Private day tour to Landmannalaugar Highland and Hidden Gems Adventures in a Super Jeep from Vik
Tour Operator: Gravel Travel
Embark on a thrilling adventure through Iceland's rugged highlands on this extraordinary Super Jeep tour from Vik. Get ready to explore some of the most breathtaking and remote landscapes that few visitors have the privilege of seeing. This tour takes you through iconic sites like Landmannalaugar, Eldgjá, Blautulón, Langasjó, and Hnausahraun, all while being guided by an experienced local guide in a small, personalized group.
Tour Highlights:
The day begins with a pickup from your accommodation in Vik. From there, we head out on a scenic drive toward Landmannalaugar, a true gem of the Icelandic Highlands. Known for its vibrant rhyolite mountains, geothermal hot springs, and stunning landscapes, Landmannalaugar is a paradise for nature lovers. You’ll have plenty of time to explore, enjoy a short hike, and take in the surrounding beauty.
Next, we’ll venture to Eldgjá, the world’s largest volcanic canyon. Created by a massive eruption over 12,000 years ago, Eldgjá stretches over 40 kilometers (25 miles) and is a breathtaking sight. We’ll stop to admire its stunning landscapes and learn about the volcanic activity that shaped this magnificent area.
Our next stop takes us to Blautulón, a tranquil, hidden lake surrounded by mountains and lush vegetation. The serene waters and peaceful atmosphere provide the perfect backdrop for a few moments of quiet reflection and photography.
After Blautulón, we’ll head to Langasjó, a secluded mountain lake tucked away in the highlands. The striking blue waters of Langasjó are framed by dramatic mountains, offering another stunning view of Iceland’s untouched nature.
Finally, we’ll explore Hnausahraun, a captivating lava field formed by past volcanic activity. Here, you'll walk through vast expanses of rugged terrain, taking in the eerie yet beautiful landscape that makes Iceland so unique.
Throughout the tour, your guide will provide fascinating insights into the geology, history, and culture of the region, ensuring a deeper connection to the land and its story.
By the end of the day, you’ll have experienced some of Iceland’s most remarkable natural wonders, and you’ll be dropped back off in Vik, filled with memories of an unforgettable adventure.
Join us for a one-of-a-kind journey through Iceland's majestic highlands, and experience the beauty of some of the country’s most hidden and remarkable treasures!
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in the city in the morning and we will head out of the city for todays adventure. On the way there we will make a few stops at some lesser known spots starting with Þjórsárdalur valley, one of the many hidden gems that you can visit in Iceland. Not far from there there is a waterfall that is a must see when driving into the highlands, Hjálparfoss. The perfect spot for a great photo to start the day off right. In that area we will also stop by a small market to pick up some lunch snacks for the day as we are headed in to no mans land. Before that we will swing by another waterfall, Háifoss, this 122 meter high waterfall is surrounded by amazing rock formations and colors so have the camera ready.
Next we will drive past a couple of hydro electric plants, see if you can spot them half hidden in the landscape while travelling into the highlands which are in truth a great big desert like place with many little oases like spots randomly placed among the rough volcanic sand landscapes. One of those places is Landmannalaugar Nature reserve.
Before getting there we will visit a few more spots like the Volcanic crater Ljótipollur which now has a cobalt blue lake at the bottom which is a must for any photographer, some of the photos from there look like they must come from some alien landscape in a Sci-fi movie. Another one of those spots is Frostastaðavatn which we will also stop by on the way, it has a stunning turquoise color.
We finally reach the highlight of the day, the natural reserve Landmannalaugar. Here we will enjoy some of the most stunning landscapes of the highlands, do a short hike or just bring your swimsuit and dip into the natural hot pool that has been a popular bathing spot since the 15th century at the edge of a lava field, doesn´t get more Icelandic than that really when it comes to enjoying nature.
After you have enjoyed some of what the area has to offer, you will return to the Super Jeep and head back to Reykjavik via Dómadalur route, taking you to the routes of Hekla Volcano, Iceland´s most active volcano in the last decades and is overdue for an eruption so we will of course drive as close as possible for the best view.
At the end of the day we will reach the city filled with memories of a true gem in Iceland.
As there is very limited availability we recommend booking this private tour as soon as possible for a perfect encounter with Iceland´s nature!