Pressed for time, but would still love to really experience Iceland’s wilderness? This 3-day, all-women adventure through Thorsmork is as good as it gets. Winding through 3 major glaciers, these trails will take us through some of Iceland’s most scenic and versatile landscapes! Also known as the end-point of Iceland’s legendary Laugavegur trek, Thorsmork abounds with mossy gulches, cooling lava falls, and Iceland’s signature black deserts, enveloped by bright green mountains and craggy peaks. One minute we’re visiting a craggy cave and looking at cooling lava falls, the next we’re crossing a braided glacier stream. And while the scenery may be rugged, the hikes certainly aren’t—the island’s trail network is rich and well-developed, meaning women of all ages and fitness levels can experience the joy that is hiking Iceland’s Laugavegur trek!
Awaken your confidence and rekindle your adventurous spirit with a three-day guided hike in Laugavegur’s Thorsmork for women of all ages. Enjoy daily guided hikes in Iceland’s otherworldly wilderness on appropriate hiking trails carefully selected by your experienced local guide. And when the sun sets, retreat to your beautiful mountain hut for some deep stretch sessions and indulge in Iceland’s traditional delicacies!
We meet our guide at 6:45am at the BSI bus station in downtown Reykjavik and take the public highland bus to Þórsmörk, the stunning endpoint of the Laugavegur trail. Arriving around 11:30 at Básar, our cozy mountain hut, we settle in and enjoy lunch before setting off on our first hike to the summit of Valahnúkur Mountain. This relatively easy trail rewards us with breathtaking panoramic views of Þórsmörk and its surroundings, offering a perfect introduction to the landscape. After descending to Húsadalur, we continue to Langidalur, where we have the chance to climb up to the famous Snorraríki cave. We then follow a well-marked trail back to Básar, arriving just in time for a well-earned dinner.
Elevation: 300 meters (980 ft)
Distance: 7 km (4.3 miles)
Duration: 4 hours
After a hearty breakfast and some morning stretches, we lace up our hiking boots, pack our lunch and snacks, and set out on the renowned Tindfjallahringur trail. Also known as the Circle of Tindfjöll Mountains, this route offers breathtaking, postcard-worthy views. While parts of the trail feature steep sections, technical terrain, and narrow paths, the stunning scenery keeps us inspired every step of the way. After an exhilarating day of hiking, we return to Básar to unwind and enjoy a well-deserved dinner.
Elevation: 500 meters (1,640 ft)
Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles)
Duration: 5-6 hours
After breakfast and some well-earned morning stretches, we pack our bags and prepare to depart on the highland bus at 3pm. But before bidding farewell to this Icelandic paradise, we set out on a final hike up the nearby Réttarfell mountain, soaking in the last stunning views of the highlands.
Elevation: 260 meters (850 ft)
Distance: 4 km (2.5 miles)
Duration: 2-3 hours
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In order to join this Thorsmork hiking tour, good fitness is required. Daily hikes range from 3 to 6 hours, with challenging sections in Thorsmork, including narrow ridges, steep moraines, drop-offs, and rough terrain.
Still, your guide will choose relatively easier trails, enabling people of all age groups and most fitness level to enjoy Iceland’s wilderness.
The most you’ll hike within a day is 12 km (7.5 mi), with 500 m (1,640 ft) of elevation gain. Generally, elevation changes are moderate, and steeper sections are well-marked with man-made steps. Keep in mind that the weather in summer can be surprisingly warm and you’ll also be packing a daypack filled with water and other things you’ll need throughout the day.
Clothing, footwear, and things to carry in your backpack (large enough to carry all the items listed below):
In your luggage:
Your main luggage will stay at the hut. Everything needed for the day’s trek must be in your daypack. Your guide advises you not to bring massive luggage, as the huts don’t have much room to spread out our stuff. There are luggage lockers at four centrally located places in Reykjavik where you can store your extra luggage.
For your own well-being and safety, we strongly suggest following the advice of this equipment list. This includes having good quality rain gear, tops, and bottoms. Cotton clothing is not appropriate for any strenuous outdoor activity—nor are jeans and cotton t-shirts. Modern outdoor clothing is by far more comfortable and will greatly improve your experience.
Group sizes and prices:
Hiking in Thorsmork can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements:
If you plan to hike with anyone under 18 years old, contact us to make arrangements.
To get to your Thorsmork hiking tour, you’ll first hav fly into Keflavík International Airport (KEF), located 45 minutes from downtown Reykjavik. From there, the best and the cheapest way is to take one of the public busses like Airport Direct or Flybus. Buses leave 35-40 minutes after the arrival of each flight, 24/7.
You will most likely meet your guide at the BSÍ bus terminal in Reykjavík at 6:45am.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both emergency medical and travel insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, we partnered up with Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!
Redpoint tailors their insurance packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s insurance. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
Iceland, the “Land of Fire and Ice”, has forever lived with volcanic activity. Minor and major eruptions have occurred every few years since the island was formed. Some of Iceland’s appeal, aside from sheer natural beauty, surely stems from this very fact.
However, every new eruption, such as the recent Reykjanes Peninsula fissure, will make some travelers, tourists, and adventurers uneasy, especially given the fact that sensationalist media is not immune to misinformation and speculation.
Since we work with a number of expert local guides in Iceland, we thought we’d share their input and fill you in on what’s actually going on.
First of all, air traffic has not been affected. Flights to and from Keflavík International Airport and Reykjavík Domestic Airport are operating as they always do.
Second, the effects of volcanic activity have been localized, with some roads closed, and all services in Iceland are operating as usual. Reykjavik, the capital, is around 40 km (25 miles) away from the volcanic fissure, and life there is as normal as ever.
And third, trips offered by 57hours are taking place much further away, and are thereby even less likely to be affected by the volcanic activity, being perfectly safe for adventurers. Naturally, the authorities (and guides) are monitoring the situation and doing everything possible to keep both local residents and visitors safe and well informed.
In case you have any additional questions or dilemmas, feel free to get in touch with either your guide or 57hours. For more information, please visit:
https://safetravel.is/
https://www.visiticeland.com/article/volcano-info
Or watch the video with Dr. Matthew Roberts from the Icelandic Meteorological Office explaining the recent volcanic activities in Iceland:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QA3-BXYuYrw
Deposits
Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.
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Want to be the first one to know when we publish new dates or secure your spot well in advance? Select a future month that suits you best and lock in your Early Bird spot in time with just a 10% deposit.
As soon as our guides publish new tour dates, you’ll be the first one to know. We’ll hold your spot for 2 weeks until you choose the date that suits you best.
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