Laugavegur Fjallabak Super Jeep Tour
Chasing colours across Iceland's most dramatic highland landscapes by Super Jeep
The Laugavegur Fjallabak Super Jeep Tour takes you deep into Iceland's central highlands, tracing a route that passes volcanic craters, multicoloured rhyolite peaks, glaciers, and remote river valleys across one remarkable 11-hour day.
This tour is designed for those who want to cover ground without being rushed. Rather than long hikes, the focus is on pausing at each landmark long enough to absorb the scenery and photograph it properly, with a knowledgeable local guide shaping every stop.
The route moves through some of Iceland's least-visited terrain, following F roads that bisect the Laugavegur trail itself. Landscapes shift from volcanic desert to glacier-framed valleys within a single drive, offering a visual range that few tours in Iceland can match.
Keeping the group small means the jeep can access tight tracks and linger at spots that larger tour buses cannot reach. Every passenger gets unobstructed views and the flexibility to spend real time at each location.
Tour Highlights
Drive toward Hekla volcano, one of Iceland's most active and historically significant peaks, known as the Gateway to Hell in medieval lore.
Visit Landmannalaugar, celebrated for its rainbow rhyolite mountains, natural geothermal pool, and dramatic lava fields frozen in striking black formations.
Stop at Ljótipollur, a vivid red crater lake set inside an explosion crater, offering one of the most photogenic reflections in the Icelandic highlands.
Witness the vast ice caps of Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull emerge on the horizon as the route descends toward Emstrur, with panoramic glacier views from multiple angles.
Arrive at Þórsmörk valley, a sheltered nature reserve framed by three glaciers, seen from the dramatic west side of Markarfljótsgljúfur canyon.
Cross Mælifellssandur, a vast black sand plain that creates a stark contrast between the dark volcanic ground and the white glacier tongues above.
Travel through the geothermal valley of Reykjadalir, where steaming vents and warm streams mark one of the more intimate thermal features along the route.
Itinerary
The tour begins with a drive toward Hekla, Iceland's iconic active volcano with a centuries-old reputation. Continuing onward, the route enters Dómadalur valley, a quiet highland corridor that transitions toward the interior lakes.
A short distance from Dómadalur, the vivid crater lake of Ljótipollur comes into view alongside Frostastaðavatn. The deep red volcanic walls of Ljótipollur make it one of the most striking photographic stops in the highlands.
Landmannalaugar marks the longest stop on the tour. The multicoloured rhyolite mountains, geothermal bathing pool, basalt waterfall formations, and surrounding lava fields provide an extraordinary variety of compositions for photography.
Heading onto the Laugavegur F roads, the Super Jeep descends through the geothermally active Reykjadalir valley. Views of Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull glaciers begin to open up, offering expansive sightlines across the highland plateau.
The route passes Álftavatn lake and crosses the black sands of Mælifellssandur before reaching Emstrur hut. From here, panoramic views of the glacier ice caps stretch in multiple directions across the horizon.
The tour concludes with views over Eyjafjallajökull and Þórsmörk valley from the west rim of Markarfljótsgljúfur canyon. The layered glaciers and valley floor below create a final panoramic scene before the return journey.
What Is Included
Included
- Super Jeep transportation throughout the tour
- Professional local guide for the full duration
- Small group experience for personalised attention
- Access to highland F road locations
- Stops at all major landmarks along the Laugavegur Fjallabak route
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Personal travel insurance
- Photography equipment
- Gratuities for the guide
Important Information
Reserve Your Place on the Highlands
Secure your seat in the Super Jeep and spend a full day exploring the most colourful and remote corners of Iceland's central highlands with an expert local guide.
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