Iceland Volcano Marathon & Half
Run Through a Geological Hot Spot with the Iceland Volcano Marathon 2025
Set near Lake Mývatn, at the divergent boundaries of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, the Iceland Volcano Marathon 2025 route will take you on an adventure through a hotbed of geothermal activity with geysers, hot springs and lava rock.
The route traverses single-track trail, plains of lava lock and several minor volcano craters. The massive Hverfjall crater is a wonderful focus point on the route. As they run the rim of the crater, runners will pass through soft, black volcanic sand, as well as through the ethereal lava fields known as Dimmuborgir, or “Dark Fortress,” and under a wild natural arch. Here at Marathon Tours & Travel we will take care of your accommodation, entry and logistics so you can focus on the challenge ahead.
Meals Included
Enjoy daily breakfasts & a post-race celebratory dinner
Guide
Our English-speaking tour leader will support you
Transfers
Transportation Reykjavik-Mývatn / Húsavík & return
Trip Extension
Trip extension available upon request
Accommodation
Various hotels, from economy to deluxe
Entry
Guaranteed race entry for a distance of your choice
Celebration Party
Celebration dinner with transportation included
Excursions
Selection of excursions available
Coopah
2 week free trial for Coopah training plans
Travel Package Information
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Itinerary
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Wednesday 25 June 2025
Arrival Day – Welcome to Iceland!
Arrive at Reykjavík. The day is yours to discover the world’s northernmost capital city at your own speed!
Meals: Not included.
Thursday 26 June 2025
Iceland’s Scenic West Coast & Race Briefing
After an early breakfast, board the bus for a scenic drive up along the west coast of Iceland. Along the way, the guide will tell you about Iceland. In the afternoon, you will reach Akureyri, known as “The Capital of the North,” which lies just 100km (62 miles) away from the Arctic Circle. Here, race officials will provide a race briefing and distribute your goodie bags while we enjoy a snack meal. After the briefing, continue to Mývatn/Húsavík where you will get settled into your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch box, and a stand up snack meal included.
Friday 27 June 2025
Mývatn Route Highlights
On today’s tour you will visit some of the places that are on the marathon route including Dimmuborgir, Hverfjall and Hverir solfataras. Enjoy the sights of lava structures, craters and boiling sulphur mud pits before a visit to the steaming grounds in Bjarnarflag where locals bake their world-famous Geyser bread. Meet a local who will explain the story behind the tradition and you’ll have a chance to taste a bread baked in nature‘s oven, heated by the geothermal heat from geysers.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and pasta dinner.
Saturday 28 June 2025
Race Day
Today is the big day – the Iceland Volcano Marathon is on! Runners will have the rare opportunity to run the dirt and gravel roads around the majestic Hverfjall crater. At the finish line, a BBQ lunch will be served to participants. Shuttle busses will then take all participants back to their hotels.
Meals: Breakfast and pizza lunch included.
Sunday 29 June 2025
Relaxation, Optional Excursions & Celebration Dinner
Spend the day on an excursion or take in the stunning nature surrounding Mývatn/Húsavík at your own pace. In the late afternoon, you will meet to celebrate yesterday’s achievements with a festive dinner.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner.
Monday 30 June 2025
Farewell Iceland
After an early breakfast, you will board shuttle busses that will drive through Reykjavík to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Expected arrival at Keflavik Airport is 14:30. Knowing this, it is not advisable to book your flight out of Iceland earlier than 16:30* on this day.
Meals: Breakfast.
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Extensions
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Extensions & Excursions
Pre-Tour: The Golden Circle – 25 June (6 hours)
Take a tour of some of Iceland’s most magnificent attractions.
Geothermal Nature Baths – 28 June (3-4 hours)
Soak – literally – in the magic of Iceland’s geothermal activity.
Majestic Waterfalls – 29 June (5 hours)
In Jökulsárgljúfur canyon, see Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall at 45m high and 100m wide. Just 1km away is Selfoss, an 11-meter-wide waterfall. Both have stunning surroundings, featured in Hollywood films.
Lastly, you will visit Hafragilsfoss, a hidden gem with a 27-meter drop, offering stunning views with fewer crowds after a short hike.
Whale Safari – 29 June (7 hours)
Meet the friendly giants of the sea in the breath-taking surroundings of Skálfjandlói Bay.
Lofthellir Ice Cave – 29 June (5 hours)
The Lofthellir Ice Cave is a lava tunnel filled with ancient ice formations. The tour starts at Lake Mývatn, passing Mt. Hverfjall and the Lúdentarborgir craters. After a 30-minute hike, you’ll reach the cave, where you’ll crawl through a narrow entrance before entering a frozen world.
The cave is protected, with limited tours led by certified guides to ensure preservation. A portion of the ticket supports conservation efforts.
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Packages & Rates
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Marathon Tours & Travel Iceland Volcano Marathon Packages
Each package includes the following:
- Transportation between Reykjavik-Mývatn/Húsavík and return
- English-speaking tour leader
- 1 night accommodation in Reykjavik
- 4 nights’ accommodation in Mývatn or Húsavík
- Meals according to itinerary
- Celebration dinner including transportation
- Guided tour ‘Myvatn Highlights@
- Selection of tours and excursions (see details under “Extensions”)
- 2-week free trial of Coopah bespoke training plans. Details on how to claim will be sent in your booking confirmation email
Also available:
- Marathon or half-marathon – £259
- Quarter marathon – £135
- Additional tours and excursions – See more details under “Extensions”
Race Entry Includes:
- English-speaking race officials
- Medical team
- Timekeeping
- Transport to the starting point
- Manned drink stations including safety equipment
- Start number and medal
- Collapse cup
- Exclusive Iceland Volcano Marathon T-shirt
2025 RatesPrices per person Double Occupancy Single Occupancy Deluxe Hotel Package £2745 £3990 Optional Extras(All prices are per person in UK pounds sterling) Per Person Marathon Entry £259 Half Marathon Entry £259 Quarter Marathon £135
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Hotels
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Berjaya Myvatn
The Berjaya Mývatn Hotel, is a place where you can unwind in a relaxed and simple environment. The focus here is on simplicity, fun, unique objects, and diverse spaces.
Reykjavik Grand:
This elegant hotel in Reykjavík offers everything you need for a comfortable stay, including a restaurant, lounges, bar, free WiFi, non-smoking rooms, and a fitness centre. The stylish interiors offer a cozy, welcoming atmosphere, and our attentive staff ensures a pleasant experience.
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Event Information
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Confirmed Race Date: 28th June 2025
Race Time: 07:30AM (the Marathon and Half-Marathon will start together, the Quarter Marathon will start shortly after)
The Course:
The Iceland Volcano Marathon 2025 is run on a variety of surfaces, including asphalt, soft volcanic sand, volcanic rock, gravel, and dirt. Although the race can be run in normal running shoes, trail running shoes are recommended if one is hoping for top placement. You can view a course map here and the elevation chart here.
Weather:
The Icelandic late-summer is not known to be warm. Expect temperatures between vary 5-11 degrees Celsius. If we are lucky, temperatures may rise to 15 degrees Celsius. Icelandic weather is notoriously fickle, and rain can be expected at any time.
Eligibility:
- Marathon – 18 years +
- Half-Marathon 16 years +
- Quarter Marathon 8 years + (those under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult)
Time Limit:
- Marathon – 7 hours (must finish by 14:00PM). Five hour cut-off point at the 20 mile marker.
- Half-Marathon – 7 hours (must finish by 14:00PM)
- Quarter Marathon (must finish by 14:00PM)
Awards:
Everyone who finishes their running event within the time limit will receive a Finisher Medal and Race short
Difficulty: The course difficulty is challenging
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Registration & Booking
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On Request Bookings
Request Bookings will confirm that you have accepted our Booking Conditions. Your booking is not, however, guaranteed until our partner company confirms availability. Please expect confirmation of place within 1-3 days of making your booking. Your card payment details will still be required for the deposit to secure your space, though please be advised this information will be held securely, and the card will only be debited upon confirmation of booking.
Disclaimer
Albatros Adventure Marathons reserve the right to change the itinerary and/or running course without further notice in the event of extreme weather.
By signing up for this event you agree to the Terms & Conditions.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend travellers to take out comprehensive travel insurance with sufficient healthcare cover. Make sure that you are insured for existing medical conditions, any activities you plan to do and any equipment that you plan to take. Travel insurance covers you if anything doesn’t go to plan before you travel as well, so we recommend sorting it at the time of booking. For more information, click here.
Visa
Please note that it is each traveller’s responsibility to check visa and passport requirements and ensure that they comply. Obtaining a passport and, if required, a visa, is solely the responsibility of each traveller. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after returning from your destination.
Age Limits
Full marathon runners must be at least 18 years old on race day.
Half marathon runners must be at least 16 years old.
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Seven Continents Club ®
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The Seven Continents Club (SCC) offers a unique opportunity for runners to run on all seven continents of the globe, as well as providing numerous benefits to its members. The club operates as a global frequent traveller club for runners, offering waitlist priority for high-demand events, early pre-registration periods for a number of races in popular destinations and tour package vouchers for money off international tour packages. What’s more, Seven Continents Club rewards all its members for the extraordinary achievement of running marathons on each continent with their own special finishers medal and certificate of completion. Join the SCC today!
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