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Landmannalaugar and Hekla Volcano / guided private tour

About this experience

Available - All year - every day as a private tour.Except in spring when the area is closed,  normally from mid May to mid June. Pick up at 08.00 Duration 9-10 hours Volcanos, Hot pools, Stunning nature, Lava fields, Craters, Gjáin - Hiking. Pick up from Selfoss, Hella, junction road 1 and road 30, available.

At a glance

  • Duration: 9 hr–10 hr
  • Private experience

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1-10 passengers
Super Jeep: Modified to drive on glacier, in snow, crossing rivers, in highland.
Very comfortable for up to passengers.
Driver guide.
Private tour 1-6 passengers: Volcanos, Hot pools, Stunning nature, Lava fields, Craters, Gjáin - Hiking.
Pickup included
1-4 passengers
Super jeep: Modified to drive on glacier, in snow, crossing rivers, in highland.
Very comfortable for up to passengers.
Driver guide.
Private tour 1-4 passengers: Volcanos, Hot pools, Stunning nature, Lava fields, Craters, Gjáin - Hiking.
Pickup included

Plan your experience

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.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Driver/guide

Not included

  • Food and drinks

Itinerary and highlights

After boarding our Super jeeps in Reykjavik, we cross fertile South Iceland farmlands, opening up to grand views of Hekla volcano's snow-covered top (elev. 1491m). Hekla's next eruption is long overdue and expected at any time so you just might catch the show. Since Iceland's human settlement in the ninth century, Hekla's 20-30 eruptions have ranged from pretty little tourist attractions to explosive disasters. There's no wonder Hekla has long been taken for the entrance to Hell for damned souls. Conditions permitting, we may make it up onto the volcano’s eruptive ridge, ca 900m above sea level, where the air is crisp and the views incomparable. Pushing deeper into Iceland's eruptive interior, we take in and touch scenery so unreal it is repeatedly used for other- world Hollywood A-films.

When we arrive in Landmannalaugar we can hike, or dip in Iceland's most famous natural hot pool, or both.

Ljótipollur means “an Ugly puddle”, but do not let confuse yourself, Ljótipollur is a beautiful crater lake worth to visit.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Mountain Taxi

Accessibility and practical details

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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