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2.5 HR Off-Road Tour Buggy Lava Field Adventure from Reykjavik

About this experience

Amazing unique tour of combination of lava fields and geothermal landscapes.

Here you will begin your day by being picked up by the buggy operator and taken to their new headquarters and be briefed to go over safety instructions. You can even have a free cup of coffee at their base camp.

You will set your journey through lava fields and venture to Hellisheidi Geothermal power plant. The power plant provides electricity and hot water to the whole capital of Iceland Reykjavik. You will see the skiing mountains of Reykjavik called Blue Mountains. We will ascend to Hengill Mountain range and see a fantastic view through all the steams coming from all around the Geothermal power plant.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr 30 min

Choose your tour option

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2-Persons in Buggy (sharing)
The price is per person: This is a sharing option meaning you share with another person (need min 2 participants to book this option)
Sharing option: If there is a odd number of persons then one person must book the single rider option since the vehicle only fits two at once
1-Person in Buggy single rider
Single rider option: This is a single-rider option meaning you ride on your own
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr 30 min
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 3 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • 2.5hr Buggy adventure
  • Professional guide
  • Gear: Helmet, gloves, overalls, ski mask & rain gear
  • Pick up & Drop off (Pick up at 13:00)

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

A BUGGY TOUR WITH STUNNING MOUNTAIN VIEWS
You start driving your buggy on a lonely trail in the backlands of Reykjavik. Following the trail, you will reach Hengill mountain range and Hellisheiðarvirkjun, the power plant for Reykjavik. Your guide will lead you to an area that looks like the moon. The first stop will be at the geothermal area next to the geothermal power plant. The area was a film location for the movie “The secret life of Walter Mitty”. After your stop, you head back closer to Reykjavik. You are taking a gravel road into the stunning Blue Mountains. The next stop is Vífilsfell mountain, named after a slave of Ingólfur Arnarson, the first permanent settler in Iceland.

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • If you wish to SELF DRIVE. Please let us know via email. Please be at our basecamp 15 min. prior your departure time. Our address is Lambhagavegur 19. Reykjavik You can type in Safari Quads in Google Maps
  • Pick-up starts 30 minutes before the departure time. Be ready at 13:00, The pick-up process can take up to 30 minutes. Please note that pick-ups from hotels in main-central Reykjavik are not allowed in certain areas designated as no pick-up zones by the City . As a result, you need to walk to the nearest bus stop, typically a 2-5 minute walk from your hotel. To choose the appropriate bus stop: Search bus stops in Reykjavik Search the closest to your hotel & select the one nearest. If you don't know your pickup location please send us a message and we can help you.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Safari Quads

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Price is per person - select the option you prefer (single or shared rider)
  • Min age as a passenger is 6 years
  • A full valid driver’s licence is required to drive the buggy car
  • No alcohol or drug tolerance is allowed on our tours.
  • A minimum of 2 adults per booking for the Shared option and 1 adult per booking for the single rider option is required

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr 30 min. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pick-up starts 30 minutes before the departure time. Be ready at 13:00, The pick-up process can take up to 30 minutes. Please note that pick-ups from hotels in main-central Reykjavik are not allowed in certain areas designated as no pick-up zones by the City . As a result, you need to walk to the nearest bus stop, typically a 2-5 minute walk from your hotel. To choose the appropriate bus stop: Search bus stops in Reykjavik Search the closest to your hotel & select the one nearest. If you don't know your pickup location please send us a message and we can help you.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 6–16; Adult tickets: age 17+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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