The Lava Tunnel

The Lava Tunnel Raufarhólshellir is a lava tube that was formed in an eruption approximately 5200 years ago.
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Explore the magnificent lava tunnel Raufarhólshellir, one of the longest lava tubes found in Iceland. The tunnel is located just 30 minutes from Reykjavík and is accessible the whole year round. A journey into Raufarhólshellir is a unique experience and a great opportunity to witness the inner workings of a volcanic eruption as one walks in the path of lava that flowed during the Leitahraun erupti

on, which occurred east of the Bláfjöll mountains about 5200 years ago. Every winter spectacular ice sculptures are formed inside the entrance of the cave making the experience of visiting the lava tunnel even more breathtaking.

Did you know there are three completely different ways to explore Raufarhólshellir?The Standard Tour for the full access...
09/06/2026

Did you know there are three completely different ways to explore Raufarhólshellir?

The Standard Tour for the full accessible walkthrough. The Evening Tour for atmosphere and dramatic lighting. The Lava Falls Adventure for those who want to go deeper than most people ever will.

One lava tunnel. Five thousand years old. Three ways in. Which one are you picking? 👇
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Did you know lava tunnel walls contain minerals from deep inside the earth - and they show up in colors you'd never expe...
05/06/2026

Did you know lava tunnel walls contain minerals from deep inside the earth - and they show up in colors you'd never expect underground?

Raufarhólshellir's walls have been slowly revealing those colors for 5,000 years. No filter needed. No filter would even help. Come see for yourself what volcanic rock actually looks like up close.

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Most people picture a small crack in the ground. Then they walk into Raufarhólshellir.1,360 meters long. 30 meters wide....
20/05/2026

Most people picture a small crack in the ground. Then they walk into Raufarhólshellir.

1,360 meters long. 30 meters wide. A ceiling up to 10 meters high. One of the longest lava tube caves in Iceland - and every meter of it is volcanic, icy, and unlike anything above ground.

👉 Book the Standard Lava Tunnel Tour at thelavatunnel.is

Did you know a lava tunnel is essentially the mold a lava river leaves behind?Lava poured from Bláfjöll mountain range, ...
18/05/2026

Did you know a lava tunnel is essentially the mold a lava river leaves behind?

Lava poured from Bláfjöll mountain range, cooled from the outside in, and drained - leaving only the hardened shell. That shell is Raufarhólshellir. Five thousand years old, 1,360 meters long, and still one of the most extraordinary geological features in Iceland.

👉 Book your Lava Tunnel Tour at thelavatunnel.is

Did you know Iceland has one of the longest lava tube caves in the world - and it's a short drive from Reykjavík?Raufarh...
12/05/2026

Did you know Iceland has one of the longest lava tube caves in the world - and it's a short drive from Reykjavík?

Raufarhólshellir lava tunnel is 1,360 meters of volcanic rock, ice formations, and genuine wide-eyed wonder. Fully accessible. Open year-round.
Perfect for a Reykjavík weekend getaway with kids - or without.

👉 Book the Standard Lava Tunnel Tour at thelavatunnel.is

28/04/2026

We didn’t expect THIS… 😳

Walking into a dark tunnel carved by lava over 5,000 years ago?
Yeah - it sounds a bit intense.
But once you’re inside… it’s unreal.
The size. The silence. The feeling of being inside a volcano.
This ended up being one of the most surprising experiences in Iceland.

Would you do this or skip it? 👇

22/04/2026

What is the Lava Tunnel tour actually like? 👇
✔️ Easy walk (no crawling!)
✔️ Guided experience
✔️ Helmets & lights included
✔️ Open year-round

You don’t need to be an adventurer to do this - just ready to explore something completely different.
It’s one of the easiest ways to experience Iceland’s volcanic side from the inside.
Would you try this? 👀

What makes this place so special? 🤔You’re not just walking through a cave…You’re walking through a lava river that flowe...
14/04/2026

What makes this place so special? 🤔

You’re not just walking through a cave…
You’re walking through a lava river that flowed here over 5,000 years ago.
Massive tunnels.
Frozen lava waves.
Open skylights letting light into the darkness.
It feels unreal - but it’s 100% natural Iceland.

Would you explore this underground world? 🌋

10/04/2026

Would you believe this is just 30 minutes from Reykjavík? 👀

Hidden beneath Iceland’s lava fields lies one of the country’s most unique experiences - the Lava Tunnel (Raufarhólshellir) 🌋
No long drives. No extreme hiking.
Just a short trip from the city… straight into a 5,000-year-old volcanic world.

Would you add this to your itinerary? 👇

Happy Easter! 🐣✨🌋May your holiday be filled with laughter, sweet treats, and weather better than the Icelandic forecast.
05/04/2026

Happy Easter! 🐣✨🌋
May your holiday be filled with laughter, sweet treats, and weather better than the Icelandic forecast.

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Þorlákshafnarvegur
Þorlákshöfn
815

Opening Hours

Monday 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday 10:00 - 17:00
Friday 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday 10:00 - 17:00
Sunday 10:00 - 17:00

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+3547601000

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