Book now
From €
6-Day Laugavegur & Fimmvörðuháls Trek in Huts
By
Instant confirmation
- Embark on a 6-Day trek through Iceland's diverse and mesmerizing landscapes
- Cross two popular hiking trails off your bucket-list on this spectacular tour
- Professional guide, some meals, accommodation in huts, and transport included
Tour departs from
Reykjavík
Duration
6 hours
Pick up / meeting point
BSÍ bus station at 7:15
Languages
English
French
Difficulty
4 (High)
Minimum age
14 years old
Overview
This 6-Day trek from Landmannalaugar to Skógar was named one of the 20 best treks in the world by National Geographic and is the full Laugavegur experience. This other-worldly landscape will leave no one untouched.
What's included?
Guide for 7 days
Public transportation to and from Reykjavík
Food for 7 days (from lunch day 1 to lunch day 7)
Accommodation in mountain huts, dormitory style
Luggage transport from day 1 to day 5
Food and drinks not stated
Personal clothing
What to expect?
By combining two of Iceland’s best-known trekking trails, you get an unbelievable seven-day trek through incredibly diverse landscapes.From the famous geothermal area of Landmannalaugar to the ever-so-popular waterfall of Skógar. This path takes us through it all. Over multicoloured hills and black sands deserts, alongside small gullies and great canyons, through verdurous valleys, between glamorous glaciers, and past wonderful waterfalls. This is a memorable hike littered with contrasts giving you a chance to absorb the true spirit of this remarkable country.
Accommodations will be provided in comfortable mountain huts and all luggage will be transferred along the trail except for the last night, where we carry a light backpack to a hut hardly accessible by vehicles (sleeping bag included in the huts for the last two nights).
Trekking: 6 days
Walking per day: 4-7 hours
Total walking distance: 78 km. (48 miles)
Altitude: 200-1100 m. (650-3600 feet)
Maximum Ascent: 900 m. (3000 feet)
Itinerary:
Day 1: REYKJAVÍK - LANDMANNALAUGAR - HRAFNTINNUSKER
We take the regular public bus from the BSI bus terminal, that during the summer months drives the mountain tracks that lead to Landmannalaugar, passing by the Hekla volcano and other volcanoes in the Dómadalur area. Arriving in Landmannalaugar at noon, we have lunch and then head south into the mountains. The trail takes us past small gorges, steaming hot springs and yellow mountain ridges. We will arrive in the late afternoon at Hrafntinnusker mountain hut, where we will stay the night.
Day 2: HRAFNTINNUSKER - ÁLFTAVATN
From Hrafntinnusker we descend down in the gullies of Jökultungur with hundreds of steaming hot springs and mud pools. Fascinating views to the south to the Álftavatn area (Swan Lake), and the Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull glaciers. In the afternoon we arrive at Álftavatn hut where we stay the night.
Day 3: ÁLFTAVATN - EMSTRUR
We pass at the foot of the green conic volcano of Stórasúla before entering the black deserts of Mælifellssandur. Heading towards another ancient and verdurous volcano, the Hattfell, we enter the Emstrur region where farmers used to graze their sheep in summer. Before arriving at the Botnar hut where we stay the night, we visit the magnificent Markarfljót canyon cut almost 200 m down into the rocks south of Hattfell.
Day 4: EMSTRUR - ÞÓRSMÖRK
We continue up and down through the small valleys and gullies of Emstrur, where the great Mýrdalsjökull glacier rises only a couple of kilometres away. At the end of the day, the vegetation starts to grow thicker and higher as we descend into Þórsmörk’s (the woods of Thor) green valleys filled with arctic birch forests and colourful flowers. We cross the river Krossá on a footbridge entering the magic landscapes of Goðaland, the abode of the Gods.
Nesting at the foot of two glaciers this is a wonderland of ridges and cliffs covered by a multitude of flowers and grasses, certainly fit for gods and humans alike. Even the elves have made themselves at home here. We spend the night in the Básar hut.
Day 5: ÞÓRSMÖRK - FIMMVÖRÐUHÁLS
We climb up the hills leading to the pass of Fimmvörðuháls, walking along the Kattarhryggir ridges with views to the impressive mountain of Útigönguhöfði up to Morinsheiði heath. At the end of the Morinsheiði plateau, we enjoy the view of the lava stream that flowed down from the Fimmvörðuháls volcano in March and early April 2010.
As we gain height above Morinsheiði we come to the lava and then to the two craters Magni and Móði that erupted prior to the main Eyjafjallajökull crater. We head back to Þórsmörk with the magnificent view over the glaciers and this beautiful valley for our celebration barbeque dinner and night in Básar Hut.
Day 6: ÞÓRSMÖRK VALLEY
We spend the last day in Þórsmörk, the hiker’s paradise, where we have an abundance of choices between various paths. For example, we can visit the Sönghellir cave (“Song cave”), climb up the small mountain of Valahnúkur from where the magnificent views can be enjoyed, or hike into the beautifully carved canyon Stakkholtsgjá. This oasis between the mountains is also an ideal place to relax and just enjoy nature. Return to Reykjavik in the afternoon.
Please bring:
- Sturdy Hiking Boots – waterproof with good ankle support
- Long sleeve shirt (thermal underwear) – Wool or synthetic
- T-shirt (thermal underwear) – Wool or synthetic
- Light wool or fleece sweater (2nd layer)
- Trousers – Strong and light material that dries quickly e.g. soft-shell
- Jacket with a good hood – windproof, waterproof and breathable
- Rain trousers – windproof, waterproof and breathable
- Gloves – Wool or synthetic 2 pairs of different thickness
- Socks – Wool or synthetic - two or three pairs
- Warm hat – Wool or synthetic
- A duffel bag for the transport of your overnight gear between huts
- Backpack for extra clothes and food during the day. 25 – 40L (1500 – 2500 cu in)
- River shoes
- Light sleeping bag
- Towel – lightweight and packable
- Sunglasses, sun protection
- Water container – thermos flask or water bottle 0,5 – 1L
- Headlamp for reading and getting around the hut
- Casual clothes/change of clothes for wearing in the hut
- Personal first aid kit – including blister care and prescription medication
- Toiletries; toothbrush, toothpaste, soap etc. Earplugs
Optional gear:
- Walking pole(s)
- Gaiters Neoprene socks – highly recommended for river crossings
- Penknife
- Sun/rain Hat or a Cap
- Shorts
- Thermal mat (for lunch breaks)
- Puffy jacket (e.g. Primaloft or down)
- Camera, spare batteries and a memory card or films
- Dry bags for electronics and extra clothing
- Slippers for indoor use
- Aperitif or other heart-warming spirits
Due to this trail's popularity, there is potential for irreparable damage to the nature that we all enjoy. As environmental stewards in Iceland, we are taking a proactive approach to preserve the trail and the surrounding environment by allocating 1% of the tour price for each passenger to our Environmental Fund. With us, you get to experience this amazing trail and minimize your environmental impact.
See more
What to bring
Sturdy Hiking Boots – waterproof with good ankle support.
Long sleeve shirt (thermal underwear) – Wool or synthetic.
T-shirt (thermal underwear) – Wool or synthetic.
Light wool or fleece sweater (2nd layer).
Trousers – Strong and light material that dries quickly e.g. soft-shell.
Jacket with a good hood – windproof, waterproof and breathable.
Rain trousers – windproof, waterproof and breathable. Please note that full raingear is mandatory in Iceland.
Gloves
Socks – Wool or synthetic. Two or three pairs.
Warm hat.
A duffel bag for the transport of your overnight gear between huts. Please avoid bringing a suitcase! (not necessary for IMG35-Þórsmörk-Skógar).
Backpack for extra clothes and food during the day. 25 – 40L (1500 – 2500 cu in) (For IMG35- Þórsmörk- Skógar 30-45L (1850-2750 cu in)
River shoes – Walking sandals or old running shoes with a good grip are a good choice, along with a pair of warm socks or neoprene socks. Open sandals or flip-flops will not do the job. (not necessary for IMG35-Þórsmörk-Skógar).
Light Sleeping bag. (For IMG35 Þórsmörk-Skógar only: only sleeping bag liner is needed as a basic sleeping bag is stored in the huts so you will not need ot carry a sleeping bag).
Towel – light weight and packable.
Sunglasses & sun protection.
Water container – thermos flask or water bottle 0,5 – 1L.
Headlamp for reading and getting around the hut.
Casual clothes / change of clothes for wearing in the hut.
Personal first aid kit – including blister care.
Prescription medication and other personal health items.
Toiletries; Toothbrush, toothpaste etc.
Walking pole(s).
Gaiters
Neoprene socks – highly recommended for river crossings.
Pen knife.
Earplugs
Sun/rain Hat or a Cap. Shorts
Thermal mat (for lunch breaks).
Puffy jacket (e.g. Primaloft or down)
Camera, spare batteries.
Dry-bags for electronics and extra clothing.
Slippers for indoor use.
Aperitif or other heart-warming spirits.
Long sleeve shirt (thermal underwear) – Wool or synthetic.
T-shirt (thermal underwear) – Wool or synthetic.
Light wool or fleece sweater (2nd layer).
Trousers – Strong and light material that dries quickly e.g. soft-shell.
Jacket with a good hood – windproof, waterproof and breathable.
Rain trousers – windproof, waterproof and breathable. Please note that full raingear is mandatory in Iceland.
Gloves
Socks – Wool or synthetic. Two or three pairs.
Warm hat.
A duffel bag for the transport of your overnight gear between huts. Please avoid bringing a suitcase! (not necessary for IMG35-Þórsmörk-Skógar).
Backpack for extra clothes and food during the day. 25 – 40L (1500 – 2500 cu in) (For IMG35- Þórsmörk- Skógar 30-45L (1850-2750 cu in)
River shoes – Walking sandals or old running shoes with a good grip are a good choice, along with a pair of warm socks or neoprene socks. Open sandals or flip-flops will not do the job. (not necessary for IMG35-Þórsmörk-Skógar).
Light Sleeping bag. (For IMG35 Þórsmörk-Skógar only: only sleeping bag liner is needed as a basic sleeping bag is stored in the huts so you will not need ot carry a sleeping bag).
Towel – light weight and packable.
Sunglasses & sun protection.
Water container – thermos flask or water bottle 0,5 – 1L.
Headlamp for reading and getting around the hut.
Casual clothes / change of clothes for wearing in the hut.
Personal first aid kit – including blister care.
Prescription medication and other personal health items.
Toiletries; Toothbrush, toothpaste etc.
Walking pole(s).
Gaiters
Neoprene socks – highly recommended for river crossings.
Pen knife.
Earplugs
Sun/rain Hat or a Cap. Shorts
Thermal mat (for lunch breaks).
Puffy jacket (e.g. Primaloft or down)
Camera, spare batteries.
Dry-bags for electronics and extra clothing.
Slippers for indoor use.
Aperitif or other heart-warming spirits.