2-Day Icelandic Adventure Package

Our day will begin with meeting the lava caving guide. At the beginning of the tour, you will be provided with all the necessary safety equipment (helmet with a head torch, walking stick, and crampons in winter). Once you're ready, you'll head into the lava tube for your lava caving adventure.

Even though the lava tube is usually entirely dark, the lights illuminate the most impressive parts. You'll see that the cave's walls are emerald, ruby, turquoise, and lilac shades. That is because of the minerals that color the lava structure. Your guide will tell you how the lava shaped this cave into the tubular form we see today. 

Raufarholshellir's environment changes depending on the season. In the winter, ice shards and ice stalagmites cover the cave, while in the summer, it's drier, with multi-colored minerals covering the walls. 

How big is Raufarholshellir? At some points, the ceiling reaches up to 10 meters high. The visitors are usually amazed by its grandiosity. 

In terms of difficulty, the walk is relatively easy. There are developed footbridges in most parts. The natural parts are uneven but easily accessed. People of all ages and abilities can participate in this tour, as long as they are comfortable walking through rough terrain.

After the lava caving adventure, our day is not finished. There's another experience yet to come. Whale watching is one of the most exciting activities you can do in Iceland. We'll meet at the Old Harbor in Reyjavik, and once you board our custom-made RIB boat, our journey begins. 

We will cross the Atlantic ocean waves till we reach the place called "the puffin island." Its name is Akurey, but it has been nicknamed since those lovely birds come to nest here between late spring and early summer. Seeing the adorable puffins will be an excellent amusement for both children and adults. 

 Then, we will continue down to Kollafjordur bay, where the actual whale watching begins. Since Mother Nature is in charge, the real sightings cannot be guaranteed, but our expert guides will use their knowledge to increase the chances. 

Who lives down there in the waters? Iceland is home to over twenty whale species, including Minke Whales and Sperm Whales. Harbour Porpoises, White-beaked Dolphins, and Orcas are seen there as well. On some occasions, the majestic Blue Whale also crosses through the Icelandic waters. This is one of the few places where you can see the largest living creature in the world. 

We will head back to Reykjavik at the end of the day, full of adventures, taking the scenic route by the coastline. If we're lucky, we may even spot some seals or more nesting birds along the way!

Day Highlights

• Exploring a Magnificent Lava Tunnel
• Learning about Lava Cave’s History
• Whale Watching with an Exper Guide

Included

• Pick-up & drop off from Reykjavík
• Guided Tour with a Certified Caving Guide
• All Necessary Safety Equipment for Caving
• Guided Whale Watching Tour
• Safety Gear for Whale Watching

The second day will be filled with South Coast attractions and the highlight of the day - a glacier hike. 

The first stop of the day will be the magnificent Seljalandsfoss waterfall. This waterfall is unique because you can walk behind it and see it from the inside. There's another "hidden waterfall" just a short walk away from Seljalandsfoss. Gljúfrabúi is hidden by the rock facade, with just a narrow gap between rocks revealing its grandiosity. If you're brave enough, you can walk up the river to the fall!

We can get a pretty good view of Eyjafjallajökull and Hekla while driving the South Coast if the day is clear. Eyjafjallajökull is an infamous volcano whose eruption caused a significant disruption in European air space in 2010.

Next on our agenda is a memorable hike through the Solheimajokull glacier. You'll get a chance to witness the beautiful ice formations and hear a lot about glaciers from your expert glacier guide. 

After the thrilling glacier hike, we'll continue our South Coast adventure to the Reynisfjara black sand beach. It is famous for basalt columns and Reynisdrangar cliffs, which, according to the legend, are nothing else than trolls who were turned into stone by the morning sun. 

Our last stop will take us to a nonetheless impressive waterfall. Skogafoss is a beautiful 60-meter water cascade falling with enormous force. It's an impressive sight from the grounds, but you can climb 527 steps to see it from above as well.

Day Highlights

• Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
• Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
• Skogafoss Waterfall
• Hekla Volcano View
• Solheimajokull Glacier
• Reynisdrangar Basalt Sea Stacks
• Eyjafjallajokull Glacier / Volcano View
• Gljúfrabúi - The Hidden Waterfall

Included

• Pick-up & drop off from Reykjavík
• Guided Tour to the highlights of the South Coast
• Glacier Walk on Sólheimajökull
• Certified Glacier Guide
• Specialized Glacier Gear
• Small Group Minibus Tour
• Free WiFi on Board Your Bus

Pick-up Information: You’ll be picked up from your hotel or nearby selected meeting point in Reykjavik for every tour. Picking everyone up can take up to 30 minutes so your patience is greatly appreciated.

The pickup times and duration for tours are:

• Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel Tour: Pick-up at 08:45, duration approximately 3 hours with 1 hour of lava caving.
• Rib Boat - Whale Watching from Reykjavík: Pick-up at 14:00, duration approximately 2 hours.
• South Coast Sightseeing and Glacier Hike from Reykjavík: Pick-up at 08:00, duration approximately 12 hours.

Available pick-up points: pick-up list.

Please note: Accommodation and meals are not included. All tours commence from Reykjavík, so you will need to arrange accommodation in the city. Pick up and drop off are available from various points for each of the day tours.

This is a combination of two separate tours. If one of the tours is cancelled, you will still be able to join the other part.