Off Road Driving Experience · Akureyri

Off Road Driving Experience · Akureyri

2 offers 280.95€ – 540.95€ Verified March 2026
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How to choose

Both tours run through Star Travel and depart from Akureyri, but the gap between 280.95 € and 540.95 € reflects a real difference in intensity and terrain. The Lake Mývatn jeep tour covers 8h on volcanic landscapes accessible to everyone, no prior fitness required. The Kerlingarfjöll highland tour runs 12h, pushes into remote geothermal highland territory and adds a hike, hence the "Occasionally sporty" rating. If you want raw highland exposure and a full-day physical commitment, the 540.95 € option earns its price. For a first off-road experience or a mixed-ability group, the Mývatn route is the sharper entry point.

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Best value Jeep Tour to Lake Mývatn from Akureyri

Jeep Tour to Lake Mývatn from Akureyri

280.95€ See offer
Highland Jeep Tour and Hike in Kerlingarfjöll from Akureyri

Highland Jeep Tour and Hike in Kerlingarfjöll from Akureyri

540.95€ See offer

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Best initiation

Jeep Tour to Lake Mývatn from Akureyri

At 280.95 € for 8h with a "Everybody welcome" physical level, the Lake Mývatn jeep tour is the sharpest entry point into Icelandic off-road driving.

280.95 €See offer

Maximum intensity

Highland Jeep Tour and Hike in Kerlingarfjöll from Akureyri

12h in the Kerlingarfjöll highlands combining 4x4 driving and a geothermal hike justifies the 540.95 € price for anyone chasing a full-day physical push.

540.95 €See offer

Frequently asked questions

Which tour covers the most extreme terrain?
The Kerlingarfjöll highland tour pushes deepest into Iceland's interior, combining 4x4 off-road driving with a hike through geothermal mountain terrain. That combination makes it the more demanding and intense of the two options.
Do I need off-road driving experience to join?
No. Both tours are guided, meaning a professional driver handles the vehicle. The Lake Mývatn tour is open to everyone. The Kerlingarfjöll tour requires occasional physical effort during the hiking section, but no driving skills.
What is the most intense moment on these tours?
On the Kerlingarfjöll tour, the hike through active geothermal zones, with steam vents, boiling mud pools and rugged highland ridges, is the peak intensity moment. On the Mývatn tour, traversing volcanic lava fields in a jeep delivers the strongest off-road sensation.
How long is each tour, and is there time to stop?
The Mývatn jeep tour runs 8h. The Kerlingarfjöll tour runs 12h. Both include stops for exploration, with the longer format allowing more time on foot in the highlands.
Are the tours available year-round?
No season dates are specified for either tour, but Iceland's highland roads, including those leading to Kerlingarfjöll, are typically only accessible in summer months. Contact Star Travel directly to confirm availability for your travel dates.

Practical info

Season

All year

Equipment

Wear layered, windproof clothing regardless of season, Akureyri and the Icelandic highlands can shift from sun to cold wind within the same hour. The 12h Kerlingarfjöll tour requires solid walking shoes with ankle support for the hiking section, while sturdy trainers are sufficient for the 8h Mývatn route.

Getting there

Both tours offer pick-up from listed locations in Akureyri, with the Mývatn tour meeting at Hotel KEA (Hafnarstræti 87-89) and the Kerlingarfjöll tour meeting at Hof (Strandgata 12), specify your pick-up point when booking.

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Updated on 3 March 2026