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Half-day walking tour of the Leidarendi Cave in Iceland, near Reykjavik

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Explore the legendary Leidarendi Cave near the capital of Iceland during a half-day walking tour with fully-certified guides at Adventure Vikings.

Private

1/2 Day

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec

Occasional

Beginner


Highlights

  • Tour the lava tubes of Iceland close to the capital of Reykjavik.
  • Discover fascinating rock formations and natural underground architecture.
  • Benefit from having a fully-qualified guide accompanying you in the cave.

Description

Lava tubes carve beneath the surface of Iceland like the mythical veins of the nation.

One of the most fascinating and scenic is the Leidarendi Cave, just a 30-minute drive from the capital, Reykjavik.

Leidarendi offers a portal to the underworld where you’ll discover lava fields 900 meters long and feature spectacular rock formations, from the jagged stalagmites to the splash stalactites.

Razor-like rock teeth hang above your head while you wind through the tube.

Leidarendi translates as The End of the Road, and refers to the remains found of a lamb when the cave was first discovered 2 decades ago.

The actual cave is shaped like a circle that receives no light at all. You’ll be met in pitch black. So we’ll gear up with a helmet and headlight to navigate ourselves.

Discover the wonders of the underworld while walking, with some sections requiring you to crawl. Yet the access is easy and ideal.

Icelandic ancestors once feared the lava caves, which were dark, dangerous and populated with sharp tooth-like daggers and home to many menacing myths.

Get in touch now to reserve your place on a fascinating half-day walking tour of Leidarendi Cave in Iceland to discover stunning rock formations and chilling legends.

Price includes

- Guiding fee

- Transportation start and back


Details

More info

Necessary equipment: warm clothes suited for the coldness in the cave, good hiking boots, outer layer that protects from water as it can be wet inside the cave, and bring your own lunch or snack.


About the guide

We are an adventure and outdoor activities operator based in Reykjavik, Iceland. We can take you on surfing, snorkeling, caving, hiking and stand up paddleboarding tours! The unique and diverse Icelandic nature offers the perfect setting for amazing trips.

We specialize in small groups in order to provide more prívate and personalized experience to our clients. We look to give our visitors a glimpse into the best adventures in the country.

Our team of friendly and experienced professional guides is looking forward to taking you on unforgettable adventures through Iceland’s most fascinating natural wonders, such as waterfalls, lava tubes, geysers, and rifts. Come join us on an amazing experience and discover the magic of Iceland!

Languages

English


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