Frequently Asked Questions

Important Information

• Duration: 5 days
• Difficulty: Challenging
• Total hiking distance: Approximately 56 km (35 miles)
• Daily hiking: Approximately 4–7 hours
• Minimum age: 16 years
• Accommodation is dormitory-style in mountain huts
• Overnight luggage is transported between huts
• Bring a duffel bag rather than a suitcase for luggage transfer
• A light sleeping bag is required
• River crossings may be part of the trek
• Full waterproof clothing is mandatory
• Participants should be prepared for rapidly changing Highland weather
• Passenger information must be completed before the tour

What to Bring

• Waterproof hiking boots with good ankle support
• Warm base layers and fleece/wool layer
• Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers
• Warm hat, gloves and hiking socks
• 25–40L daypack
• Duffel bag for luggage transfer
• Light sleeping bag
• River-crossing shoes
• Water bottle
• Sunglasses and sun protection
• Towel and personal toiletries
• Personal medication and basic first-aid/blister care

Cancellation Policy

• 15% fee for cancellations 60+ days before departure
• 50% fee if cancelled 30–59 days before departure
• 75% fee if cancelled 16–29 days before departure
• 100% fee if cancelled 15 days or less before departure

Day 1 – Reykjavík, Landmannalaugar & Hrafntinnusker

Your 5-Day Laugavegur Trek begins at BSÍ Bus Terminal in Reykjavík at 07:00.

First, travel into the Icelandic Highlands towards Landmannalaugar. Along the way, you’ll pass Hekla volcano and the volcanic landscapes of Dómadalur.

After arriving in Landmannalaugar around noon, enjoy lunch before beginning the trek. Then, hike south through colourful mountains, small gorges and steaming hot springs. Striking yellow rhyolite ridges surround the trail.

Finally, reach Hrafntinnusker mountain hut, where you’ll spend your first night.

Day 2 – Hrafntinnusker to Álftavatn

After breakfast, leave Hrafntinnusker and descend through the geothermal gullies of Jökultungur. Here, steaming hot springs and bubbling mud pools create an otherworldly landscape.

Along the way, enjoy spectacular views towards Álftavatn, also known as Swan Lake. On clear days, you can also see the mighty Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull glaciers.

Afterwards, continue towards Álftavatn and spend the night at the mountain hut.

Day 3 – Álftavatn to Emstrur

Today, continue past the distinctive green slopes of Stórasúla. Soon, the landscape changes as you enter the vast black volcanic desert of Mælifellssandur.

Next, follow the trail towards Hattfell and into the remote Emstrur region.

Before reaching Botnar, visit spectacular Markarfljót Canyon. The canyon cuts almost 200 metres into the surrounding landscape.

Finally, arrive at the Botnar hut in Emstrur for the night.

Day 4 – Emstrur to Þórsmörk

Continue through the valleys and gullies of Emstrur while Mýrdalsjökull Glacier rises nearby.

As you approach Þórsmörk, the scenery begins to change dramatically. Gradually, the barren Highlands give way to thicker vegetation, colourful flowers and Arctic birch forests.

Finally, descend into beautiful Þórsmörk, the “Woods of Thor.” Here, you’ll spend your final night in a mountain hut.

Day 5 – Þórsmörk & Return to Reykjavík

Spend your final morning exploring Þórsmörk on foot.

Depending on the route your guide chooses, you may visit Sönghellir Cave or hike up Valahnúkur. From the summit, you can enjoy spectacular views across the surrounding valleys and mountains.

Afterwards, board the afternoon bus back to Reykjavík.

Finally, your adventure ends at BSÍ Bus Terminal at approximately 19:30 after five unforgettable days on Iceland’s legendary Laugavegur Trail.

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