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Snæfellsnes & Vatnshellir Lava Cave - PRIVATE TOUR

Reykjavik, Iceland
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from $251.08 per person

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12 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Did you know Snæfellsnes was featured in Jules Verne's classic "Journey to the Centre of the Earth"? We won't go quite that far, but still see some unforgettable sights, and partake in amazing adventures of our own! Get ready for a full day of exploring, and make sure to grab your camera!

What's Included

  • Remember to bring warm clothes and your camera
  • Ticket to Vatnshellir Lava Cave
  • Guided Tour
  • Meal
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Vatnshellir Cave

Vatnshellir lava cave is a lava tube in a 8000 year lava field. The lava was formed in an eruption in a nearby crater Purkhólar. During the eruption the lava flowed downhill, cooling down on the surface while still running below, ultimately draining out and leaving a beautiful lava tube, which is now accessible.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Arnarstapi

Arnarstapi is a small and ancient fishing village.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hellnar

Hellnar is a small and ancient fishing village. The beach at Hellnar has amazing rock formation which we will visit.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Djupalonssandur Beach

Djúpalónssandur Black Beach: The Djúpalónssandur Black Beach is a bay at the tip of Snæfellsnes Peninsula. The black small pebbles on the beach have been smoothed by the ocean waves, and amongst them are scattered rusty parts of a wreckage of a ship that stranded in the area in 1948. In the old days fishermen used to test their strength by lifting heavy rocks, that still lie there. Heaviest is Fullsterkur ("full strength"), weighing 154 kg, next is Hálfsterkur ("half strength") weighing 100 kg, hálfdrættingur ("weakling") weighing 54 kg and Amlóði ("Useless") 23 kg. They were traditionally used to qualify men for work on fishing boats, with the Hálfdrættingur being the minimum weight a man would have to lift onto a ledge at hip-height to qualify.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Londrangar Basalt Cliffs

Lóndrangar Cliffs: The Lóndrangar Cliffs are rock peaks that have formed by erosion of the surrounding material. Lóndrangar are volcanic plugs of basalt, at 75 and 61 meters of height.Kirkjufell and Kirkjufell Waterfall: Kirkjufell and Kirkjufell waterfall. Kirkjufell, located on the northern site of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, is one of the most picturesque mountains in Iceland. You might recognize it from TV as well.  With the Kirkjufell Waterfall also in the vicinity, it makes a wonderful and memorable nature stop.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Kirkjufell Mountain

Kirkjufell Mountain and Kirkjufell Waterfall: Kirkjufell, located on the northern site of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, is one of the most picturesque mountains in Iceland, and with the Kirkjufell waterfall in the vicinity makes a wonderful nature stop.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Make sure you check the weather and dress accordingly

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Snæfellsnes & Vatnshellir Lava Cave – PRIVATE TOUR?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Snæfellsnes & Vatnshellir Lava Cave – PRIVATE TOUR?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Remember to bring warm clothes and your camera.
  • Ticket to Vatnshellir Lava Cave.
  • Guided Tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Meal.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Snæfellsnes & Vatnshellir Lava Cave - PRIVATE TOUR is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Snæfellsnes & Vatnshellir Lava Cave – PRIVATE TOUR will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Remember to bring warm clothes and your camera
  • Ticket to Vatnshellir Lava Cave
  • Guided Tour
  • Meal

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Make sure you check the weather and dress accordingly

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