Laugavegur Trek (Huts), 5 Days, Hike, Iceland

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The Laugavegur Trek was named one of the 20 best treks in the world. A hut based hike in Iceland that is like no other. Trek Laugavegur for 5 days on this fully guided hike in Iceland. An unforgettable activity holiday.

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Vacation Style Holiday Type
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Activity Level Challenging Adventure Holidays
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Group Size Medium Group
16 People

What: Hike When: August, July, June, September

All about the Laugavegur Trek (Huts), 5 Days, Hike, Iceland.

Laugavegur Trek

Overview

5 Days
Staying in Mountain Huts
In National Geographic’s Top 20 Treks
English Speaking Guides
Unique Landscapes
Landmannalaugar’s Colourful Mountains
Natural Hot Springs

Why Do We Recommend It?

Trekking in a truly unique landscape.

Staying in mountain huts.

An authentic and rewarding trek.

Experienced and trusted local tour operator.

A good manageable level for most people.

Incredibly photographic landscape.

Is It Right for Me?

This is a great active holiday for those that already love to trek. The difficulty of the trek is manageable, so you don’t need to be especially fit, but you will be walking 4 -7 hours per day, so it helps. No trekking experience is required.

You’ll be staying in mountain huts, which are like dorms and we love them, however, you must want that authentic experience rather than a luxury hotel.

For people who want to see and experience something different and unique.

Great for solo travelers, couples, friends, and parents with older children (14 years minimum)

What People Say About The Trip

…it was just a fantastic experience! I won’t waste a lot of words on the scenery, it’s just indescribably beautiful, and completely otherworldly in spots…Our guide for this trek, Selma, was outstanding in every way, and I think this sentiment was shared by everyone in our group. Her knowledge of the geology, the wildlife, the attractions and sites along the trail, and Icelandic customs and lore, really added to the experience, not to mention her skill as a tour guide. She knew the trail inside and out, was always patient with the group, always had something interesting to tell us, and never let any stragglers get left behind. Of course she was also a great cook, and never let any of us go hungry before, during, or after a long day of trekking. This was truly an experience of a lifetime for us. I’d give it six stars if I could.

Can I Go Anytime?

The season is June to September each year.

The tour is scheduled for specific dates and you can find those while checking availability in the fields above. However, not all dates are guaranteed to run and some may already have filled. So, just enter the dates you’re interested in and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible with confirmation of availability. We always do our best to get the trip that suits you best.

If you are a group of 4 or more, it may be possible to schedule a trip on custom dates for you.

If you don’t see any dates that work for you, just select Get In Touch and send us a quick message about what would be ideal for you. We’ll do what we can and get back to you with options to make your dream trip a reality.

Itsy Bitsy Details

Where: South Highlands of Iceland
Duration: 5 Days
Tour Starts: Reykjavík, Iceland
Tour Ends: Reykjavík, Iceland
Fly To: Keflavík International Airport, KEF
Fly From: Keflavík International Airport, KEF
Group Size: 6 to 16 people
Age: 14+
Season: June to September
Walking per Day: 4 to 7 Hours
Total Distance: 56 km (35 mi)
Max. Ascent: 600 m (1900 ft)

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The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance

What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.

Experienced and qualified guide
Mountain hut sleeping bag accommodation in dormitories
Transport at the beginning and end of trek
Breakfast (4), Lunch (5), Dinner (4)
Transfer of luggage

Optional Extras

Sleeping bag
Accommodation in Reykjavík before and after the tour

What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.

Sleeping bag
Showers in huts (payable on site)

Day 1 Reykjavík - Landmannalaugar - Hrafntinnusker

We take the public bus from BSI bus terminal at 08:00, that during the summer months drives the mountain tracks that lead to Landmannalaugar, passing by the Hekla volcano and other volcanoes in the Dómadalur area. Arriving in Landmannalaugar at noon, we have lunch and then head south into the mountains. The trail takes us past small gorges, steaming hot springs and yellow mountain ridges. Arrival at Hrafntinnusker mountain hut where we will stay the night, in the late afternoon.
Distance: 12 km (7.5 mi)
Walking time: 4 – 5 hrs
Ascent: 470 m (1540 ft)
Day 2 Hrafntinnusker - Álftavatn

From Hrafntinnusker we descend down in the gullies of Jökultungur with hundreds of steaming hot springs and mud pools. Up there we enjoy fascinating views to the south to the Álftavatn area (Swan Lake), and the Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull glaciers. In the afternoon we arrive at Álftavatn hut where we stay the night.
Distance: 12 km (7.5 mi)
Walking time: 4 – 5 hrs
Descent: 490 m (1610 ft)
Day 3 Álftavatn - Emstrur

We pass at the foot of the green conic volcano of Stórasúla before entering the black deserts of Mælifellssandur. Heading towards another ancient and verdurous volcano, the Hattfell, we enter the Emstrur region where farmers used to graze their sheep in summer. Before arriving at the Botnar hut where we stay the night, we visit the magnificent Markarfljót canyon cut almost 200 m down into the rocks south of Hattfell.
Distance: 16 km (10 mi)
Walking time: 6 – 7 hrs
Descent: 40 m (130 ft)
Day 4 Emstrur - Þórsmörk

We continue up and down through the small valleys and gullies of Emstrur, where the great Mýrdalsjökull glacier rises only a couple of kilometres away. As our hike is coming to an end for the day, we descend into Þórsmörk’s (the woods of Thor) green valleys filled with arctic birch forests and colourful flowers. After arriving at the huts in Þórsmörk, we top off this amazing adventure with a barbecue!
Distance: 17 km (10.5 mi)
Walking time: 6 – 7 hrs
Descent: 300 m (985 ft)
Day 5 Þórsmörk - Reykjavík
We spend the morning in Þórsmörk where we walk along one of the numerous paths. For example, we can visit the Sönghellir cave (Song cave), climb up the small mountain of Valahnúkur from where the magnificent view can be enjoyed, before taking the afternoon bus to Reykjavík. Arrival at Reykjavik BSI bus terminal where the trip ends at 19:20.

Please note
- All of the huts are heated, some have electricity and some have hot water. They have bunk rooms with single and twin beds, participants have to be prepared to share a bunk with other travellers from the group.

Tour Details

Experience the Classic Laugavegur Trek

The rumours are true! Trekking in Iceland’s southern highlands, from the geothermal hotspots in Landmannalaugar to the lush green landscape in Þórsmörk valley, is even more beautiful in person. You will traverse in between vibrant yellow rhyolite mountains, over black sand deserts and past majestic canyons during this adventure.

The magical and diverse landscape, combined with the long and bright Icelandic summer days, will capture your nature-loving heart. Your highly experienced and knowledge trekking guide will show you all the popular sites and hidden gems along this trail. In the evenings, you will relax and rejuvenate in cozy mountain huts and enjoy delicious Icelandic meals. We top off this amazing adventure with a celebratory BBQ on our the last night in Þórsmörk. It is not a coincidence that this trail was named as one of the 20 best treks in the world by National Geographic.

Itinerary

DAY 1 – Reykjavík – Landmannalaugar – Hrafntinnusker

We take the public bus from BSI bus terminal at 08:00, that during the summer months drives the mountain tracks that lead to Landmannalaugar, passing by the Hekla volcano and other volcanoes in the Dómadalur area. Arriving in Landmannalaugar at noon, we have lunch and then head south into the mountains. The trail takes us past small gorges, steaming hot springs and yellow mountain ridges. Arrival at Hrafntinnusker mountain hut where we will stay the night, in the late afternoon.
Distance: 12 km (7.5 mi)
Walking time: 4 – 5 Hrs
Ascent: 470 m (1540 ft)

DAY 2 – Hrafntinnusker – Álftavatn

From Hrafntinnusker we descend down in the gullies of Jökultungur with hundreds of steaming hot springs and mud pools. Up there we enjoy fascinating views to the south to the Álftavatn area (Swan Lake), and the Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull glaciers. In the afternoon we arrive at Álftavatn hut where we stay the night.
Distance: 12 km (7.5 mi)
Walking time: 4 – 5 Hrs
Descent: 490 m (1610 ft)

DAY 3 – Álftavatn – Emstrur

We pass at the foot of the green conic volcano of Stórasúla before entering the black deserts of Mælifellssandur. Heading towards another ancient and verdurous volcano, the Hattfell, we enter the Emstrur region where farmers used to graze their sheep in summer. Before arriving at the Botnar hut where we stay the night, we visit the magnificent Markarfljót canyon cut almost 200 m down into the rocks south of Hattfell.
Distance: 16 km (10 mi)
Walking time: 6 – 7 Hrs
Descent: 40 m (130 ft)

DAY 4 – Emstrur – Þórsmörk

We continue up and down through the small valleys and gullies of Emstrur, where the great Mýrdalsjökull glacier rises only a couple of kilometres away. As our hike is coming to an end for the day, we descend into Þórsmörk’s (the woods of Thor) green valleys filled with arctic birch forests and colourful flowers. After arriving at the huts in Þórsmörk, we top off this amazing adventure with a barbecue!
Distance: 17 km (10.5 mi)
Walking time: 6 – 7 Hrs
Descent: 300 m (985 ft)

DAY 5 – Þórsmörk – Reykjavík

We spend the morning in Þórsmörk where we walk along one of the numerous paths. For example, we can visit the Sönghellir cave (Song cave), climb up the small mountain of Valahnúkur from where the magnificent view can be enjoyed, before taking the afternoon bus to Reykjavík. Arrival at Reykjavik BSI bus terminal where the trip ends at 19:20.

Please note

All of the huts are heated, some have electricity and some have hot water. They have bunk rooms with single and twin beds, participants have to be prepared to share a bunk with other travellers from the group.

The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance.

Experienced and qualified guide
Mountain hut sleeping bag accommodation in dormitories
Transport at the beginning and end of trek
Breakfast (4), Lunch (5), Dinner (4)
Transfer of luggage

Optional Extras

Sleeping bag
Accommodation in Reykjavík before and after the tour

Sleeping bag
Showers in huts (payable on site)

Is This Activity Level Suitable for Me?

Activity Level: Challenging Active Holiday

Suites those that are physically active and have some background in basic travelling in mountainous terrain with a backpack. 6 – 7 hrs walking per day.

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