Quad Biking · Hella
How to choose
4 tours from Buggy X-treme cover a price range of 288 € to 974 €, with durations from 2h to 7h. Three tours are open to everyone regardless of fitness level, while the private highlands tour asks for occasional sportiness. Budget-conscious riders should look at the 2h introductory options (288 €), which cover either the black sand beaches of Þykkvibær or a Northern Lights session. Mid-range riders get 3.5h in Southern Iceland's highlands for 470 €. The full-day Landmannalaugar run at 974 € is the longest and most remote option, deep into Iceland's volcanic interior. The clearest decision rule: if you have 7 hours and want to push into the highlands, the day tour wins. If time or budget is tight, the black sand beach buggy (288 €, 2h to 3.5h) delivers maximum scenery-per-euro.
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Our picks
Northern Lights Buggy Tour from Hella, near Selfoss
2h under the Northern Lights with Buggy X-treme for 288 €, no fitness requirement and no prior off-road experience needed.
Buggy Day Tour to Landmannalaugar from Hella
7 hours of quad riding into the volcanic highlands of Landmannalaugar at 974 €, the longest and most remote option in the lineup.
Buggy Tour on Þykkvibær Black Sand Beach from Hella
2h to 3.5h on Þykkvibær black sand beach for 288 €, open to all levels with striking volcanic coastal terrain.
Private Guided Quad Tour of Southern Iceland's Highlands from Hella
3.5h private guided tour into Southern Iceland's highlands at 470 €, the only option rated 'Occasionally sporty' for those wanting more challenge.
Frequently asked questions
How intense is a quad biking tour in the Hella area?
Most tours here are rated 'Everybody welcome', meaning the terrain is manageable without prior off-road experience. The private highlands tour is flagged 'Occasionally sporty', so expect rougher ground and more physical engagement on that one.
What's the most extreme tour available from Hella?
The Buggy Day Tour to Landmannalaugar is the most demanding, at 7 hours of riding through Iceland's volcanic highlands. It's also the highest-priced option at 974 €.
Can I ride a quad buggy at night to see the Northern Lights?
Yes. The Northern Lights Buggy Tour runs 2h from Hella and is designed specifically for night riding. It's open to all levels and starts at 288 €.
Do I need a driver's license to join a buggy tour?
License requirements depend on the operator's rules and Icelandic regulations. Contact Buggy X-treme directly at their Fossalda 1 base in Hella to confirm what documentation you need before booking.
What's the coldest and most exposed tour in this lineup?
The Landmannalaugar day tour covers the most ground and the longest time outdoors at 7 hours. Iceland's highland weather can shift fast, so thermal layers are essential on this route.
Are the tours guided in English?
All 4 tours are guided in both English and Icelandic, so no language barrier issues for English-speaking riders.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -0.7°C | 174.2 mm | Poor |
| February | 0.3°C | 196 mm | Poor |
| March | -0.2°C | 100.8 mm | Poor |
| April | 3.2°C | 100.9 mm | Poor |
| May | 7.5°C | 87.8 mm | Possible |
| June | 10.5°C | 148.7 mm | Possible |
| July | 12.5°C | 107.5 mm | Possible |
| August | 11.5°C | 133.9 mm | Possible |
| September | 9.3°C | 188.2 mm | Poor |
| October | 5.3°C | 144.6 mm | Possible |
| November | 0.1°C | 110 mm | Poor |
| December | 1.7°C | 211.5 mm | Off season |
Practical info
Equipment
Dress in waterproof and windproof layers regardless of season, as Hella's weather shifts fast. For the 7h Landmannalaugar tour, add thermal base layers and sturdy ankle-support boots, the operator provides helmets and safety gear.
Getting there
All tours depart from Buggy X-treme at Fossalda 1, 850 Hella, roughly 100 km southeast of Reykjavik on the Ring Road.
See also
Updated March 2026