Volcano and Ice Cap Trek
Trek from the active Mt Hekla through volcanic landscapes, hot springs and waterfalls to the permanent ice caps that mark our finish.
Iceland is a land of incredible contrast and beauty. Its wild volcanic landscapes, mountains, glaciers, hot springs, geysers and waterfalls, combined with its rich history, literature and folklore make it a fascinating country to explore.
Our challenge takes us from the active Mt Hekla to Landmannalaugar and then south through the mountains to the permanent icecaps of Myrdals and Eyjafjallajokull. This is a challenging trek through a remote and wild environment.
DAY 1: Fly London - Keflavik, transfer to Reykjavik
DAY 2: Transfer to Mount Hekla, see results of most recent eruption (2000), transfer to Landmannahellir
DAY 3: Trek to Landmannalaugar, relax hot springs
Day 4: Trek through rhyolite and lava fields to Álftavatn
DAY 5: Easier day trekking to Botnar
DAY 6: Trek to Thor's Wood via Markafljót's Canyon
DAY 7: Glacier pass to Skógafoss, transfer to Reykjavik
DAY 8: Free day to explore Reykjavik, optional whale watching
DAY 9: Return to London
vital statistics
- Highlights: Huge variety of natural landscapes and volcanic activity.
Numerous river crossings.
Trek 6 – 9 hours each day.
4x4 vehicle back-up, experienced Icelandic mountain guides.
Changeable weather adds to the challenge.
- Price from: £1,479.00
- Board Basis:
- Pricing Notes: Registration Fee For 2010 £299 + Self Payment Of £1180 Or A Minimum Fundraising Target Of £2950.
Registration Fee For 2011 £349 + Self Payment Of £1200 Or A Minimum Fundraising Target Of £3000.
- Action Grade: Active - You will be on the go most of the time.
- Where: Iceland, Reykjavik, Iceland
- Arrive: Keflavik
- Depart: Reykjavik
- Arrival/Departure Notes: 10 - 18 July 2010 9 - 17 July 2011
- Availability notes: Availability
comfort zone
- Comfort level: Basic , Mid-Range , Luxury
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