Thrilling 2-Day Buggy Tour in the Icelandic Highlands from Reykjavik or Hvolsvollur
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Embark on a thrilling buggy tour in the Icelandic Highlands by booking this incredible two-day guided excursion with buggy gear, meals, and one-night accommodation. Those eager to have an epic adventure and discover the stunning scenery of the Highlands should book this tour now.
Your tour starts when you are picked up from your accommodation in Hvolsvollur or Reykjavik upon request. You’ll travel to the Bru base camp in Hvolsvollur, where you’ll meet your expert English-speaking guide and the other guests on the tour.
When ready, you’ll depart and head for the Highlands. When you get there, your experienced guide will give you a thorough briefing and provide you with all the safety equipment you need, including a helmet.
This tour suits seasoned drivers and beginners who haven’t driven a buggy before. Your guide will give you complete instructions on driving, and then it’s time to set off on your adventure.
The Icelandic Highlands are a vast, rugged wilderness known for their volcanic landscapes, glacier-fed rivers, and remote hiking trails. This uninhabited region covers much of Iceland’s interior and is only accessible by 4x4 vehicles.
Popular destinations include Landmannalaugar, with its colorful rhyolite mountains. The Highlands are also dotted with black sand deserts, steaming geothermal areas, and towering waterfalls.
Riding a buggy through the Icelandic Highlands is an adventure like no other. You’ll speed across vast black sand plains, splash through glacier-fed rivers, and navigate rugged mountain trails in an off-road vehicle built for extreme conditions.
As you conquer the challenging terrain, you’ll feel the thrill of off-roading while surrounded by some of Iceland’s most dramatic scenery.
For one night, you’ll stay in a cozy, geothermally-heated hut at a Highland camp. Your guide will prepare a traditional BBQ dinner while you relax. Refuel and chat with the other guests before you get an early night before another exciting day.
On the second day of the tour, you’ll enjoy an exciting buggy ride through the Fjallaback Nature Reserve. Fjallabak Nature Reserve, located in Iceland’s southern Highlands, is known for its rugged volcanic terrain, geothermal activity, and striking rhyolite mountains.
Covering around 47,000 hectares, the reserve includes the popular hiking destination of Landmannalaugar, where natural hot springs and colorful hills attract visitors. The area features lava fields, glacial rivers, and remote trails that require 4x4 access.
See the unique geology of the diverse landscapes and admire the pristine beauty as you enjoy the thrills of a buggy ride. Your guide knows all the hidden gems and will take you to lesser-known places for a truly unique experience.
At the end of the tour, you’ll return to the base camp before your guide takes you back to Hvolsvollur or Reykjavik if you requested a drop-off service.
Please note that all participants must hold a valid driver’s license to drive a buggy. Each buggy accommodates one or two people, so those traveling solo or preferring to drive alone must pay an additional fee for a single-rider buggy.
Don’t miss this immersive two-day experience exploring the Highlands of Iceland on a 4x4 buggy adventure. Check availability now by choosing a date
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Daily itinerary
Day 1 - Exploring the Highlands with Buggy Vehicles
On the first day of this multi-day buggy tour of the Icelandic Highlands, you'll travel to the Highlands and explore before an overnight stay.
Your tour starts when your driver picks you up from your accommodation in Reykjavik or Hvolsvollur. Your driver will take you to base camp in South Iceland, where you'll meet your expert English-speaking guide and the other guests on the tour before heading to your destination in the Highlands.
The experienced tour guide will give you a thorough briefing and tutorial on how to drive the buggies. This tour is suitable for beginners. You don't need to have driven a buggy before, but you do need an international driver's license.
You can choose whether you'd like to ride your buggy by yourself or with another guest. You can take it in turns to drive.
When you're ready, you'll set off on your adventure. Buggy tours in Iceland offer an adventurous way to explore the country's rugged landscapes. These guided off-road trips take you across black sand beaches, lava fields, and mountain trails, often with views of glaciers or volcanoes.
The Icelandic Highlands are a remote and uninhabited region covering much of Iceland's interior. Known for their volcanic landscapes, glaciers, and rugged terrain, they are only accessible by 4x4 vehicles. Popular sites include Landmannalaugar, with its colorful mountains and hot springs.
The Highlands also feature black sand deserts, steaming geothermal areas, and glacial rivers. Navigate through rugged terrain and explore stunning landscapes with some spectacular views. You'll have plenty of opportunities to take some incredible photographs along the way.
After a day of driving, you'll arrive at your Highland camp for the evening, where you'll be staying in a cozy, geothermally-heated hut. For dinner, your guide will prepare a delicious BBQ, which you can enjoy while chatting with your fellow guests.
Get a good night's sleep tonight, as there will be more exciting adventures on day two of the tour.
Day 2 - Navigating Fjallabak on a Buggy Tour
What to bring
Good to know
A valid international driving license is required to drive a buggy.
Each buggy seats 1-2 people and a shared ride means two participants share one buggy. If your group has an odd number of participants, you must purchase a single-rider upgrade for one person.
The tour's departure point is Bru base camp (Road 249) in South Iceland.
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