Kerlingarfjöll Geothermal Highlands Day Tour from Reykjavik

Reykjavik, Iceland

12 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore Kerlingarfjöll, a secluded mountain range nestled within Iceland’s highlands. Hike through a variety of landscapes, including geothermal valleys, snowy fields, and more. See natural wonders like steaming hot springs, colorful rhyolite mountains, and glacial rivers. Take advantage of Iceland’s natural beauty–there will be no shortage of astounding views on this trip.

Convenient pickup and drop-off from Reykjavik
Plenty of opportunities for photos of stunning panoramic views
Experience a variety of Iceland's different landscapes in one day
Safe and guided access to a remote area of the country
This small-group tour with a maximum of 19 travellers offers a more personal way to travel

What's Included

Professional English-speaking guide
Guided hike in Kerlingarfjöll Highlands
Reykjavík pickup and drop-off
Transport in a specially equipped vehicle (Highlands access)
Small-group experience (max 19 travellers)

Lunch
Snacks
Coffee and/or Tea

Waffles & coffee available for purchase after the hike
Hiking gear not included (boots, waterproofs)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick-up from your selected location in Reykjavík begins at 8:00 AM. Please be ready at your designated spot by that time. Depending on traffic and your location, it may take up to 30 minutes for your guide to arrive. We appreciate your patience. For customers wishing to be picked up at Gullfoss, please note the later pickup time of 10:15-10:30 AM. Please note that we only serve the pick-up locations specified in our pick-up list.

Operating hours
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Reykjavik

4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Gullfoss Falls

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hveradalir (Pass By)

Kerlingarfjoll

4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

Duration of the tour is 11.5-12 hours including travel time
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.5

based on 11 reviews

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Hike not for the timid

lisa_l, Jul 2025

Artic Adventures and the guide were excellent. I gave the trip three stars because the description is deceiving. The hike is touted as going through thermal valleys and snow fields. They left out hiking up stairs without rails or ropes to cross over narrow ridges. The trail is pure muck. Not hiking shoes or hiking boots, galoshes are needed. We hiked only part way and then returned to the parking lot to follow a well marked path. The younger participants completed the loop. Overall we had a good day but wished we had been better advised on the hike.

Another planet!

Quynh_N, Jul 2025

Absolutely incredible experience the views were nothing like we've seen before. It's like another planet. Our tour guide was efficient and helpful in walking with us through the hike and got us back quickly! The trail was doable and our tour guide had good pace.