Hut-to-Hut Hiking Tour of Iceland’s Ancient Trails

Things to know

• Covid measures in Iceland

  57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity. 

  We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, their guides, and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Iceland, please refer to the official guidelines for international travel to Iceland. 

  Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

• What’s included?

  What you get on this adventure:

  • • An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
    • Six days of hiking
    • Transportation for the duration of the tour
    • Mountain hut accommodations
    • All meals for the duration of the tour (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks)
    • Transfer of luggage between huts
    • Charging battery/power bank
    • Sleeping bag

  What’s not included:

  • • Transportation to and from Iceland
    • Transportation to the BSI Bus Terminal in Reykjavik
    • Accommodations in Reykjavík before and after the tour
    • Personal hiking gear
    • Use of showers in huts — 500 ISK ($3.50 USD), payable on site
    • Meals outside of the trek
• How fit do I need to be?

  This Icelandic hiking adventure requires decent fitness levels. You’ll be hiking for 6 full days, covering around 7.5-10 miles (12-17 km) per day with moderate altitude change while carrying a loaded daypack. Keep in mind that you’ll also be covering tricky volcanic terrain, the weather and trail conditions may affect the difficulty and you will encounter several river crossings along the trail.

• What do I need to bring?

  Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

  • • Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag)
    • Waterproof duffel bag for transporting your overnight gear between huts
    • Quality lightweight hiking shoes with ankle support
    • River crossing shoes — Crocs are a good choice, don’t use open sandals or flip-flops
    • 2-3 pairs of soft wool or fleece hiking socks
    • Long sleeve shirt (thermal underwear, wool or fleece)
    • T-shirt (thermal underwear, wool or synthetic)
    • Light sweater (wool, fleece or similar)
    • Jacket with a good hood — windproof, waterproof and breathable, GoreTex or similar
    • Hiking pants or shorts, something strong and light that dries quickly e.g. soft-shell
    • Rain trousers — windproof, waterproof and breathable, don’t bring a poncho
    • Warm hat and gloves
    • Hiking poles
    • Light towel, easily packable
    • Sunglasses or ski goggles
    • Sun and lip balm
    • Neck buff
    • Wind- and waterproof protective clothes
    • Cash for the showers, normally around 500 ISK per shower
    • Lunch box to pack each days lunch into
    • Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
    • Swimwear if you want to bathe in the hot geothermal pool in Landmannalaugar
    • Slippers for indoor use
    • Clothes for wearing in the hut
    • Toiletries (hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
    • Headlamp or flashlight
    • Camera — optional (but recommended)

  Your main luggage will be transported with a support vehicle, and you will not have access to it until you reach the huts in the afternoon. Everything needed for the day’s trek must be in your day backpack. 

  Please do not bring hard suitcases. A soft duffel bag, ca 60 L, is preferable, and please do not exceed 40 lbs (18 kg) per person. Also, keep in mind that the bags might move around or get wet during transport, so pack accordingly.

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• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and prices:

  • • For this group adventure, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 10:1. 
    • It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate. 
    • The cost does not decrease as the group grows. 

  Hiking in Iceland can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

  Min. age requirements:

  • • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
    • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

  If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

• Getting there and meeting location

  To get to the BSI bus terminal in Reykjavik, the starting point of this tour, most people fly into Keflavík International Airport (KEF). From there, you can take a bus, shuttle, or taxi to Reykjavík.

  You will be meeting your guide at the BSI bus terminal in central Reykjavik, which can be easily accessed by foot or public transportation. From there, you’ll head to the trailhead.

• Deposits and cancellation policy

  A 30% deposit to secure your place is due upon booking. The remaining amount is paid 3 months (90 days) prior to departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies. 

  • • If Client cancels the Booking anytime prior to ninety (90) calendar days in advance of the trip contemplated by the booking, Client is entitled to a full refund. 
    • For cancellations eighty-nine (89) to sixty (60) calendar days in advance, Client is entitled to a refund in the amount of ninety percent (90%) of the total amount paid when Booking. 
    • For cancellations thirty (30) to fifty-nine (59) calendar days in advance, Client is entitled to a refund in the amount of fifty percent (50%) of the total amount paid when Booking. 
    • After that deadline, Client is not entitled to any refund. Any reimbursable expenses arising out of the Booking incurred by Guide prior to the date of cancellation (including but not limited to plane tickets, car rental payments, and lodging or transportation fees) are non-refundable as soon as they are incurred by the Guide.