ICELAND VOLCANO HIKE
8 days at - including flights
Tripcode: TSE
An exciting trek through Iceland's volcanic heartland
In just one exciting week this trek explores some of Iceland's most impressive landscapes, from the rugged coast through to dramatic volcanic highlands. We walk through the south Iceland region called Fjallabak ('Behind the mountains') which holds an immense concentration of different volcanic scenery. Our route follows the Eldgja volcanic fissure, passing craters, lavaflows, lakes and canyons. The area also sits between the Vatnajokull and Myrdalsjokull icecaps, and not long ago was buried under half a kilometre of glacier ice. It is the combination of 'fire and ice' that has created this fascinating geological wonderland.
The Independent - writes about Iceland: Land of fire and ice (26 July 2008)
| Day 1 | Fly to Keflavik, transfer to Reykjavik. |
| Day 2 | Long drive along south coast and inland to beautiful Lake Langisjor. Climb Mt Sveinstindur (weather permitting) and continue to Sveinstindur Hut. |
| Day 3 | Walk to Skaelingar Hut, partly following the Skafta river. |
| Day 4 | Trek from Skaelingar to Holaskjol Hut along the incredible Eldgja canyon fissure, and climb Gjatindur peak. |
| Day 5 | Easier walk to Alftavatnakrokar lakes and back to Holaskjol Hut. |
| Day 6 | Bus transfer to magnificent Landmannalaugar; afternoon walk and visit hot pool. |
| Day 7 | Morning walk in coloured valleys, or climb 'Blue Peak'; transfer back to Reykjavik. |
| Day 8 | Free morning in Reykjavik; fly to London. |
Want to see more?
Trip Notes contain all the detailed information you need. A full day by day itinerary, accommodation details, guides and other practical information. Download Now
Images from ICELAND VOLCANO HIKE
Note: Click on a thumbnail to enlarge.
Mt. Sveinstindur and we are overlooking lake Langisjor - looking north - Iceland
Login above to retrieve a previously saved list or 
Click on 'Add to wishlist' to pin trips here.
