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Move from tight basalt tunnels to a steaming mountain river in one energetic day out of Reykjavik. This guided trip pairs hands-on caving with a geothermal soak—expect crawling, scrambling, and a well-earned hot dip.
Move from tight basalt tunnels to a steaming mountain river in one energetic day out of Reykjavik. This guided trip pairs hands-on caving with a geothermal soak—expect crawling, scrambling, and a well-earned hot dip.
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Operated by G spot Iceland · Reykjavik, Capital Region
The morning light over the Reykjanes hills feels unapologetic: steam seams rise from the earth and a breeze carries a mineral tang that sticks to your jacket. You set out from Reykjavik in a small van with a few other travelers, the city shrinking behind you and a ragged lava landscape growing bolder. Hikers become spelunkers and then bathers over the course of one compact day — you climb, crawl, and then sink into a thermal stream that seems to sigh with relief beneath the mountain.
challenging.
6–7 hours.
Should be in good aerobic condition and comfortable with sustained hiking, scrambling, and crawling.
You should have a moderate to good fitness level—able to hike 6–10 km, handle short steep sections, and perform crawling and scrambling for extended periods.
Caves are cool and humid; the hot stream stop is designed to warm you up, but bring warm clothes and a towel for after the soak.
Yes. Some passages require crawling and moving through low tunnels. Guides start with easy caves and progress based on group ability.
Minimum age policies vary; check with the tour operator, though most guests should be at least early teens and capable of physical exertion.
Yes, but protect it in a waterproof case and watch for low ceilings and mud; a headlamp with red-light option helps for low-impact photos.
The operator may cancel or adjust the itinerary if conditions make caves unsafe or if the hot stream is inaccessible—refund/cancellation policies apply.
The Reykjanes region records Iceland’s volcanic rhythms: lava tubes are relics of historic eruptions and geothermal use stretches back to early settlements who relied on heat for cooking and bathing.
Stick to designated trails and avoid walking on delicate lava moss; geothermal areas are fragile and repairs can take decades, so minimize impact and pack out all waste.
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