Buggy Adventure in Þórsmörk: Explore Iceland's Hidden Highland Valley
A 4x4 buggy ride through one of Iceland's most beloved and spectacular nature reserves
The Þórsmörk buggy tour takes you deep into a glacially carved highland valley that Icelanders regard as one of their most treasured natural landscapes. Over five hours, you travel across gravel roads and rugged terrain, discovering waterfalls, glacier tongues, and the raw aftermath of a volcanic eruption.
Þórsmörk sits at the convergence of three major glaciers — Eyjafjallajökull, Mýrdalsjökull, and Tindfjallajökull — creating a landscape unlike anywhere else on the island. The valley is sheltered, green, and strikingly different from the wind-swept open plains that surround it.
Departing from Brú Basecamp near Road 249, guests receive a safety briefing before suiting up in waterproof snow suits and helmets. The buggies are 4x4 capable, allowing access to terrain that standard vehicles cannot reach.
The tour also includes a stop at Gígjökull glacier, where visitors witness the lasting geological changes left by the 2010 Eyjafjallajökull eruption. The glacial air, the sculpted ice, and the surrounding silence make this one of the most memorable stops on the entire route.
Tour Highlights
Drive a 4x4 buggy through the dramatic highland terrain of Þórsmörk, a protected nature reserve in the heart of south Iceland.
Visit Gígjökull glacier and observe the striking geological effects left by the 2010 eruption of Eyjafjallajökull.
Travel through a valley nestled between three glaciers — Eyjafjallajökull, Mýrdalsjökull, and Tindfjallajökull.
Pass by waterfalls and glacial streams that flow through the valley floor, adding to Þórsmörk's scenic character.
All participants are provided with waterproof suits and helmets, with a full safety briefing before departure.
Rated easy difficulty, this tour is suitable for adventurous travelers who want off-road thrills without technical experience.
Tour Itinerary
Meet your guide at Brú Basecamp on Road 249. Receive a safety briefing and get suited up in waterproof gear and a helmet before boarding your buggy.
Set off into the protected highland valley of Þórsmörk, navigating gravel roads and rugged paths through a landscape shaped by glaciers and volcanic activity.
The route passes glacial rivers and waterfalls that cut through the valley floor. Your guide provides context on the local geography and ecology.
Stop at Gígjökull, a glacier tongue that was dramatically altered by the 2010 Eyjafjallajökull eruption. Observe the changes to the ice and surrounding terrain firsthand.
Complete the loop back to Brú Basecamp after approximately five hours of highland exploration. Return your gear and conclude the tour.
What Is Included
Included
- Guided 5-hour buggy tour through Þórsmörk
- Waterproof snow or whole suit
- Safety helmet
- Safety briefing before departure
- Access to Gígjökull glacier viewpoint
Not Included
- Hotel pickup or drop-off
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities for guides
- Food or beverages
Important Information
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