Included:

• • An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  • 3 days of hiking along the Fimmvorduhals trail and in Thorsmork, Iceland
  • Accommodations in mountain huts
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner by camp fire in the common area
  • A sauna and a soak in a hot spring are available at the second base camp
  • Transportation from and back to Reykjavik
  • Expert help with planning, packing list, tips, and pointers
  • All necessary safety equipment
  • Photos from the tour

Not included:

• • Transportation to Reykjavik
  • Accommodations before and after the tour in Reykjavik — if applicable
  • Private rooms in dormitories — may be available for an added fee
  • Sleeping bags
  • Luggage transfers
  • Meals not indicated in the itinerary
  • Guide gratuities — optional
  • Travel and medical/accident insurance — recommended

To join this guided hiking adventure along the Fimmvorduhals trail and in Thorsmork, you should have prior hiking experience and a great level of fitness. Be prepared for an 8-hour hike on the first day, covering 15 miles (25 km) and 3,850 ft (1,170 m) of ascent on challenging and sometimes exposed terrain.

The following days involve 3 to 4 hours of hiking, covering 6 miles (10 km) each day. While multi-day hike experience isn’t required, familiarity with full-day mountain hikes is essential. Your guide will assess the group’s fitness level, making necessary adjustments and ensuring ample breaks.

Expect the first day to be the most strenuous, with the difficulty decreasing in the subsequent days. The reward? Spectacular views and unforgettable experiences in Thórsmörk.

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

• • Backpack with rain cover (25-50L preferably)
  • Rain- and windproof jacket (very important)
  • Rain- and windproof pants (very important)
  • Good hiking shoes
  • Waterproof hiking boots
  • Warm underwear
  • Thermal underwear (top & bottom), at least 2 sets of shirts
  • Wool or fleece thermal mid-layer
  • Hiking pants
  • Fleece or wool sweater
  • Spare clothes for layering
  • Gloves
  • Wool or fleece hat
  • Warm headgear like hats and beanies
  • Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  • Food and snacks
  • Walking socks (nice to bring extra pair)
  • Headlamp or flashlight
  • Personal medical kit, including personal medication
  • Phone and battery pack (although the guide will have one with him as well)
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, toilet paper, etc.)
  • Travel pillow
  • Towel
  • Duffel bag for the transport of your overnight gear (up to 20 kg)
  • Day pack large enough to carry things you’ll need throughout the day (around a 25-40L bag)
  • Sleeping bag — possible to rent (let your guide know in advance)
  • River crossing shoes (old sneakers or similar for fording rivers)
  • Hiking poles — optional
  • Portable charger — optional, but recommended as access to electricity is very limited
  • Gaiters — optional, but recommended
  • Camera — optional, but recommended

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During your Fimmvorduhals and Thorsmork hike, you will stay in mountain huts with dormitory-style bedding included. For those seeking more privacy or comfort, there are options to upgrade to private rooms, glamping tents, and private tents, although prices may vary—leave a note for the guide during booking if you are interested.

Meals will consist of typical hiking food that is easy to carry and prepare, such as dried foods, sandwiches, oatmeal, or something more elaborate like BBQ or Icelandic meat soup for dinner. Special dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, can be accommodated if communicated when booking, though additional fees may apply if these requirements are not easily available.

Group sizes and pricing

• • For this group adventure, the maximum client-to-guide ratio is 15:1.
  • It takes a minimum of 5 people for this tour to operate, while the maximum number of people that can join is 18.

Hiking along the Fimmvorduhals trail and in Thorsmork can be arranged for private 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 hike 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.

To get to the starting point of this tour in Reykjavík, most people fly into Keflavík International Airport. From there, you can take a bus or taxi to Reykjavík.

You will meet your guide at the BSI central bus terminal in Reykjavík some time in the morning of Day 1, followed by a transfer to the trailhead.

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