3-Day Super Jeep Expedition to Þórsmörk and Landmannalaugar
An off-road journey through glaciers, volcanoes, and highland valleys with expert local guides
This Iceland wilderness adventure takes you deep into the country's most remote and visually striking landscapes, combining Super Jeep travel, overnight stays in mountain huts, and guided exploration across the southern highlands. Covering Þórsmörk Valley and the Landmannalaugar area over three days and two nights, the experience is tailored to your pace and ability by seasoned local guides.
The journey moves through terrain shaped by volcanic forces, massive glaciers, and wild glacial rivers. Stops at Gígjökull outlet glacier and views of Eyjafjallajökull volcano anchor the route with geological drama, while the mountain hut at Húsadalur provides a base nestled between three of Iceland's most impressive ice caps.
Each day is shaped by seasonal conditions and your group's preferences, offering a flexible blend of Super Jeep drives and hikes suited to both first-time visitors and seasoned outdoor travellers. Guides who have spent years navigating south Iceland's highlands share local knowledge and stories throughout the trip.
Evenings in the highlands bring a traditional mountain BBQ cooked by your guide, a chance to absorb the silence of the Icelandic interior far from tourist circuits. This structure allows the tour to shift between discovery and rest without a rigid schedule.
Tour Highlights
Two nights in mountain huts deep within the Icelandic highlands, including a stay in the Þórsmörk Valley.
Full Super Jeep transport across river crossings and highland roads inaccessible to standard vehicles.
Views of three major glaciers from the Húsadalur mountain hut location in Þórsmörk.
A stop at Gígjökull outlet glacier with direct views of Eyjafjallajökull volcano.
A traditional highland BBQ prepared by your guide at the Landmannalaugar area mountain hut.
Flexible daily itinerary adjusted for weather, ground conditions, and your group's hiking ability.
Guided hikes and drives through Þórsmörk Valley, surrounded by dramatic mountains and glacial rivers.
Itinerary Overview
Your guide collects you in Reykjavík before heading south towards the highlands. En route, the Super Jeep makes a scenic stop at Gígjökull, an outlet glacier descending from Eyjafjallajökull, giving you an early introduction to Iceland's volcanic landscape. The drive continues through river crossings and mountain roads into Þórsmörk Valley, where you settle into the mountain hut at Húsadalur for the night.
A full day is dedicated to the valley of Thor, the Norse thunder god, with options for guided hikes or Super Jeep drives depending on conditions and your preference. The surrounding scenery includes sheer mountain ridges, glacial tongues, and the braided channels of glacial rivers. Your guide selects the most rewarding routes based on the season and ground conditions.
The group travels onward to the Landmannalaugar area, where the landscape shifts to vivid rhyolite mountains and geothermal activity. Your guide prepares a traditional mountain BBQ at the highland hut while sharing stories of the region's history and geology. The evening offers a rare sense of isolation in one of Iceland's most scenic interior zones.
The final day includes further exploration of the highland area before the Super Jeep returns you to Reykjavík. Route choices and timing adapt to the group's energy and any noteworthy conditions along the way. The return journey follows scenic highland roads back to the capital, completing a three-day circuit through Iceland's most striking interior terrain.
What Is Included
Included
- Super Jeep transport throughout the tour
- Experienced local guide for all three days
- Two nights accommodation in highland mountain huts
- Traditional mountain BBQ prepared by the guide
- Pickup and drop-off in Reykjavík
- Route planning adapted to conditions and ability
Not Included
- Personal travel insurance
- Meals and drinks other than the highland BBQ
- Pickup or drop-off from locations outside Reykjavík (may incur additional charge)
- Personal hiking or outdoor gear
Important Information
Reserve Your Place on This Highland Journey
This three-day expedition into Iceland's interior offers a rare combination of guided access, overnight highland stays, and flexible daily exploration. Places are limited to preserve the quality of the experience for each group.
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