Þórsmörk Super Jeep | Day Tour | Midgard | FROM REYKJAVÍK

by Midgard Adventure · Super jeeps · Reykjavík

  • Fine on your own

from €351.11 per person

Next departure: Tue 27 Oct

  • Duration

    11 hours

  • Difficulty

    Very easy

  • Season

    May – Sep

  • Starts in

    Hvolsvöllur

  • Pickup

    Meet at the start point

  • Starts at

    Reykjavik Bus stop #1 at City Hall

    Bus stop #1 - Ráðhúsið - City Hall, Reykjavik

  • Guide

    Guided in English, Icelandic

  • Departs

    07:00, 08:00

  • Minimum age

    5

  • Cancellation

    Cancelling costs 10% of the price within 999 days of departure.

About this experience

SUPER JEEP TOUR TO THORMSORK - FROM REYKJAVÍK

**This tour opens again on September 8th.**

This tour is currently offered during the fall through spring seasons. We offer pick-up and drop-off for our private tours. Please contact us directly at Adventure@Midgard.is for any questions or assistance with custom travel planning. We are also a full-service travel agency and are here to help make your Icelandic trip a truly unforgettable experience. 


Þórsmörk (Thorsmork) Nature Reserve, or the “Valley of Thor,” takes its name from Thor, the Norse god of thunder. It is celebrated as one of Iceland’s most breathtaking regions, offering striking views, secluded waterfalls, dramatic gorges and lush birch woodlands.

For locals, Þórsmörk is a cherished retreat—a place to hike, connect with nature, and experience the land’s unique energy nestled between three glaciers. This tour is perfect for adventurers looking to explore off the beaten path and see Þórsmörk through the eyes of those who call it home.

At Midgard, we champion slow travel, encouraging you to savor every moment rather than rushing for a quick photo. Thanks to our super jeeps, Þórsmörk is accessible year-round, showcasing the distinct beauty of each season. With our skilled team, you’ll navigate unbridged glacial rivers and uncover hidden treasures, ensuring a safe and unforgettable adventure.

Every journey is tailored to the day’s weather and road conditions, making each tour a one-of-a-kind experience. Our knowledgeable guides share their favorite spots, captivating stories, and insights into Icelandic culture, legends, and folklore. Possible highlights include:

Highlights on Þórsmörk Super Jeep Day Tour may include:
  • Nauthúsagil Ravine: A unique canyon adventure.
  • Gígjökull Ice Cap: Site of the famed 2010 Eyjafjallajökull eruption.
  • Stakkholtsgjá Canyon: A mystical spot featured in Game of Thrones.
  • Valahnúkur Summit: Panoramic views across Þórsmörk Valley.
  • Glacier Views: Stunning scenes of Mýrdalsjökull, Tindfjallajökull, and Eyjafjallajökull.
  • River Crossings: Thrilling Super Jeep rides through Hvanná, Stakkholtsgjá, and Krossá.
  • Wildlife Spotting: Possible opportunity to see Arctic foxes in their natural environment.
  • Deep Nature Connection: Discover Iceland’s untouched highlands on paths less traveled.
  • Local Insights: Authentic stories and hidden spots shared by experienced guides.

Additional information about Þórsmörk Super Jeep Day Tour

Physical Difficulty: 2 of 5.

We rate it 2 out of 5, as you’ll be outdoors all day, but the tour is flexible to match your physical level. We offer short hikes tailored to the group’s preferences, with the option for you to relax and enjoy the surroundings if you choose not to hike. Our super jeeps have steps for easy access, and our guides are always ready to assist.

Departure/Return location: Bus Stop #1 City Hall, Reykjavík

Departure time: The departure time depends on the season, please see booking widget. We ask our guests to show up no later than 15 minutes before departure. 

Season: All year.

Duration:  10-12 hours

Minimum age: 5 years

Lunchboxes: When booking you can add a lunchbox from Midgard Restaurant. Click here to read more about our lunchboxes. 

Wear: Comfortable clothing, hiking shoes and warm clothes according to this area's weather forecast. 



Description from the operator, Midgard Adventure. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Cancellation for this tour

Cancelling costs 10% of the price within 999 days of departure. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.

If the weather cancels this tour

Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is closed roads — the Road Administration shuts the mountain roads before the operator has to decide anything. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.

  1. 1Midgard Adventure decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
  2. 2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
  3. 3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.

What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until the cutoff shown above, the operator's policy after that.

Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →

Why this one and not the cheaper one?

The nearest cheaper Landmannalaugar Highlands 4x4 Minibus Tour with Hot Spring Bath from Magic Iceland Travel is €198 — €153 less. Here is every difference we can actually measure.

Midgard Adventure · €351Magic Iceland Travel · €198
How long it runs11 hours13 hours
Getting thereYou make your own wayPicks you up
Changing your mindNot statedFree until 24 h before
How hard it isVery easyModerate

On everything we can measure, the Magic Iceland Travel tour is the better buy. The €153 is not buying anything we can point to, so unless you want this operator in particular, take the cheaper one.

Who this is not for

  • Children under 5 cannot join this one.
  • Not a good fit if you want a relaxed day: 11 hours is a long time on the road, most of it spent getting there and back.

Read off the operator's own conditions. If none of it applies to you, this is a good one.

Why we list it

Midgard Adventure is one of 207 operators we work with — chosen for reliability, honest descriptions and how they treat guests when weather changes plans. We don't list everything; we list what we'd book ourselves. The six checks every operator passes →

What travellers say about Midgard Adventure

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Operator rating 4.9/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.

  • carly cooper

    ★★★★★ · 3 months ago

    What a fabulous adventure! Our tour group and tour guide were fantastic. We were so ecstatic to have such an active group of people on our tour allowing us to do multiple hikes and excursions. Our tour guide Alessandro was absolutely incredible! So knowledgeable & friendly. My husband and I loved chatting with him and learning about his personal background and time in Iceland. I would definitely recommend this excursion it was one of our top 2 highlights of our 9 day trip around the ring road!

  • Beth Poe

    ★★★★★ · 3 months ago

    Our day in Þórsmörk with Ragnar ended up being one of those travel experiences we’ll be talking about long after we get home. Ragnar was hilarious from the start—full of stories about Icelandic life, culture, and folklore that had our whole group rolling with laughter. But beyond being entertaining, he has an obvious passion for both his country and the work he does. You can tell he genuinely loves sharing this place with people. Because it was a private tour, he really paid attention to who we were and what we enjoyed. He quickly realized our group was up for a little adventure and customized the day to match our energy level, taking us to incredible hikes, stunning viewpoints, and hidden spots we never would have found on our own. Along the way, he taught us about the geology and history of the area in a way that was engaging and easy to understand. And then there were the Icelandic hot dogs. What could have been a quick lunch stop became a memorable part of the day, complete with Ragnar’s enthusiastic tutorial on the proper way to stack the condiments. We may never eat a hot dog the same way again. We had some amazing experiences in Iceland, but this one felt especially personal. Ragnar didn’t just guide us through Þórsmörk—he made us feel like we were experiencing like a local. We’re so grateful for the memories and would recommend him & Midgard Adventure in a heartbeat.

  • Robin Merlino

    ★★★★★ · a month ago

    We had a Fantastic private super jeep tour on our first day in iceland. The trip was beautiful and our guide Markus was great. The scenery is constantly changing as the river changes course depending on the amount of water incoming down from the glaciers. The jeep was comfy despite the rocky terrain and the many river crossings.we had a blast and would highly recommend this tour.

  • Coco Sheng

    ★★★★★ · 3 months ago

    The Þórsmörk Super Jeep hiking tour with Midgard totally exceeded our expectations! A massive shoutout to Carlos Gabriel, who is truly one of the best guides I’ve ever encountered. Not only is he an incredibly skilled driver—making the rugged terrain and river crossings feel completely safe and exciting—but he is also a wealth of knowledge. He kept us engaged the entire time, explaining the fascinating local plants, rocks, and geology along the way. The hike itself was incredibly fun and diverse, taking us through a stunning variety of landscapes. The final payoff at the top was breathtaking, offering a magnificent view of the snow-capped mountains and the massive valley below. If you are looking for an unforgettable adventure in Iceland, I cannot recommend Midgard and Carlos enough!

Reviews from Google · updated 23 Oct 2026

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Reviews arrive the day after each trip — none yet for this one. After your tour we send one email asking how it was, and what you write goes here, unedited.

Super jeeps — questions people ask

What is a super jeep?

A four-wheel-drive truck or van rebuilt for Iceland: raised suspension, huge low-pressure tyres and a snorkel, so it can cross rivers, drive on snow and climb glacier tracks that stop a rental car. Groups are small, usually eight to sixteen people. Super jeeps are how you reach Landmannalaugar in the highlands, ice caves under Mýrdalsjökull and dark northern-lights spots off the main roads. They are pricier than a coach, and rougher.

Is a super jeep northern lights tour better than a bus?

Slightly, for two reasons. A super jeep can leave the tarmac and find darker, more sheltered spots, and with ten people rather than fifty you spend less time waiting at stops. Arctic Adventures' Northern Lights Explorer (/experience/209/) and Northern Lights by 4x4 (/experience/1088067/) are the standard options. The sky is the same either way; a jeep does not make clouds part. If budget matters, a small-group minibus gets you most of the benefit.

When can you take a super jeep to Landmannalaugar?

Late June to September, once the highland roads open. The Landmannalaugar Safari (/experience/341/) is a twelve-hour day from Reykjavík with river crossings, a short hike and a soak in the natural hot river. The rest of the year the road is closed to everything except specially licensed winter expeditions. The dates the F-roads open vary each year with the snow, so if you are booking for June, expect a possible reschedule.

Is a super jeep tour comfortable?

Comfortable enough on the tarmac, bumpy on the rough stuff. That is the point. Expect to be thrown about on lava tracks and river beds, and to sit in a bench seat for several hours. People prone to motion sickness should sit in front and take a tablet. The trade-off is access: you see places coaches cannot go, with a driver-guide who talks to you rather than over a microphone.

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