3 Cycling Tours in Iceland, Compared

1.Quad Bike Tour on Black Lava Sands from Mýrdalur

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 502 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $206Our pick

Starting near Mýrdalsjökull, this guided two-hour ATV ride crosses small rivers and Katla’s black lava sands, with stops for views of the glacier, Dyrhólaey and the aircraft wreck. You share an ATV with one other person, and a valid driver’s license is required to drive. Guides have included Hannis, Jordy, Remmy, Paul, Anthony and Bjarki.

“One of our favorite activities in Iceland. Perfect way to experience the black sand beaches. We've done many ATV tours while traveling and the geography covered is so unique and beautiful. 1000% recommend over visiting Reynisfarja Beach that is completely overrun by crowds of tourists. Also our tour guide was unbelievably handsome and tall.”

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2.Mýrdalsjökull: South Coast ATV Quad Bike Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 470 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $144Best value

Meet your English-speaking guide at Mýrdalsjökull Base Camp for a one- or two-hour ATV ride across Sólheimasandur. Visit the 1973 DC3 wreck, ride along the black sands and, on the longer route, cross streams toward a mountain valley. The ATVs are shared by two people; drivers need a valid license. Warm coveralls, helmets and balaclavas are supplied.

“We had 2 families do this activity together and it was a FAVORITE amongst us all. Anthony, our guide, was excellent. He was so personable and taught us a lot about the beautiful landscape of Iceland and he was really good with the kids too. The beautiful sites we saw, the thrilling rides on the Black Sand Beach, driving through little streams and into a beautiful valley, along with Anthony’s warm nature, made this a favorite activity on our trip to Iceland.”

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3.Reykjavik Quad Bike Twin Peaks Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 191 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $232

This 3.5-hour tour pairs a two-hour guided ATV ride with pickup in Reykjavik and a safety briefing at base camp. Follow gravel roads and rough mountain tracks beside Lake Hafravatn, then climb to two viewpoints above the city. Guides such as Daria, Kaktuz, and Gonzalo have led recent outings, though your guide may vary.

“This is a must do activity while in Iceland. So much fun! We got to drive the ATVs through all different terrain. Absolutely beautiful. The gear they gave us was comfortable and warm as it rained lightly. Our guide Arthur was great. Very professional and safe! I highly recommend this tour!”

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