Iceland is currently experiencing heightened geological activity, with the Reykjanes Peninsula, southwest of Reykjavík, at the centre of the unrest. Since November 2023, Icelandic authorities have been closely monitoring increased seismic and volcanic activity in the region.
The most recent eruption occurred on 1 April 2025, marking the eleventh such event since 2021. According to the Icelandic Meteorological Office, “The total length of the eruptive fissure is now about 1,200 metres and continues to extend southward.” There are also reports of infrastructure damage, including a broken hot water pipeline in the northern part of Grindavík – evidence of significant fault movement within the town.
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has acknowledged the recent activity, stating: “Recently there has been a series of volcanic eruptions on the Reykjanes peninsula in south-west Iceland, the latest on 20 November. These have affected the town of Grindavík and the area to the north of it.”
Despite the eruptions, travel to Iceland remains largely unaffected. Keflavík International Airport – the main gateway for international visitors – and the connecting road network remain fully operational. Reykjavík and other parts of the country are not impacted by the current volcanic activity.
The FCDO warns that further eruptions in the area are likely. While Iceland’s infrastructure is robust and the government continues to monitor seismic and volcanic developments closely, travellers should be aware that natural events such as landslides, sudden flooding, rockfalls, and the release of volcanic gases may pose risks and cause delays or disruptions to travel plans.
Travelling on a Package Holiday
At present, the Foreign Office is not advising against travel to Iceland. This means that tour operators and holiday companies are continuing to run their itineraries as planned. There is no automatic right to cancel a package holiday under these circumstances.
The only exception applies to those who had booked a stay at the Blue Lagoon – a popular geothermal spa and luxury hotel located within the affected zone. If your stay has been cancelled due to safety concerns, you may be entitled to a refund or to rebook. However, day visitors hoping for a relaxing dip in the famous volcanic rock pools will need to postpone their plans until the site reopens.
As always, travellers are advised to stay updated with official guidance and check with their tour operators or airlines for the latest information.
We encourage travellers to reach out to our team for more information. Stay safe, everyone!
Share
