Included: A local, certified, and experienced guide A professional & licensed driver Private 4×4 vehicle for the group Accommodation for 6 nights 3 nights at Midgard Basecamp in twin rooms (bar, restaurant, hot tub, sauna on site) 3 nights at Strútur & Hólaskjól mountain huts in multiple shared rooms (sleeping bag accommodation) All meals from breakfast on Day 2 through breakfast on Day 7 Vehicle fuel All the cooking equipment Not included: Flights to Iceland Sleeping bag and personal hiking gear Airport transfers Trip insurance with helicopter rescue coverage — mandatory Accommodation prior to and after the tour Any other meals or activities not listed in the itinerary Dinner on Day 1 Drinks during dinners at restaurants Lockers in Reykjavik (in case you decide to leave some of your luggage which you won’t be needing for the trip) Everything not specified under “what’s included”

How fit do I need to be?

This exclusive Iceland tour is designed for individuals in good physical condition who are comfortable hiking on uneven terrain while carrying a daypack . Expect daily hikes of around 20 km (13 miles), with elevation gains exceeding 700 m (2,300 ft), typically requiring 5 to 8 hours of hiking each day. Endurance, physical resilience, and a strong sense of determination are key to embracing the challenges of this journey. Being able to hike for 5 consecutive days is a must. The route can be demanding both physically and mentally, but you’ll have a local guide by your side the whole way through, who will be there to support you. Still, a positive mindset and a willingness to push through tough moments will make all the difference. Embrace the spirit of adventure, stay motivated, and be prepared for the unpredictable! Finally, given Iceland’s ever-changing weather, high-quality waterproof mountain gear is highly recommended to stay dry, comfortable, and safe throughout the expedition.

What do I need to bring?

After booking, you will receive a list of all necessary equipment to bring on this exclusive Iceland tour. Prior to the start of the route, the guide together with each traveler will review the material to ensure that everything necessary is available. Here’s a general list of the equipment you need to bring: Daypack (10 to 20L) Waterproof backpack cover Personal hiking gear Sleeping bag for 10 °C (you will sleep in mountain huts for a few nights) Wind and waterproof shell jacket with hood (Gore-Tex recommended) Wind and waterproof pants (Gore-Tex recommended) Warm hiking pants Bottom base layer (thermal pants) Fleece jacket Down jacket or vest Synthetic or wool base layers (top and bottom), underwear and socks Spare clothes for layering and 6 days of hiking Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity) Lightweight hiking or trekking boots Sunhat Warm hat and buff Warm gloves Hiking poles — optional (but recommended) Headlamp Pocket knife Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.) Sunglasses Camera — optional (but recommended) Drones are completely forbidden.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and pricing For this exclusive Iceland tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 6:1, with a maximum of 12 participants. Min. age requirements If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.

Getting there and meeting location

To get to the starting point of this exclusive Iceland tour in Reykjavík, most people fly into Keflavík International Airport (KEF) . The best option is taking a shuttle to reach the city center. You’ll meet up with your guides and your team in the afternoon.

Safety measures and insurance

Trip insurance with helicopter rescue coverage is mandatory . To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible , simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner ! Redpoint tailors their protection 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 protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

On recent volcanic activity in Iceland

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

REYKJAVÍK | ICELAND

Exclusive Iceland Tour: Hiking & Driving Adventure

One hiker on the green slopes of Iceland

Hidden Trails of Iceland Volcano - black sands and green moss

Bird’s-eye view of the streets of Reykjavik with colorful houses.

From $3,950 ()

Duration

7 days

Season

June through July

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Itinerary
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Things to know

Some journeys take you places, but this one takes you beyond—deep into Iceland’s wild heart, where only Superjeeps and true explorers dare to roam. A week in the country’s untamed wilderness is sure to redefine your understanding of adventure. This rare trip is a one-time opportunity—no repeats, no extra dates. We’ll swap roads for roaring rivers and lava fields, bland hotel rooms for a deluxe basecamp in the middle of nowhere, and urban jungles for otherworldly landscapes. Join us on this one-of-a-kind hiking & driving voyage and gain unprecedented access to the most secluded corners of Iceland!

Adventure highlights

Iceland is so hot right now

Literally—flaming-colored relief, lava forests, and even molten, fiery lava can be found
Blend of Iceland's highlights & hidden trails

Laugavegur, Thorsmork, the South Coast? Absolutely. Rare, nearly inaccessible hidden gems? You bet.
Once-in-a-lifetime Icelandic experience

Leaving the well-trodden paths behind, we’ll plunge into Iceland’s uncharted landscapes, navigating rugged terrain in our trusty 4×4

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There’s no place like Iceland anywhere else in the world and exploring its hidden trails is probably the most epic hiking journey we’ll ever get to witness. Far from the tourists and crowded trails, we will traverse through lava fields, surreal rhyolite mountains, jet-black sands, and surreal lakes—just to name a few of the countless gems. Natural hot springs and geothermal pools will be there to relax our muscles, and as the evening falls, we will retreat to our accommodations in the middle of nowhere.

After you land at Keflavik Airport, head to the city at your arrangement. We’ll all meet up at our local guides’ headquarters in the afternoon. After a presentation and briefing about the upcoming adventure, we’ll drive to our accommodation for the night on the South Coast (1h 30’ drive). Make sure to get a good night’s rest—tomorrow the adventure begins!

Accommodation: Private twin rooms in Midgard Basecamp
Rise and shine, we’ve got an incredible day ahead of us! Early in the morning, we’ll depart towards Landmannalaugar. Once there, we’ll hike depending on the weather conditions. In the evening, we’ll drive to Hólaskjól (1h 30’).

Hiking: 8-10 km (5-6.2 mi)
Accommodation: Shared room in a mountain hut with a sleeping bag
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Transfer: 40 km (25 mi)
If the road conditions allow, in the morning we’ll drive towards Langisjór, an incredible lake in the Highlands. Its shape and color against the green mountains seem surreal, and we’ll hike around the Fögrufjöll mountains. After hiking, we’ll drive back to Hólaskjól and spend the night there. Plan B is that we visit the Eldgjá volcanic canyon.

Hiking: 6-10 km (3.7-6.2 mi) or 6-12 km (3.7-7.5 mi)
Accommodation: Shared room in a mountain hut with a sleeping bag
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Again, if road conditions allow, we’ll drive towards the region of Mælifell and hike the
Rauðibötn crater as well as the waterfalls near Hólmsárlón lake. After lunch, we’ll head head towards Mælifell mountain, a verdant mountain emerging from pitch-black soil, and continue onto the Strútur area. That’s where we’ll spend the night.

Hiking: 8-15 km (5.-9.3 mi)
Accommodation: Shared room in mountain hut with sleeping bag
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Transfer: 40 km (25 mi)
In the morning, we’ll depart from Strútur mountain hut and explore the southern Highlands with expert guides. Discover, depending on the weather, different regions: Álftavatn, Öldufell, or Emstrur—all incredibly gorgeous and well worth exploring.

Hiking: 6-15 km (3.7-9.3 mi)
Accommodation: Private twin rooms in Midgard Basecamp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Transfer: 85 km (53 mi)
Today we’ve got a full day of hiking through the surreal Thórsmörk valley! Depending on weather conditions, we’ll settle on the Tindfjallahringur hike, the Valahnúkur hike, or the Fimmvörðuháls approach. Time permitting, we’ll end the day with a hike to the Stakkholstgjá canyon.

Hiking: 6-15 km (3.7-9.3 mi)
Accommodation: Private twin rooms in Midgard Basecamp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Transfer: 50 km (31 mi)
We’ll leave the South Coast in the morning and head towards Reykjavik. Head to Keflavik Airport at your arrangement. Alternatively, if you’d like to stay here longer, that’s totally understandable—keep on exploring this wonder of a country and feel free to ask us for recommendations!

Meals: Breakfast
Transfer: 110 km (68 mi)

Exclusive Iceland Tour: Hiking & Driving Adventure

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If you have questions or need help with planning a trip, schedule a call with one of our adventure experts.

Meet your guides

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Albert Ojembarrena

AIMG Mountain & Glacier Guide

Albert is the owner of Amarok Adventures and has guided adventure treks in Iceland, Greenland, South America and Nepal. He has also worked as a documentary and travel photographer for international magazines. He has lived in Iceland since 2015, traveling the country discovering hidden gems and loads of adventure off the beaten path — always with his camera in tow. Albert has been awarded with “Senior Polar Guide” license by the Polar Tourism Guides Association.

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Mónica Fuentes

AIMG Mountain & Glacier Guide

Mónica is a Mountain guide certified by UIMLA. She is extensively experienced in mountaineering, sport climbing and skiing. Originally from Spain, Mónica shares her love for nature and the outdoors with clients all over the world. She knows her way around Iceland’s hidden gems, as well as all the best spots in Black Forest, Morocco, United States, Scotland and Nepal. Mónica has been awarded with “Senior Polar Guide” license by the Polar Tourism Guides Association.

Accommodation

Midgard Base Camp

We’ll stay at Midgard Basecamp for 3 nights during our adventure. This unique accommodation is nestled in the heart of Iceland’s surreal landscapes, offering a relaxing retreat with a modern design that seamlessly blends into the rugged surroundings.

During our stay here, we’ll be staying in twin rooms with private bathrooms. There’s also a wide range of facilities and features that you’ll find here at Midgard Basecamp, including a bar, restaurant, and even a rooftop hot tub and a sauna (from which you can enjoy the view of Eyjafjallajökull icecap and volcano, and the basecamp’s super cute neighbors, the grazing horses). There is also a communal area with games and a charming outside terrace.

This accommodation is a real treat after full days of exploring the gems of Iceland’s south!

Strútur & Hólaskjól huts

Exploring the Icelandic wilderness is not complete without spending the night in some of its remote mountain huts! We will spend 3 nights in huts, and you’ll need a sleeping bag. There’s this unique atmosphere in huts, a sense of community that’s felt right away—so this cozy and rustic charm will just add to our adventure.

We will spend one night in the exclusive Strútur mountain hut, nestled in the heart of Maelifellssandur. Normally accommodating up to 26 guests, we’ll have this hut all to ourselves, making our stay comfortable and unforgettable. There are showers onsite.

Two nights will be spent at the Hólaskjól mountain hut, sitting at the edge of a lava field and at the foot of Lambaskarðshólar hills. This hut is somewhat bigger than Strútur, but it’s just as charming. There’s room for 61 people in the main lodge plus several cabins. Showers are available.

Things to know

Included:
- - A local, certified, and experienced guide
  - A professional & licensed driver
  - Private 4×4 vehicle for the group
  - Accommodation for 6 nights
    
    3 nights at Midgard Basecamp in twin rooms (bar, restaurant, hot tub, sauna on site)
    
    3 nights at Strútur & Hólaskjól mountain huts in multiple shared rooms (sleeping bag
    accommodation)
  - All meals from breakfast on Day 2 through breakfast on Day 7
  - Vehicle fuel
  - All the cooking equipment
Not included:
- - Flights to Iceland
  - Sleeping bag and personal hiking gear
  - Airport transfers
  - Trip insurance with helicopter rescue coverage — mandatory
  - Accommodation prior to and after the tour
  - Any other meals or activities not listed in the itinerary
  - Dinner on Day 1
  - Drinks during dinners at restaurants
  - Lockers in Reykjavik (in case you decide to leave some of your luggage which you won’t be needing for the trip)
  - Everything not specified under “what’s included”
This exclusive Iceland tour is designed for individuals in good physical condition who are comfortable hiking on uneven terrain while carrying a daypack. Expect daily hikes of around 20 km (13 miles), with elevation gains exceeding 700 m (2,300 ft), typically requiring 5 to 8 hours of hiking each day.

Endurance, physical resilience, and a strong sense of determination are key to embracing the challenges of this journey. Being able to hike for 5 consecutive days is a must. The route can be demanding both physically and mentally, but you’ll have a local guide by your side the whole way through, who will be there to support you. Still, a positive mindset and a willingness to push through tough moments will make all the difference. Embrace the spirit of adventure, stay motivated, and be prepared for the unpredictable!

Finally, given Iceland’s ever-changing weather, high-quality waterproof mountain gear is highly recommended to stay dry, comfortable, and safe throughout the expedition.
After booking, you will receive a list of all necessary equipment to bring on this exclusive Iceland tour. Prior to the start of the route, the guide together with each traveler will review the material to ensure that everything necessary is available. Here’s a general list of the equipment you need to bring:
- - Daypack (10 to 20L)
  - Waterproof backpack cover
  - Personal hiking gear
  - Sleeping bag for 10 °C (you will sleep in mountain huts for a few nights)
  - Wind and waterproof shell jacket with hood (Gore-Tex recommended)
  - Wind and waterproof pants (Gore-Tex recommended)
  - Warm hiking pants
  - Bottom base layer (thermal pants)
  - Fleece jacket
  - Down jacket or vest
  - Synthetic or wool base layers (top and bottom), underwear and socks
  - Spare clothes for layering and 6 days of hiking
  - Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  - Lightweight hiking or trekking boots
  - Sunhat
  - Warm hat and buff
  - Warm gloves
  - Hiking poles — optional (but recommended)
  - Headlamp
  - Pocket knife
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  - Sunglasses
  - Camera — optional (but recommended)
Drones are completely forbidden.
Group sizes and pricing
- - For this exclusive Iceland tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 6:1, with a maximum of 12 participants.
Min. age requirements
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
To get to the starting point of this exclusive Iceland tour in Reykjavík, most people fly into Keflavík International Airport (KEF). The best option is taking a shuttle to reach the city center. You’ll meet up with your guides and your team in the afternoon.
Trip insurance with helicopter rescue coverage is mandatory. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

Redpoint tailors their protection 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 protection. 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
To secure your spot, a deposit in the amount of 10% is required at the time of booking. The remaining amount must be paid by May 1, 2025. If you cancel the booking…
- - By May 1, 2025 — you’ll get a full refund.
  - After May 1, 2025 — no refund will be issued.
Please note that booking fees are non-refundable in all cases and will be deducted from the refund amount.