Þórsmörk Super Jeep | Day Tour | Midgard
by Midgard Adventure · Super jeeps · Highlands
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Duration
7 hours
Difficulty
Very easy
Season
May – Sep
Starts in
Hvolsvöllur
Meeting
Meet on location
Languages
EN, IS
Departs
09:00, 10:00
Minimum age
5
Our take on this one
Þórsmörk is the valley behind the south coast, ringed by three glaciers, and no ordinary car gets in — the rivers are unbridged and change with the weather. Midgard drive it in a modified 4x4 from Hvolsvöllur, not Reykjavík, so you need to get yourself there first. Seven hours, groups capped at 14, and the route is decided on the day by conditions, which is why the operator sells it as slow travel rather than a list of stops. Coffee or tea is included and there is 10% off at their restaurant afterwards. Minimum age five, minimum four bookings for the tour to run — if fewer book you get an alternative or a full refund. Departures at 09:00 and 10:00, summer only.
- Book it if
- People staying on the south coast who want the highland side of it with a small group and a guide who lives there.
- Skip it if
- It starts in Hvolsvöllur, about 100 km from Reykjavík, and it can be cancelled for want of four passengers — not a plan for a tight itinerary.
Written by us, from the operator's own details and what we know of the route. We don't take a fee for a good word.
About this experience
Þórsmörk (Thorsmork) Nature Reserve, or the “Valley of Thor” named after the Norse thunder god, is one of Iceland’s most captivating landscapes. Known for its expansive views, secluded waterfalls, dramatic canyons, birch forests, and glacier vistas. Þórsmörk is a beloved retreat for locals—a place to hike, connect with nature, and feel the powerful energy of land surrounded by three glaciers. This tour is perfect for travelers eager to step off the main paths and experience Þórsmörk from a local’s perspective.
Designed with a focus on “slow travel,” this tour takes time to appreciate each location beyond the camera lens. With experienced guides leading the way, visitors will cross unbridged glacier rivers in a super jeep and explore hidden spots throughout Þórsmörk, ensuring a safe and memorable adventure. Accessible year-round, the route adapts to the season’s unique character and is customized to match daily weather and road conditions, making every trip distinct. Guides will share their favorite locations and stories, providing insight into Iceland’s rich culture, myths, and untouched nature.
Highlights on Þórsmörk Super Jeep Day Tour may include:- Nauthúsagil Ravine: A unique canyon adventure.
- Gígjökull Ice Cap: Site of the famed 2010 Eyjafjallajökull eruption.
- Stakkholtsgjá Canyon: A mystical spot featured in Game of Thrones.
- Valahnúkur Summit: Panoramic views across Þórsmörk Valley.
- Glacier Views: Stunning scenes of Mýrdalsjökull, Tindfjallajökull, and Eyjafjallajökull.
- River Crossings: Thrilling Super Jeep rides through Hvanná, Stakkholtsgjá, and Krossá.
- Wildlife Spotting: Possible opportunity to see Arctic foxes in their natural environment.
- Deep Nature Connection: Discover Iceland’s untouched highlands on paths less traveled.
- Local Insights: Authentic stories and hidden spots shared by experienced guides.
Additional information about Þórsmörk Super Jeep Day Tour
Physical Difficulty: 2 of 5.
We rate it 2 out of 5, as you’ll be outdoors all day, but the tour is flexible to match your physical level. We offer short hikes tailored to the group’s preferences, with the option for you to relax and enjoy the surroundings if you choose not to hike. Our super jeeps have steps for easy access, and our guides are always ready to assist.
Departure/Return location: Midgard Base Camp, Dufþaksbraut 14, Hvolsvöllur.
Departure time: The departure time depends on the season, please see booking widget. We ask our guests to show up no later than 15 minutes before departure.
Season: All year.
Duration: 6-8 hours
Minimum age: 5 years
Lunchboxes: When booking you can add a lunchbox from Midgard Restaurant. Click here to read more about our lunchboxes.
Wear: Comfortable clothing, hiking shoes and warm clothes according to this area's weather forecast.
Description from the operator, Midgard Adventure. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.
Included
- Professional and knowledgeable guide
- Transportation in a modified 4×4
- Off the beaten path adventure
- Local insights about glaciers, sagas, nature and life in Iceland
- Complimentary coffee or tea
- 10% discount at Midgard Restaurant after your tour
Not included
Lunch is not automatically included, but lunchboxes are available to purchase as an add-on during checkout. Your guide will bring them to the lunch spot. You can also bring your own lunch.
Good to know
Good hiking boots, rain gear, and warm clothes, camera, snacks, and a water bottle.
There is a minimum of 4 participants for this tour. In case of fewer bookings we will give you two choices: an alternative trip or a 100% refund.
Group size:We are proud to operate tours no larger than 14 people
Age:5 years
Fitness level:2 of 5.
You’ll be outdoors all day, but the tour is flexible to match your physical level. We offer short hikes with the option for you to relax and enjoy the surroundings if you choose not to hike. Our super jeeps have steps for easy access, and our guides are always ready to assist.
Þórsmörk is remote and only accessible by rough mountain roads and unbridged glacial rivers. Our Super Jeeps make the journey safer and more comfortable, but guests should be able to step in and out of the vehicle with assistance if needed.
Best for:Travelers who want to experience Þórsmörk without driving difficult highland roads themselves. Ideal for nature lovers, photographers, families, and anyone looking for a slower, guided adventure into one of Iceland’s most beautiful valleys.
Gear:Dress for a full day outdoors. Wear warm, waterproof layers and sturdy shoes. Bring a hat, gloves, water bottle, snacks, and a camera. Weather can change quickly in Þórsmörk.
Sustainability:We keep our groups small, travel with local guides, and follow responsible driving practices in this fragile highland environment. Our goal is to help you experience Þórsmörk with care, respect, and a deeper connection to the landscape.
Cancellation for this tour
Cancelling costs 10% of the price within 999 days of departure. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.
If the weather cancels this tour
Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is closed roads — the Road Administration shuts the mountain roads before the operator has to decide anything. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.
- 1Midgard Adventure decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
- 2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
- 3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.
What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until the cutoff shown above, the operator's policy after that.
Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →
Why this one and not the cheaper one?
The nearest cheaper Into The Glacier - For Super Jeeps from Arctic Adventures is €115 — €164 less. Here is every difference we can actually measure.
| Midgard Adventure · €279 | Arctic Adventures · €115 | |
|---|---|---|
| How long it runs | 7 hours | 1 hour |
| Changing your mind | Not stated | Free until 24 h before |
| How hard it is | Very easy | Easy |
The €164 buys you 6 more hours out. Whether that is worth it is your call — but that is what the difference is.
Sold out on your date?
Seats come back — a cancellation, or the operator adding a vehicle. Tell us the date and we will check once a day and email you if one opens. One email, then we delete the address; nothing else is ever sent to it.
Who this is not for
- Children under 5 cannot join this one.
- Not available in winter; the operator runs it roughly May to September.
Read off the operator's own conditions. If none of it applies to you, this is a good one.
Why we list it
Midgard Adventure is one of 154 operators we work with — chosen for reliability, honest descriptions and how they treat guests when weather changes plans. We don't list everything; we list what we'd book ourselves. The six checks every operator passes →
What travellers say about Midgard Adventure
Read all 361 reviews on Google →Operator rating 4.9/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.
★★★★★ · 2 months ago
What a fabulous adventure! Our tour group and tour guide were fantastic. We were so ecstatic to have such an active group of people on our tour allowing us to do multiple hikes and excursions. Our tour guide Alessandro was absolutely incredible! So knowledgeable & friendly. My husband and I loved chatting with him and learning about his personal background and time in Iceland. I would definitely recommend this excursion it was one of our top 2 highlights of our 9 day trip around the ring road!
★★★★★ · 2 months ago
Our day in Þórsmörk with Ragnar ended up being one of those travel experiences we’ll be talking about long after we get home. Ragnar was hilarious from the start—full of stories about Icelandic life, culture, and folklore that had our whole group rolling with laughter. But beyond being entertaining, he has an obvious passion for both his country and the work he does. You can tell he genuinely loves sharing this place with people. Because it was a private tour, he really paid attention to who we were and what we enjoyed. He quickly realized our group was up for a little adventure and customized the day to match our energy level, taking us to incredible hikes, stunning viewpoints, and hidden spots we never would have found on our own. Along the way, he taught us about the geology and history of the area in a way that was engaging and easy to understand. And then there were the Icelandic hot dogs. What could have been a quick lunch stop became a memorable part of the day, complete with Ragnar’s enthusiastic tutorial on the proper way to stack the condiments. We may never eat a hot dog the same way again. We had some amazing experiences in Iceland, but this one felt especially personal. Ragnar didn’t just guide us through Þórsmörk—he made us feel like we were experiencing like a local. We’re so grateful for the memories and would recommend him & Midgard Adventure in a heartbeat.
★★★★★ · 2 months ago
The Þórsmörk Super Jeep hiking tour with Midgard totally exceeded our expectations! A massive shoutout to Carlos Gabriel, who is truly one of the best guides I’ve ever encountered. Not only is he an incredibly skilled driver—making the rugged terrain and river crossings feel completely safe and exciting—but he is also a wealth of knowledge. He kept us engaged the entire time, explaining the fascinating local plants, rocks, and geology along the way. The hike itself was incredibly fun and diverse, taking us through a stunning variety of landscapes. The final payoff at the top was breathtaking, offering a magnificent view of the snow-capped mountains and the massive valley below. If you are looking for an unforgettable adventure in Iceland, I cannot recommend Midgard and Carlos enough!
★★★★★ · 2 months ago
Our family of 4 had an amazing time with Odi and a small group on a Super Jeep tour of Thorsmork. He was very kind to our 9 year old daughter and spent the entire day engaging us with local knowledge. The scenery is incredible and even with poor weather elsewhere its microclimate was mostly dry and even let some sun break through.
Reviews from Google · updated 13 Sept 2026
Read before you book
- Landmannalaugar is a summer place, and the road there is why tours use super-jeepsThe Highlands open for a few months a year behind F-roads your hire car can't legally use. How to get to Landmannalaugar, and what each way costs.
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Super jeeps — questions people ask
What is a super jeep?
A four-wheel-drive truck or van rebuilt for Iceland: raised suspension, huge low-pressure tyres and a snorkel, so it can cross rivers, drive on snow and climb glacier tracks that stop a rental car. Groups are small, usually eight to sixteen people. Super jeeps are how you reach Landmannalaugar in the highlands, ice caves under Mýrdalsjökull and dark northern-lights spots off the main roads. They are pricier than a coach, and rougher.
Is a super jeep northern lights tour better than a bus?
Slightly, for two reasons. A super jeep can leave the tarmac and find darker, more sheltered spots, and with ten people rather than fifty you spend less time waiting at stops. Arctic Adventures' Northern Lights Explorer (/experience/209/) and Northern Lights by 4x4 (/experience/1088067/) are the standard options. The sky is the same either way; a jeep does not make clouds part. If budget matters, a small-group minibus gets you most of the benefit.
When can you take a super jeep to Landmannalaugar?
Late June to September, once the highland roads open. The Landmannalaugar Safari (/experience/341/) is a twelve-hour day from Reykjavík with river crossings, a short hike and a soak in the natural hot river. The rest of the year the road is closed to everything except specially licensed winter expeditions. The dates the F-roads open vary each year with the snow, so if you are booking for June, expect a possible reschedule.
Is a super jeep tour comfortable?
Comfortable enough on the tarmac, bumpy on the rough stuff. That is the point. Expect to be thrown about on lava tracks and river beds, and to sit in a bench seat for several hours. People prone to motion sickness should sit in front and take a tablet. The trade-off is access: you see places coaches cannot go, with a driver-guide who talks to you rather than over a microphone.
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