12 Aug 2023
Iceland Volcano Marathon
12 August 2023
12 Aug 2023
Iceland Volcano Marathon
12 August 2023
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Like all Albatros Adventure Marathons, the Iceland Volcano Marathon is designed to be more than just a race. It's also about enjoying time together with family, friends and other running-minded spirits. Spectators welcome!
In order to register for Iceland Volcano Marathon, you must sign up for one of the tour packages.
Ways to Enter
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Accommodation
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Packages
Iceland Volcano Marathon 2023 6-day package
9 - 14 Aug | 6 days | 0 EUR
Run through one of Earth’s geological hot spots, on the rim of a volcanic crater and over black lava rock.
Travel partners
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Known as the Land of Fire and Ice, Iceland contains an impressive collection of waterfalls, lava fields, geysers, glaciers, and hot springs that are waiting to be explored.
Top-off your trip by getting familiar with Iceland's seismic activity, watching the whales that frolic off the coast, and exploring cultural hot spots like Reykjavík.
Excursions
Wild Waterfalls
13 Aug | 5 hours | 80 EUR
Explore 3 of Iceland's renowned waterfalls in Jökulsár canyon!
Whale Safari
13 Aug | 7 hours | 170 EUR
Meet the friendly giants of the sea in the breathtaking surroundings of Skálfjandlói Bay.
Lofthellir Ice Cave
12 Aug, 13 Aug | 5 hours | 260 EUR
Witness ancient ice formations inside of a spectacular lava tunnel.
Geothermal Nature Baths
12 Aug | 3-4 hours | 80 EUR
Soak - literally - in the magic of Iceland's geothermal activity.
Extensions
East Iceland Highlights
14 - 18 Aug | 5 days | 0 EUR
Get a taste of Iceland's overwhelming outdoor attractions by exploring everything from waterfalls to glaciers to black sand beaches.
From history and culture to cuisine and customs, get to know to Iceland.
Travel to Iceland
Dive deep into Iceland - read about locations, history, culture, and ongoing seismic activity.
Map of Iceland
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Destination Guide
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Climate & Weather in Iceland
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Photos of Iceland
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Be a force of nature!
Join us in this epic race in one of Earth’s geological hotspots.
Set near Lake Mývatn, at the divergent boundaries of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, the Iceland Volcano Marathon route will be run directly in the North Volcanic Zone. It’s a hot bed of geothermal activity with geysers, hot springs, and lava rock – what’s more, the volcanic zone is still very much active.
With the massive Hverfjall crater as the focus of the route, runners will pass through soft, black volcanic sand as they run the rim of the crater, as well as pass through the ethereal lava fields known as Dimmuborgir, or "Dark Fortress," and under a wild natural arch. The route traverses single-track trail, plains of lava lock, and several minor volcano craters.
Runners can choose between marathon, half marathon or quarter marathon.
Our Covid-19 Peace of Mind Policy
We understand that many of you may still wonder how Covid-19 will effect travelling in the year to come, which is why we have outlined our policy for possible Covid-19 travel restrictions to give you peace of mind while still being able to secure your spot at the Iceland Volcano Marathon.
- If the race is cancelled by Albatros Adventure Marathons, you will receive a full refund of the payments made to Albatros Adventure Marathons.
- If the race is postponed to a later date, you will have the choice between moving your entry to the new date or receive a full refund of payments made to Albatros Adventure Marathons. Note that the decision to cancel or postpone the race will be taken no later than 4 weeks prior to the event, but in most cases the decision will be taken at least 8 weeks in advance.
- If official travel restrictions prohibiting you from travelling to Iceland are in place 30 days before the event, you can cancel your booking and receive a full refund of the payments made to Albatros Adventure Marathons. This includes restrictions disabling you to depart from your home country as well as restrictions banning you from entering Iceland due to Covid-19 regulations.
Race distances
Want to share this experience of a lifetime with your friend or partner?
No problem!
Runners of all levels can be a force of nature with these options.
Full Marathon
42.2 km
Half Marathon
21.1 km
Qtr. Marathon
10.55 km
All three distances take place at the same time, and all share the first and last part of the course.
Just select your preferred distance when booking.
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It's like running in a constant postcard - it feels like you travel from the center of the earth to the moon and back again.
" Lars
Iceland Volcano Marathon Race Director