Put on your hiking boots and join us on a beautiful hike on top of the glacier covered volcano Eyjafjallajökull. This volcano is based on the south coast of Iceland, so this is perfect for a day trip from Reykjavík.
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Most of the hike is on a steep incline which becomes tougher the higher you hike. Total elevation gain is 5150 ft./ 1500 m. The final hour of the hike is the toughest because by that point, you are so high up that you're climbing through volcanic sand instead of solid ground. Combined with the altitude, it's strenuous.
When we went over the summer when the volcano was still active we did a self tour, i.e., we followed the very obvious path to the lava field. I would not recommend paying anyone to take you to see the lava field.
It is highly unlikely that you can walk across the surface of an active volcano without getting burned by lava or magma. Lava is molten rock that can reach temperatures of around 1,200°C (2,200°F) or higher, and it can cause severe burns or even death upon contact.
Make sure you have enough protection from the sun and unexpected rain showers. For footwear, decide what to bring based on the terrain. Easy and smooth hikes require less support so trail runners may work great. For treks on rugged trails, boots will likely be a better option.