Thrihnukagigur Volcano
Þríhnúkagígur
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The only accessible magma chamber on Earth, allowing visitors to descend into a dormant volcano in Iceland.

📜 Safely dormant volcano, last erupted about 4,000-4,500 years ago.
🔍 Only accessible magma chamber on Earth, located 13 miles southeast of Reykjavík.

Why Go

🌋 Descend into a volcano's heart
🌈 See gleaming pearlescent rainbow colors
🗽 Chamber large enough for Statue of Liberty
🚶 Experience a unique natural phenomenon

Why Avoid

⚠️ 45-50 minute hike (2.5 km) to entrance
🔞 Minimum age 8 years
💪 Requires good physical condition

Tips

👟 Bring good walking/hiking shoes
🧥 Wear warm outdoor clothing (5-6°C inside)
📸 Don't forget your camera

Cost

💰 ISK 37,000 (~$327) per person.

Hours

🕒 Daily, May 15 to September/October (seasonal).

Amenities

🚻 Restrooms available at Base Camp.
🍲 Traditional Icelandic meat/vegetable soup, coffee/tea served at Base Camp.

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