From Litla KaffistofanFrom Reykjavík

ATV and Reykjaböð Hot Springs with Transfer from Reykjavík

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Spend the afternoon on an ATV in the volcanic landscape around Hengill, then warm up in the geothermal water at Reykjaböð Hot Springs. Transfers connect Reykjavík, the ATV base at Litla Kaffistofan and Reykjaböð, so you don't need a car.

Tour code: SRE2272

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A split image showing two women bathing in a lagoon and a group of ATV riders in orange overalls in a lava field
Two women with their backs turned to the camera bathing in a hot spring lagoon in natural surroundings
Vast views over mountains and out to sea from atop an ATV parked on a mountain
A group of ATV riders in overalls inspecting a geothermal hot spring area
Two women enjoying drinks in a swim-up bar at Reykjaböð

Volcanic trails and geothermal water in one afternoon

This combination tour pairs a guided ATV ride close to Reykjavík with time to relax at Reykjaböð, a geothermal spa at the entrance to Reykjadalur valley in Hveragerði.

The ATV ride

You leave BSÍ Bus Terminal at 13:00 (optional pick-up from 12:30) for the 25-minute drive to Litla Kaffistofan. Your guide gives a safety briefing and hands out overalls, helmets and balaclavas before you set off at 13:30 on a 1.5-hour ride along trails through lava fields and black sand. Hengill is an active volcanic system on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, and on the way you pass the Hellisheiði plateau and the steaming Hveradalir geothermal valley.

Reykjaböð Hot Springs

At 15:30 you transfer to Reykjaböð. Classic Admission gives you around two hours in the geothermal pools and the outdoor ritual area, with an event sauna, cold plunge and Kneipp pool. Food isn't included, but you can buy snacks at Litla Kaffistofan, and Reykjaböð has a bistro and an in-water bar.

Back to Reykjavík

The return transfer leaves Reykjaböð at 18:30, so you are back in the city in the early evening.

Tour Overview

10
Minimum age
10 years
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Duration
6 hours
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Difficulty
Easy

Included

  • Transfer from BSÍ Bus Terminal to Litla Kaffistofan
  • 1.5-hour guided ATV ride
  • English-speaking guide
  • ATV/quad bike
  • Insulated overalls, helmet and balaclava
  • Transfer to Reykjaböð Hot Springs
  • Classic Admission to Reykjaböð Hot Springs
  • Use of a towel
  • Return transfer to Reykjavík

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Swimwear
  • Extra warm clothing

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Practical Information

How long is the ATV and Reykjaböð Hot Springs tour?

About six hours. The tour leaves BSÍ Bus Terminal in Reykjavík at 13:00 (optional pick-up starts at 12:30), the ATV ride itself lasts 1.5 hours, and you get around two hours at Reykjaböð. The return transfer leaves Reykjaböð at 18:30, so you are back in Reykjavík in the early evening.

Do I do the ATV ride or the hot springs first?

The ATV ride comes first. After 1.5 hours on the trails of the Hengill volcanic area you transfer straight to Reykjaböð Hot Springs, so you can warm up and unwind in the geothermal water at the end of the day.

What is the minimum age, and do I need a licence to drive the ATV?

The minimum age for this tour is 10, because that is the minimum age at Reykjaböð Hot Springs. To drive an ATV you must be at least 17 and hold a full, valid driving licence. Anyone without one can ride as a passenger behind a licensed driver.

Can I get something to eat on the ATV and Reykjaböð tour?

Food and drinks are not included, but you have two chances to eat. You can buy snacks at Litla Kaffistofan, the ATV base, and Reykjaböð has a bistro and an in-water bar, so you can have a proper meal or a drink while you relax after the ride.

How far from Reykjavík does the tour start?

The ATV base is located about 25 minutes from Reykjavík, in the Hengill area, making it a quick and accessible escape from the city.

Is transportation included?

Yes, round-trip transfers are included from a central departure point, with optional hotel pick-up available.

Do I need prior ATV experience?

No prior experience is required. All riders receive a safety briefing and instructions before the tour begins.

Is this suitable for beginners?

Yes, the route and pace are designed to be accessible while still offering a sense of adventure.

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