Iceland · LANDMANNALAUGAR HIKING TRIPS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 landmannalaugar hiking trips worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Reykjavik to Landmannalaugar day hike for rhyolite colors, lava trails, canyons, and a natural hot-spring soak, with a guided group.
“Otherworldly is the word to describe it. A must for hikers in Iceland and a great tour!”
Reykjavik to Landmannalaugar and Háifoss in one long day, with a guided hike, hot spring soak, crater lake stops, and major waterfalls.
“Our guide Karla was very friendly and helpful. The weather was rainy. Nevertheless we enjoyed the tour very much. We specially enjoyed the dip in the natural hot spring after our hiking in the wet weather. We also appreciate that Karlo drove us to visit the Sigöldugljúfur. It was impressive indeed.”
Reykjavik Super Jeep to Landmannalaugar for Brennisteinsalda, obsidian hike, and a hot spring swim, plus Sigöldugljúfur Valley of Tears.
“This was a wonderful trip that you have to add to your itinerary!! Bessi was an amazing tour guide and showed us beautiful places in Landmannalaugar. The hike was diverse and breathtaking!”
From Reykjavík to Landmannalaugar, hike lava fields and rhyolite mountains, possibly climb a volcano, then soak in natural hot springs.
“The views here are spectacular and our guide Mariano was excellent, offering fun interesting facts! Dress warm for the wind, especially at the tops of the mountains. The drive was a bit under 4 hours from Reykjavík, with beautiful scenery along the way! 10/10 would do again.”
Landmannalaugar hike plus Brennisteinsalda views, then a hot-springs soak. Reykjavik round-trip transport with a certified small-group guide.
“Great place to hike, parts of the trail look like as if I were on another planet. The weather was nice on the day of the trip, which made all of my photos turn out nice (guide was also very helpful with these). Definitely would go again if given the chance.”
Landmannalaugar day tour from Reykjavik or Hella: guided hike through rhyolite colors, then natural hot springs, small groups for $190.
“I really enjoyed it. It was an incredibly unique and memorable experience.”
A premium Super Jeep day into Landmannalaugar, with Ljótipollur crater views, Fjallabak highlands driving, and a soak in geothermal hot springs.
“Guide was great - informative, witty but most importantly excellent in the adverse weather conditions we had! He expertly handled swollen river crossings high winds and more! Highly recommend the trip and the guide! Unfortunately we had poor visibility due weather but it sure must be gorgeous up there!”
Reykjavik to Landmannalaugar by 4x4 super jeep with Hekla, rhyolite hikes, a geothermal soak, crater lakes, canyons, and waterfalls.
“We had a fantastic time with our guide, Ole. The nature is unbelievably beautiful, the hike was great - and the super-jeep ride was super fun!”
A long Reykjavik day by super-jeep to Landmannalaugar, with waterfall hikes, blue crater lakes, and a hot-spring soak.
“Adam is a great guide and the tour was very exciting. All the stops are incredible and at places with stunning views. We were really lucky with the weather what made it an even better experience. It’s the best tour I ever did!”
Landmannalaugar hike from Reykjavik with geothermal hot springs, stops at Sigoldugljufur and Hjálparfoss, then the Valley of Tears.
“It was an enjoyable tour even though the weather was not that ideal. We hiked through rain, sun, snow and strong wind. Landmannalaugar was a unique place and really worth going to. James was a great driver and a good guide. Only if he could slow down with the hike and gave some short breaks. He hiked all the way to the top at quite a fast pace and no water breaks in between. If you are fit and in shape then it will be an easy hike.”
Full-day small-group trip from Reykjavik to Landmannalaugar hot springs and easy guided hike, plus Hjálparfoss and Háifoss.
“Our guide was great and a skilled driver. However, the trip got off to a rocky start because we had to wait an extra 45 minutes for our bus. The bus wasn’t available and someone called out sick, so there was no driver and an alternate had to be called in. Once we got on the road, it was nice.”
A 2-hour guided hike to Langifoss and Okjökull, then a relaxing soak in Húsafell Canyon Baths in western Iceland.
“Esperienza incredibile! Terme veramente isolate nella natura e splendide per passare un'ora in totale relax. Il trasporto è rapido e la guida è stata molto gentile e disponibile oltre che chiarissima in tutto. Spogliatoi e docce puliti.”
Private 10-hour Highlands and Valley of Tears tour from Reykjavik with Gjáin oasis, Haifoss, blue waterfalls, and Hekla.
“Thor was an amazinging, knowledgeable and skilled guide and really added something special to an already great time. We were able to access specific areas of some of the locations that many would not be able to get to. If seeing some of Icelands breathtaking scenery and waterfalls is on your wish list you need to book this experience.”
Skip the drive in a Super Jeep, hike Landmannalaugar, and learn volcanic Iceland up close at Hekla and Ljótipollur.
“This tour was wonderful. You get to experience Iceland from the interior. The 4x4 Mercedes was very high tech. The lava flows were amazing. Especially seeing obsidian lava. Enjoyed the natural hot springs Our driver was incredible. There is no room for error driving through lava fields. At the end of the tour you see one of the most magnificent waterfall areas. I recommend bringing a packed lunch prior to boarding the tour. I this is a long tour but worth it’s”
Super Jeep to Landmannalaugar: ride past Hekla, hike lava fields, soak in hot springs with an English guide.
“If you are hesitating to book this tour, don’t. Book it right this minute. The experience was unmatched by any other we’d had in Iceland. The otherworldly beauty of the highlands touched our hearts and imaginations: I took my 2 children, 9 and 11 years, and it was perfect for them. Not too strenuous, and zero opportunity for boredom. Mike, our guide, was attentive and knowledgeable. Can’t recommend strongly enough!”
Every kind of Icelandic day out, and the best of each.
