Included: A local, certified, experienced guide A professional & licensed driver & 1 private 4×4 vehicle for the group for getting into the Highlands and returning from Thórsmörk Accommodation for 10 nights in mountain huts and 1 night in quadruple room in a hostel in Hvolsvöllur Every meal during the hiking days Vehicle fuel All the cooking equipment Agency support 24/7 Not included: International flights Airport transfers Dinner in Reykjavík Showers in the mountain huts Lockers in Reykjavík to leave remaining luggage not needed during the trip Sleeping bag & personal mountain equipment Guide gratuities — optional Travel and medical insurance Everything not specified under “what’s included”

How fit do I need to be?

This adventure is tailored for experienced hikers with great fitness, who are comfortable with demanding treks on uneven terrain while carrying their own gear (approximately 9kg / 19lbs). Check out the itinerary to learn about day-by-day distances and elevation changes, but in general, daily hikes span abou t 20 km (13 mi), requiring 5-8 hours of trekking each day, with no marked trails, river crossings, and stays in basic mountain huts. This will total in over 150 km (93 miles) over 12 days. The volcanic landscape can be challenging, and the weather can be unforgiving. If you’re seeking a challenging hiking adventure and are ready for multiple full-day treks, the rewards are immense.

What equipment do I need to bring?

Suitcases or duffel bags are not allowed on this tour as you will be hiking with the backpack. If you want to bring extra clothing and luggage in a suitcase or duffel bag, you will have to leave them in Reykjavík and store them in lockers (not included in the price). Ensure that all items fit securely within your backpack without anything protruding, keeping everything dry during the hike. The recommended maximum weight for your backpack is 10kg/22lbs , with an optimal weight of around 8kg/17.6lbs. The quantities listed for specific items are indicative and based on guides’ recommendations. Here’s a general list of personal gear you need to bring: Backpack (35-40 L) Sleeping bag with comfort temperature of 40ºF to 50ºF / 5ºC to 10ºC (for mountain huts) Waterproof bag for clothes Rain cover for your backpack Swimsuit and towel Personal toiletries Personal first-aid kit (make sure to take all you need with you) Sunscreen and sunglasses Earplugs — recommended Headlamp + batteries Camera — optional Power bank (as there’s no power in the huts) Hiking poles — highly recommended Water bottle and thermos Here’s a list of clothing you need to bring: Waterproof hiking boots with a sturdy sole Warm clothes First layer: bottom / upper base layer (Merino wool recommended, 1-2 units) Second layer: fleece jacket (1-2) Third layer: down jacket (1) Waterproof jacket & pants (GoreTex recommended, 1) Hiking pants (1-2) Short sleeve t-shirts (3-5) Long sleeve t-shirts (1-2) Underwear and hiking socks Warm beanie Gloves / mittens Hiking buff Sandals or crocs (for river crossing) Prior to the start of the route, the guide will do a comprehensive gear check with each traveler to ensure that everything necessary is brought. While your guide carries a first-aid kit, each traveler should carry their own necessities based on personal requirements, including any specific pathologies or risks. Please note that drones are strictly prohibited.

Can I rent equipment?

All mandatory gear can be rented if you don’t have your own. You can rent all personal hiking gear from Iceland Camping Equipment in Reykjavik. Gear should be picked up prior to the first day of your hiking tour. It is not necessary for the traveler to bring any kind of extra technical material. If you need to rent gear, let us know upon booking and we can help make arrangements.

What's the accommodation and food like?

Accommodation You will stay in rooms of four without distinction of gender and with shared bathrooms. During the days in the Highlands, you will stay in a mountain hut that has multiple rooms shared between all the guests without distinction of gender. There’s a kitchen inside the same building, and showers & toilets outside of the main building. *Important: the price of the showers is not included in the price. The accommodation in Hvolsvöllur has quadruple rooms with bunk beds and without pillows. The possibility of having double or single rooms in any accommodation is impossible, since they do not have them. Many accommodations in Iceland do not have blinds, so due to the polar day, we recommend using a mask. Meals The diet of the trip is conceived as a full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) every day that you are in the Highlands. The only meals not included are the dinner on day 1 & any food after breakfast on day 12. The lunch at noon will be picnic style to take full advantage of the daily trekking route, and will have to be carried by travelers in their backpacks during the route. Breakfast and dinner will be held in the mountain hut itself and will be elaborate meals. Every day, the guides will prepare dinner and the travelers will participate in the cleaning. The guides will be in charge of coordinating the different group tasks among all the travelers. In case of special dietary needs, let us know upon booking!

What can I expect from hiking with a guide?

Hiring a local guide means getting a chance to see trails as equally alluring as tourist fave, the Laugavegur Trail, but much less known to the public — you’ll be getting half the hype and twice the experience of Iceland’s beauty. Iceland has notoriously fickle weather and the hidden trails on this adventure are remote, but your guide will know just what to do if the weather takes a turn or something unexpected happens.

What about bad weather?

Iceland is home to infamously unpredictable weather, so you need to be prepared with the right gear. The same white cloud shielding you from sunbeams can easily turn into a stormcloud within minutes. Rest assured, your guide will know the correct course of action if the weather throws a curveball. Plus, you’ll get the chance to warm up in one of the area’s cozy mountain huts.

Group sizes and pricing

Group sizes and prices: You will be joining a group that usually consists of 7-13 people . Pricing is per person. The group gets confirmed at the moment when at least 7 people sign up. At that time, the group will be informed that the trip has been confirmed—so you can start making your travel plans! This is a fan favorite, so in general, all dates get sold out. If you are an individual traveler, you can join the group. There are no supplements to individual travelers, as they will share a room. Min. age requirements: Everybody over the age of 16 is welcome on this hiking adventure.

Deposits & cancellation policy

A 30% deposit is required at the time of booking , with the remaining amount to be paid 90 days prior to departure. For bookings within four (4) months of the departure, full payment is required. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies. If canceled within 48 hours of booking: 100% of the total tour price is refundable (including the deposit). If canceled before confirmation of the group: 100% of the total tour price is refundable (including the deposit). If canceled 59 days or more prior to the departure date: 50% of the total tour price is refundable. If canceled 30-58 days prior to the departure date: 25% of the total tour price is refundable. If canceled 0-29 days prior to the departure date: 0% of the total tour price is refundable. Please note that booking fees are non-refundable in all cases and will be deducted from the refund amount. After booking, client will need to sign the travel agreement. If the client declines to sign the travel agreement, we interpret this as the traveler not accepting the general and specific terms and conditions of the trip. As a result, the Guide will be entitled to cancel the reservation at the client’s own risk and expense. In case the client needs to reschedule their multi-day tour , the following payment policies will apply: If the client wishes to transfer to another trip or reschedule for the same trip on a different date within the same year, the remaining 70% of the payment must be collected at the time of the client’s request for the change. If the client wishes to transfer to another trip or reschedule for the same trip on a different date in the following year, the remaining 70% of the payment must be collected 4 months prior to the start of the trip (7 months for “Expedition” categorized multi-day tours) & the client will need to cover the cost variance based on the updated price for the upcoming year. The Guide expressly prohibits the occurrence of dual consecutive postponements, and clients are not permitted to request a second consecutive rescheduling of their travel arrangements.

Do I need trip insurance?

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection . 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!

Getting there and meeting location

To get to the starting point of this tour in Reykjavík, most people fly into Keflavík International Airport (KEF) . From there, you can take a bus, shuttle, or taxi to Reykjavík. Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet, whether that’s at the BSI central bus terminal in Reykjavík or another predetermined location. From there, you’ll head to the trailhead. The guide will choose the appropriate terrain dependent on conditions and the ability of the group.

Why should I book with 57hours?

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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

The Hidden Trails of Iceland

When you embark on these remote trails you’ll experience the most beautiful and expansive landscapes Iceland has to offer. Far from the tourists and crowded trails, you’ll travel over 80 miles of kaleidoscopic terrain to some of the best hidden treasures that dare to be found.

Forged of molten stone and weathered by thick ice, hidden trails take you on a journey through other-worldly landscapes of jet black sand glistening with shards of obsidian, past green-hewn rhyolite mountains and turquoise lakes, and on to lava fields with inviting hot springs—all while sleeping in mountain huts.

Woman hiking in the lush, mossy wilderness of Southern Iceland

Group of hikers standing under Grænihryggur, Iceland's surreal mountain ridge of emerald glass

Hikers looking down on Lake Langisjór in Vatnajökull National Park

Why Hidden Trails?

Hidden Trails is an adventure that combines the famous Laugavegur Trail along with some of the most reclusive gems of Iceland. We will discover geothermal areas, secret valleys, endless lakes and lava fields that challenge our imagination.

The tour is about seclusion. For most of the trek, we will be on our own in forgotten places and away from the common-and-crowded hiking routes. That is, until we join the last stages of the Laugavegur Trail for a thunderous climax: Thórsmörk, a valley of mythic proportions fit for the gods.

NO CROWDS
NO ERODED TRAILS
A TRUE ADVENTURE
HIDDEN GEMS
BASIC EQUIPMENT

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The landscape evolves daily

There’s so much different scenery you’ll see while adventuring, it’ll stay with you your whole life. You can go in minutes from red to black to green tones.

Flaming-colored relief, lava forests, and other red tones can be found while adventuring Iceland.

Black tones dominate Iceland’s volcanic fields, black sand beaches and deserts.

Iceland is full of mountains and valleys with green tones.

Blue tones dominate the glacial lakes of Iceland.

Iceland and snow go hand-in-hand, so expect a lot of white tones on your journey.

Red tones

Flaming-colored relief, lava forests, and even molten, fiery lava can be found while adventuring.

Black tones

Enchanting pitch-black ground, volcanic ashes, black sand beaches and deserts.

Beige tones

Landmannalaugar is a geothermal valley with picturesque beige and orange shades of the ground.

Green tones

From moss-green mountains to valleys and light-green plants, these shades of green are breathtaking.

Blue tones

There will not be a lack of blue on your adventure, as there are numerous gorgeous lakes around.

White tones

Finally, there are also a few colder areas where the whitest virgin snow covers the ground.

The raw experience

Besides the dramatic, picturesque landscapes at every turn, what makes this an adventure of a lifetime is the experience you can’t get anywhere else in the world. You can undergo four seasons in a day, sleep in shepherd huts, eat authentic local meals, and bathe in natural thermal pools.

Experience the raw and primal traditions, connect yourself with nature, and energize your body, mind, and soul in the vast and breathtaking scenery only found in Iceland.

The general itinerary for hiking the hidden trails of Iceland requires 4 to 8 hours of walking a day, crossing between 6 to 10 miles from one hut to the next, for 10 days in a row.

The hiking trails in Iceland will take you through different seasons and diverse landscapes.

The mountain huts on Iceland's hiking trails are rustic oases of comfort and respite.

Connect for life

Sleeping with your travel-buddies in huts in the middle of Icelandic vastness creates unbreakable connections. You will be able to meet people from other sides of the world while sharing the same unforgettable experiences.

This spectacular journey hosts anywhere from 7 to 13 travelers looking for an adventure.

Community of hikers posing under a rainbow

First time in Iceland?

International airport

If you’re flying to Iceland, you will arrive at Keflavik International Airport and be transferred to Reykjavik. It’s just a 45-minute drive.

Reykjavík

The capital and the largest city of Iceland, believed to be the location of the first permanent settlement  in Iceland.

LANDMANNALAUGAR

A vast area of stunning and unique beauty in the heart of Iceland’s southern Highlands. It serves as a starting point for your adventure.

Thórsmörk

A mountain ridge in Iceland, named after the Norse god Thor. It serves as the final location for your adventure, before heading back.

The Island of Ice and Fire Awaits

Hiker cresting a hill above the vast landscape of Southern Iceland

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THE HIDDEN TRAILS

LAUGAVEGUR TRAIL

Trail Highlights

LANDMANNALAUGAR

This geothermal valley is surrounded by colorful mountains, where lava fields fall over valleys surrounded by rivers, lakes, and beautiful craters.

Langisjór & the Fögrufjöll mountains

Langisjór lake serves as the starting point for the hike through the Fögrufjöll mountains, with the Vatnajökull glacier on the horizon.

Langisjor Lake is the starting point for the hike through the Fogrufjoll mountains.

SkælingaR

This magical and mysterious area is a millenary lava field where moss and lava converge, creating unique formations.

Skaelingar is a magical and mysterious area that is renowned for its unique rock formations.

Hólaskjól

A descent inside the canyon leads to ancient rocks and the “impassable waterfall” Ófaerufoss which leads to the hut of Hólaskjól.

Ofaerufoss is a waterfall located in the Vatnajokull National Park.

Álftavötn

Hike the unique trails traversing through stunning green hills and along the Syðri Ófæra river before reaching the lakes of Álftavötn. The peaceful energy will leave you speechless.

The green hills around the Syori-Ofaera river.

Strútur

The black sand with bright green stretches of centennial moss covers the volcanoes in this area known for natural hot springs.

Strutur is an area that is well-known for its hot springs.

Álftavatn

The unknown path through the mountains leads to the magical Álftavatn lake surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.

The mountains towering above the Alftavatn lake.

Emstrur

The path to the Emstrur canyon requires a hike through the famous black desert and wading through several rivers surrounded by white and pink flowers.

Thórsmörk

Crossing ancient glacial moraines and volcanic terrain leads to an oasis of dwarf birch trees and hanging glaciers — the valley of God of Thunder, Thórsmörk.

Thorsmork Valley is a welcome change of pace, with dwarf birch trees and hanging glaciers awaiting your arrival.

LANDMANNALAUGAR

This geothermal valley is surrounded by colorful mountains, where lava fields fall over valleys surrounded by rivers, lakes, and beautiful craters.

Langisjór & the Fögrufjöll mountains

Langisjór lake serves as the starting point for the hike through the Fögrufjöll mountains, with the Vatnajökull glacier on the horizon.

SkælingaR

This magical and mysterious area is a millenary lava field where moss and lava converge, creating unique formations.

Hólaskjól

A descent inside the canyon leads to ancient rocks and the “impassable waterfall” Ófaerufoss which leads to the hut of Hólaskjól.

Álftavötn

Hike the unique trails traversing through stunning green hills and along the Syðri Ófæra river before reaching the lakes of Álftavötn. The peaceful energy will leave you speechless.

Strútur

The black sand with bright green stretches of centennial moss covers the volcanoes in this area known for natural hot springs.

Álftavatn

The unknown path through the mountains leads to the magical Álftavatn lake surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.

Emstrur

The path to the Emstrur canyon requires a hike through the famous black desert and wading through several rivers surrounded by white and pink flowers.

Thórsmörk

Crossing ancient glacial moraines and volcanic terrain leads to an oasis of dwarf birch trees and hanging glaciers — the valley of God of Thunder, Thórsmörk.

Your guides

Mónica is a mountain guide certified by UIMLA. She is experienced in mountaineering, sport climbing, and skiing. 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.

Albert 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 adventuring off beaten paths.

Mónica Fuentes is a Mountain guide certified by UIMLA

Alberto Ojembarrena is an AIMG Mountain & Glacier Guide and the owner of Amarok Adventures

Extremely competent, very calm and kind.

Monica was an exceptional guide and instrumental to the success of our amazing adventure in the Hidden Trails. She was patient,strong, kind,supportive and encouraging. The food was absolutely amazing and loved the information she shared on the geology and background of places we hiked. This was a perfect trip for me, just the right amount of challenge and excitement along the journey. It was truly a memory of a lifetime. I look forward to going on future tours!

Albert was an amazing quide. He was so knowledgeable about the country, the language, the landscape, the volcanic activity, etc., etc. Not only that, he was an amazing cook – don\’t plan on losing any weight on his trips! It takes someone with a \”one-in-a-million\” personality to take 12 people with different personalities and hiking styles to form a team the makes decisions for the welfare of the group, and Albert was able to do that.

Sheep tracks, moss trails, black sands and river crossing taking us to secluded huts… none of these would have been possible with the amazing support and guidance of our giude Alberto Ojembarrena (Amarok Adventures). Profesionalism, knowledge and a great chef (I am still amazed how Albert managed to cook those exquisite meals after all the hiking and occasional rain and wind), there are no words to thank him for the true friendship. Best guide I had in all my trecking/hiking experience.

Albert was an outstanding guide! He kept us well fed and well informed of each days challenges. I particularly appreciate how his guidance made some tough river crossings manageable and safe. We all loved his positive attitude and encouragement. I hope someday to have another adventure with Albert.

Albert is a superb guide. He has a wealth of knowledge of the lands we crossed, and I trusted him completely to guide us safely, through rough weather, across rivers, and up and down mountains. He is also a great leader; he maintained cohesiveness of the group of twelve of us, with a wide range of fitness and ability, and unobtrusively kept morale high even in the face of challenges such as bad weather (it is Iceland, after all!). He was prepared for any contingency that arose during the adventure. Albert is also amazingly strong, throwing his skill and strength whenever called for to assure the safety of each and every participant. This may seem a gratuitous point, but it wasn’t. On our last day of trekking, we had to face our most challenging river crossing. Albert crossed the river eleven times: once first by himself and back, then anchoring individual groups of three or four, and then generously aiding two other parties that would have been at risk were it not for his aid. Albert also prepared meals for the group, both breakfast and supper, every day. The meals were substantial, tasty, and ample. Albert is a good cook, and he prepared excellent meals with fresh ingredients trucked into each hut in advance of our arrival.

Alberto was amazing guide, helped everybody, was always willing, and cooked gourmet meals at the end of each days hike.

Jonas was fun, knowledgeable about everything Icelandic, and patient. We had a lot of fun hiking with him!

Monica was just amazing! Highly knowledgeable, friendly and keen to share her love of Iceland. A pleasure to travel with!

Alberto and Monica are exceptional guides! Looking forward to another adventure with you! This is possibly the best treck that I have ever done! Thank you Alberto and Monica for sharing us the amazing secrets of Iceland.

Amarok Adventures is the best wilderness guiding outfit we have ever gone with – Alberto and Monica are absolutely amazing guides: friendly, calm, inspiring, knowledgeable, amazing cooks and loads of fun. Really experienced hidden Iceland and hiked in places we could never have discovered without a guide. Iceland is spectacular and hiking is the best way to see it.

We did a private tour with my dad and Albert. One of the best experience in my life.

Albert knows Iceland better than anyone. He was able to organize a 5 days trips in the Highlands that exceeded all my expectations. Amarok is owned by Albert and Monica, and they are the nicest people to be around. They love for Iceland is transpiring in all the choices they make. Organization was perfect, Albert\’s food was delicious – can\’t recommend Amarok more for a trip in Iceland. We ended up way outside of the crowded areas where most people are going, in remote places where you won\’t find anyone else other than nature around you. Thank you so much Albert – it was a pleasure spending this trip with you.

Outstanding hiking in remote and incredibly scenic parts of the highlands of Iceland. Highly recommend Alberto and Monica and their trips. You will see the most beautiful parts of hidden Iceland, several days you will not see any other people and only incredible natural beauty.

I would go anywhere with Alberto! Loved the off beat trek, good food and awesome settings.

Alberto was incredibly fun & knowledgeable, Monica as well. They made the whole trip unforgettable. “Just finished “ Hidden Trails” in Iceland with Amarok Adventures. A beautiful and epic trip through the less touristy parts of the icelandic highlands. Utterly amazing and mind blowing.
Thank You Amarok,
Marc & Maria”

Our guide Alberto provided us a safe, fun and excellent experience in the Highlands. He has a set of skills perfectly suited for the task: knowledge, strength, confidence, experience, responsibility, quick thinking and grace under pressure. And a great sense of humor! And a good cook too! We had a great time throughout the entire trip. Memories for a lifetime.

The Highlands of Iceland is unique, vast and beautiful. Massive glaciers, black deserts, too many spectacular waterfalls to count. Iridescent mosses, surprising flowers against a background of mountains, cones and craters. Amazing!

Very charismatic and attentive individual. Articulate explanations were given with admirable patience as many of our group members needed reassurance during our adventure. Alberto engaged with everyone in a very courteous and friendly manner. He took care of numerous challenges that were unbeknownst to us until resolved. His character instilled confidence in our group. Well done. I did not know exactly what to expect of our group adventure. I was initially a little concerned about group synergy with 12 strangers coming together to join in a trip of level 3 challenge. I was pleasantly surprised on how things turned out with participants of various backgrounds and abilities come together on a daily basis to make things work out. Trip leaders can only do so much to encourage and support this type of behavior. This key element was definitely the best part of our adventure where individuals got to know and support each other. That’s five star rated in my book.

Alberto and Amarok Adventures has the trip planned down to the smallest detail. Alberto\’s knowledge of Iceland, its geology, trails, and plants, make him the ultimate guide. At the end of each day Alberto also cooks delicious dinners from Iceland products (seafood, vegetables, mushrooms). As a professional photographer, Alberto also photo documents the trip. Most important, Alberto\’s connections with other tour operators and local people enable him to solve issues that may arrises. I highly recommend his company and his trips. This is the ultimate hiking trip in Iceland! The 12 day \”Hidden Iceland\” Hut to Hut Hiking Tour wound through some of the most beautiful scenery to be found in Iceland. This is a trip for people that have a sense of adventure. Participants walk barefoot across lush moss meadows, wade knee deep in cold clear mountain streams, and sleep in historic shepherd\’s huts. The food is fabulous, prepared by the guide. For me, it was a trip of a lifetime!

Monica guided us through challenging terrain with grace and consideration for all of us

Best adventure ever.

Albert was a great guide. Got to meet him on a personal level and I think we all bonded. His cooking skills are phenomenal even though I don\’t like vegetables. He made sure you were safe and prepared for the hike ahead! Unbelievable views and experience! I did things I never thought I would or could!

Albert is kind, encouraging and professional. He is a master hiker and a lot of fun to be around. He\’s also a fantastic cook and storyteller.

Exhausting yet exhilarating!!

Monica and Alberto are the absolute best! Their knowledge and love of Iceland is evident and I feel blessed to have experienced my first time in Iceland through their Hidden Trails adventure. I can’t imagine experiencing Iceland any other way than the Hidden Trails adventure. The landscapes are stunning and truly magical.

Alberto was a phenomenal guide! He knew all the nuances of travel in the Highlands of Iceland and was in constant communication with park rangers, police, and other safety officials to ensure our safety when a flood occurred due to a volcanic eruption. I was very impressed! He prioritized safety above everything (as a guide should) and still manged to be fun and relaxed! He was also extremely knowledgeable about Iceland flora, flauna, and geologic history! Not to mention he cooked amazing dinners each night in our huts. What a blast! I was nervous about this trip as I had never joined a group as a solo traveler but it was amazing. Felt comfortable and safe! The trails each day were gorgeous with stunning landscapes and vistas and…nearly empty! We rarely saw another person while hiking–what a rarity these days! Could not recommend more.

Extremely knowledgeable and very enthusiastic about Icelandic topography, culture, history and all things related to trekking

Awesome

The Hidden Trails of Iceland

Why Hidden Trails?