Lava Tunnels Caving in Leiðarendi, near Reykjavik

Explore the underground lava tunnels at the heart of the Reykjanesfólkvangur nature reserve on a caving trip to Leiðarendi cave!

Book your activity

From€92
1 half day
Everybody welcome
From 12 years-old and up
Instant confirmation

Practical information

Course of events

- Pick-up at your accommodation in Reykjavík or go directly to the meeting point given by the guide (please contact the guide once your booking has been confirmed to arrange this)

- Drive to Leiðarendi cave (approx. 25-30 minutes)

- Distribution of helmets and headlamps, followed by a briefing on the activity and safety instructions

- Approach walk of 150 metres

- Entry to the cave and caving excursion (30 minutes to 1 hour depending on the group)

- Exit the cave and return to Reykjavík (approx. 25-30 minutes)

Activity requirements

A minimum number of 2 participants is required for this activity to take place.

The cave is a cold and wet place: please dress warmly and wear waterproof outerwear to protect yourself fully during the excursion.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

Once your booking has been confirmed, please contact the instructor to plan the pick-up time and place for your activity. From March to October, pick-ups are between 7.45 a.m. and 8.15 a.m., while from November to February they are between 8.45 a.m. and 9.15 a.m.

You can rent a GoPro on site for an additional 6,900 kr ISK: you will receive the SD card at the end of the activity.

Meeting point:
Pick-up at your accommodation in Reykjavík OR meeting at Síðumúla 13 108 Reykjavík
Spoken languages:Icelandic, English
Included
  • Guide
  • Helmet
  • Headlamp
  • Pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation (to be organised with the guide prior to activity)
Excluded
  • Photos
  • Video
Do not forget to bring
  • Hiking boots
  • Warm clothes adapted to the weather
  • Waterproof outerwear
  • Hat
  • Gloves
  • Bottle of water
  • Snack