The Volcano Express
The origin story of a volcanic island - the Volcano Express brings the audience on an unforgettable, thrilling journey of Iceland’s nature and civilization. Simply a story that explains why and how Iceland does exists, both as an island but also as a country.
The Volcano Express is a 9 minute immersive experience located in Reykjavík city. The show unveils how volcanism lies at the heart of Iceland ́s creation and survival.
The adventure begins and ends at Harpa, Reykjavik’s cultural landmark, connecting the city’s heartbeat to the forces of nature.
Located within the Harpa Concert Hall in Reykjavík, this attraction allows visitors to soar above Iceland's volcanic landscapes and plunge deep into the Earth. The experience combines real eruption footage with visual effects, creating an authentic yet thrilling spectacle. During the ride, guests will feel the heat, wind, movements, and tremors, including specific temperature fluctuations and seismic activity.
The story takes guests on a sweeping journey around the city, from hot springs to historic volcanic landscapes, revealing Iceland’s fiery origins. We reflect on how the earliest settlers recognized the power of volcanic geothermal energy and chose Reykjavik as home.
The narrative blends history, science, and spectacle. Showing how fire beneath the earth powers both the past and present of Iceland.
The sight of a geothermal plant underscores Iceland’s role as a pioneer - transforming volcanic heat into green energy for survival of the Island.
The audience experiences winter traditions, bringing them close to skiers on slopes on top of an ancient volcanic landscape.
The dramatic high point immerses the audience inside an eruption. Earthquakes shake, the earth splits open. We dive into craters and glowing magma.
By soaring through craters and fissures, audiences experience the volcanic landscape in ways impossible in real life.
There is a circular journey structure around the Reykjanes volcanic area that allows the audience to experience a beginning, middle and satisfying end.
The experience is crafted to balance excitement and accessibility. It strives to be thrilling yet safe and comprehensible to a wide audience.
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