Classic Laugavegur Trek (Camping-based)

Hike the dream trail - today you trek Laugavegur!  

The drive to Laugavegur will take about 3-4 hours, first of all along the South Coast and then up into the highlands where you will spend the next few days. The journey itself is fascinating and scenic, taking us by the magnificent volcano mountain, Hekla, the most active volcano in Iceland. This volcano, said by many Europeans in the Middle Ages to be ‘The Gateway to Hell’ has erupted every 10 – 15 years throughout the last century. Landmannalaugar is where you will start the Laugavegur trail which will take us through incredibly varied landscapes all the way to Þórsmörk (Thorsmork), a tender green valley with Arctic birch forests.  

Landmannalaugar is the starting point for the Laugavegur trail. You will make your way through the Laugahraun lava field and Vondugil canyon. You will also admire the incredibly vibrant colors of the rhyolite mountains, most notably Mt. Brennisteinsalda. On the way back to your camping site for your first night at Landmannlaugar, you will see the Graenagil gorge and climb up to Blahnukur Volcano if time allows. In the evening, you'll enjoy a delicious dinner, get to know each other better, and relax in the beauty and serenity of Icelandic nature.  

Walking time: 4 hours  

Total Distance: 8 km (4.9 mi)  

Elevation gain: 470 m (1540 ft.)  

Meals: Lunch and Dinner