Hvolsvöllur: Eyjafjallajökull Volcano Summit Hike

Hike to the top of the famous Eyjafjallajökull Volcano. The perfect day hike with challenging terrain and rewarding views into the Highlands, Mýrdalsjökull and the Vestmannaeyjar Islands. Perfect add on to your South Coast travel.

At the farm Seljavellir, by Seljavallalaug, we start the hike up to the snowline/glacier part. Your guide will brief you thoroughly and hands out the gear for the glacier part. The foothills are steep, and your guide will make sure that you go at a slow and even pace. Upon reaching the glacier at around 950m (about 3116 ft) we rope up. The vertical ascent is around 1.600 meters, and the climbing can take from 9 – 12 hours. You will need to be both physically and psychologically prepared for such a long day and make sure you have the right clothing and good boots. Please read the suggested equipment list carefully.

Once you reach the highest point you will have a remarkable view over the crater which erupted in 2010 as well as the areas to the north and the south. Descent down the same route with views over the Atlantic Ocean and the nearby Vestmannaeyjar Islands. This day tour checks in all the boxes: amazing views, geological wonders, and a challenging hike.

Please note

You drive road nr1, the ring road heading out to the South Coast. As you get closer to the picturesque Eyjafjallajökull Volcano you see why it attracts hikers from all over.

At the start of the hike, you will get a safety briefing from your expert mountaineering guide and the necessary gear for the hike.

The hike up this mountain is quite challenging, but the views on the way and at the summit are the ultimate reward.

After descending the mountain, you can drive back to Reykjavík or continue your South Coast tour.