Exploration du cratère de Þríhnúkagígur

Explore the depths of a volcano

Country

Islande

Duration

1/2 journée

Âge minimum

À partir de 12 ans

Recommended physical condition

Très soutenue

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À vivre

Enter the bowels of the earth and discover the inside of a volcano that erupted 4,000 years ago.
A unique and exclusive experience allowing you to explore a true cathedral of lava in remarkable colours!
After an approach walk of about 3km (40-45 min. each way), you climb onto a walkway that takes you down to 120m below the surface, at the foot of a vast lava dome roomy enough to easily fit the Statue of Liberty!

Seasons

Our seasonal advice

The experience is only available from 15 May to 15 October.

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