Landmannalaugar and the Valley of Tears

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Landmannalaugar, one of Iceland’s most captivating natural treasures, located deep within the Fjallabak Nature Reserve in the Highlands. This extraordinary region is renowned for its vibrant rhyolite mountains, vast lava fields, steaming hot springs, and legendary hiking trails. Formed by thousands of years of volcanic activity, the landscape is a striking blend of colors and textures—from the black obsidian of the Laugahraun lava field, created during the 1477 eruption and known to many as “Dragon Glass,” to the vividly colored slopes of Brennisteinsalda, or the “Sulphur Wave,” where minerals such as iron and sulphur paint the mountains in brilliant hues. With over three hours spent in Landmannalaugar, you’ll have ample time to explore, hike, or simply soak in the beauty of this otherworldly environment.

Along the way, you’ll visit Hjalparfoss, a stunning two-tiered waterfall framed by dramatic basalt columns, once considered a place of “help” for travelers crossing Iceland’s harsh highlands. In Landmannalaugar, your guide will offer an approximately two-hour hike through obsidian fields up toward Brennisteinsalda, surrounded by steaming vents and surreal scenery straight out of a fairy tale. After the hike, unwind in the area’s famous natural hot pool, a perfect reward after your adventure just remember to bring your swimsuit and towel. The journey continues with a stop at Sigoldugljufur, the enchanting “Valley of Tears,” known for its crystal-clear streams, countless small waterfalls, colorful vegetation, and dramatic canyon walls. This tour is a true celebration of Iceland’s raw beauty, geology, and timeless magic.