Private Landmannalaugar Highlands Tour
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Description
Private Landmannalaugar Highlands Tour is focused on one of the biggest reasons travellers choose Landmannalaugar: colorful mountains, geothermal steam and the chance to enjoy the natural hot spring area.
This is the kind of highland tour where the scenery and the pacing both matter. Rhyolite slopes, lava fields and walking trails give the day energy, while the natural pool adds a slower, more memorable reward.
The itinerary is built around Landmannalaugar, Hjálparfoss, Háifoss, Gjáin and Sigöldufoss, giving the tour a clear route story rather than a generic highland description.
Highland access is seasonal. Several operators note that regular Landmannalaugar routes depend on F-road openings, often from around June into autumn; outside that period an alternative itinerary may be used.
Itinerary
Landmannalaugar
Rhyolite mountains and natural pool
Landmannalaugar is the heart of the day: colorful rhyolite mountains, geothermal steam, lava fields and a natural geothermal bathing pool. Bring swimwear and a towel if the tour allows bathing time.
Hjálparfoss
Twin waterfall
A beautiful two-step waterfall where water drops between basalt formations in Þjórsárdalur. It is an easy and rewarding waterfall stop before the landscapes become wilder and more highland in character.
Háifoss
122-meter canyon waterfall
Háifoss is one of Iceland's tallest waterfalls, dropping about 122 meters into a deep canyon. Together with nearby Granni, it gives any Landmannalaugar route a powerful waterfall and photography highlight.
Gjáin
Hidden lava oasis
Gjáin is a green lava valley with small waterfalls, basalt, volcanic tuff and soft walking paths. It gives the day a quiet hidden-gem feeling before the route moves deeper toward the Highlands.
Sigöldufoss
Quiet highland waterfall
Sigöldufoss is a calmer waterfall tucked into the highland landscape near the Sigölduvirkjun area. It adds flowing water, lava scenery and a quieter stop away from the busiest sightseeing routes.
Hnausapollur
Blue crater lake
Hnausapollur, also known as Bláhylur, is a deep blue crater lake surrounded by red and dark volcanic slopes. It gives the route a vivid geology moment and a memorable viewpoint.
Choose this tour if you want the Landmannalaugar experience to feel clear before you book: what you see, why it matters and how the route fits together.
What is included
- Personalized service with airport pick-up and drop-off
- Customized itinerary based on your preferences
- Responsive to all guest inquiries and special requests
- Flexible itinerary adjustments upon request
- Photography guidance for capturing the best moments
- Time near the Landmannalaugar natural pool when available
What do I need to bring
- Warm layered clothing
- Waterproof outerwear
- Swimwear and towel for the natural pool
Good to know
- Landmannalaugar is a remote highland area, so bring lunch, snacks and water.
- Highland routes can involve rough mountain roads and longer driving distances.
- If bathing is part of your plan, bring your own swimwear and towel.
- Regular highland access is seasonal; the operator may use an alternative itinerary outside normal F-road opening dates.
Meeting point: Pick-up
Check your voucher for the exact pickup point and departure time.
Highlights
- Landmannalaugar
- Hjálparfoss
- Háifoss
- Gjáin
- Sigöldufoss
- Hnausapollur
- Natural geothermal bathing area
- Private pace with flexible photo stops
Private Landmannalaugar Highlands Tour - Frequently Asked Questions
When listed in the route, Háifoss is one of the strongest waterfall highlights. It is a deep canyon waterfall and a major contrast to Landmannalaugar's geothermal scenery.
Háifoss is about 122 meters high, making it one of Iceland's tallest waterfalls.
Yes, if the tour includes time at the natural pool. Bring swimwear and a towel because the bathing area is rustic and outdoors.
The area has geothermal activity, steaming ground and a natural bathing pool surrounded by colorful mountains and lava fields.
A private tour gives more flexibility with pace, photo stops and how long you spend at the best places. It is a strong choice for couples, families and small groups.
The route can include Landmannalaugar, Hjálparfoss, Háifoss, Gjáin, Sigöldufoss, Hnausapollur, depending on the exact tour and conditions.
Wear warm layers, waterproof outerwear and sturdy shoes. The Highlands can feel much cooler than Reykjavik, even in summer.
Yes. The area is one of Iceland's most distinctive highland regions, with colors, lava, geothermal steam and views that are hard to find anywhere else.