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Roger Martorell

<h5 style="text-align: justify">Please join me for one of the most beautiful hikes in the world, the Landmannalaugar trek.</h5>
I spend every summer 2 ½ months guiding in Iceland, from mid June till mid September. I can tell you that the interior of the country is just one big natural wonder! Rhyolite Mountains filled with many colours, deserts of ash, lava, fumaroles and hot springs make us feel that the earth is alive under our feet.
Here are some of the highlights of this unique expedition I propose: 
- 4 to 6 days hiking in the wildest parts of Iceland;
- Live within one of best preserved natural areas of Europe;
- Take the option to visit the wonders of the south: Gullfoss, Geysir and the Thingvellir National Park;
- I organise everything so that your backpack remains as light as possible;
- Take the option to ascent the Eyjafjallajokull volcano;
- All is included except the flight and the dinner on the last day in Reykjavik.

<h5 style="text-align: justify">My program in Landmannalaugar lasts for 8 days. Please find below the day-by-day planning.</h5>
Day 1
Arrival at Keflavik and transfer to the hotel in Reykjavik.
Day 2
After breakfast, my team will pick you up and you will take the bus to Landmannalaugar. You will arrive mid-morning. We will eat, bathe in the hot springs and then start hiking on the trail. We will go up the mountain until the Hrafntinnusker refuge in which we will stay for the night.
- Distance 11km
- Time: 4-6hrs
- Altitude change: +680m -260m
Day 3
We will keep on through Jökultungur, one of the three major points with geothermal activity in the world. We will enjoy the view on the glaciers, Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull, before going down towards the lake Alftavatn. Night in a mountain hut.
- Distance 11km
- Time: 5-7hrs
- Altitude change: +300m -800m
Day 4
Today we will cross the plains dominated by the spectacular Mont Stórasúla, we will go through desert of volcanic ash Maelifellssandur and we will pass through the valley of Hattafell. We will then reach the region of Emstrur where we will visit the impressive Markarfljótsgljúfur canyon. Night in a mountain hut.
- Distance 14km
- Time: 6-7hrs
- Altitude change: +350m -400m
Day 5
We will leave Emstrur under the gaze of the largest glacier in southern Iceland, the Mýrdalsjökull. We will cross the river and enter in an area where the vegetation becomes more abundant. From the shelter over the Valley Thórsmörk we will have a beautiful view on the forests. Night in mountain hut.
- Distance 16km
- Time: 6-8hrs
- Altitude change: +530m -750m
Day 6
From here there are 2 options that you have to choose before leaving.
Option 1: Extra route: This is the Alpine stage of the route that will take us to Fimmvörðuháls between the two famous glaciers, Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull.
We will cross the impressive Krossà river. After passing to the other side, we will climb to the ridges, gaining altitude quickly until an extensive plateau with an exceptional viewpoint on the valley and the glaciers.
We will keep our ascent in the Fimmvörðuháls area and have the pleasure to go to the Eyjafjallajokull volcano. Night in a mountain hut.
- Distance 13km
- Time: 6-8hrs
- Altitude change: +1050m -230m
Option 2: Transfer to Reykjavik
After spending the morning in this beautiful valley we will take a bus crossing the rivers, with a brief stop at the Seljalandsfoss waterfall.
We will then reach the capital and you will enjoy some sightseeing for the rest of the day. Night in Reykjavik.
Day 7
Depending on the option you've chosen:
Option 1: Extra route
We will wake up in a magnificent viewpoint, from where you can see the glaciers and the entire south coast. Then we will begin crossing the Plateau Fimmvörðuháls and go to looking for the river Skógar.
We will end this beautiful hike by visiting the ultimate wonder: Skogafoss waterfall, 25 meters wide, 60 meters tall, one of the most visited places on the island. From there, we will take a bus and go back to the capital.
Free afternoon and overnight in Reykjavik.
- Distance: 15km
- Time: 5-6hrs
- Altitude change: +150m - 1200m
Option 2: Sightseeing in Reykjavik
- the Gullfoss waterfall,
- The geysir (Strokkur)
- Thingvellir National Park from where we can see the separation of the American and European tectonic plates.
In the evening: return to Reykjavik and evening / night free. Night in the capital
Day 8
Time to enjoy the city and fly back home.
Note: The itinerary can be done in one way or another.
For logistics reasons, a location or an accommodation may vary. This does not affect the program and you will be informed as soon as I am aware of this change.
If you are interested in this beautiful trek and if you need support in the organisation, please feel free to contact me.

Landmannalaugar trek in Iceland

Icelandic Mountain Guides

We invite you to join us on this classic version of the most famous hiking tour in Iceland: the Laugavegur Trek. During this 5-day group itinerary, you'll discover why Icelandic scenery is completely unique!
We'll be walking from the hotspots in Landmannalaugar to the lush green landscape in Þórsmörk valley. You'll quickly understand why this hike is a favorite among locals and foreigners alike! You will be hiking amidst vividly colored mountains and you'll get to see the most incredible black sand deserts.
During these 5 days, we'll be walking between 4 and 7 hours per day. The itinerary covers a total of 56 km so make sure you're fit enough to enjoy the walk. Along the way, we'll be staying at some really comfortable mountain huts. All of them have heating and some even have hot water.
The Laugavegur Trek is ideal for hikers looking for a unique experience. Don't hesitate to contact us to start planning this wonderful hike in southern Iceland. 
You can also check out our <a href="http://www.explore-share.com/trip/hike-hrutsfjallstindar-peaks/">1-day hike across the four Hrútsfjallstindar peaks</a>.

Classic 5-day Laugavegur Group hike in Iceland

Antoine Decourcelle

We will take a trip around the southern part of Iceland which offers, in my opinion, the biggest and largest hikes, and all of them in different universes.

We will discover these mountains driving a 4x4 vehicle which will allow us to explore the most remote corners outside of paved roads.

This is an indicative program -the itinerary could be adapted based on weather conditions to allow us to benefit from the best options:

- The south coast with its huge black sand beaches along the ice cap of the largest glacier in Europe;
- The greenery of Skaftafell massif, set of the highest glaciers of Iceland;
- The wild and hot isolated springs of Strutslaug and the Hólmsárlón lake.
- The remains of Eldgjá, the largest and most important eruptive fault of historical times;
- The mountains of multicolored rhyolites of Landmannalaugar,

Finally, for the last few days, we will choose between the tranquility of Veðivötn’s blue waters lost in the middle of fields of black ash or the high desert plateaus surrounding the hot source of Hveravellir.

The daily hikes last from 4 to 8 hours, requiring to carry only a small backpack with rain clothes, water and a picnic. The daily elevation gain will be of maximum 600 - 700 meters. We will often be off the beaten path. The main difficulty lies in the nature of the terrain we will traverse: vegetation, wetlands, rivers to ford, chaotic lavas...

Accommodation will be in tents, mainly campground, a night or two in wild territory are not excluded. Please note that weather conditions may force us to take some meals inside a tent in bent position (cross-legged).

The two nights in Reykjavik at the beginning and end of the trip will be spent in a guesthouse.

I invite you to contact me if you want more information about these beautiful hikes. I will send you the detailed description of the trip.

Hiking guided tour in the south of Iceland

Vincent Tornay

This is a 7-day trekking to Iceland, the land of fire and ice. Join me and visit unforgettable places.
Located in the North Atlantic and on the edge of the Arctic Circle, Iceland is a unique destination for nature and outdoor lovers.
In fact, the combination of fire, ice, air and water turns this place into a surreal environment, and gives a sense of déjà vu. As if you were in the creation of the world.
This is a beautiful, wild and overwhelming land, full of unpredictable adventures.
During this trip we'll hike from the Landmannalaugar volcanic plateau to the ocean shore. Besides, we'll make our way through lava fields, rivers and waterfalls icecap.
Please contact me if you want to be a part of this amazing adventure. I will be happy to be your guide there!
I also organize different trips in Switzerland, like <a href="http://www.explore-share.com/trip/hiking-to-the-salanfe-lake-in-the-valais/">hiking to the Salanfe Lake in the Valais</a>.

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