Experience the Reykjanes Peninsula lava fields, geothermal steam and landscape

Experience the Reykjanes Peninsula lava fields, geothermal steam and landscape

On this tour, you drive to some of the most exciting land formations at Reykjanes Peninsula with a local guide who has traveled, and studied the Peninsula for decades. This part of Iceland is a product of intense volcanic activity and is among its youngest parts. You will learn about fissures, craters, eruptions, lava, volcanos, the Blue Lagoon, how it was discovered, and how Iceland takes advantage of the geothermal power. The rift zone comes ashore here from its grave, long, and winding stretch through the Atlantic Ocean from Antarctica. It is the part of Iceland characterized and marked by volcanic and geothermal activity; a region that was more or less uninhabitable throughout the centuries from the time of settlement. This is a quality tour, combining history and geology. We will travel in a new modified Toyota Land Cruiser 4X4 vehicle fit for a secure drive on slippery roads in winter. Enjoy the stunning landscape in a relaxed manner with a highly knowledgeable local guide.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Kleifarvatn Lake, Road 42 Iceland

Kleifarvatn is the largest lake on the Reykjanes Peninsula. It is situated on the fissure zone of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge a short distance from the dramatic geothermal area of Seltún.The lake is incredibly deep, 97 meters (318 feet) at its deepest point.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Krisuvikurberg, Iceland

Krísuvíkurberg is a 6-kilometer wide cliff south on the coastline of Reykjanes Peninsula. Although not particularly high, around 50 to 70 meters, it is an impressive sight as it stretches along the coastline. The cliff is a home to tens of thousands of birds and is a spectacular geological phenomenon.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Blue Lagoon, Nordurljosavegur 9, Grindavik 240 Iceland

We drive by the Svartsengi Power Plant and Central heating plant. You get to see how the Blue Lagoon came about as a product of the power plant and understand the connection between the geothermal power and the Blue Lagoon

Stop At: Bridge Between Continents, Road 425 Iceland

The ridge is where two tectonic plates meet and seem to be in agreement to drift apart. And here you can walk between the two tectonic plates on a bridge where North America and Europe drift apart.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Gunnuhver Hot Springs, East of Reykjanes Lighthouse GPS Points N63° 49' 11.500 W22° 41' 14.623, Grindavik Iceland

A highly active geothermal area of mud pools and steam vents boiling practically under your feet.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Reykjanes, Reykjanes, Reykjanes Peninsula

The tip of the Reykjanes Peninsula is a spectacular place where you see the large forces of nature at work. The cliffs and stacks produced by the volcanic activity throughout centuries fighting the ocean and the wind. A stunning sight.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Folk Museum in Gardur & Lighthouses, Skagabraut 100, Gardur 250 Iceland

The two lighthouses in Garður village at Reykjanes Peninsula

Duration: 5 minutes