Reykjavík Summit Helicopter Tour
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Availability
All year
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DURATION
1 Hour
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Difficulty
Easy
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Pickup
No
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Minimum Age
None
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Price
ISK 36.900
Tour Highlights:
- Helicopter experience
- Reykjavík from above
- Hallgrímskirkja church
- Mountaintop landing
- And more
Included:
- Professional helicopter pilot
- 15 – 20 minutes flight time
- 1 viewpoint landing
The Reykjavík Summit Helicopter Tour
See Reykjavík from a whole new angle on the Reykjavík Summit Helicopter Tour. This exciting flight offers incredible aerial views of Iceland’s capital city.
The adventure begins with a smooth takeoff from Reykjavík Airport. Soon, you’ll rise above the colorful houses that make the city famous. From this perspective, Reykjavík resembles a giant Lego creation. You’ll also spot landmarks such as Hallgrímskirkja Church and the Harpa Concert Hall, both even more striking from the sky.
In addition, the tour includes a landing on a nearby mountaintop. This stop allows you to step out and enjoy stunning panoramas. Depending on weather, you may see geothermal steam rising, rugged peaks stretching into the distance, or the shimmering blue ocean dotted with islands. Therefore, each flight is unique, as the pilot carefully selects the best landing spot for the day.
The total duration of the tour is 40–45 minutes, while the actual flight time is 15–20 minutes. Because of its length, this helicopter ride is the perfect short adventure for busy travelers. Moreover, it fits easily into a day of exploring Reykjavík.
For example, you might spend your morning visiting museums, then soar above the city in the afternoon. Or you can take the flight before dinner to watch the golden light reflect on the mountains.
Overall, the Reykjavík Summit Helicopter Tour combines city highlights with Iceland’s breathtaking natural scenery. It is ideal for visitors seeking adventure, stunning photographs, and unforgettable memories. Book your helicopter tour today and elevate your Reykjavík experience!
Frequently Asked Questions
For this tour, bookings are without timings for maximum flexibility.
There are various departure times available. Morning departures vary from 08:00 to 13:00, and the evening departures from 13:00 to 20:00.
Please note that during the winter months, this tour starts operating later in the day due to the limited amount of daylight in Iceland.
As soon as your booking is received, you will get an email confirmation with the exact departure time of your tour and any extra information you will need.
If you have a preference or specific time in mind, please mention it in the booking comments or let us know by writing an email to info@iat.is and we will do our best to accommodate it.
The meeting point for this tour on the East side of Reykjavik Domestic Airport. Note that it is not beside Air Iceland, but on the other side by the domestic airline Eagle Air. It is behind the hotel “Icelandair Reykjavik Natura” next to the airport control tower.
The address is Nauthóslvegur 58d. It is a short 5 minutes drive from the City Center.
We recommend taking a taxi to the meeting point, but alternatively, you can also take the Strætó public transport.
If you are on a private day tour with us, you can start or end your day with this tour. In that case, your guide will transport you to and from the meeting point.
If you are interested in a private day tour, please contact us at info@iat.is
No, there is no age limit for this tour.
Any passengers over 120 kg / 265 lbs / 19 stone are required to pay for 1.5 seats in the helicopter. This will ensure that everyone on the tour has a comfortable and safe ride.
If you only have 2 persons in your group and the minimum number of passengers has not been filled already, please email us at info@iat.is. We can check if there are other two-person groups or solo travelers waiting to book this tour.
Alternatively, you have the option to book 3 seats on the tour to guarantee a departure.
We recommend that you wear warm layered clothing. The wind can be cold although it’s is sunny outside.
From October to mid-April we recommend winter clothing. The volcanic ground in Iceland is uneven, rocky and rough. Sturdy toe-covering shoes like good sneakers or hiking boots are highly recommended.
In the winter and on glacier landing tours it is especially important to wear good shoes since you’ll be walking on the snow. You are of course welcome to wear sneakers but your feet will most likely get wet and cold.
If weather causes a tour to be canceled we will either find a new time and/or date for your tour, if possible.
If it is not possible to re-schedule your tour, you will be offered a full refund.
Reservations can be canceled 14 days prior to departure without penalty.
If canceled less than 14 days prior to departure, tours are refundable as follows:
Canceled less than 14 days prior, but more than 72 hours before departure: 90% refund
Canceled less than 72 hours prior, but more than 24 hours before departure: 50% refund
Cancellations received less than 24 hours prior to departure are non-refundable.
Cancellations must be submitted in writing to info@iat.is.
Please be mindful of possible time zone differences. Iceland is in the GMT time zone and cancellations must be submitted at least 24 hours before departure in Icelandic local time (GMT).
If you do need to cancel your tour, we recommend that you contact us as soon as possible.
