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Hamarinn

Highlands, IcelandActive

About

A volcano in the Highlands. Part of Iceland's active volcanic system that shapes the landscape.

You can feel the heat in some spots. A reminder that Iceland sits on one of Earth's most active volcanic zones.

Follow marked paths in active geothermal areas. The ground can be unstable or concealing scalding water beneath a thin crust.

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Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Entry feeFree
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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
Reserve −15%
Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −15%

Tours near Hamarinn

Free cancellationSmall groups
Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Hot Springs

#1.Guðlaug
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New seaside hot pot on Langisandur beach in Akranes. Ocean views.

#2.Laugafell
69 km·~82 min drive

Hot spring in Highlands. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

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Hot spring in Highlands. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

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Wild hot spring. Real Iceland experience. Respect the nature around it.

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Campsites

#1.Nýidalur
34 km·~41 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#2.Blágil
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#3.Kverkfjöll / Sigurðarskáli
62 km·~74 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#4.Campsite Reception
62 km·~74 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Iceland's…

4 campsites near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Gvendarkjör
76 km·~92 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó
124 km·~149 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Krambúð
130 km·~156 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#4.Krónan
132 km·~158 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Freysnes
67 km·~80 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Kirkjubæjarklaustur
76 km·~91 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Hrauneyjar
80 km·~96 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#4.Fagurhólsmýri
84 km·~100 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Highlands

Tours

#1.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
1 tours near Highlands

Frequently
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Is it safe to visit Hamarinn?
Hamarinn is listed as an active volcano. Whether you can approach it depends entirely on current conditions — during an eruption, authorities set an exclusion zone and you must never cross a closure line. Check safetravel.is and the Icelandic Met Office (vedur.is) before you go, and follow all official instructions on site.
How do I get to Hamarinn?
Hamarinn is in Highlands. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — highland access often needs a 4×4 and some routes only open in summer.
Can I hike Hamarinn?
It depends on the volcano and current activity. Some Icelandic cones have short marked trails to the rim; others sit under glaciers or in closed areas and cannot be climbed without a guide. Never approach an active eruption unless the official viewing area is open — conditions change fast.
What should I know about volcanic gas near Hamarinn?
Volcanic and geothermal areas can release sulphur dioxide and hydrogen sulphide, which are toxic in high concentrations and collect in low-lying spots. Stay on marked paths, leave immediately if you smell strong sulphur or feel unwell, and check the Met Office gas forecasts during any eruption.

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