Tour price comparison

Private Helgafell Day Hike to Lava Caves and Elves

30 MINUTES DRIVE from Reykjavik city center LENGTH: 8 km – 5 miles ELEVATION GAIN: 290 m – 951 ft DIFFICULTY: easy/moderate DURATION: 5hrs AGE LIMIT: 16+ Embark on an unforgettable day hike to Helgafell. Formed under a massive ice sheet, this flat-topped tuya offers spectacular panoramic views of Reykjavik and the stunning Reykjanes Peninsula, providing the perfect setting for a memorable adventure (elevation: 300m / 980 ft). Known as the “holy mountain,” Helgafell holds deep cultural significance, steeped in captivating folklore of elves and the “hidden people” who are said to inhabit its rocks. An exciting part of this adventure is the opportunity to explore lava caves, where you can enter Iceland’s fascinating volcanic underworld. Exploring these mysterious depths is like stepping back in time to a place where the earth itself is still alive and shifting. With an expert "international mountain leader" guiding you, you’ll gain deep insights into Iceland’s geology and folklore.

From

$521.10ISK 63,131 charged by the operator · Frankfurter / ECB 2026-09-04checked 21h ago
Compare 2 offers
Duration
6 hours
Season
year-round
Cancellation
Free cancellation available
Confirmation
Instant
Operated by
Hikers of Iceland

Tour photos

Private Helgafell Day Hike to Lava Caves and Elves: supplier photo
  • Private Helgafell Day Hike to Lava Caves and Elves: supplier photo 2

Photos supplied by the booking partners listed below.

Compare offers

We may earn a commission when you book through these links, at no extra cost to you. How we make money.

  • TourDesk

    Operated by Hikers of Iceland

    Private Day Hike to Helgafell: Lava Caves and Elves

    Book on TourDesk · $521.10

    ISK 63,131 charged by the operator

    checked 21h ago

  • Viator

    Private Helgafell Day Hike to Lava Caves and Elves

    Free cancellationInstant confirmation
    Book on Viator · $815.67

    checked 22h ago

Prices show when they were last checked. Offers older than 48 hours, or without a check time, are shown as “Check price” so you can confirm the current operator price directly.

Plan your trip

Guides for this trip

Reading that helps you plan the places and activities on this tour.

Attractions to pair with this tour

Ticketed places that fit around the same trip, with entry offers compared the same way as tours.

Tools for this trip

Free planners for the practical side of the same days out.