Adventurous 5-Hour Buggy Tour to Thorsmork in South Iceland

Experience the thrill of off-road exploration on this five-hour buggy tour in Thorsmork, one of Iceland’s most breathtaking natural reserves. This guided adventure includes a two-person buggy, an English-speaking guide, safety gear, and an exciting ride through rugged terrain and glacial rivers away from crowds.

Your buggy adventure in Iceland begins at the Bru base camp, which is located in South Iceland along Road 249. This meeting point is easily accessible via GPS and online maps.

Upon arrival, your certified guide will provide a short safety briefing and introduce you to your fully equipped 4x4 buggy. These specially designed vehicles easily handle Iceland’s diverse terrain, offering stability and excitement. 

You’ll be provided with a helmet, insulated coveralls, and a balaclava mask, ensuring a comfortable and safe ride in any weather. On your part, don’t forget to wear warm clothing, sturdy hiking boots, gloves, and a waterproof jacket.

Once geared up, the adventure kicks off as you follow your guide into the remote and untouched landscapes of Thorsmork, known as the Valley of Thor. 

Nestled between three mighty glaciers, Eyjafjallajokull, Myrdalsjokull, and Tindfjallajokull, Thorsmork is a highland paradise of towering mountains, winding rivers, and lush valleys. The journey takes you deep into Iceland’s wilderness, far from the usual tourist routes.

The buggy ride itself is an adventure like no other. To test your off-road driving skills, you’ll navigate gravel roads, black sand plains, rocky trails, and river crossings. River crossing, in particular, is widely enjoyed by most adventurers.

As your group traverses the nature reserve, there will be opportunities to stop briefly for sightseeing, walking, and taking photos.

One of the notable stops of your buggy ride is Gigjokull, an outlet glacier of Eyjafjallajokull. Here, you can witness the dramatic effects of the 2010 volcanic eruption, which reshaped the surrounding landscapes with floods of meltwater and ash.

With two people per buggy, you can share the driving or simply enjoy the ride as a passenger. The experience is fully customizable, allowing for stops at scenic viewpoints, waterfalls, and hidden gems along the way.

After five hours of adventure, the tour concludes back at the Bru base camp, where you can reflect on the day’s unforgettable experience.

To drive a buggy, all participants must be at least 17 years old and hold a valid driver’s license. Non-drivers can still enjoy the fun as buggy passengers.

If you are a solo traveler or prefer to drive alone, you must upgrade to a single-rider buggy before the tour. Each buggy accommodates one to two passengers, so if you book a shared ride but your group has an odd number of participants, you will need to purchase a solo ride upgrade.

Book this five-hour buggy tour in Iceland for an adrenaline-fueled journey through Thorsmork’s stunning highland landscapes. Check availability now by choosing a date.