Hellisheiði Plateau

Hellisheiði Plateau

Welcome to the beautiful Hellisheiði Plateau, located in the heart of Iceland's rugged and stunning landscape.

This unique area is known for its breathtaking views, rich history, and diverse natural beauty. The plateau is home to an array of different ecosystems, including lush meadows, rugged mountains, and vast stretches of unspoiled wilderness.

The Hellisheiði Plateau is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with activities such as hiking, horseback riding, and bird watching available. The area is also home to several geothermal power plants, which provide energy for the surrounding towns and cities. Visitors can take a tour of the power plants and learn about the history and science of geothermal energy.

One of the most popular attractions on the plateau is the beautiful Hengill volcano, which is known for its hot springs and geysers. Visitors can take a guided tour of the volcano and witness the incredible natural phenomena that occur there.

The Hellisheiði Plateau is also home to a variety of wildlife, including reindeer, arctic foxes, and many species of birds. Visitors can take a guided tour to see these animals in their natural habitat and learn about the unique ecosystem of the area.

Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a history buff, or simply looking for a beautiful place to relax and unwind, the Hellisheiði Plateau has something to offer everyone. So come and explore this stunning and unique area of Iceland, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Nearby flights

25-35 minutes

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Hellisheidi helicopter flight

Reykjavik Airport

We fly over one of the most active volcanic areas in Iceland, the Hellisheiði plateau, you’ll see moss covered lava fields stretched out to the horizon, interspersed with colorful basalt mountains, steaming hot springs and the very geothermal power plants that supply Reykjavik with renewable energy. On this tour, we make sure to land off the beaten track and away from the crowds to witness the regions raw scenery first-hand. In the landing place of Hengill geothermal area - named after the Hengill volcano - you can witness the untouched Icelandic nature. We bring you close to hot springs and boiling mud pots, and you might even see some sheep wandering around the valley in the summer. On our way back we fly over Reykjavik, to give you a unique view of Icelands capital. The total duration of the tour is 50-60 minutes. 25-35 minute guided helicopter flight and a 15 minute landing by a remote geothermal area on an old volcano.