The Three Peaks Challenge (6 Days)

A superb mountain climbing expedition in the Land of Fire and Ice The breathtaking variety of Icelandic mountain scenery makes this one of the most unusual tours on offer. On the agenda are three different peaks mixed with walks in the magnificent landscape ofLandmannalaugar and around Skaftafell National Park. With each peak, our climbing objectives get more challenging. We start with an easy hike of Mt Hengill (805/2640ft) overlooking Þingvellir National Park. and the lake. The world-famous volcano Hekla is our next objective, where, to reach the peak (1491m/4890 ft) of this highly active volcano, we have to make our way over the gray pumice, rough lava and sometimes snow, before reaching the fissured summit*. In Skaftafell NP right under the great Vatnajökull glacier is the home ofHvannadalshnúkur (2110m/ 6921 ft) Iceland’s highest summit and our ultimate climbing objective!Together with all this excellent climbing and hiking in the 24-hour daylight, an opportunity to bathe in a hot river, some amazing views of landscape and birdlife make this tour an amazing adventure holiday. Hiking: 4 days. Summit climbing: 3 days Walking per day: 4-14 hours Max. height gain: More than 2000m (6500’) Supplement: for 4 to 5 participants.