Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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What do you pack for 6 days of hiking through Iceland’s raw, unpredictable wilderness? From lava fields to glaciers, river crossings to wind-blasted ridgelines, I hiked the legendary Laugavegur + Fimmvörðuháls Trail hut-to-hut — and this is everything I brought.

In this video, I break down exactly what I packed, what I used, what I wish I left behind, and how I prepared for Iceland’s famously wild weather — without carrying a tent or stove.

Whether you're planning your own trek or just curious about how to survive 6 days in Iceland’s Highlands, this is the ultimate gear list for the Laugavegur Trail.

🧭 Includes:
My complete gear list (clothing, backpack, sleep setup, toiletries, food, tech)
Weather-specific tips for Iceland in August
Tips for hut-to-hut hiking without overpacking

👉 Trails covered:
🟢 Laugavegur Trail – Landmannalaugar to Þórsmörk
🔵 Fimmvörðuháls Trail – Þórsmörk to Skógar (via Baldvinsskáli)

📍 Filmed in August 2025
🎒 6-day hut-to-hut hike | ~80km | No guide, self-supported

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