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Highland Landmannalaugar

Exploring the highland in a 4x4 Superjeep

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The Landmannalaugar area is a popular tourist destination and hiking hub in Iceland's highlands. The area displays a number of unusual geological elements, like the multicolored rhyolite mountains and extensive lava fields, not far from the service centre. The many mountains in the surrounding area display a wide spectrum of colours including pink, brown, green, yellow, blue, purple, black, and white. Two of the most popular mountains among hikers are Bláhnúkur (meaning "blue peak") and Brennisteinsalda (meaning "sulphur wave"). Tourists visit the area from June through late September, after which time the road is closed. 

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This is not just a trip for those interested in geology – anyone with a love of nature and stunning landscapes should join us on our visit to the highlands. Before reaching Landmannalaugar, head to Mount Hekla. Drive to magnificant Thjórsárdalur, the valley through which Thjórsá, Iceland‘s longest river, flows. Stop at a volcanic crater, now fi lled with a cobalt-blue lake, Ljótipollur, where the rust-red crater walls glisten and sparkle.

At Landmannalaugar, colourful rhyolite mountains fill the views and evidence of geothermal activity is everywhere with lava flows, hot springs and naturally-heated rivers crisscrossing the land at every turn. Bring a swimsuit and take the opportunity to bathe in this naturally-heated water then take a walk on ash through the extensive lava fi elds that lead to the mountainous slopes.
Visit Frostastaðavatn, a beautiful blue lake flanked by moss-covered lava flows and strange rock formations. The mighty Superjeep is at home here amongst even mightier scenery and the spectacular views you‘ll experience on this tour will stay with you forever.

  • Rhyolit mountains Landmannalaugar
  • crater lake
  • Superjeeps driving through rivers

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Services: 4x4 Superjeep with English-speaking driver/guide, pick up from/to accommodation

Dates: June to October, min. two participants. Other dates on request. Pick-up
between 08:30 and 09:00

Duration: Approximately 10-12 hours (lunch and refreshments not included)

Price per person: £ 195

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