The Floor is Lava Trekking
July 11 – 19, 2026
Reykjavik, Iceland
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The team
max 9 participants
Number of participants
RED LABEL
‘Expedition Challenge‘
Spicy, challenging trek
FORCE OF NATURE LIKE YOU ONLY SEE IN ICELAND
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Ingredients:
Volcanoes, Lava, Hot Springs, Adventure & Camping
Do you know that game? ‘The floor is lava’. That’s what we’re going to do. But then in real life.
This tour is all about volcanoes and specifically the Fagradalsfjall Volcano.
Or, the volcano that has been erupting from time to time in recent years.
What are we going to do?
On the first day we will fly from Schiphol Airport to Keflavik Airport in Iceland.
Here we will have dinner and go over the rest of the week.
The next day there is time to explore Reykjavik and we will visit the Icelandic National Museum.
A wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in the history and culture of Iceland.
A good start to a week of impressions and experiences.
We eat lunch at a traditional Icelandic lunch restaurant. Think salmon, rye bread, and Skyr.
In the afternoon, feel free to walk around Reykjavik.
We’ll check into our hotel in the city center, and during dinner, we’ll go over the final details for the upcoming trip.
The next day, a taxi will be ready for us in the morning to take us to the starting point of our trek.
Gear up and head south.
For 6 days, we walk alternately through lava fields. Over volcanic landscape and across the great divide that separates Europe and America.
We occasionally come across a stream or lake to replenish our water supply. And sometimes there is this red glow in the sky in front of us. That is our goal. The Fagradalsfjall volcano. This volcano has a good grip on the region. Unpredictable as he is, he bursts out every now and then.
9 days of trekking in Iceland.
Experience the power of nature.
- 80 km of wilderness trekking
- Culture Day in Reykjavik
- Camping in the wilderness
- Visiting Fagradalsfjall volcano
- Hotsprings & Lava Fields
- Visit the Blue Lagoon
- Experienced Wilderness Guide
- Maximum of 9 participants
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The Arctic Adventure A-Team
Our guides are there to guide your tour in the best way possible. They are fully part of the group and give space. Room for own initiative, own development and own opinions.
The attended first aid & guide training provide a good basis during adventure tours.
For us, it’s:”Out of your comfort zone. Within the safety zone. ”
For the last three days, we have to bring water. We won’t encounter water sources then.
So think about this when packing your backpack. The lighter the better….
On day 7 , the time is right. After packing up our tent early in the morning, we head into the Fagradalsfjall valley.
We won’t be the only ones walking here now. Iceland’s premier attraction has come to life here. More impressive than the supporters of the Icelandic soccer team, more exuberant than the singer Björk. We are face to face with a real volcano in its full glory.
We take all day to enjoy this spectacle.
This volcano came to life in 2021 and in 2022. The traces of the recent eruption are clearly visible in the jet-black lava field.
The penultimate day we settle down. Because the last kilometers of our trip lead ns to the Blue Lagoon.
A natural hotspring where we indulge in the thermal bath. We did earn it.
In the afternoon a cab will be waiting for us here to take us to Keflavik.
The last night you can recover in a real bed and we eat our last meal together in a good Icelandic restaurant.
On the last day, a cab will take you to the airport or to Reykjavik in the morning. This is where our paths separate.
Writing this down already makes me hot.
This really seems like a super trip. At least as impressive as the trek in winter.
Height Profile Floor is Lava Trekking in Iceland
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Program format the Floor is Lava Trekking in Iceland.
An adventure tour of Iceland’s volcanoes.
Transportation to Iceland
We fly with from Schiphol Airport to Iceland, Reykjavik. Want to depart from another airport. If so, please get in touch to discuss.
Hike overview by day.
| Bye | Walk duration | Distance | Rise m | Decline m |
| Day 1 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Day 2 | nvt | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Day 3 | 4:30 h | 12.1 km | 392 m | 75 m |
| Day 4 | 5:00 | 14,2 | 39 | 441 |
| Day 5 | 6:30 | 18,5 | 320 | 221 |
| Day 6 | 4:30 | 12,2 | 225 | 321 |
| Day 7 | 4:30 | 11,4 | 263 | 283 |
| Day 8 | 2:30 | 7,3 | 74 | 115 |
| Day 9 | nvt | n/a | N/A | N/A |
Day 1
We leave from Schiphol Airport today. So the first day is mostly about flying to Iceland. Here we will arrive at around 3:30 p.m. local time.
Check into the hotel and go out for dinner. That’s what we’re going to do that night.
Day 2
Today we will explore Iceland’s capital city, Reykjavik. Here we go to the Icelandic National Museum. A wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in Iceland’s history and culture. A good start to a week of impressions and experiences.
We eat lunch at a traditional Icelandic lunch restaurant. Think salmon, rye bread and Skyr. In the afternoon you are free to walk around Reykjavik. Over dinner, we go over the final things for the trip ahead.
Day 3
On Tuesday, a cab will be waiting for us in the morning to take us to the starting point of our trek.
Hanging up and heading south.
Day 4-6
During 5 days we walk alternately through lava fields. About volcanic landscape and about the great divide that separates Europe and America. We encounter the occasional stream or lake to replenish our water supply. And always there is that red glow in the sky in front of us. That is our goal. The Fagradalsfjall volcano. This one gives the whole region a red glow at night from the boiling lava.
The last three days we have to bring water. We will no longer encounter water sources. So think about this when packing your backpack. The lighter the better….
Day 7
On Saturday. After packing up our tent early in the morning, we headed into the Fagradalsfjall valley. We won’t be the only ones walking here now. Iceland’s premier attraction has come to life here. More impressive than the supporters of the Icelandic soccer team, more exuberant than the singer Björk. We are face to face with a real volcano in its full glory.
We take all day to enjoy this spectacle. This volcano erupted in 2021 and in 2022. Chances are that the volcano is now no longer active. It is still nature that dictates.
Day 8
Sunday we come to rest. Because the last kilometers of our trip lead ns to the Blue Lagoon. A natural hotspring where we indulge in the thermal bath. We have earned it.
In the afternoon, a cab is waiting for us here to take us to Keflavik. The last night you can recover in a real bed and we eat our last meal together in a good Icelandic restaurant.
Day 9
Monday in the morning, a cab will take you to the airport or to Reykjavik. The flight home is waiting for us.
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Preparation
We meet once before the trip. Live or digital. We pick the date by mutual agreement. Then we get to know each other. You’ll get an explanation of the materials and we’ll consider the map.
Equipment rental?
You can specify which equipment you would like to rent from us when you register. Tent, sleeping bag, mat, hiking poles or tent.
You can pick up these materials one week before the trip. This allows you to pack your backpack well before the trip.
This package includes:
✔ Backpack by Lowe Alpine
✔ Sleeping bag by RAB
✔ Sleeping pad by Therm-a-Rest
✔ Tent (2 or 1 person)
✔ Pair of hiking poles
The cost of this complete package is only €149 for the entire trip.
During the Trip
Tours at Arctic Adventure are “Expedition Experiences. You experience what an expedition could be like. Sometimes spicy, sometimes easy. But always together.
We often sleep in tents. On summer trips, you can choose to bring your own tent. On winter treks, at least two people always sleep in a tent for safety reasons. Arctic Adventure regfelt the winter tents.
Moving, cooking and navigating we do together. The beauty of small groups is that there is always a real and good group feeling. Sometimes there are friendships and reunions years later.
We keep in touch with each other before (and often after) in a WhatsApp group.
Fitness
You need a good level of fitness for this hike. It’s nice if you can hike with a backpack on. Think about 20 kilometers a day with a backpack of over 20 pounds.
Sports Medical Examination
Are you over 60 and want to participate in this tour? If so, we highly recommend you get a sports medical examination. Read more about the possibilities here.
Safety
During the trip we find ourselves in uninhabited territory a lot. In case of an emergency, our position can always (but sometimes difficult) be reached by the rescue services.
The guide carries satellite communications equipment and both digital (GPS) and analog (Compass) navigation.
The guide has training in Wilderness Advanced First Aid and guide training with the Wilderness Guide Association (WGA).
There is a Basecamp in the Netherlands that can be contacted for those left behind.
Packing List
After your registration (or upon request) you’ll receive a detailed packing list.
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Participants in this Trip
Guide: not yet Known
The trip continues at 6 participants and is full at 9 participants.
Places for this trip are now plentiful.
Who Joins our Adventures?
Participants in our trips often sign up alone.
It happens that couples sign up.
The age of most participants is between 30 and 50 years.
There are certainly exceptions. The youngest participant was 23 and the oldest 66.
The male-female ratio is 50/50. The more challenging treks attract slightly more men. 60/40. But often the distribution is nicely balanced.
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Travel dates
July 11 – 19, 2026
Begin
On July 11th, we will meet around 2:00 PM at Keflavik Airport in Iceland.
Or in Reykjavik, if we arrange it that way.
End
On July 19th, you will be taken back to Keflavik Airport in the morning.
Trip is expandable by arrangement for your own follow-up.
Total Trip Cost
€ 1.337
This Includes:
- Professional guide throughout the tour
- All meals from evening of arrival to breakfast on day of departure
- 2 nights hotel stay in Reykjavik
- 1 hotel night in Keflavik
- 5 nights in nature in tent
- Admission to the National Museum of Reykjavik
- Visit to the Blue Lagoon Nature Spa
But also including
- Group Material
- Stoves and pans
- Maps, compass and GPS
- (Satellite) Communication devices
- Tracking for the homebound
- Online photo share after the trip
- Contribution to the VZR guarantee fund
- Booking fees
Participants
Maximum 9
This Excludes:
- Flight to Iceland
- Travel Insurance
- Cancellation insurance
- Drinks personal expenses
- Personal equipment (see packing list tab)
Rent an equipment package
This package includes:
✔ Backpack by Lowe Alpine
✔ Sleeping bag by RAB
✔ Sleeping pad by Therm-a-Rest
✔ Tent (2 or 1 person)
✔ Pair of hiking poles
The cost of this complete package is only €149 for the entire trip.
Note
If during the trip it is collectively decided to undertake extras (Excursions, overnight stays, meals), these costs will be divided among the participants.
Parking at the airport
Coming to the airport by car? Then check through this site to see where you can park. https://www.vliegenenparkeren.nl/
We Provide
- Food for the entire trip
- Stove
- Pots and pans
- Group first aid kit
- Repair Equipment
- Water purifiers
- Communication devices
- GPS, Map Compass
You Provide
- Personal hiking clothing
- Run-in walking shoes C category
- Personal medication
Rent an equipment package
This package includes:
✔ Backpack from Lowe Alpine
✔ Sleeping bag from RAB
✔ Sleeping mat from Therm-a-Rest
✔ Tent (2 or 1-person)
✔ Pair of hiking poles
The cost of this complete package is only €149. for the entire trip.
You will receive a detailed packing list after your registration, or upon request.
Buying stuff
As a participant in our trips, you get a 10% discount in Beaver stores. So take advantage of that if you still need to buy stuff.
Check Marktplaats.nl for good used equipment.
Contact us if you have questions about the material.
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