Kerlingarfjöll Hiking Day Tour
- Free cancellation
- Hotel pickup
About this experience
The adventure begins with pick-up from Reykjavik beginning at 8:00 AM. From here, we escape the city and head towards Iceland's iconic highlands.
Kerlingarfjöll is a volcanic mountain range located in the central part of Iceland. It is an extreme paradise filled with steaming geothermal valleys, gushing glacial rivers, and amazing panoramic views.
We’ll first stop at Gullfoss for a quick rest stop before moving from paved road to the highland mountain roads. Along the way, you’ll be treated with views of the vast and black highland desert, glacial lagoons before arriving at the mountainous oasis of Kerlingarfjöll.
Our first stop in this region will be The Highland Base, located in the Ásgarður Valley, right at the edge of Kerlingarfjöll to stop and stretch our legs.
The jewel in the crown of Kerlingarfjöll is the Hveradalir valley, a truly iconic and beautiful landscape waiting to be explored. Hveradalir, meaning ‘the Valley of the Hot Springs,’ reflects its name by being one of the largest geothermal valleys in the country.
The site is surrounded by the rhyolite mountains of the Kerlingarfjoll range, making for some spectacular and colorful surroundings and excellent hiking opportunities. Some of these natural hot springs are so powerful that they should only be admired from a safe distance.
We’ll spend some time exploring the area and drinking in the views before heading back to Reykjavík for an evening arrival. Please note that the duration of the hike is dependent on the trail and weather conditions.
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What’s included
- Bus fare
- Parking fees
- WiFi
- Goods and services tax
Not included
- Food and drinks
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Minimum age
- 10+ years
- Guide
- Guided tour in English and Icelandic
- Start times
- 08:00
Know before you go
- Duration: ~12 hours from Reykjavík
- This tour is rated as moderate. It is suitable for most people in fair conditions, who are comfortable being on their feet for at least 2 hours.
- Guests should expect to spend approximately 2 hours hiking. Distance covered depends on the comfort and ability of the group.
- Warm outdoor clothing
- Waterproof jacket & pants
- Headwear and gloves
- Sturdy hiking shoes
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.
- 1 day or more before: full refund
- Less than 1 day before: no refund
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 11 hours and 30 minutes.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · Less than 1 day before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English and Icelandic
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes — hotel pickup is included.
Is there a minimum age?
Travellers must be 10 or older.
From AED 783 per person
