About Activity
This experience combines off-road ATV riding with the raw volcanic and geothermal landscapes of the Hengill region. Ride across the historic Svínahraun lava field, follow rugged trails through moss-covered lava, and experience an active geothermal area just outside Reykjavík.
What sets this tour apart is the chance to explore a landscape where Iceland’s volcanic activity and renewable energy come together. See steaming ground and geothermal features, pass the Hellisheiði geothermal power plant, and learn how Iceland harnesses natural heat to produce electricity and hot water.
With a choice of 1,5-hour or 2,5-hour tours, this experience combines ATV adventure, volcanic landscapes, geothermal activity, and insights into Iceland’s renewable energy.
Includes
- Balaclava
- Use of ATV/Quad bike
- Insulated over-alls
- Helmets
- English speaking guidance
Departure Point
- Located on Route 1 between Reykjavík and Selfoss. Please arrive 10–15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Return
- Located on Route 1 between Reykjavík and Selfoss. Please arrive 10–15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Your experience begins at Litla Kaffistofan, about 20 minutes from Reykjavík. After a safety briefing, you will be provided with insulated overalls, helmet, and gloves before setting off on an ATV into the Hengill geothermal region.
You will ride across the Svínahraun lava field, formed around the year 1000 AD, following gravel tracks through rugged lava covered in moss. The route continues into an active geothermal area with visible steam vents.
You will pass the Hellisheiði geothermal power plant, where underground heat is used to produce electricity and hot water. Your guide will explain how geothermal energy is used in Iceland.
The tour includes a stop in the Hveradalir geothermal area, where you will taste traditional Icelandic rúgbrauð (rye bread) baked in an oven heated by geothermal energy, without electricity. You will also see geothermal activity up close. Please remain on marked paths.
Depending on the option selected, the tour will either remain in the Hengill area (1-hour option) or continue deeper into the landscape (2-hour option), including Jósepsdalur valley and views of Vífilsfell volcano.
The tour ends back at Litla Kaffistofan.
Not recommended for pregnant travelers Suitable for all physical fitness levels Each adult is allowed to accompany one youth only. Additional youths must be accompanied by another adult. A valid driver’s license is required to drive an ATV. Please be at Litla Kaffistofan at least 15 minutes prior to departure. If your booking includes an odd number of participants, one Single Rider must be booked, as vehicles are shared by two people. Operated by Icelandic Mountain Guides For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
An amazing off-roading experienceKristin_S
This ATV tour was a truly wonderful experience with some of the most gorgeous landscape I've ever seen. We rode through lava fields with mountains all around us, and along the way we got to see Iceland's geothermal processes up close, passing the geothermal plants and learning the history of how the island harnesses that power. It felt like a real off-roading adventure, not a tame trail ride. Our guide went above and beyond to show us the mountains and make sure we got the most out of every stop, including time for photos in the most stunning spots. The gear provided kept us warm and dry, and the whole tour was well organized from start to finish. A highlight of our trip to Iceland and I would absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting.
Great tour with ride to top of mountain and then to geothermal pools. Guide was great and informative. Ride was mostly smooth with a few mildly rough areas. Highly recommend.
Expensive cab ride from Reykjavik.
Had an amazing experience on the ATV tour. Landscape was amazing and out tour guide Sindri was very considerate and knowledgeable. 10/10 would recommend.
Great experience and tour guidechadhZ8602RX
Our tour was amazing and the guide Jordy made the experience even better. He was very knowledgeable and never made us feel unsafe. Highly recommend.
During the ride, the guide kept urging us forward. His attitude was terrible and he completely ignored safety concerns.
Great experience!amitpW3201KY
It was a great experience and Hinrik was an amazing guide
ATV tour - hats off to JordyrebeccaeY7338SO
This was an excellent tour which took us to an old plane wreck. Hats off to Jordy for providing us with special help and for his high spirit and enthusiasm. He made the day.
Great experiencia
Jordy Vaesen great!!!!
Bjarki the GreatestjohncM9779AI
Aug 29, 2026, 11:47:39 AM Bjarki was amazing! Gave us so much information and was so friendly!
Fun experience. Good scenery. Cool guide.benj7119
Cool scenery, fun ride. Felt like we were at places that normal tourists could not get to.
Bjarki (our guide) was cool. Friendly guy. Very knowledgeable. Very entertaining. He can do the spinny thing with the ATV which was cool.
Nothing to complain about
Guide was awesome and gave us really good info about volcanos and glacier.
10/10 experience! Jennifer_M
Magnus was an awesome guide, touring us through volcanic landscapes. He was very thorough, teaching us and the kids about geothermal energy. Was really fascinating stuff! Took us to various spots to share information, but our favorite part was the end when we went on trails, splashed through puddles (was raining and made it even more exciting!) and sped into a old glacier area that felt like we were driving rovers on mars vs. atvs in Iceland. I’d highly recommend this tour - it was one of our most memorable moments of the trip!
Amazing experiencealiad440
It was amazing and so much fun!
Awesome tour guide- HinrikmatthT9599UZ
My tour guide was Hinrik Orri Thorsson. He was a spectacular tour guide and told amazing stories about Iceland history. I loved him as a tour guide. Give him a promotion ASAP
Such an amazing experience absolutely worth the money!
My boyfriend and I had a fantastic experience with an excellent guide named Henrik. He explained everything clearly and with great enthusiasm, and it was obvious that he was passionate about what he was doing. He really brought the stories to life, making the whole experience both exciting and informative. We left with great memories and would highly recommend this to anyone considering it!
Awesome ATV Tourmhumphrey77
What a fun experience! We drove an ATV on black sand beaches, saw the U.S. Navy plane that crashed 50 years ago, and proceeded to a beautiful canyon. Our tour guide Jorby was professional, helpful, and informative about the area, its history and geology. Thanks for a great tour!
Nice tour with JordyCinderellaBK
It was the best tour with Jordy! First you get your suits and a security briefing before the tour takes place. As soon as it starts the fun part begins! Jordy takes care of everyone and was also explaining us a bit about the volcanos which wear close. The trip ended in a beautiful canyon before we got back to the camp. It’s a really nice tour! We recommend it!
Perfect ATV tourTristan V
Nice tour very well guided by Sindri
PAWEL CUIPA IS THE BESTximenamH4296SQ
May 19, 2026, 11:54:05 AM PAWEL CIUPA WAS THE BEST!!!! Great tour guide and wonderful person
Best ATV experienceF2839WEahmada
May 18, 2026, 11:42:34 AM Absolutely amazing experience. Pawel and Dianela were amazing guides who made everything so simple and straightforward!
Jordy was the best! Great experience.
We had a Very good guide who was really kind and nice
Impressive ATV TOURzuris2014
Incredible great tour, we had a lot of fun and great landscapes to admire.
I would highly recommend it to anyone coming to Iceland.
The tour was incredible, very interesting, and the scenery was spectacular.
The best part of all was the guide who was super friendly.
