Today, we’re hiking the 500 year-old Laugahraun lava flow. Climbing past sulphur vents, we top a succession of rolling hills before descending into the hot springs of Stórihver. Descending into the gorges of Jökultungur, we come across steaming hot springs and mud pools. The route crosses old snow patches and climbs ridges where we have views across dark volcanic plains towards lake Álftavatn and glaciers. Crossing the southern edge of the Torfajökull Massif, we descend towards the black sands and palagonite ridges around Lake Álftavatn (Swan Lake). Arriving at the lake, we check in at the mountain hut. Distance: 24 km (15 mi) Walking time: 7-8 hrs. Ascent/Descent 470 m/490 m Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner* Accommodation: Álftavatn Hut Room Type: Shared sleeping bag accommodation, Mountain Hut – Sleeping bag required.

We leave the magic landscapes of Goðalönd – and start climbing up the hills to the pass of Fimmvörðuháls, walking along the Kattarhryggir ridges up to Morinsheiði heath. At the end of the Morinsheiði plateu we enjoy the view of the lava stream that flowed down from the Fimmvörðuháls volcano in spring of 2010. Then, to the two craters Magni and Móði that erupted prior to the main Eyjafjallajökull crater. We cross the brand-new lava at the foot of the magnificent red craters. After crossing safely, we get a view to the lava and craters. From there, the path takes us over a desolate heath. We come to the Skógaá River exploring its many hidden gorges, and waterfalls all the way to the famous Skógafoss waterfall. Arriving at Skógar we settle in our cozy hotel Skógar where you will relax in the hot tub. Distance: 25 km (15 m), Walking time: 8 – 10 hrs., Ascent/Descent 900 m/1000 m Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Accommodation: Hotel Skógar