Reykjavik: Landmannalaugar Guided Hike & Geothermal Hot Springs

Name: Reykjavik: Landmannalaugar Guided Hike & Geothermal Hot Springs
Brand: Viator
Price: 196.38 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (222 reviews)

4.7(222)14 hoursEnglishBook 1 hour aheadSouth Iceland, Iceland

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What makes this adventure truly special is the combination of a remote, lesser explored location and an intimate small group setting. Landmannalaugar lies deep in Iceland’s highlands, far from the crowds, where geothermal activity and volcanic forces have sculpted a surreal landscape found nowhere else on Earth. With its rainbow colored rhyolite peaks, steaming vents, obsidian lava fields, and vividly hued gorges, the scenery is as extraordinary as it is untouched. Traveling in a small group allows for a more personal, immersive experience, you’ll have time to connect with the land, ask questions, and soak in the moment without the rush of a large tour. This is Iceland at its rawest and most awe inspiring.

Included

Bathing in the natural Landmannalaugar Hot Spring (optional)
Expert, English-speaking guide
Guided hike of the geothermal Landmannalaugar area
4x4 Highland Bus Transport from Reykjavík (if selected)

Not included

Food & drinks

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What you'll do

Discover Landmannalaugar, a geothermal wonderland in Iceland’s highlands, renown
ed for its vibrant rhyolite mountains, hot springs, black lava fields, and surreal landscapes. Shaped by volcanic activity and erosion over centuries, the area features deep valleys, colorful rock formations, and textures found nowhere else on Earth. This adventure includes a ~3 hour (6.5 km) hike through some of Iceland’s most dramatic scenery, winding through the black lava of Laugahraun, the striking Vondugil Canyon, and up to Mt. Brennisteinsalda—its slopes painted with sulfur yellows, mossy greens, and red iron. You’ll descend through the vibrant Graenagil Gorge, named for its green rhyolite & obsidian black and blue hues. This secluded region has long been a favourite among adventurers. After the hike, unwind with a soak in a natural hot pool, surrounded by panoramic mountain views. The Landmannalaugar Day Hike is available with or without Reykjavík pick-up. If you're meeting us on-site, a 4x4 vehicle approved for F-roads is required. Don’t miss your chance to hike one of Iceland’s most stunning trails in this unforgettable landscape.

Meeting and pickup

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Pick-up from your selected location in Reykjavík begins at 7:00 AM. Please be ready at your chosen spot by this time. Depending on traffic and your pick-up location, it may take up to 30 minutes for the guide to reach you. We appreciate your patience. Pick-Up times for the capital area and outside of Reykjavík are as follows:

Reykjavík City - 7:00AM: - Reykjavik’s City Hall (Ráðhúsið) on Vonarstræti - Hallgrímskirkja Church (Bus Stop #8) - Reykjavik Campsite

Pickup points outside of Reykjavik: 8:15 AM – Selfoss N1 gas station 9:00 AM – Hella- Bus Terminal

Good to know

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 10 years old
Remember to bring: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, packed lunch, and good hiking shoes.
Hiking shoes and waterproof gear can be rented from the local operator by notifying them in an advance.
If you want to bathe in Landmannalaugar's hot springs, please bring a bathing suit and towel.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.