Landmannalaugar by Super Jeep: Colored mountains and hot springs

The mountains here are striped with colors most landscapes don't have.

A full-day Super Jeep tour to Landmannalaugar in South Iceland, departing from Hella at 10 am with a local English-speaking guide. The route covers Hekla volcano, Fjallabak, Ljótipollur Crater Lake and a geothermal pool where you can swim. Hotel pickup is available for certain postcodes. The tour lasts around eight hours and suits all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Landmannalaugar Super Jeep Tour

• Start tour at 10 am in Hella
• Optional pickup from accommodation
• Visit Landmannalaugar region
• See Hekla volcano
• Explore Fjallabak area
• Visit Ljótipollur Crater Lake
• Swim in geothermal pool
• Return to hotel/accommodation

The experience

Landmannalaugar sits in the interior highlands and the landscape is built from layers of lava, sand and gravel in shades that shift across the terrain: rust, gold, black, green. The Super Jeep handles the rough mountain roads that ordinary vehicles cannot cross, so you reach the colored ridges and valleys without the logistics of a self-drive rental or a long hike in. A local guide leads the day and explains what you're looking at as the route moves through the region.

The tour hits the main stops: Hekla volcano looms in the distance; Fjallabak's high plateau opens up views across the interior; Ljótipollur Crater Lake sits in a bowl of rust-colored rock. The geothermal pool is warm enough to swim in year-round, so bring swimwear if you want to get in. The day runs eight hours total. You'll spend time on your feet at various points, but the guide adjusts the pace and stops to match what the group needs. There's no fixed itinerary that overrides comfort.

Departure is 10 am from the bus stop in Hella. If you're staying in postcodes 850, 851, 860 or 861, hotel pickup can be arranged. Contact the operator to set it up. You return to your accommodation or the bus stop after the tour ends. Bring waterproof jacket and trousers, warm hat, gloves and proper hiking boots: Icelandic weather shifts fast and the terrain is exposed. Pack snacks or lunch, or add a freshly made lunchbox at checkout.

What’s included

• Local English-speaking guide.
• entry to Landmannalaugar and access to all four main stops (Hekla, Fjallabak, Ljótipollur Crater Lake, geothermal pool).
• swimming in the geothermal pool.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (6 and older) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats available

Operated by Southcoast Adventure

Is this one for you?The tour departs from Hella at 10 am and hotel pickup is available for certain postcodes, so you don't need a rental car or the ability to drive mountain roads yourself. If you're staying outside the pickup zones, the bus stop in Hella is the meeting point and the operator can advise on how to get there.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Ljótipollur Crater Lake like when you get there?

Ljótipollur is a crater lake ringed by steep walls of rust and orange-colored rock, creating a distinct bowl shape in the landscape. The crater itself is the main stop and the colors of the surrounding terrain are part of what makes Landmannalaugar visually striking.

Can I swim in the geothermal pool, and do I need to bring anything for it?

Yes, the geothermal pool is warm enough to swim in year-round. Bring swimwear and a towel if you want to bathe. The pool is included in the tour.

Does the tour work if I don't have a rental car?

Yes, the Super Jeep and guide handle all the driving and navigation. If you're staying in postcodes 850, 851, 860 or 861, hotel pickup is available. Otherwise you meet at the bus stop in Hella at 10 am.

What should I wear for eight hours in the highlands?

Bring a waterproof jacket and trousers, warm hat, gloves and proper hiking boots. The weather in the interior is unpredictable and the terrain is exposed, so layering and waterproofing matter more than the season.

Is lunch included, or do I need to bring my own food?

Lunch is not included in the base tour price, but you can add a freshly packed lunchbox with sandwich, biscuits, skyr, fruit and juice or water at checkout for 6000 ISK per person. Otherwise, bring snacks or a packed meal.