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title: 2 Day Snæfellsnes Tour Lava Caving and the Northern Lights
lang: en
type: tour
city: Reykjavik
country: Iceland
price: 440
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.63
reviews: 52
duration_minutes: 2880
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 24 of 32 (Northern Lights Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-22
data_updated: 2026-10-22
canonical: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/tours/2-day-sn-fellsnes-tour-lava-caving-and-the-northern-lights/
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# 2 Day Snæfellsnes Tour Lava Caving and the Northern Lights

In our comparison: #24 of 32 in Northern Lights Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Join our incredible adventure to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, where you’ll explore an 8,000-year-old lava tube, geothermal areas, seal colonies, and the breathtaking Kirkjufell Mountain—one of Iceland’s most photographed landmarks. 
Follow in the footsteps of Jules Verne, Walter Mitty, and other explorers as you discover Iceland’s diverse and stunning landscapes.

Your journey begins in Reykjavik, where your guide will pick you up for an unforgettable West Iceland adventure. 
On the first day, you’ll explore the wonders of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, including the famous Kirkjufell, the charming Arnarstapi fishing village, and black church of Búðir. After a day of sightseeing, you’ll spend the night in either Stykkishólmur or Borgarnes, depending on hotel availability.

On the second day, you’ll venture into the Víðgelmir lava cave, one of Iceland’s largest lava tubes, before visiting the stunning Hraunfossar and Barnafossar waterfalls, along with other scenic stops.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Starts 08:00: one departure a day
- Food included: Overnight accommodation with breakfast
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €440 per person
- Duration: 48h
- Rating: 4.63/5 from 52 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Troll Expeditions
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 08:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22

## Reviews

4.63 from 52 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
90% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 47 of 52.

- 5 stars: 47 (90%)
- 4 stars: 0 (0%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 1 (2%)
- 1 star: 4 (8%)

## What's included

- WiFi on board
- Vidgelmir Lava Cave
- Overnight accommodation with breakfast
- Driver/Guide

## Not included

- Lunch & Dinner
- Hiking Boots Rental (3,000 ISK)
- Waterproof Jacket Rental (1,750 ISK)
- Waterproof Pants Rental (1,750 ISK)
- Luggage Storage (1750 ISK)

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Good to know

- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable

## Compared with other Northern Lights Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #24 of 32** | €440 | 2 days | 4.63 (52) | shared |
| [Reykjavik Northern Lights Tour with Pro Aurora Photos Small Group](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/reykjavik-northern-lights-tour-with-pro-aurora-photos-small-group/?format=md) | €144 | 3h | 4.93 (568) | shared |
| [3-Day Ice Cave, South Coast, Golden Circle and Northern Lights](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/3-day-ice-cave-south-coast-golden-circle-and-northern-lights/?format=md) | €906 | 3 days | 4.92 (689) | shared |
| [Private 2-Day Glacier Lagoon, Ice Cave and Northern Lights](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/private-2-day-glacier-lagoon-ice-cave-and-northern-lights/?format=md) | €6707 per group | 2 days | 5.0 (111) | private |

Ranked #24 of 32 in Northern Lights Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €77 to €1304, median €181; typical length 4h. 8 of 32 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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