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Dinner In The Centre Of The Earth
Fine-Dining inside Thrihnukagigur Volcano
Fine-Dining inside Thrihnukagigur Volcano
If you’ve ever read Jules Vernes’ Journey to the Centre of the Earth, you could be forgiven for thinking that all volcanoes can be entered, but this is not the case. While most dormant volcanoes are plugged up or capped with a caldera, there is just one Volcano on earth that you can go inside, let alone dine in, and it’s in Iceland. This adventure starts with a journey – by helicopter, to Iceland’s Blue Mountains, a craggy expanse of lava fields and volcanoes that is punctured by peaks rising up through the mist. As you glide over the rugged, isolated landscape, you will approach Thrihnukagigur or “Three Peaks Crater,” your doorway to the earth’s centre.
To access the Volcano’s magna chamber, you’ll be lowered down into the 4000 year-old bottle shaped dome in an open cage elevator. As you descend the 200 metres down to the floor of the chamber, you’ll be awed by its rough walls in various hues of maroon and ochre, sometimes just centimetres from the side of the elevator. Even though the chamber is big enough to stand the statue of liberty inside it, it provides a surprisingly intimate dinner experience, with the bottom of the cavern feeling enclosed. You’ll be no less awed by the dinner set-up either; expect a white cloth dining experience complete with crystal glasswear and food prepared for you and your guests by one of Iceland’s most renowned chefs.
This experience can be arranged by the Y.CO Yacht Charter Team as an addition to any Iceland Yacht Charter. Contact the team to find out more.
No. Thrihnukagigur is a dormant volcano that last erupted around 4,000 years ago. The magma chamber is now empty, allowing visitors to safely explore this remarkable geological wonder.
Unlike most volcanoes, whose magma chambers have collapsed or become inaccessible over time, Thrihnukagigur remains open and intact. This makes it the only known volcano in the world where visitors can safely descend directly into the magma chamber itself.
The descent is an experience in itself. As you slowly descend into the vast magma chamber, the scale of the cavern becomes increasingly apparent, with towering walls of volcanic rock surrounding you on all sides. It's a rare opportunity to witness the inside of the Earth in a way few people ever will.
Guests should be comfortable with light walking and descending in an open lift. While no specialist skills are required, the experience is best suited to those with a sense of adventure and curiosity.
It is a rare combination of both. The journey into the heart of a volcano is an adventure few people will ever experience, while the elegant dining experience creates a memorable contrast to the rugged volcanic surroundings.
There are very few places in the world where a meal becomes a story in itself. Surrounded by ancient rock formations and hundreds of metres below the Earth's surface, the setting is as remarkable as the cuisine.
The experience is arranged for a limited number of guests, ensuring an intimate atmosphere and allowing you to fully appreciate one of Iceland's most extraordinary natural wonders.
Absolutely. Many guests choose to combine it with helicopter sightseeing, glacier landings, volcano tours, geothermal experiences or wildlife encounters as part of a wider Iceland charter itinerary.
A yacht charter allows you to combine Iceland's most extraordinary land-based adventures with the freedom to explore remote fjords, dramatic coastlines and natural wonders that are difficult to access by any other means.
Yes. Iceland's weather can change quickly, and temperatures inside the volcano remain cool throughout the year. Guests should wear comfortable walking shoes and warm outdoor clothing for the journey, while still bearing in mind the refined nature of the dining experience.
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