6 Day Laugavegur Trail & Fimmvörðuháls (Self-guided - Tents)

Embark on an unforgettable 6-day self-guided hiking adventure along the legendary Laugavegur trail, traveling from the colorful rhyolite mountains of Landmannalaugar to the lush, green valley of Þórsmörk, with overnight stays in tents surrounded by Iceland’s wild nature. This journey reveals an extraordinary variety of landscapes, beginning with vibrant lava fields and geothermal areas before ascending toward Hrafntinnusker, a highland region famous for its black obsidian deposits and snow-covered terrain that often remains even during summer. Each day offers dramatic scenery, ever-changing colors, and a sense of true wilderness, allowing you to explore at your own pace while immersing yourself deeply in Iceland’s raw and untamed beauty.

The trail then descends into the Jökultungur valley, where striking mountain formations and multicolored sediments create a spectacular landscape, before reaching the tranquil lake Álftavatn, an ideal location for camping and enjoying peaceful surroundings. Continuing onward, you will cross the vast Mælifellssandur desert, pass the solitary Mount Hattafell, and walk alongside the dramatic gorge of the Markarfljót river on your way to the Emstrur campsite, offering stunning views of the Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull glaciers. The adventure concludes in the verdant Þórsmörk valley, a natural paradise of dense vegetation, glacial rivers, and dreamlike scenery. Each day on the Laugavegur trail is filled with discovery and natural beauty, creating unforgettable memories and a profound connection with one of the world’s most spectacular hiking routes.