Laugavegur Trek - 4 Day Hiking Tour (Camping)

Description

4-Day Laugavegur Trek - Camping

Trip Difficulty: 3/5, moderate.

Tour Highlights: Landmannalaugar, Laugavegur Trail, Þórsmörk (Thorsmork Valley), Hiking

After starting in Landmannalaugar, we continue our tour through the Icelandic highlands. On our way, we admire obsidian fields, colorful mountains, black sands, and icy blue glaciers. The Laugavegur trail ends in Thorsmörk, a green valley nestled below the famous Eyjafjallajökull glacier.

During this 4-day trekking tour, you'll experience some of the best things Icelandic nature has to offer: volcanoes, glaciers, lava fields, and geothermal hot springs. The track is well-maintained, and you'll ensure your safety every step of the way, as well as point out the best spots for you, explain the scenery around you, and tell Iceland's geological history.

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Please note!

Arctic Adventures reserves the right to alter itineraries and/or timetables should it be necessary due to adverse weather and or other related conditions.


Included

Transport to/from our meeting points

Guiding Service 

Camping fees

Tent & insulation mattress  

Meals 

Luggage transport from camp to camp

Know before you go

  • Hiking boots - good sturdy boots with sufficient ankle support, robust sole and waterproof 
  • Thermal underwear (long sleeve top and bottom) made of wool or synthetics (not cotton)
  • Wool or fleece thermal mid layer
  • Hiking pants (we don't recommend cottons as they take long to dry if wet)
  • Hiking socks made of wool or synthetic (at least 2-3 pairs)
  • Waterproof and breathable (fabric such as Gore Tex or similar) both pants and jacket (preferably with a hood)
  • Gloves and mittens - wool or synthetic (waterproof over gloves/mitts recommended)
  • Warm hat and/or balaclava
  • HEALTH SUPPLIES AND PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE IF NEEDED
  • Day backpack about 25-40 L 
  • Travel sack for your baggage that is transported between huts. (Suitcases are not recommended, we recommend a waterproof duffel bag)
  • River crossing shoes -for example quick drying trail runners, sandals (with straps) or neoprene shoes
  • Sleeping bag and travel pillow
  • Towel
  • Tooth brush and personal toiletries
  • Sunglasses/sunscreen
  • 1-2 L Water bottle
  • Hiking poles
  • Gaiters
  • Pen knife
  • Camera, batteries & memory card
  • Book
  • Headlamp for trips in late season (after August 10th)
  • Earplugs
  • Power bank / portable charging device

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