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Private Day Trip in Landmannalaugar from Reykjavík

About this experience

I run a small private tour company so I will be your guide and driver. I will show you the area local style. From Hvölsvöllur we will drive to the roots of Hekla and drive to Landmannahellir after the stop there, we will continue to Landmannalaugar and hike there and you can go the geothermal pool if you bring swim suite and a towel. On the way back we will stop at waterfalls and more

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  • Duration: 9 hr–10 hr
  • Private experience

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Private Day Trip in Landmannalaugar from Reykjavík
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Time on the tour9 hr–10 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 9 hr–10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • day pass to landmannalaugar
  • Parking Fees

Not included

  • food

Itinerary and highlights

From Hvolsvöllur it is a 2.5 hour drive to Landmannalaugar we will drive around the volcano Hekla on our way to Landmannahellir and then continue to Landmannalaugar, here we can hike around the area, you can go to the geothermal pool if you bring a swimsuit and towel. On the way back we will stop at Hnausa pollur and Þjófafoss.

The waterfall Þjófafoss is part of the Þjórsá river that stretches from the Icelandic Highland all the way to the south shore in the Southern Region in Iceland. Here we will stop and take a look at this beautiful waterfall. This is a good place to take pictures and rest.

Short stop at the cave Landmannahellir, here will we enter the cave and you can take pictures of the area. Landmannahellir has for many years been one of the main dwelling place for sheep gatherers when they round up the sheep each autumn that have been grassing in this area during the summer.

Meeting and pickup information

  • pickup at any hotel or hostel at Reykjavík area

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • FG private tours

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 9 hr–10 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
pickup at any hotel or hostel at Reykjavík area
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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