34Miles
3–5Days
7,200 ftGain
ThruType
Permits
System
FÍ (Iceland Touring Association) hut and campsite bookingNo hiking permit but pre-booking mandatory for all accommodation in 2026. Camping: 3,400 ISK (~$27/person/night). Hut: 15,800 ISK (~$113/night). Book at fi.is — sells out months ahead for July–August. Access by highland bus (Trex or Reykjavík Excursions, ~$105 one-way).Apply or read more
Cost
3,400–15,800 ISK (~$27–$113) per night
Bear storage
Not applicable — no bears in Iceland
Season
Best
Late June – mid September
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On trail
Water
Glacial rivers and streams throughout. Filter all glacial sources.
Resupply
No trail resupply. Carry all food Landmannalaugar to Þórsmörk (3–5 days).
Notes
Named by National Geographic as one of the world's top 20 hikes. Rhyolite mountains, lava fields, black sand deserts, glacial valleys. Glacial river crossings required — poles essential. Weather changes in minutes.
Elevation
200 ftHigh 1,141 ft
Resupply towns
Landmannalaugar (start)
Hrafntinnusker
Álftavatn
Emstrur
Þórsmörk (end — bus to Reykjavík)
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