Landmannalaugar Full Day Tour

7 hours · South Iceland · Buggy Iceland · Free cancellation on most tours

Departure: The adventure begins at Hrauneyjar Highland Center , heading east towards Hrauneyjarlón and passing through Bjallavað, Hnausapoll, and Frostastaðavatn before reaching our first major stop— Landmannalaugar . This geothermal wonderland, known for its steaming hot springs and vibrant rhyolite mountains, offers a perfect break to soak in the scenery. 🌋 Eldgjá – The World's Largest Volcanic Canyon: After leaving Landmannalaugar, we’ll steer away from the crowds and travel past Kýlingarvatn, Kirkjufell, and Réttarhnjúk , making our next stop at Eldgjá —a massive volcanic fissure that erupted in 934 AD. The eruption lasted four years , releasing 10 cubic kilometers of magma and reshaping the landscape. Glaciers, Volcanic Sands & Historic Huts: Continuing south, we approach the northeastern side of Mýrdalsjökull , crossing the Syðri Ófæra river before reaching Álftavötn , home to an old mountain hut once used by sheep farmers during seasonal herding. Mælifell – The Emerald Pyramid: Next, we traverse Hólmsá, Mælifellssandur , and reach the stunning Mælifell , a moss-covered volcanic cone rising from black desert sands, framed by the Mýrdalsjökull Glacier . This area offers one of the most surreal and photogenic landscapes in Iceland , where green moss, black sand, and icy glaciers create a striking contrast. Katla – The Sleeping Giant: Hidden beneath Mýrdalsjökull , Katla is one of Iceland’s most active volcanoes, with over 20 documented major eruptions since 2920 BC . Although dormant since 1918, it shares the same volcanic system as Eldgjá , despite being 41 km apart . Lunch with a View: Around this point, we take a break for 🍽 lunch amidst the highland wilderness , surrounded by rugged lava fields such as Nýjahraun , just west of Krakatindur . Final Stretch & Return: After Mælifell , we speed westward across 14 km of black volcanic sand , cross Bláfjallakvísl , and pass through Hvanngil, Álftavatn, Laufafell, Reykjadalir, Pokahryggir, and Dómadalur , before looping back via Sigölduvegur Gamli to return to Hrauneyjar Highland Center . Why Choose This Tour? ✅ Action-packed adventure with river crossings, sandy trails, and highland roads ✅ Incredible variety of landscapes – glaciers, volcanoes, hot springs, and black sand deserts ✅ Off-the-beaten-path exploration with fewer crowds ✅ A chance to see FIVE glaciers on a clear day Book now and experience one of the most thrilling and scenic off-road tours in Iceland!