Included:

• • 5-day self-guided Laugavegur Trek (independent hiking with support)
  • Accommodation for 4 nights at mountain huts along the route
  • Luggage transportation between huts
  • Private Reykjavík ⇄ trail transfers
  • Route and pre-trip information
  • Logistical coordination and support throughout

Not included:

• • Guide
  • Meals
  • Flights to Iceland
  • Personal gear and clothing
  • Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
  • Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout

This self-guided Laugavegur Trek requires great fitness and some multi-day hiking experience, along with confidence navigating a well-marked trek on your own. You’ll walk between 12-17 km (7.5-10.6 mi) each day for 4-7 hours, except for a shorter final day.

Since there’s no guide setting the pace, you can adjust your speed and rest stops to what feels right each day—just keep in mind you’ll need to reach each hut at a reasonable hour to settle in for the night.

The route goes through Iceland’s volcanic areas, across rivers, over mountains and through canyons, reaching 1,100 m (3,609 ft) high at Hrafntinnusker. You only need to carry a day pack since your main gear moves between huts, but you should be comfortable walking uphill for several hours and handling different types of ground and weather.

To prepare for this adventure, consider doing some long practice hikes and regular exercise before the trip. If you’ve never done a multi-day hike before, try some full-day hikes first to build up your strength.

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This self-guided trek is a great fit if you’ve got solid multi-day hiking experience, feel confident navigating a well-marked trail on your own, and like the idea of setting your own pace over four days in the Highlands. With mountain huts booked, luggage transferred between them, and private transfers on both ends already arranged, you get the freedom of hiking independently without having to organize any of the logistics yourself—just your own food and daily rhythm.

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

• • Day pack large enough to carry everything you might need throughout the day (around a 25-40L bag)
  • Duffel bag for transport of overnight gear
  • Hiking poles — recommended
  • Thermal underwear (top and bottom)
  • Wool or fleece thermal mid layer
  • Waterproof and breathable hiking pants and jacket
  • Wool hat
  • Gloves
  • Hiking socks (2-3 pairs)
  • Waterproof hiking boots
  • Casual shoes to wear when not hiking
  • Warm clothes for the huts
  • Lightweight, quick-drying water shoes (for river crossing)
  • Bathing suit (for the geothermal pool in Landmannalaugar)
  • Sleeping bag and travel pillow
  • Fast-drying towel
  • Water bottle (1-2L capacity)
  • Lunch box
  • Dry bag for electronics and extra clothing
  • Powerbank
  • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  • Personal medication
  • Headlamp or flashlight
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera — optional (but recommended)

Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season and activity. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

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Yes. Luggage transportation between mountain huts is included throughout the trek, so you only need to carry a day pack with what you need for the day. Your main luggage is transferred ahead of you and will be waiting at each hut when you arrive.

Showers are available at each mountain hut, though they typically come at an extra cost (around 1,100 ISK), paid directly to the hut warden. The exception is the final night in Þórsmörk, where the cabin’s showers are included.

Self-guided tours are perfect for those who enjoy exploring on their own terms—at their own pace, and with the company they choose. By joining this self-guided Laugavegur Trek, we take care of:

• • Accommodation for 4 nights at mountain huts along the route
  • Luggage transportation between huts
  • Private Reykjavík ⇄ trail transfers
  • Route and pre-trip information
  • Logistical coordination and support throughout

Rather than joining a guided group, you’ll navigate the tour yourself, using resources provided by the tour operator. For a hassle-free journey with everything arranged for you in advance, there’s no better option!

As a self-guided tour is built around your preferred travel dates, your guide will take care of arranging accommodations and details after you book. Note that exact accommodations and dates might shift slightly, so don’t make any travel arrangements until the details of your adventure are confirmed.

Group sizes and pricing

• • It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 17 participants.

Self-guided Laugavegur Trek adventures can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements

• • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the self-guided Laugavegur Trek on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

No, single occupancy rooms aren’t an option as you’ll be staying in mountain huts, in shared dormitories.

The starting point of your self-guided Laugavegur Trail is Reykjavík, Iceland. To get there, most people fly into Keflavik Airport (KEF). From there, it’s best to take shuttle service or public transport to Reykjavik.

Once you’re there, you will meet your guide around 10 am in Reykjavík. You will decide on the exact meeting spot after booking.

Since the trek starts in the morning of Day 1, it’s best you arrive a day prior to the start of the adventure.

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors 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.