July 2027
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Planned 64.90°N 18.60°W
Iceland 4x4 The Highlands, river crossings and glaciers
- Country
- Iceland
- Duration
- 7 days
- Travel mode
- 4x4
- Difficulty
- Planned date
- July 2027
About the expedition
Exploring Iceland by 4x4 is the only way to reach the wildest corners of the island — especially the Highlands.
Canyons, waterfalls, glaciers and mountain F-roads that an ordinary car cannot drive. We take it easy, explore and savour the natural surroundings.
The programme is being finalised — register your interest.
Highlights
- F-roads and river crossings in the Highlands
- Landmannalaugar
- Waterfalls of the south
- Glacier lagoon
Character of the expedition
- Difficulty
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Off-road sections, sand or gravel, longer days. You need to be a confident driver.
- A day on the road
- approx. 4–8 hours a day
- Atmosphere
- Mountains · Off-road · Expedition
- Who it’s for
- Open group · Group of friends
- Group
- 6–12 people
Route journal
Day by day
The programme may change depending on the weather, road conditions and the pace of the group — on the road, common sense and a good atmosphere come first.
Preliminary outline This is an indicative route, not the final programme. We will confirm the details — stages, accommodation and distances — together with the date.
- Day01
The Golden Circle
Reykjavík → Þingvellir → Geysir → Gullfoss
- Tarmac
- ~230 km
- 4 h
- Hotel near Hella
Highlight Strokkur geyser and Gullfoss waterfall
We collect the 4x4 vehicles in Reykjavík and warm up with the classics: Þingvellir, Geysir and Gullfoss.
- Day02
Along an F-road to Landmannalaugar
Gullfoss → Landmannalaugar
- Gravel
- ~150 km
- 4–5 h
- Hotel near Hella
Highlight A dip in a hot spring among colourful mountains
Our first F-road and first river crossings. The rhyolite mountains of Landmannalaugar and a dip in a natural hot spring.
- Day03
Fjallabak and Eldgjá
Landmannalaugar → Eldgjá → Kirkjubæjarklaustur
- Gravel
- ~120 km
- 5 h
- Hotel in Kirkjubæjarklaustur
Highlight Eldgjá, the fire canyon
Across the Highlands on the F208 with river crossings, the Eldgjá canyon and the descent to the south coast.
- Day04
Glaciers and the lagoon
Kirkjubæjarklaustur → Skaftafell → Jökulsárlón
- Tarmac
- ~200 km
- 3–4 h
- Hotel near Skaftafell
Highlight Icebergs on the Jökulsárlón lagoon
A walk up to a glacier tongue in Skaftafell, the Jökulsárlón lagoon and Diamond Beach.
- Day05
A canyon and black beaches
Jökulsárlón → Fjaðrárgljúfur → Vík i Reynisfjara → Dyrhólaey
- Tarmac
- ~260 km
- 4 h
- Hotel in Vík
Highlight The Dyrhólaey rock arch and puffins
Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon, the black beach of Reynisfjara and the Dyrhólaey cliffs.
- Day06
Þórsmörk — the valley of river crossings
Vík i Reynisfjara → Þórsmörk → Seljalandsfoss
- Gravel
- ~140 km
- 5 h
- Hotel near Hella
Highlight Fording glacial rivers
The trip’s most challenging river crossings on the way to the Þórsmörk valley, followed by Seljalandsfoss, a waterfall you can walk behind.
- Day07
Back via Reykjavík
Seljalandsfoss → Reykjavík → Keflavík
- Tarmac
- ~170 km
- 3 h
- —
Highlight One last soak in the hot springs
Drive to Reykjavík, return of the vehicles and transfer to Keflavík airport.
Dates, options and prices
Choose your option
The price includes
- Accommodation with breakfast
- Tour leader
- Trip organisation
The price does not include
- Flights
- Additional meals
- Entrance fees
- Travel insurance
Practical
Before you set off
Accommodation
Hotels with breakfast, rooms for 2–4 people.
Transport
4x4 vehicles suitable for F-roads.
Group
6–12 participants, looked after by a MotoGadabout leader.
Requirements
- Drivers: category B driving licence
Documents
- ID card or passport
- Travel insurance
Season
July – August. Full preparation guide: FAQ and preparation.
Your hosts
Who travels with you
- 4x4 expedition leaderMateuszLeads convoys across deserts and mountains. Knows when to let the air out of the tyres — and when to stop for tea.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
Can I book for a whole group and pay for everyone?
Yes. One person can submit the booking for the whole group and settle the payment for the trip. Participants’ details can be added later in the central MotoGadabout account.
Does the price include flights?
Usually not — we help you choose a flight so that everyone meets on location at roughly the same time. Full details are always in the “What’s included / not included” section.
What if I’m travelling alone?
Most participants come on their own or in pairs. We’ll help you find a room-mate, and if you’d prefer a single room, just ask about the supplement.
