Challenging Trail With Stunning Views

The Fimmvörðuháls hiking path spans 30 kilometres from Skógar to Þórsmörk, making it one of Iceland's most popular routes. It presents a demanding yet rewarding journey through diverse landscapes, featuring beautiful views of the South Coast and the Þórsmörk Nature Reserve.

The majority of hikers complete the trail in a single stretch, taking between 8 to 12 hours.

While this trail is highly rewarding, it poses challenges for hikers. Ensure safety by following advice from the staff in the mountain huts and prepare thoroughly for the trek.

The length of Fimmvörðuháls trail from Skogar to Básar is 24.5 km, distance from Básar to Volcano Huts is 6 km.