Accommodations for all travelers. Adventures for all seasons. Discover a mystical wilderness in the heart of Iceland's Highlands.
For all travelers
Accommodations
Our remote hospitality outpost is your cozy staging ground for discovering Kerlingarfjöll.
Two seasons
When are you visiting?
Kerlingarfjöll changes with the seasons. We offer different types of accommodations and activities depending on when you visit.
Kerlingarfjöll in summer
June 15 - September 30
Endless light, colorful vegetation. Kerlingarfjöll comes alive during the brief highland summer.
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Kerlingarfjöll in winter
October 1 - June 14
Experience snow-covered mountainscapes, hypnotic hot springs, and star-filled nights.
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For all seasons
Adventures
Kerlingarfjöll is the ultimate year-round paradise for adventure-seekers. From hiking and mountain biking to backcountry skiing and snowmobiling, there are thrills for everyone.
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March 14-16
Cross-country skiing weekend
A unique opportunity for skiing enthusiasts to explore the landscapes of Kerlingarfjöll mountains.
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Bistro Comfort Food
Highland Base restaurant
Hearty cooking. Alpine-style seating. Amazing views. Our restaurant will keep you cozy and fueled up for wherever your journey takes you.
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Highland Base Lodges
Private residences designed for supreme comfort. The ultimate in Highland Base accommodations.
Highland Base Restaurant
80-seat restaurant with bistro comfort food, buffet dining, and a lounge.
Highland Baths
Hotel - Aldan
Standard twin and family rooms offer coziness and warmth in a rustic atmosphere.
Highland Base Hotel
Deluxe rooms and luxury suites provide elevated comfort for lavish explorers.
Highland Base Hut
Sleeping bag accommodations for groups of up to 15 with kitchen and toilets. Summer only.
Highland Base Huts
A-frame huts with sleeping bag accommodations. Summer only.
Highland Base Campsite
A spacious riverside campground. Summer only.
Campsite Service House
Shared facilities—kitchen, toilets , and showers—for campsite and huts. Summer only.
Accessibility
Getting here
In the summer, Highland Base is accessible by car or private transfer. During the winter, we can only be reached via 4x4 super jeep driven by a professional.
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