Thórsmörk Buggy Tour

About 2.5 hoursGroup: Small groupEasyBuggy from HvolsvöllurAge 5+, driving licence needed to driveAll year

A short buggy tour into the Fljótshlíð area below Eyjafjallajökull. You drive your own two-seater buggy across gravel tracks, sand and streams, with views over the Markarfljót plains and out to the Westman Islands.

Brú Base CampFljótshlíðMarkarfljót sand plainsSeljalandsfoss viewpoint

Drive your own off-road buggy, two people sharing each vehicle
River crossings and sand plains below Eyjafjallajökull
Views over the Markarfljót glacial river valley
Distant views of Seljalandsfoss waterfall and the Westman Islands
Full safety briefing and gear before you set off

Your day, stop by stop

Click a stop for photos and practical tips.

1Meet at Brú Base CampCheck in, get kitted out and hear the safety briefing.

Safety briefing and gear-upInsulated cover-all, helmet and balaclava, then a briefing on driving the buggy.

You are given an insulated cover-all, helmet and balaclava, and your guide goes through how the buggy handles, what to expect on the terrain and the hand signals used on the trail before anyone drives. This takes about 15 to 20 minutes.

Time here · about 15–20 minutes

Fljótshlíð & Markarfljót plainsGravel tracks, sand and stream crossings below Eyjafjallajökull.

You drive your own buggy, two to a vehicle, with a guide leading, out across the braided sands of the Markarfljót river valley, on gravel tracks and through shallow streams. On a clear day there are views up to Eyjafjallajökull and out towards Seljalandsfoss and the Westman Islands.

Terrain · gravel, sand and shallow stream crossingsDriving · you drive; two people share each buggy

4Return to Brú Base CampHand back the gear and warm up with a hot drink.

About the Thorsmork buggy tour

This is a shorter buggy trip out of Brú Base Camp near Hvolsvöllur, in the area between Fljótshlíð and Eyjafjallajökull. You drive yourself, two to a buggy, with a guide leading the group past waterfalls, across the Markarfljót sand plains around Dímon and through small streams, with a viewpoint looking over Seljalandsfoss and out to the Westman Islands.

The terrain is rougher than a normal drive but the buggies are built for it, with roll cages and safety belts, and everyone gets a briefing before starting. It suits people who want a taste of off-road driving without committing to a full day, and it runs all year, though conditions and the exact route can change with the weather and river levels.

You need a valid driving licence to take the wheel; passengers don't. It's not a good fit for anyone with back problems or who is pregnant, and children under 5 aren't able to take part.

Make it your own

Optional extras, at extra cost

Drop-off in Hella or Hvolsvöllur
Pick-up in Hella or Hvolsvöllur
Private tour upgrade

Included

Guided buggy ride, two-seater vehicle
Insulated cover-all, helmet and balaclava
Safety briefing

Not included

Transport to Brú Base Camp
Food and drinks

What to bring

A valid driving licence (for the driver)
Warm layers, avoid cotton
Waterproof jacket and trousers
Gloves, hat and scarf
Sturdy shoes or boots

Good to know

About 2.5 hours, starting at 10:00 or 14:00 from Brú Base Camp, road 249, near Hvolsvöllur
Minimum age 5 to ride along; the driver needs a valid driving licence
Not recommended for pregnant women or people with back problems
Two people share each buggy; a single-rider buggy can be booked for a supplement
Runs all year, weather and river conditions permitting
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start. No refund within 48 hours.

Questions people ask

Do I need experience to drive the buggy?

No, but you do need a valid driving licence. Guides brief everyone before setting off and lead the group at a manageable pace.

Can I just ride as a passenger?

Yes, only the driver of each buggy needs a driving licence.

How muddy or wet does it get?

You cross streams and can pick up spray and mud, so waterproofs and boots you don't mind getting dirty are a good idea.

Does this tour actually reach Þórsmörk?

No. This route stays in the area between Fljótshlíð and Eyjafjallajökull: waterfalls, the Markarfljót sand plains around Dímon, small stream crossings and a viewpoint over Seljalandsfoss and the Westman Islands. The 5-hour buggy tour goes into Þórsmörk.

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From34,990 ISKPer person