The 9 Best Quad Bike Tours in Reykjavik

1.Twin Peaks ATV Iceland Adventure from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 663 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $179Our pick

Safari Quads takes you from Reykjavik toward Lake Hafravatn and two mountain summits on a two-hour ATV ride. Choose a solo or shared quad, follow guides such as Daria, Gonzalo, or Sir Kaktus, and expect rough tracks, photo stops, warm riding gear, and big views of Mt. Esja and the Blue Mountains.

“We had great time very organized and guides very helpful ! We wish we had snow yet still fun. The guide Cactus was great.”

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2.Reykjavik Peak with Safari Quads ATV

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 335 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129Best value

Ride a single or shared ATV from Reykjavik into the hills near Lake Hafravatn and Reykjavik Peak. You get a safety briefing, practice time, warm overalls, helmet, gloves, ski mask, and rain gear. Guides such as Paula and Marco are known for friendly help and photos along the route.

“This was the best fun. My 15yr old son really enjoyed it even though he wasn’t allowed to drive the quad as you had to have a driving licence. We went off road, through rivers and ice and mud. Great craic”

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3.Countryside Guided ATV Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 272 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $175

Leave Reykjavik by van for a guided one-hour ATV ride toward Lake Hafravatn and the hills above the city. You’ll receive warm riding gear, instruction, and an English-speaking guide before tackling gravel, public roads, and rough mountain trails. Clear weather may reveal Snæfellsnes glacier.

“Everyone was so nice and it was an amazing experience.”

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4.ATV Reykjavik Adventure and View

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $165

Ride from Reykjavik to Lake Hafravatn and Hafrafell with guides such as Helga or Bjorgvin. You receive a helmet, gloves, and weatherproof overalls, then follow backroads and mountain tracks to views over Reykjavik and Mosfellsbær. Hotel pickup is included, though central hotels may use a nearby bus stop.

“Pick up was on time, lovely drive to the ATV centre. On arrival, we were greeted by Helga who is ab absolute asset to the experience. Given all the equipment and shown how to use the ATVs, Helga made us feel comfortable and confident. Amazing views and plenty of pit stops to take it all in (also got some great photo ops). The most memorable experience when visiting Iceland.”

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5.Midnight Sun ATV Adventure from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $214

Ride a solo or shared ATV from Reykjavik into the countryside with Safari Quads. After a safety briefing, follow guides such as Veronika, Gonzalo, Julia, or Kris over roads, gravel, rocks, and mountain trails toward Ulfarsfell, with supplied rain gear and wide city views.

“Even though we didn’t have sunset (cloudy), the experience was so fun, the guides were awesome, and we got to ride through some really amazing trails”

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6.ATV & Helicopter combination tour From Reykajvik

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 37 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $500

Ride a two-seat ATV from Reykjavik toward Lake Hafravatn and Reykjavik Peak, then fly above the city with a mountaintop landing. You get protective gear, hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, and a pilot. Bring your driving license, sturdy shoes, and warm layers.

“Beide tours waren echt geweldig! Vriendelijke gidsen en alles was goed geregeld. Alleen jammer dat er geen vervoer terug was vanaf de helikopter. Wel was dit al duidelijk aangegeven dus daar hadden we rekening mee gehouden. We zijn terug gelopen en dat was prima te doen.”

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7.Caving & ATV full day adventure From Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 5 - 8 hours · from $319

Start underground at Raufarhólshellir, where a guide leads you through a 5,200-year-old lava tunnel with helmets and head torches. After a lunch break, suit up for a one-hour ATV ride to Reykjavik Peak, with mountain views, coffee, and hotel pickup included.

“The Caving was great. The tour guide was super knowledgeable and friendly. Had the most amazing time on the ATV. I am still smiling now. The weather was crazy which made the experience so much better. All the staff are super friendly. Would absolutely recommend both of these activities”

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8.3-Hour Volcanic Springs ATV Adventure From Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $342

Drive for three hours across lava fields, rough mountain tracks, and the Hveradalir geothermal area near Reykjavik. Your guide leads you toward Hafravatn, Hengill, and Hafrafell, with views of Esja, Faxaflói Bay, and the Blue Mountains. Pickup, safety gear, and basecamp coffee are included.

“Good stuff! Only minus was that we did not experience it as thrilling and physically demanding as described. Good for people who like to drive vehicles but if you want something more demanding, check with the company if they have other routes.”

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9.ATV & Rafting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 6 reviews · 8 hours · from $401

Start with a one-hour ATV ride across lava tracks to Reykjavik Peak, then transfer to the Hvítá River for two to three hours of rafting. English-speaking guides provide all equipment, hotel pickup, and access to hot tubs, showers, and a sauna afterward.

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