Accommodations for all travelers. Adventures for all seasons. Discover a mystical wilderness in the heart of Iceland's Highlands.

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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Enter another world  

A day in Kerlingarfjöll: Highlands and hot springs 

Explore diverse landscapes and immerse yourself in the untamed highlands, seeing Gullfoss, Geysir, Kerlingarfjöll and Hveradalir in just one day. 

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July 25, 2026

Kerlingarfjöll Ultra

An extraordinary trail running experience in the heart of Iceland's highlands.

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Geothermal bliss

Highland Baths

Whether you’re preparing for a great adventure or recharging after an epic journey, the Highland Baths bring relaxation and rejuvenation in the heart of an extreme environment.

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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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Map of Kerlingarfjöll

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

Relax in geothermal warmth as you enjoy the breathtaking views.

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.

Guided buggy tours

Buckle up for an epic buggy tour as you cruise through the wild beauty of Kerlingarfjöll mountains. 

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Highland stories and journals

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Highland Base

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