Adventures in the Hengill area – Up in the sky and into the earth
Discover the Hengill area on this adventurous tour, with a thrilling zipline ride, enter a volcanic lava tunnel within the earth’s crust, and learn how Icelanders use earth’s heat for anything from energy production to relaxation in natural pools.
Dates: 28 - 29 September
Departure
Date: 28 September
Time: 14:00 GMT
Location: BSÍ bus terminal, Reykjavík (subject to change)
Return
Date: 29 September
Time: 14:00 GMT
Location: BSÍ bus terminal, Reykjavík (subject to change)
Participants
Min: 8
Max: 15
Price
ISK: 35,000
EUR: 240
What's included
- Bus transfers to- and from Reykjavík, and during the tour.
- English-speaking guide
- Coffee/tea & refreshments during the tour
- 1 night incl. breakfast at Greenhouse Hotel
- MegaZipline tour*
- Entrance to the Geothermal Exhibition
- Guided tour of Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel**
- 1 Evening dinner
- Extra visits to explore new tourism developments may be included in the tour if time allows
* To ride the MegaZipline, participants must be between 30-120 kg. Minimum weight may be raised in certain wind conditions.
** The Lava Tunnel tour is not strenuous (difficulty level 1/5) and should be easy for most people. However, it is not recommended for people with poor balance or people who have difficulty walking up and down steep stairs.
What's not included
- Extra beverages for dinner
- Lunch on 28/9
Deviation / Please Note
Visit South Iceland reserves the right to adjust the tour plan to weather conditions if deemed necessary.
Tour description and schedule
Get to know the Hengill area
On this pre-tour, Visit South Iceland and its partners invite you to discover the fascinating Hengill area, characterized by moss-covered lava fields, steaming geothermal ground and accessible mountain trails.
The Geothermal Exhibition
We will visit the Geothermal Exhibition at Iceland’s largest geothermal plant, where visitors can see first-hand how the power of the Hengill volcanic system is harnessed to produce electricity and hot water.
MegaZipline
Prepare for excitement! At Mega Zipline we will fly for a kilometer from the top of the Kambar plateau overlooking the town of Hveragerði to the trailhead of the Reykjadalur hot spring valley.
The Lava Tunnel – Raufarhólshellir
A journey into The Lava Tunnel is a unique experience and a great opportunity to witness the inner workings of a volcanic eruption as one walks in the path of lava that flowed 5200 years ago. Paths and platform have been installed in the cave, making it easily accessble for most people. Award winning Lighting has been installed in the tunnel as well, clearly showing the unique geological features that the tunnel has to offer.
The Greenhouse
The group will dine together and stay overnight at The Greenhouse, a new destination which combines food, drink, shopping, accommodation and entertainment in one experience. At The Greenhouse Hotel, every room offers mountain views.
Learn about new developments
In between activities, we will get a chance to learn about new developments as well as popular attractions in the area, including hot springs and pools, accommodation options, restaurants, museums and exciting outdoor activities.
What to wear
You need warm clothes suitable to the Icelandic weather (warm sweater, rain clothes, walking shoes, gloves, hat) Most experiences are outdoors.
What to bring
Warm & outdoor clothes, good walking shoes, casual clothes for dinner.
Tour Contact
Name: Árdís Erna Halldórsdóttir
Email: ardis@south.is
Phone: +354 560 2050
