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Private Kerlingarfjoll Highlands Adventure

11 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 11 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Reykjavik, Iceland
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8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Kerlingarfjöll, located in the Icelandic Highlands, is a stunning geothermal wonderland that makes for an unforgettable day tour. The journey itself is an adventure, taking you through rugged highland roads with spectacular scenery at every turn. As you approach Kerlingarfjöll, the landscape transforms into a surreal mix of vividly colored rhyolite mountains, steaming vents, and glistening snow patches, offering a stark and beautiful contrast.

What makes Kerlingarfjöll truly amazing is the sense of remoteness and tranquility. Even though it’s a popular destination, the vastness of the area allows for moments of solitude, where you can fully immerse yourself in the raw beauty of Icelandic nature. The combination of geothermal wonders, striking landscapes, and the feeling of being in one of the most pristine and untouched places on earth makes a day tour to Kerlingarfjöll an extraordinary experience.

What's Included

  • Rain jacket and Rain pants
  • Licensed Guide/Driver
  • Lunch Around 20USD
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Thingvellir National Park (pass by)

The oldest national park in Iceland, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. Here you will also see the old Viking parliament, the oldest democratic parliament in the world.
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Geysir

The only active Geysir in Iceland erupting every 5-6 minutes!
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Gullfoss Waterfall

Iceland's second largest waterfall originating from the Langjökull and Hofsjökull glaciers.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Kerlingarfjoll

'The Witch Mountains' An otherworldly geothermal paradise where Boiling water mixes with Glaciers and snow. The true meaning of Fire and Ice. Here we will have a small hike in the Hveradalir valley.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Highland Base at Kerlingarfjöll

The only hotel in Icelandic highlands that is open year round. Stop here for lunch and a swim in the thermal baths if you want.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Reykjavik

Driving to and from Reykjavik will take approximately 5 hours
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5 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Kerlingarfjoll Highlands Adventure?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Rain jacket and Rain pants
  • Licensed Guide/Driver
  • LunchAround 20USD

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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