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A six-hour Þórsmörk super jeep tour from the operator's base in South Iceland. You cross unbridged glacial rivers into the valley between three glaciers, walk to Gígjökull and have a light lunch in Þórsmörk.
Þórsmörk is a green valley hidden between three glaciers: Eyjafjallajökull, Mýrdalsjökull and Tindfjallajökull. It has birch woods, deep gorges and braided glacial rivers, and there is no bridge over most of them. That is why you need a super jeep, a high 4x4 on large tyres, to get in.
You meet your guide at Brú Base Camp on road 249, about 7 km in from the Seljalandsfoss turn-off. From there the drive runs over black sand plains and through several river crossings. You stop at Gígjökull, a glacier tongue whose lagoon filled with meltwater and debris during the 2010 eruption, and later take a short hike in the valley.
The tour runs all year. In summer the valley is green and the rivers are higher in the afternoon; in winter it is quieter, with snow and short daylight. Walks are optional and easy, but the ground is uneven, so wear proper shoes. Rain and wind can come in quickly, so bring waterproof layers whatever the forecast.
Not in a rental car. The road crosses unbridged glacial rivers that rental insurance does not cover, which is why this tour uses super jeeps.
At Brú Base Camp on road 249, about 5 minutes' drive past Seljalandsfoss and about 1.5 hours' drive from Reykjavík. There is no pick-up from Reykjavík on this tour.
Yes, a light lunch is served in the valley.
Yes, it runs all year. Winter days are short and the valley may be snowy, so dress warmly.
A few short, optional hikes on uneven ground. You do not need to be very fit.
We did this tour in March and wow it was definitely the highlight of our trip. We drove on large Super Jeeps so we were able to go over the rivers and the snowcovered highlands in Porsmork were simply out of this world. Mountains and trees everywhere we looked all covered in snow like winter wonderland. If you are traveling in March, defnitely do this tour.
Kelly S. · June 2026The super jeep tour to Thorsmork was awesome overall. The views were out of this world and the river crossings were a real adventure. Our guide was friendly and knew a lot about the area. Only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is that the day felt a bit too long for us, especially the drive back. Still, I’m glad we did it and would recommend it.
TravellerI hesitated because of the price but it was worth it. You see places you just cant get to in a normal car. Jeep was comfortable enough and guide was funny and knew a lot. Scenery was unreal, glaciers on one side, green valley on the other.
Hannah L.I have done many tours in Iceland before but this one felt the most adventurous. Thorsmork is remote and wild, and the super jeep is the only way to reach it. The guide was calm and skilled driving through the rivers. It felt like a real expedition.
Jorg W.Thorsmork is just stunning. The drive there is half the fun, bouncing through rivers and rough tracks. Not the most comfortable ride if you expect a smooth road, but thats the whole point. Loved the canyon walk, views were insane.
Mia T.This was the highlight of our week in Iceland. The jeep is huge and goes places I never thought possible. We stopped for short hikes with amazing views. Weather went from sunny to rainy to sunny again but that kinda made it even more fun.
SeanThe super jeep ride into Thorsmork was unreal. Crossing rivers in that big truck was a thrill on its own. Our guide kept us safe and also showed us cool spots along the way. The valley itself was so green and quiet, felt like a hidden world.
Laura P.Thorsmork is by far the most beautiful and unique place I have ever seen - it reminds me of Asia while still being located in the crisp Icelandic nature! Breathtaking is not even a good enough word for it in my opinion!
The tour was great - our tour guide was so much fun and of course the beauty of the place made this tour extra special! I know that a lot of people skip the highlands when visiting Iceland, but please go there if you are visiting during the summer months!
We’re in our 70s and don’t hike, but this tour let us enjoy the Highlands in total comfort. The stops were beautiful and accessible, and our guide made everything feel personal and special. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to explore beyond the usual sights.
Linda S. · May 2025The most beautiful place I have seen. We did this tour in December and wow - magnificent. Thorsmork was full of snow and it was so beautiful. The trees and mountains were covered in snow. If you would like to experience a wonderland in Iceland - book this tour during the winter.
Can't wait to come back in summer and see what this place looks like - I have heard it is just as beautiful.
The most beautiful place I have ever seen. Photos do not describe the beauty of this location. We did a hike and the views from the top were magnificent! Can not recommend going there enough.
Linda · December 2024
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