Scenic Helicopter Flight over the Volcanic Eruption Site
Discover Iceland's volcanic marvels on Norðurflug Helicopter Tours' Volcano Eruption Tour, where you'll witness the captivating newest eruption site.
Practical information
Please note that the eruption is no longer active, nevertheless, it is an absolutely beautiful sight !
This eruption was previously active as follows:
- March 19th – September 2021 (Fagradalsfjall)
- August 3rd, 2022 (Meradalir)
- July 10th/August 2023 (Litli-Hrútur)
- December 18th, 2023 (Sundhnúkur)
- January 14th, 2024 (Hagafell)
- February 8th, 2024 (Sundhnúkur)
- March 20th - May 8th, 2024 ((Sundhnúkur)
- May 29th - June 22nd, 2024 (Sundhnúkur)
- August 22nd - September 5th, 2024 (Sundhnúkur)
- November 20th - December 8th, 2024 (Sundhnúkur & Stóra Skógfell)
Course of events
- Arrive at the aerodrome and meet the pilot
- Departure for the flight over the past eruption site
- Overflight of the volcanic area
- Return to the aerodrome and end of the activity
Activity requirements
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please be advised that any passengers over 120 kg (265 lbs) are required to pay for 1.5 seats in the helicopter. This will ensure that everyone on the tour has a comfortable and safe ride!
Special terms
Please keep in mind that eruptions are an event of nature and it may or may not be active at the time of your tour. As of now, the eruption is no longer active. However, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the volcano from above!
Spoken languages:
Icelandic, EnglishIncluded
- Pilot
- Helicopter flight over volcanic eruption site
Do not forget to bring
- Warm Clothes
- Camera / GoPro
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Discover Iceland's volcanic marvels on Norðurflug Helicopter Tours' Volcano Eruption Tour, where you'll witness the captivating newest or past eruption site.
On arrival at Reykjavik domestic airport, you'll meet your pilot who will accompany you on this helicopter flight to the newest or past eruption site. Once the safety instructions have been given, you'll set off on your 35-minute adventure in the air aboard an AS350 B2 Ecureuil helicopter with seating for 5 passengers or an Airbus EC130 with 6 seats.
When the eruption is active, you will contemplate the lava flowing from the air on this unique and unforgettable panoramic flight! When it is no longer active, you'll have an unbeatable view, a memorable spectacle to see from every angle! You'll get up close and personal to an erupting volcano, and experience an unforgettable moment to capture in photographs...
Discover Iceland's unique landscape on a helicopter flight over the eruption site of the volcanoes of Iceland!
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