Private Landmannalaugar Highlands Day Tour by Super Jeep – from Reykjavik

11 Hours Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided by VAREN Iceland

Why we love it?

This private day tour from Reykjavik ventures deep into Iceland’s rugged interior aboard a Land Rover Defender Super Jeep, designed for the challenging gravel roads leading to Landmannalaugar. Along the scenic northern route, you visit Hella for last services before entering the highlands, then stop at Sigoldugljúfur, known as the Valley of Tears, where a turquoise river winds through a canyon with small waterfalls. The journey continues to Ljótipollur, a vivid blue crater lake surrounded by red slopes, and Frostastaðavatn, a tranquil highland lake. At Landmannalaugar, located within the Fjallabak Nature Reserve, you can explore the multicolored rhyolite mountains, walk through the Laugahraun lava field, and relax in the natural geothermal hot spring. The itinerary is flexible to adapt to weather and road conditions, with an English-speaking driver-guide providing insights into the area's geology and history. The tour includes pickup and drop-off in the Reykjavik area, but guests should bring their own food, drinks, swimsuit, and towel for the hot spring.

Inclusions

  • Private Landmannalaugar tour by Super Jeep, just for your group
  • Friendly English-speaking local driver-guide
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation or cruise terminal
  • All highland driving, conditions permitting
  • Bottled water
  • Child seats, free of charge (add them when you book)
  • All parking fees and local taxes

Exclusions

  • Gratuities (optional, always appreciated)
  • Meals and snacks (please bring a packed lunch)

Itinerary

Pick-up in the Capital Area

Your driver picks you up at your accommodation or any address in the Capital Area.

Hella

The last village before the Highlands, a short stop for fuel, snacks and restrooms.

Sigöldugljúfur

A hidden canyon where dozens of small waterfalls fall into turquoise pools, known locally as the Valley of Tears.

Ljótipollur

A red explosion crater with a deep blue lake at the bottom, one of the most colourful views in the Fjallabak Nature Reserve.

Frostastaðavatn

A calm highland lake framed by rhyolite hills and a lava field, just before Landmannalaugar.

Landmannalaugar

Rhyolite mountains in red, yellow and green, black obsidian lava and steaming vents. Time for a walk on the Laugahraun lava trail and an optional dip in the natural hot spring.

Drop-off in the Capital Area

Return to your accommodation or any address in the Capital Area.

Please Note

  • Your bookingYou will receive your booking confirmation right after you book.
  • Please count everyone in your group, including children and infants, as everyone needs their own seat.
  • We pick up and drop off at any accommodation in the Capital Area and at the cruise terminals in Reykjavík and Hafnarfjörður. Staying somewhere else? Send us a message before you book and we will gladly help.
  • Arriving by cruise ship? This is a long day, so please check your ship's all-aboard time before you book. We plan the start time and the route around it, so you are back at the port well before all-aboard time.
  • This is a full day of about 11 hours door to door.
  • Season and weatherThis tour runs from mid-June to the end of September, while the highland road to Landmannalaugar is open.
  • Weather and road conditions decide the day. Stops may change or be skipped, and on rare days the highland roads close completely. If the tour cannot run, we move it to another date or give you a full refund.
  • Food options on the way are very limited, so please bring a packed lunch and snacks.
  • Walking and accessibilityThe Super Jeep sits high, so you should be able to climb in and out on your own and walk on uneven, rocky ground.
  • ChildrenChildren of all ages are welcome. Please tell us their ages when you book.

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

From $2,287.49 Per 1 adult