DURATION

10 hours

AVAILABILITY

Summer

DIFFICULTY

Easy

PERSONS

1 to 6

BOOK

OVERVIEW

General information

Travel deep into Iceland’s remote highlands to Mælifell, one of the country’s most striking volcanoes. Rising bright green from the black sands of Mælifellssandur, this moss-covered cone sits in the middle of a vast volcanic desert shaped by eruptions, glacial floods, and centuries of wind.

Leaving Reykjavik, the journey heads south before turning inland onto rough highland tracks accessible only by Super Jeep. The drive itself is part of the experience: crossing glacial rivers, navigating lava fields, and traveling through wide, empty landscapes where there are often no other people for miles.

Along the way there are regular photo stops at dramatic viewpoints, canyons, and river crossings. Near Mælifell we explore the area on foot, taking time to photograph the volcano from different angles and experience the scale and silence of the highlands.

Midday we stop at a remote highland lake for a relaxed lunch surrounded by volcanic mountains and black sand plains. On clear days the views stretch across glaciers, ridges, and endless highland valleys.

This tour focuses on the journey as much as the destination: wild terrain, remote tracks, river crossings, and some of the most untouched landscapes in Iceland. It’s a full day deep into the interior, far from the main roads and crowds.

Highlights

Mælifell volcano
Remote highland lake

Price

240,000 ISK per tour

What's included

Private luxury 4×4
Professional driver-guide
Detailed personal itinerary
Photo package of your trip

What to bring

Warm clothes
Hat and gloves
Good hiking shoes
Waterproof clothing

ITINERARY

					  An amazing experience with an outdoor enthusiast and knowledgeable guide - I did a 3 day private tour which included trips to an ice cave, diamond beach, a glacier hike, waterfalls, northern lights and snorkelling at Silfa. Every part of the... read more tour was exceptional. Julian has enormous knowledge of the region and extensive outdoor experience. He shares this knowledge throughout the tour in a way that is engaging and informative. He runs the tour in a very flexible way and is always happy to accommodate individual preferences. His planning is meticulous and I always felt safe and supported throughout the trip. Julian is a really genuine guide and his love and appreciation of nature really comes across throughout the trip. This was a once in a lifetime trip for me and I couldn’t recommend enough				
F1530AZlisaw
February 20, 2026 

					  The greastest tour and tour guide - book with Arctic Exped!  - Our tour with Arctic Exped was the most amazing tour I've done (and I've done q few!). Julian was knowledgeable and personable. Julian's experience in guiding us through all the... read more fun activities and taking us to quieter secret spots made the trip unforgettable. Would very highly recommend booking with Arctic Exped - it will ensure you have the best experience and see the sights of Iceland.				
Jean B
February 20, 2026 

					  Great South Coast Tour with Glacier Hike  - We had a very pleasant experience on the South Coast tour, including the glacier hike, with Julian. He was professional and well organized, which made everything run smoothly. The atmosphere... read more was relaxed, the pace was just right, and the tour was very well arranged overall.				
christer629
January 28, 2026 