Activity Snapshot
Activity description
Go big, or go home. This is an epic 4 hours of heli-biking in the geothermal volcano area!
You'll fly out of Reykjavik, over a steamy geothermal region, and touch down on the Hengill volcano peak. Far away from population, you'll descend an ever-changing single track, pausing only to take in the majesty of this remarkable area.
As the afternoon continues, the super jeep will give you a bump up to the Edge lava trail for a final technical and flowy traverse back to Reykjavik where you'll have a local beer and a burger.
Our guides tailor each trip to clients’ abilities so that everyone can enjoy this beautiful area on a mountain bike or a fat bike.
This is an unforgettable trip suited to experienced mountain bike riders.
This activity is available every Friday and Saturday from 12th May to 1st September.
Activity requirements
What to wear: Appropriate clothing makes the trip more enjoyable. If you don’t have biking clothes dress as you were going hiking. Layers are good, water/windproof outer layer, good hiking shoes, gloves – NO jeans, avoid cotton.
Special terms
This trip is suitable for any riders up to intermediateskill level.
Will it be cold?
Again, its tough to predict. Summer months are typically 5-10C overnight and 10-20 C during the day, but this is just a rough guide. In the mountains, the weather is even harder to predict. Pack for a variety of conditions and bring layers, keeping in mind that Iceland has very little shelter in the backcountry (e.g. trees, huts etc.). You will receive a detailed kit list with practical information when you book the activity.
- 20 min+ helicopter flight
- Bike guide and Superjeep with driver
- Quality full-suspension mountain bike
- Helmet and flat pedals (can be swapped out if you bring your own)
- Pick-up and drop-off in Reykjavík area
- Energy bar
- Unlimited bottled water
- Support vehicle
- Comfortable clothing adapted to the weather conditions
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
