas platforms and lights have been incorporated - making the experience of visiting the cave simply breathtaking. The tour includes all necessary equipment. Choose your preferred departure time upon booking. Please note that this tour does not include pick up and is for self driving passengers only.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommend for children under the age of 3
Not recommended for people with back, knee or other health issues
Sturdy shoes are important and it is recommend that you bring rain coat / jacket.
Bathrooms are available on location.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Explore the magnificent lava tunnel Raufarhólshellir, one of the longest and best-known lava tubes in Iceland. Discover the inner workings of a volcanic eruption and walk along the path where lava flowed underground during the Leitahraun eruption over 5000 years ago. Our tour is approximately one hour whereas platforms and lights have been incorporated - making the experience of visiting the cave simply breathtaking. The tour difficulty is rated as easy, although guests need to walk over uneven surfaces and up and down stairs. Helmets and headlamps are provided and the guests go in a group with an English speaking guide who provides information about the unique geological features inside the Tunnel.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Lights
Helmets
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Standard Tour - 5 PM
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 3 PM
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 1 PM
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 4 PM
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 12 PM
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 10 AM
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 2 PM
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 11 AM
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Standard Tour - 9 AM
The tour is on the hour every hour and each tour takes approximately 55 - 60 minutes. We recommend you pre-book a tour to guarantee your place on the hour of your preferred time of day.
Reviews
2,460 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour
Happytraveller1357,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great tour. Good geological explanations given in an amusing way. We were a group of 4 in our 70s and 80s and we managed over the rough floor with the use of the walking poles provided.
Great tour
Connector14897141484,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked the one-hour tour. We were the only group booked at our time so we basically got a private tour. The guide was extremely knowledgeable. My wife has slight mobility issues, and the tour was not an issue for her. From what I understand though the 5 hour would have more problematic as the metal walkway ends were we finished the one-hour tour.
Lava Cave Exploring
woutero214,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It was an amazing evening tour. The guide explained everything in a fun way and gives us a good impression of the lava tunnel. I'm not telling in details but for your bucketlist alone it's worth visiting. We even got tips for hidden spots in Iceland at the end of the tour.
Great thing to do in Iceland
Joshua C,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an incredible and informative show.
A Fab Experience in Iceland
lesleyanneromeril,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Drive from hotel in Rekjavik for 11am slot. Easy to find. Alex, our guide, was great. Lots of info and humour. Loved when he turned off the lights. It’s an amazing experience. Worth the £. Highly recommend for all ages. They even had walking poles for anyone with mobility issues.
Journey to the Center of the Earth
514teddyh,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really interesting experience. With a Jules Verne Journey to the Center of the Earth kind of vibe.
Franziska Is the best and Lava tunnel is amazing
uqbahs,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing Experience with Franziska my tour guide. She was knowledgeable and fun to interact with. Prior to the tour, i had suffered a heel injury and she made sure I was comfortable, provided me with some sports medicine tape. She is amazing and cares a lot a out her work. I am glad I met Franziska as my tour guide and she made the Lava tunnel experience very memorable
Great experience
davinao444,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really interesting tour and not too arduous. The guide was very knowledgeable and amusing. Would recommend.
Would recommend
carriebell 822,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tunnel was amazing it was very interesting to see what the lava created. Our guide was very knowledgeable.
Nice but if you have to skip an activity then this would be an option to skip
Corina W,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Nice tour, but not as colorful as the photos indicate. Our guide was always yawning. Very annoying!!
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