Landmannalaugar Highlands Small Group Super Jeep Tour
A boutique highland journey through volcanic craters, geothermal pools, and hidden canyons
The Landmannalaugar Small Group Super Jeep Tour takes a maximum of six guests deep into the Icelandic Highlands aboard a specially modified 4x4 vehicle, accessing remote mountain roads that standard buses cannot reach. This 12-hour full-day experience balances guided hiking, geothermal bathing, and stops at some of the most photogenic locations in Iceland.
The Super Jeep format is not simply about comfort. It allows the group to cross rivers, traverse rugged lava fields, and reach viewpoints that remain off-limits to larger tour vehicles. Your local guide adapts the pace to weather and light conditions, ensuring meaningful time at each location rather than a rushed schedule.
Landmannalaugar sits at the heart of a region shaped by centuries of volcanic activity. Rhyolite mountains display a spectrum of colors ranging from green and yellow to deep red, a result of mineral-rich lava cooling at varying temperatures. The area is also home to active geothermal vents, making it one of the few places in the world where you can hike through steaming terrain and then relax in a natural hot spring.
Beyond Landmannalaugar itself, the itinerary includes the volcanic crater Hnausapollur, the canyon Sigöldugljúfur, and the twin waterfall Hjálparfoss. Each location adds a distinct geological or historical layer to the experience, giving the day genuine depth alongside its visual appeal.
Tour Highlights
Walk through the multicolored rhyolite mountains of Landmannalaugar on a guided hike toward Brennisteinsalda, passing steaming geothermal vents along the way.
Soak in the famous natural hot spring pool at Landmannalaugar after approximately two hours of hiking through the volcanic landscape.
Visit the Hnausapollur volcanic crater, also known as Bláhylur, formed during an eruption in 871 AD. The deep blue crater lake contrasts sharply with the surrounding red volcanic slopes.
Explore Sigöldugljúfur Canyon, where dozens of spring-fed streams cascade into the gorge. This hidden gem is one of Iceland's most photographed yet least-visited natural features.
Stop at Sigöldufoss waterfall, surrounded by ancient lava fields and vivid moss-covered terrain along the Tungnaá river system.
Pass by Frostastaðavatn, a highland lake with striking blue waters set against a backdrop of colorful rhyolite mountains and lava fields.
Conclude the return journey with a stop at Hjálparfoss, a twin waterfall framed by basalt columns that historically served as a vital resting point for travelers on the Sprengisandur route.
Itinerary Overview
Depart from Reykjavik in a modified Super Jeep built for Iceland's mountain tracks. The drive into the highlands includes river crossings and passages through dramatic lava fields before reaching the Landmannalaugar area.
Spend several hours exploring the Landmannalaugar nature reserve. The guided hike follows trails toward Brennisteinsalda, moving through geothermal steam fields and beneath the strikingly colored rhyolite ridgelines.
After the hike, relax in the geothermal hot spring that flows naturally at the edge of the lava field. The warm water provides a welcome contrast to the cool highland air.
Continue to the Hnausapollur volcanic crater lake before visiting Sigöldugljúfur Canyon, where multiple spring-fed waterfalls pour simultaneously into the gorge below.
A quieter stop at Sigöldufoss offers wide views across the lava field and moss-covered landscape. The setting is peaceful and well suited for photography.
The final stop is Hjálparfoss, a twin waterfall framed by distinctive basalt columns. From here, the group returns to Reykjavik, completing the 12-hour journey through the Icelandic Highlands.
What Is Included
Included
- Super Jeep transport throughout the tour
- Professional local guide for the full day
- Small group size of maximum 6 guests
- Guided hike at Landmannalaugar
- Access to natural geothermal hot spring
- Stops at Hnausapollur, Sigöldugljúfur, Sigöldufoss, and Hjálparfoss
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Personal travel insurance
- Swimwear or towel for the hot spring
- Gratuities for the guide
Important Information
The Icelandic Highlands are only accessible during the summer months, typically from late June through early September. Weather in the highlands can change quickly, so layered and waterproof clothing is strongly recommended regardless of the forecast.
Reserve Your Place in the Highlands
With a maximum of six guests per departure, spaces on this tour fill quickly during the summer season. Secure your seat to experience Landmannalaugar at its most intimate and unhurried.
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