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Lava Show Vík

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1687 reviews
Safely experience red-hot lava (yes the real thing!) up close!
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The only live LAVA SHOW in the world!

Are you fascinated with lava, volcanoes, and geology? Would you like to see red-hot lava up close in a safe environment? Are you embarking on a journey through Iceland, the land of fire and ice? If the answer is YES, you need to experience LAVA SHOW Vík. It is the first and only live lava show in the world and has become one of the must-see experiences in Iceland! Just look at the incredible reviews!

An incredible and unique experience

In order to recreate a miniature volcano eruption, they superheat real lava from the 1918 Katla eruption and once molten, pour it into a showroom full of people. It is an incredible, unforgettable experience. In an instant, the showroom heats up to a toasty temperature. And as the audience sits safe in their seats yet only a few feet away from the flowing lava, it is mesmerizing to see, hear, smell and feel the incredible heat that radiates from it. It truly is a sensational experience!

The show begins with a short welcome by the host and then a short educational video about Icelandic volcanism, the volcanoes close by - with special emphasis on Katla volcano - and how the surrounding volcanoes have affected the locals throughout the ages. They even give you a personal story and tell you the evacuation plan in case Katla were to erupt right there and then!

Once the lava starts flowing into the showroom, the host literally starts PLAYING WITH THE LAVA! The host manipulates the lava with an iron rod, creating Pele's hair and tears, a miniature lava tunnel, a little lava cave and explains everything about what's happening as it goes. It is such an intimate, educational and entertaining experience and so different from everything else you've ever experienced, that you can't help feel in awe. And after the show, you truly see the rest of Iceland with different eyes and a newfound appreciation for nature. It really is a must see experience.

About this activity
Duration
50 minutes
Location
Vik
Cancellation
24 hours
Includes
  • A chance to get up close to real flowing lava!The only live lava show in the worldSecurity gogglesA live host makes the show fun and personalA short educational video about Icelandic volcanismA true story from the 1918 Katla eruptionA sensory loaded experience - you feel the heat from the lava!A Q&A session at the end of the showA unique once-in-a-lifetime experience
  • A "back stage tour" is not included but possible to buy as an add-on
  • Handmade lava-related souvenirs made on location and from our own lava is available for purchase at location
Details
Trip plan

Starting point:

Icelandic Lava Show

LAVA SHOW - feel the heat!

Volcano, Volcanic Activity, Experience, Eruption, Fire & Ice, Entertainment, Lava, Geology, Unique, Educational, Lava Show

We recreate a volcano eruption by superheating real lava up to 1100°C (2000°F) and pouring it into a showroom full of people. It's the only live lava show in the world and the only way to safely experience red-hot lava up close. Come feel the heat!

Arrive back at:

Icelandic Lava Show

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From 6.590 ISK
Per person

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Add to your experience
Back Stage Tour (per person)

Get the chance to see behind the scenes and learn more about our lava-melting processes.

2.490 ISK
An exclusive piece of lava from the show (giftwrapped) - prebooking discount

Own a unique piece of geologic history - a shard of lava from the historic 1918 Katla eruption, reborn through the fiery spectacle of our Lava Show. Comes giftwrapped in a beautiful velvet bag. A perfect and unique souvenir to bring back home or give to loved ones.

1.790 ISK
A special LAVA SHOW edition of "The Reykjanes Eruptions" book by Max Milligan

Photographer, Max Milligan, has been documenting the volcanic eruptions on the Reykjanes peninsula since the first eruption back in 2021 and his beautiful book is now available in a special LAVA SHOW limited edition. Preebooking discount.

5.690 ISK
An exclusive Dragon Glass obsidian necklace by Lava Show - prebooking discount

The extraordinary Dragon Glass obsidian necklace is a rare gem produced and sold exclusively by Lava Show. A sleek stainless steel chain and frame encase a striking centerpiece of real obsidian, a glass-like volcanic stone with mesmerizing depth and allure, said to offer protection and strength.

9.590 ISK