Book a tour with us online! Thorsmork is located approximately 160 kilometers (99.5 miles) or about a two-and-a-half hour drive from Reykjavík. Keep in mind that even in June there may still be snow and ice at the higher elevations.Self-drive involves crossing several glacier rivers which are sometimes fast and unpredictable. The tour package combines three days of hiking in various locations in Iceland with a cozy country hotel accommodation between hikes. You need to be experienced at 4WD through rivers to cross.Bring a camera, you are going to want to capture this place in as many ways as possible!Thorsmork is magical all year round. Starting at $556. Thor the Pagan God of thunder and protector of mankind, with his famous hammer, played an important role in Icelanders’ beliefs.The influence of the Pagan religion is evident in many location names spread wide and far across the country. Along the way, you will be mesmerized by the most extraordinary geological wonders! Simply click on the region you want to explore and read about towns, attractions, hiking, accommodation and more.The Bus brings you to an area of varied shapes and forms with colourful rhyolite mountains and obsidian post glacial lavas. Book Now. It‘s situated in the south of Iceland, between the glaciers Tindafjallajokull, Myrdalsjokull and Eyjafjallajokull.Thorsmork is one of the most popular hiking areas in Iceland.. We’ve ranked it as ‘challenging’ but of course, it is subjective and you might find it relatively easy!The route can get more demanding in certain areas, but if you’re over the age of 14 and in good health, the hike will be really enjoyable.Broken in, waterproof hiking boots with support around ankles Leather is good.2 Packable towels – 1 in your daypack for rivers or hot springs and 1 for showersSandals with straps or neoprene boots for wading through shallow waterDry bag – expect heavy rain and keep spare socks and layers dryFirst aid kit, including prescriptions, blister plastersAll your food – if you’re not with an organized groupWeather-wise the summer months are the easiest time to visit. All rights reserved. Starting at $338. Day Trips & Excursions. By letting someone else take you, you will not have to worry about 4-wheel drive, off-roading and crossing the rigorous rivers yourself.Camping and other accommodation facilities are available at ‘The Básar Hut’, which is run by the Touring Association of Iceland. Air, Helicopter & Balloon Tours.

Trex, Reykjavik Excursions, and Sterna all make multiple trips in per day, check their websites to reserve a ticket. In June, July and August, days are longer and temperatures are higher. When the landscape is covered in ice and snow, the only access to Thorsmork is by highly-modified super-jeeps, as part of a guided tour.During winter (October 16th to April 30th) the road into Þórsmörk is impassable.The tour may be more difficult and a lot colder, but there is a greater chance of catching the northern lights!Just like almost any other scenic place in Iceland, Thorsmork has made an appearance on famous show Game of Thrones. The valley which is named after the Norse Thunder God Thor offers many exciting possibilities for any nature enthusiast visiting Iceland.There are endless trails of various lengths stretching all around the valley providing something for everyone. Day Trips & Excursions. Book with 10% deposit This 3-day Landmannalaugar, Thorsmork, and Glacier hiking adventure highlights the rugged beauty of Icelandic nature. The terrain varies wildly, so at times you may traverse glacier river crossings or jagged frozen lava.Weather in Iceland is ever-changing so be sure to pack warm layers. Named after the Norse god Thor (Þór), this protected reserve is a hiker's paradise, with scenes seemingly plucked from an enchanting fantasy.