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title: Iceland Volcanic Eruption Area Helicopter Tour from Reykjavík
lang: en
type: tour
city: Reykjavik
country: Iceland
price: 429
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.72
reviews: 232
duration_minutes: 35
duration_max_minutes: 45
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 4 of 4 (Helicopter & Flight Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-22
data_updated: 2026-10-22
canonical: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/tours/iceland-volcanic-eruption-area-helicopter-tour-from-reykjav-k/
---

# Iceland Volcanic Eruption Area Helicopter Tour from Reykjavík

In our comparison: #4 of 4 in Helicopter & Flight Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Discover Iceland’s newest volcanic eruption site on a thrilling helicopter tour over the Reykjanes Peninsula, where dramatic lava fields and crater formations tell the story of recent eruptions. Although the volcano is not currently active, the aerial views of the transformed landscape offer a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Flights are weather-dependent and require a minimum of four passengers. In the event of poor conditions, you’ll be offered a reschedule or full refund. Soar above Iceland’s raw natural power—book your seat today!

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Please search on Google maps: ACE FBO…
- 13 start times: between 08:00 and 20:00
- Food not included: bring or buy your own

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €429 per person
- Duration: 35m–45m
- Rating: 4.72/5 from 232 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: GlacierHeli
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 13 start times between 08:00 and 20:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22

## Reviews

4.72 from 232 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 213 of 232.

- 5 stars: 203 (88%)
- 4 stars: 10 (4%)
- 3 stars: 9 (4%)
- 2 stars: 3 (1%)
- 1 star: 7 (3%)

## What's included

- Helicopter Tour of New Volcanic Area in Iceland
- Fuel surcharge

## Not included

- Food & Drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and drop off

## Itinerary

1. **Reykjanes Peninsula** (20m) - is one of Iceland’s most geologically active regions, located just 30 km (19 miles) from Reykjavík. Home to multiple eruptions since 2021, this volcanic zone offers visitors a rare chance to witness freshly formed lava fields and dramatic landscapes shaped by ongoing tectonic...
2. **Reykjavik** (pass by, no stop) - Reykjavík, Iceland’s capital, offers stunning aerial views from above, where the colorful cityscape meets the icy blues of Faxaflói Bay. From your vantage point, you’ll see the city’s charming rooftops, sweeping coastline, and the vibrant contrast between urban life and...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 13 start times between 08:00 and 20:00
- 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.

## Meeting point

Please search on Google maps: ACE FBO Reykjavik if you are coming with a TAXI or rental car its just behind Reykjavik Hotel Natura.

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## Compared with other Helicopter & Flight Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #4 of 4** | €429 | 35 min–45 min | 4.72 (232) | shared |
| [Reykjavik Helicopter Private Tour of Volcanoes](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/reykjavik-helicopter-private-tour-of-volcanoes/?format=md) | €1804 per group | 40 min | 5.0 (39) | private |
| [Private Reykjavik Helicopter Flight: Reykjanes Peninsula and Volcanic Landscapes](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/private-reykjavik-helicopter-flight-reykjanes-peninsula-and-volcanic-landscapes/?format=md) | €3415 per group | 1h | 4.94 (54) | private |
| [Fire and Ice Helicopter Tour Glacier and Hengill Geothermal Area](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/fire-and-ice-helicopter-tour-glacier-and-hengill-geothermal-area/?format=md) | €790 | 1h 40m | 4.79 (113) | shared |

Ranked #4 of 4 in Helicopter & Flight Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €429 to €790, median €610; typical length 50 min. 2 of 4 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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