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15 Best Reykjavik Hikes

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The 15 reykjavik hikes worth lacing up for. A short list of the trails hikers finish grinning about, with the distance, the price and who guides them.

15 Best Reykjavik Hikes

Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach - The glacier hike: Sólheimajökull with crampons and real confidence
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Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

1.Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

Reykjavik day trip to Sólheimajökull glacier, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, and Reynisfjara black sand beach with expert guides.

Most Popular 4.8

“Great adventures. Safe. CRAMPONS. Glacier walking. Plentiful stops. Sara was a fantastic guide - described everything in such detail and answered questions well. Able to adapt to slower members of the group and tailored walks as such, for us she all ensured we felt like we could push ourselves! Suitable for all ages (25-64) Fab…”

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Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour - Your 9-hour game plan from Reykjavik
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Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour

2.Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour

Hike near fresh Reykjanes volcano sites, then see steam vents, Reykjanes Lighthouse, and the Bridge Between Continents on a 9-hour trip.

4.6

“Collin, our driver+guide had taken great care of us in entire trip.During our hike, it was very windy on our way upwards and for safety reasons we didn't go ahead. However Collin had a backup plan and took us to the valley where we walked on the recent lava fields, the lava formations was amazing…”

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Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site - What $126 buys: transport plus geology coaching
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Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

3.Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

Reykjavík guided hike to Litli Hrutur and Geldingadalur lava sites near Fagradalsfjall, plus Seltún geothermal colors and geology.

4.4

“Wonderful! The Seltún geothermal springs were a nice start to the trip. After that, we went to the eruption site and took a 1.5-hour hike through the lava. It’s an exciting experience to walk on relatively fresh lava (still warm in some areas) with its beautiful forms and mineralizations. There was even the possibility to…”

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From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip - Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach: geology you can actually see
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From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

4.From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

Glacier hike on Sólheimajökull plus Skógafoss, Reynisfjara and Seljalandsfoss from Reykjavik. Small-group, gear included, Wi‑Fi onboard.

5.0

“(1) Wear a hip-length jacket because you’ll be wearing a harness on the glacier hike that must be accessible in the event of a fall. Longer jackets will need to be rolled or bunched up, which isn’t comfortable. (2) don’t wear a hat with a Pom-pom because you’ll be wearing a helmet. (3) moderate fitness…”

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Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik - Troll.is first: a quick launch into South Coast mode
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Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

5.Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

Reykjavik south coast in a small group: Sólheimajökull glacier hike, Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, and black-sand beach with gear and pickup.

5.0

“This was one of my most memorable experience. Our tour guide (Juliana) was very accommodating and friendly. She took good care of our group. Plus, we had Jon as our glacier guide and he kept us safe while telling us fun stories. I would definitely recommend folks to do this tour!!”

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From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist - Reykjavík Pickup and the Reykjanes Peninsula Road Lesson
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From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist

Glacier Hike, South Coast Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach - Stop 2 Skógafoss: The 65-Meter Drop and the Gold Legend
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Glacier Hike, South Coast Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach

From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Day Hike - Pickup times and the bumpy F-road bus ride
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From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Day Hike

Reykjavík: Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls - Pickup, Van Comfort, and the Small-Group Advantage
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Reykjavík: Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls

9.Reykjavík: Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls

South Coast icons plus a guided Sólheimajökull glacier hike. Waterfalls, black sand, and crampons included in an 11-hour day.

4.9

“It was amazing! The transportation was easy, convenient and comfortable. Our guide Adonis was awesome and made the trip even better. We were SO lucky with the weather as we had a nice sunny day, which made the glacier hike simply brilliant. The black sand beach was spectacular and those waves were no joke. Both…”

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Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide - Fagradalsfjall Hike: walking on fresh lava that’s still doing its thing
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Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide

10.Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide

Hike Iceland’s active Fagradalsfjall volcano from Reykjavík with a local guide, geothermal stops, and planet-like Reykjanes Peninsula views.

5.0

“We had an excellent time! Sigrun was very knowledgeable and told us a lot of Iceland history and culture as we traveled to the lava fields. It was an experience my whole family really enjoyed!”

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From Reykjavik: South Coast & Glacier Hike - Seljalandsfoss: the 60-meter fall you walk behind
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From Reykjavik: South Coast & Glacier Hike

11.From Reykjavik: South Coast & Glacier Hike

A 12-hour Reykjavik day trip hitting South Coast waterfalls, Reynisfjara black sand, and a guided Sólheimajökull glacier hike with gear.

4.9

“Our day trip was amazing! Our guides Isabella and Elana from Greece were incredible and super knowledgeable- they helped us and made sure we were safe and ready for our adventure! I wish there was a little more time at the different waterfalls but overall this was great!”

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Reykjavik: Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip - Getting to Bláfjöll From Reykjavik: The Meeting Point Matters
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Reykjavik: Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip

12.Reykjavik: Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip

Descend 120 meters into Thrihnukagigur Volcano from Reykjavik on a guided hike, then warm up with soup and hot drinks.

4.8

“Pick up and drop off easy peasy. The views as usual were just stunning. The weather was worse than expected, they had talked about cancelling it. But I’m so glad that they didn’t. The severe winds made the hike and small climb up so much more fun and entertaining. The guides were very good at…”

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Reykjavík: Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro - Small-group pacing on the ice (up to 8): why it feels more personal
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Reykjavík: Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro

13.Reykjavík: Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro

A small-group hike and optional ice-climbing lesson on Sólheimajökull, with pro gear, glacier safety skills, and Iceland’s South Coast stops.

4.8

“I had Daniel as a guid and he made it feel like it was a hike with friends. Was very friendly fun and informative. I was lucky enough to be in a small group of 3 so we managed to get 3 climbs in and explored the glacier for a while. Has been my favourite…”

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Skaftafell: Small-Group Vatnajökull Glacier Hike (Moderate) - Getting geared up for Vatnajökull: crampons, axe, harness, and shoe rules
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Skaftafell: Small-Group Vatnajökull Glacier Hike (Moderate)

Reykjavik: South Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier Hike Small-Group - Price and value: what you’re really paying for
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Reykjavik: South Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier Hike Small-Group

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