Off Road Driving Experience · Reykjavik
How to choose
There are 12 off-road tours out of Reykjavik, from 198 € to 1,798 €, running up to 12h deep into Iceland's volcanic interior. Entry-level: the Geoadventures ehf Golden Circle trip at 198 € or the Arctic Adventures Jeep Safari to Landmannalaugar and Hekla volcano at 239 € covers 11h with no physical requirements. Mid-range group tours (395 €) add hiking on top of the drive and suit anyone who can handle occasional effort. Premium private 4x4 excursions from Friend in Iceland, Volcano Trails and Iceland Rovers (685 € to 1,798 €) reach Þórsmörk, Eyjafjallajökull glacier and lava caves, with multilingual guides in English, French and German. The 12h super jeep and glacier hike at 1,439 € is the most physically demanding option on the list. Budget decides the tier. Destination intensity decides the pick.
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Our picks
Jeep Safari to Landmannalaugar Hot Springs & Hekla Volcano from Reykjavík
At 239 €, the Arctic Adventures Jeep Safari packs 11h of volcanic highland and hot spring access into a competitive price with no physical requirements.
Super Jeep Excursion and Glacier Hike to Eyjafjallajökull Volcano
12h on a super jeep ending with a glacier hike on Eyjafjallajökull at 1,439 € is the hardest physical challenge and the most dramatic destination in this lineup.
Private Jeep tour in The Valley of Thor at ÞÓRSMÖRK
The private Glaciers and Waterfalls jeep tour into Þórsmörk at 1,798 € runs 8h to 11h with Icelandic and English guides exclusively for your group.
Reykjavik Golden Circle Geological Jeep Day Trip
Starting at 198 €, the Geoadventures ehf Golden Circle trip is the lowest barrier entry into Iceland's geological wonders.
Frequently asked questions
Which tour gives the most extreme terrain?
The Super Jeep Excursion to Eyjafjallajökull volcano by Iceland Rovers (1,439 €) combines a 12h drive with a glacier hike rated occasionally sporty, making it the highest intensity option in this lineup.
Do I need off-road driving experience to join?
No. All 12 tours are guided drives, meaning a professional takes the wheel. Four of them are rated everybody welcome, so zero prior experience is required.
What's the most intense destination on these tours?
Eyjafjallajökull, the volcano that shut down European airspace in 2010, is the most dramatic. The tour also includes a glacial hike on the ice cap itself.
Can I book a private tour if I don't want a group?
Yes. Friend in Iceland, Iceland Rovers and Glaciers and Waterfalls all offer private 4x4 excursions. Expect to pay between 1,330 € and 1,798 € for full exclusivity.
Is there a hot spring stop on any of these tours?
Yes. The Jeep Safari to Landmannalaugar (239 €) includes the Landmannalaugar geothermal hot springs, a natural highlight of Iceland's highland interior.
Which tour covers the most ground in a single day?
The Super Jeep Excursion to Eyjafjallajökull runs 12 hours, the longest duration in this selection. It includes the glacier hike and is operated by Iceland Rovers.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1.5 °C | 148.1 mm | Poor |
| February | -0.4 °C | 179.9 mm | Poor |
| March | -0.8 °C | 98.3 mm | Possible |
| April | 3 °C | 97.4 mm | Possible |
| May | 7.6 °C | 95.6 mm | Possible |
| June | 10.3 °C | 166.1 mm | Possible |
| July | 11.8 °C | 92.4 mm | Good |
| August | 11.3 °C | 112.2 mm | Possible |
| September | 9.3 °C | 187.2 mm | Poor |
| October | 5.1 °C | 111.2 mm | Possible |
| November | -0.3 °C | 87.5 mm | Possible |
| December | 1.3 °C | 177.5 mm | Poor |
Practical info
Equipment
Bring waterproof layers and sturdy shoes for any tour rated occasionally sporty, particularly the glacier hike to Eyjafjallajökull and the Landmannalaugar hiking combo. For the 11-12h tours, pack extra food, water and a warm mid-layer regardless of season, since highland temperatures in Iceland can shift fast.
Getting there
Most tours offer Reykjavík hotel pickup arranged directly with the operator. The Glaciers and Waterfalls private tour departs from the N1 gas station at Hvolsvöllur, roughly 100 km east of Reykjavik on the Ring Road.
See also
Other activities in Reykjavik
Updated September 2026