Solo Hiking the Laugavegur Trail in Iceland

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  • Опубліковано 4 чер 2024
  • 00:00 Intro
    2:21 Landmannalaugar
    7:59 Álftavatn
    9:59 Hvanngil
    12:52 Emstrur
    15:28 Volcano Huts
    16:06 Valahnúkur
    17:39 Thórsmörk
    22:06 Baldvinsskáli
    24:11 Skógafoss
    24:50 Guide

КОМЕНТАРІ • 493

  • @kraigadams
    @kraigadams  Рік тому +23

    New Salomon trail runners - geni.us/ZwtxOOI

    • @sanchir82
      @sanchir82 Рік тому +6

      saw you made some water crossings in those shoes, did they drain well? how long did they take to dry? compared to your old brooks cascadias

    • @Bb97jdiyc479
      @Bb97jdiyc479 Рік тому +2

      What are your thoughts on this shoe? Compared to the Brooks Cascadia 16s

    • @Confileus
      @Confileus Рік тому +3

      @@Bb97jdiyc479 "Working out better than the brooks so far. Quick laces are nice. Dried quickly after crossing rivers. Need a few more hundred miles before I see where they come apart. Expect a review after Switzerland ✌🏻" - That's his words from facebook group.

    • @Bb97jdiyc479
      @Bb97jdiyc479 Рік тому +1

      @@Confileus thanks, Filip!

    • @artst4396
      @artst4396 Рік тому +1

      Почему у тебя нет электрической сушилки для обуви?

  • @curtisgrindahl446
    @curtisgrindahl446 Рік тому +197

    Think about this folks. EVERY scene requires setting up a camera... taking a walk... stopping and returning to pick up the camera, then repeating the walk. OVER and over again, to create this video. Deep respect for the effort taken to provide this experience to all of us. Thank you Kraig.

    • @msthing
      @msthing Рік тому +2

      I've been thinking this too, imagining him coming back every time. This is where a re-homing drone would be handy :D

    • @maplenook
      @maplenook Рік тому

      Why not just carry a camera?

    • @1992AJL
      @1992AJL Рік тому

      Especially for the scene at 9:18 literally in a freezing cold river.

    • @BicheBug1996
      @BicheBug1996 Рік тому +1

      NAHHHH KRAIG HAS GOTTEN SMART HE USES DRONES A LOT FOR HIS SHOTS SO LESS WALKING BAXK AND FORTH TO PICK UP HIS CAMERA DRONES CAN BE SET UP TO HOVER ABOUT 3 FEET OR SOOOO CAPTURING SHOTS YOU WANT

    • @butterfly-4035
      @butterfly-4035 Рік тому

      Tq Adam

  • @johnmca5643
    @johnmca5643 Рік тому +184

    I did this hike July 2021. It's a wonderful hike. I hitchhiked back to Reykjavik at the end. It was a 97 mile hitch. I got a ride the entire way by Donny Dust who starred in season 6 of Alone. He was in Iceland filming a survival series.

    • @kraigadams
      @kraigadams  Рік тому +12

      nice surprise to meet him

    • @Broofjude
      @Broofjude 5 місяців тому

      You think I should plan on hitchhiking in August or schedule a bus ride😬👀

  • @SScott-nr9vl
    @SScott-nr9vl Рік тому +6

    I know you have way too many subscribers and probably get way too many comments to acknowledge mine but I wanted to let you know was a disabled person with cancer I get to live life vicariously through you.
    Maybe you think just people who like to hike and see the world watch you but it's actually people like me who can't.
    I can never say thank you enough for taking me to these beautiful places I can almost smell the air and feel the wind on my face.
    🤜🤛

    • @SScott-nr9vl
      @SScott-nr9vl Рік тому +1

      I don't know if it's something you would ever do but one thing I've always wanted to do and I cannot is hike the White mountains of New Hampshire.
      That's something I would love to see you do.
      The Kancamagus highway is beautiful and there are certainly breathtaking locations in this country.
      Give it some thought and thank you

  • @LeifurHakonarson
    @LeifurHakonarson Рік тому +27

    I've hiked this route about 15 times, the first time in late August 1979. The reason I remember the date is that a fatal accident occurred after we started out hike in the river that you crossed on those two spindly pedestrian bridges - a group of 4x4s had attempted to drive across it a hundred yards or so upstream of the bridge but had been swept away by the current. We got to that hut the evening after and met some people who had been attempting to recover wreckage from the river.

  • @cameron7889
    @cameron7889 Рік тому +46

    I did this last year. Absolutely gorgeous. I thought it was crazy how you literally see zero trees until you get to the end.

  • @mikajonkers217
    @mikajonkers217 Рік тому +42

    Inspired by you to not just sit at home and get out there, I just did a 2 days hike in Norway, hiked Trolltunga, set camp after the first 25km and walked back the next morning. Now convinced to do this stuff more often!

  • @person.X.
    @person.X. Рік тому +10

    The guide section at the end was really interesting. I hike a lot too and I really value information like that from other hikers.

  • @michaelbabin2365
    @michaelbabin2365 Рік тому +13

    Nostalgia... still my favorite place to date. Iceland is amazing.

  • @150F2011
    @150F2011 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for all the beautiful shots and the setups, with all the extra steps

  • @Tbpker22
    @Tbpker22 Рік тому

    Fascinating hike through the unique Iceland scenery - thank you, Kraig.

  • @akfroggie2177
    @akfroggie2177 Рік тому +8

    I did the Laugavegur hike alone back in 1989, from Landmannalaugar to Skogar. Back then, there was almost NO tourism in Iceland, and apart from the huts at Thorsmork, I only met one other hiker on the entire trip. It was an incredible experience, and I'd like to do it again someday, but with all the attention it's getting, it's probably quite different.

  • @mikewanders
    @mikewanders Рік тому

    Good stuff. Always appreciate the effort when so much time is put into a specific shot, specifically the drones, and then only 2-3 seconds of it actually make the final cut.

  • @myvivomyvivo3133
    @myvivomyvivo3133 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for your UA-cam channel for bringing me adventures and journeys. Every time I see these places Feels like I'm searching for something of a journey.

  • @kayelyward8714
    @kayelyward8714 Рік тому

    Beautiful shots! Captivating and haunting. Iceland just has this other worldly look. Beautiful!

  • @g.abiera
    @g.abiera 11 місяців тому +1

    I'll be going here in a couple weeks, just want to say, this has hyped me up so much,
    Thanks Kraig!

  • @naturalflow157
    @naturalflow157 Рік тому +1

    This is exactly what I needed after a long day at stressful work. It is inspirational and motivating to get out of comfort and make something out of the life we were gifted to have. Thank you so much for sharing and wishing you only the best.

  • @marianaramonda1148
    @marianaramonda1148 8 місяців тому

    Me encantan tus videos ❤🤗🥰. La calidad de las imágenes, la música. Hemosos🙌

  • @hoser7706
    @hoser7706 5 місяців тому

    Great footage and detail. Thanks.

  • @sangmee_kim
    @sangmee_kim Рік тому +2

    Thank you for such an amazing video. It's new to me to enjoy the peculiar terrain in Iceland. Wow.

  • @basinvisual
    @basinvisual Рік тому +3

    One of the best you’ve done dude! I went to Iceland in 2018 and it’s remarkable how foreign the terrain is. Can’t wait to go back.

  • @moniquevelasco20
    @moniquevelasco20 Рік тому +1

    Amazing hike and stunning views. Such a beautiful country with such rough landscapes but so beautiful. Loved it. Love and be safe!😘🤗🌼ve

  • @pyatnovaanna5749
    @pyatnovaanna5749 Рік тому

    Thank you for the beautiful and peaceful video! Iceland is so majestic!!

  • @alesgu2985
    @alesgu2985 Рік тому +1

    Dios mío! Que increíbles tomas, realmente me sentí ahí. Visité Iceland hace 4 años, no hice este recorrido pero de inmediato identifiqué los espectaculares paisajes, simplemente asombrosos e imponentes. Mil gracias por el magnífico video ❤

  • @lelandpeck4585
    @lelandpeck4585 Рік тому

    spectacular. So many different landscapes. Thanks so much, Kraig.

  • @JPSoctopus
    @JPSoctopus Рік тому

    It’s amazing to see beautiful drone shots of this trail. Thank you for that.
    I did the trail in 2019 and I am going back to Iceland again in 10 days for this trail. One of my favorites for sure.

  • @mongobaracuda
    @mongobaracuda Рік тому +1

    I haven't had a lot of time recently so now I'm just binge watching your last ~5-6 months of videos and I gotta say I don't think there was ever a channel that made me relax and appreciate nature as much as yours.

  • @vladimirburenko7788
    @vladimirburenko7788 Рік тому

    Fantastic as always! Pure talent, thank you Kraig!

  • @markcummings6856
    @markcummings6856 Рік тому

    Your recaps are priceless .
    Thanks

  • @alexisazria1169
    @alexisazria1169 Рік тому

    Wow, what an incredible place! Thanks for sharing.

  • @Joep00
    @Joep00 Рік тому

    marvelous landscape and scenery. Thanks Kraig. Nice to see that you're still doing the guide at the end of every hike.

    • @addisabunekh7268
      @addisabunekh7268 Рік тому

      Really awesome! I have a question: when you cross the river no water enters the shoes? If the water got into the shoes did your foot not rub . Thank you.

  • @CaryMercer
    @CaryMercer Рік тому

    Surreal landscape. Can't wait to visit Mordor next July. Work of art. Thank you!

  • @daviddesmet9082
    @daviddesmet9082 Рік тому

    Bravo! excellent épisode. Travail remarquable.

  • @rokaxiv
    @rokaxiv Рік тому

    those drone shots are amazing and the white snow up against the brown and green mountains is incredibly beautiful

  • @wengiewong7967
    @wengiewong7967 Рік тому +1

    I paused your video, because I can’t wait to say I love your drone shots. They are so beautiful.

  • @travelmurmur
    @travelmurmur Рік тому

    This hike is on our bucket list 😍 So beautiful. You were SO lucky with the weather!

  • @happy-pn
    @happy-pn Рік тому +1

    thanks, Kraig for the amazing videos, always!

  • @KillerTacos54
    @KillerTacos54 Рік тому +1

    Everything about these videos is just perfect

  • @akshaykumarbade
    @akshaykumarbade Рік тому +2

    These landscapes of Iceland are incomparable. Really beautiful.
    Amazing film Kraig.

  • @anttijaakola8755
    @anttijaakola8755 Рік тому +1

    Respect taking the time with camera. I finished just couple days ago. It was amazing hike!

  • @jaysonilang-ilang3170
    @jaysonilang-ilang3170 Рік тому +18

    Amazing Adam. My partner and I went to Iceland because we where in awe from your first video there. Ended up making a little travel video inspired by your style. Absolutely amazing scenery we would love to go again. Thanks for taking me back.

  • @ERIKNORDLING
    @ERIKNORDLING Рік тому

    I'm going to Iceland this fall with two of my friends. We'll be renting a car and driving around the entire outside rim of the country in 14 days. I can't wait! Your Hornstrandir video is one I always come back to because I love it so much. Thanks for the inspiring content Kraig!

  • @hikesome
    @hikesome Рік тому +12

    Incredible drone Intro Kraig, I am not gonna watch further, as I am gonna do a public viewing event in the garden with your new piece today. Some cold drinks, BBQ, Friends, and a new Kraig Adams Masterpiece. So looking forward to it. Merci man

  • @chapman9230
    @chapman9230 Рік тому

    This is a real great video. I found the end chat explaining the route very useful indeed. Thanks

  • @grannypaula8199
    @grannypaula8199 Рік тому +3

    GORGEOUS! Loving the music.. its 1/2 the reason I tune in! Thank you for taking me places I could never hike due to health issues.. what a BLESSING to be able to follow your hearts desire.. peace

    • @supazt
      @supazt Рік тому

      Yeah honestly I'm out of shape but just find these videos therapeutic 😂

  • @senji70
    @senji70 Рік тому

    amazing !!! places, shots, job... great movie, thanks

  • @AmbientWalking
    @AmbientWalking Рік тому

    Such a pleasant meander. Really love the mood created in this. Thanks! : )

  • @luizsajr
    @luizsajr Рік тому

    Great video, i loved all. Thanks to show more of this beatiful country

  • @gumendiakgaramikelmontanas6643

    Iceland is increible, fantastic landscapes. Good Video.

  • @Bergur.Palsson
    @Bergur.Palsson Рік тому

    Thank you, this is exactly like I experienced my hike, the same way, one year ago. Thanks.

  • @jacobknighton1394
    @jacobknighton1394 Рік тому +5

    I did a 12 mile out-and-back last month starting at Skogafoss. It was one of the best hikes of my life. I counted over 10 waterfalls just in those miles of hiking.

  • @jerrygarcia4390
    @jerrygarcia4390 Рік тому

    Amazing scenery, man. Thank you!

  • @Flynn-dy5zv
    @Flynn-dy5zv Рік тому +4

    At least one trail I did before you ! Did Hellismannaleid and Laugavegur last summer : Rjupnavellir to Thorsmörk, a wonderful hike, but had to cancel continuing with Fimmvörðuháls due to weather condition and stop in Thorsmörk.
    Fimmvörðuháls from Thorsmörk to Skogar can be one of the most dangerous trail in Iceland when conditions are not good like you had, and is surely the one with the most rescuing operations. So for people wanting to do it : always check wheather conditions with the campsite warden in Thorsmork before leaving and don't trust what you see : we were under a very nice sun in Thorsmörk thinking we could do it but learned from the warden that it was only storm at the top and suggesting us not to do it... Avoid also leaving from Skogar without live weather information on the top, there is no warden to ask...
    When I stay in Thorsmörk one more night inside of hiking to Skogar, people hiking the same way did like me and no one left... The day after, we learned from the warden than people who started the day beafore from Skogar (the easy side...) without good advices/informations were stuck in Baldvinsskáli hut with no possibility of leaving, moments of storm and a visibility of less than 50 meters outside... Who knows what could have happened if we didn't ask the warden or follow his advice, and left...
    Hiking trails in Iceland is unique but just need good organisation and the right gear, never underestimate trails in Iceland even in summer (especially Fimmvörðuháls) and remember that you can find the trail is an easy and wonderful hike in good condition but a less lucky guy on the same way 3 days after you with bad conditions will perhaps find the same hike awful and dangerous...
    And thank you for having helped me with your videos to do the last step to start on the trails for more than one day, showing it was possible ;) I made Torres del Paine in March, and am planning hiking in Grand Teton in August !

  • @ThePedalboardOrchestra
    @ThePedalboardOrchestra Рік тому

    A classic Kraig Adams hiking video. Awesome footage and wonderful music which fits perfect for Iceland. 👍👍👋👋
    Iceland is such an amazing island.

  • @derrickheng564
    @derrickheng564 Рік тому

    Beautiful and nicely done (as usual).

  • @zeta2007203945
    @zeta2007203945 Рік тому

    Amazing landscape, very beautiful film scenes! I want to pack my backpack right now.

  • @marthagerds5481
    @marthagerds5481 Рік тому +1

    i did this hike with three friends of mine when i was 15. we loved the landscape which is why we hiked into the night two times and it was amazing - no people, everything is silent and calm and since it doesnt really get dark in summer we had nothing to worry about.

  • @kathfern
    @kathfern Рік тому

    So wonderful!!! Oh and those shoes!

  • @michaelmcdermott6340
    @michaelmcdermott6340 Рік тому +4

    That shot at 16:31 is just gorgeous, reminds me of Wanderer above the Sea of Fog.

  • @vivendo.livremente
    @vivendo.livremente 10 місяців тому

    OMG! Amazing drone shots, man! Great video =]

  • @samuelrivera8046
    @samuelrivera8046 Рік тому +1

    My wife and I visited Iceland this past March and we did the Vatnajökull Glacier and Ice cave hike which has been the most beautiful hike of my life. Absolutely breathtaking. Hoping to go back in the summer and do this amazing hike and possibly head out to the Westfjords. We drove around the country counterclockwise and plan to drive clockwise the next time around.

  • @tahakaveh8591
    @tahakaveh8591 Рік тому

    Your videos are therapy for my soul ❤️

  • @relaxingsilentfilms-LosAngeles

    Drone shots are next level. Well done. Cant wait for Switzerland

  • @raphaeltournafond414
    @raphaeltournafond414 Рік тому

    Literally going there in 5 days and doing the exact same trip, thanks for the little guide.

  • @tawp4415
    @tawp4415 Рік тому

    Hiked this during a study abroad I did in Iceland. Stunning

  • @kraznrg9644
    @kraznrg9644 10 місяців тому

    This trail is on my to-do list and I found your video so informative with beautiful optics. Thank you for making and posting. It's a very professional video and did I say beautiful? Good travels to you.

  • @clarkmadrosen1780
    @clarkmadrosen1780 Рік тому +1

    Excellent video. Have been to Iceland. Beautiful country. Stayed in the Reykjavik area. Felt very safe.
    Hope to get back there again someday. Enjoy Switzerland. 🇨🇭

  • @bezumazuzu8136
    @bezumazuzu8136 Рік тому

    Maravillosas imagenes Adam...!!!me gusta especialmente la combinacion que haces con la musica....felicidades....te sigo...!!!😳😳😳😳👏👏👏👏🙌🤗🙏🙏

  • @JimmyJamesMarquees
    @JimmyJamesMarquees Рік тому

    We just did this hike two weeks ago. Love to see this video again and relive those experiences

  • @natashamaio
    @natashamaio 11 місяців тому

    Your editing is amazing. Congratulations.

  • @KimSebak
    @KimSebak Рік тому

    Amazing hike 🤩 keep up the good work. Subbed and waiting for your next adventure 👌

  • @greglonnon
    @greglonnon Рік тому +1

    We are packing for this hike right now.... Amazing video.

  • @derekskilling8540
    @derekskilling8540 Рік тому

    Another amazing video kraig, a have this trail on my list to do

  • @rodrev_hiking6757
    @rodrev_hiking6757 Рік тому +1

    Did this Hike solo last year . Need good rain gear and good tent . U can’t charge your power banks while on trail . U can charge in thorsmörk tho . Love this hike

  • @terryzhang4695
    @terryzhang4695 Рік тому

    Watching this brought back nice memories - i did the exact same itinerary a few years ago and spent some more days in Landmann and Thorsmork for day hiking

  • @tonynaughton4842
    @tonynaughton4842 Рік тому +1

    At 07:40 you walked through the river, but would have had to do it again to come back for the camera, that’s commitment 👏🏻😂

  • @HikePackers
    @HikePackers Рік тому

    Amazing video, thanks Kraig

  • @EliBaskin
    @EliBaskin Рік тому

    I literally now walking back in Reykjavík, after completing Hellismanaleid and Laugavegur yesterday (110 km combined). Such a coincidence! A big fan of yours.

  • @emansson3876
    @emansson3876 Рік тому +13

    I lived in Iceland for 3 years, left just last month. Made friends for life, had another kid, toured the gorgeous landscapes. Watching this now is giving me the blues, but I know I'll be back. I assume you've been smitten too Kraig, seeing as you came back for more. Much love

    • @juanblanco1267
      @juanblanco1267 Рік тому

      I was there part of a tour group last year. Going back in september to hike this trail. But i know i’ll be back next year to hike it alone like this guy. I just love the nature over there

  • @cb6866
    @cb6866 Рік тому

    Wow....again ! Thank you for sharing !

  • @JamesBernardohk
    @JamesBernardohk Рік тому

    can always rely on Kraig Adams solo hikes to quieten the mind and feel at peace - the perfect way to end the day halfway through quarantine in Hong Kong

  • @Roadtosomethingnew1
    @Roadtosomethingnew1 Рік тому

    Beautiful scenery

  • @SumaOmega
    @SumaOmega Рік тому +1

    Love the video ❤️ keep them coming!

  • @Yuusuke020393
    @Yuusuke020393 Рік тому

    Been waiting for this. I saw you at Skógar lining up to get into the bus. Well done!

  • @kimturner1963
    @kimturner1963 Рік тому

    Incredible, stark, raw nature, shows us how small we are.

  • @joemoore3991
    @joemoore3991 Рік тому +2

    Harden Hoek - “hey Kraig check out this river cr-“
    Kraig Adams - “I’ll show you a river crossing!”
    😀 been enjoying both of your videos lately, cheers for the relaxing views and inspiration.

  • @beschuitfluiter
    @beschuitfluiter Рік тому +1

    Did this exact hike last year. Its awesome

  • @hikewithlucky
    @hikewithlucky Рік тому +8

    I started this youtube channel just by watching your videos Kraig ❤️. I know it's an uphill for a new channel like me but I'll be consistent and make sure to improve myself with every video I make. Thank you Kraig ❤️

    • @Trekker_KD
      @Trekker_KD Рік тому +2

      Same here even i started my youtube journey motivated by kg adams

    • @JonathanLundmark
      @JonathanLundmark Рік тому

      Same here! He's such an inspiration.

    • @hikewithlucky
      @hikewithlucky Рік тому

      @@JonathanLundmark I agree :)

    • @hikewithlucky
      @hikewithlucky Рік тому +1

      @@Trekker_KD good to hear Kedar. Keep grinding.

    • @fahadsfilms
      @fahadsfilms Рік тому +1

      same

  • @sierranevadahikes8538
    @sierranevadahikes8538 Рік тому +1

    Very cool, Kraig. I'm envious of the cool temps there in Iceland as I swelter in Reno. Our recent backpacking trip to Yosemite was almost as scenic as Iceland :)

  • @BananaFingrs
    @BananaFingrs Рік тому +13

    I love scenes like these. Deathstranding was inspired by Iceland, and seeing you hike this is so awesome!

    • @gustavogutierrez9800
      @gustavogutierrez9800 Рік тому +2

      Death Stranding actaully used photogrammetry (i probably spelt that wrong) in Iceland for the game!

    • @billygoat9381
      @billygoat9381 Рік тому

      Wow did not know that. Awesome

  • @Edimilson.
    @Edimilson. Рік тому

    Kraig, my name is Edimilson Lopes, i'm from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you're simply the best, thank you !!!

  • @Carlo_Young
    @Carlo_Young Рік тому

    Kraig always produce amazing hiking videos. Keep it up lad

  • @welshlad6427
    @welshlad6427 Рік тому

    Just stunning 🇮🇸❄️❤️

  • @goyohi0
    @goyohi0 Рік тому

    Nice Thank you for sharing

  • @a-lin3930
    @a-lin3930 Рік тому

    Great video. ❤❤

  • @DaysWellTraveled
    @DaysWellTraveled Рік тому

    What an awesome adventure. Your film making skills are superb!

  • @eatplayeep1366
    @eatplayeep1366 2 місяці тому

    I like the footstep sound. It's like ASMR

  • @maKSimdoingstuff
    @maKSimdoingstuff Рік тому

    crazy how you pack all that stuff in this small backpack. Was nice to see some Iceland shots which brought up some memories from 2017 when I did this hike.

  • @JonathanLundmark
    @JonathanLundmark Рік тому +56

    Another awesome hiking video Kraig and very happy to meet you on the trail a couple of times (22:06 in video).
    You have been an inspiration for my own hiking videos and I will soon upload my version of the same trails where you are actually part of 2 shots yourself :)
    Impressive editing speed by the way seeing as we hiked the trails last week.
    Take care, stay safe in Switzerland and I hope we cross paths again!

    • @RenegadeShepTheSpacer
      @RenegadeShepTheSpacer Рік тому +2

      Nice. I'll look forward to watching that myself once you upload. Small world, and yet it seems so big when we're out there, exploring it.

    • @JonathanLundmark
      @JonathanLundmark Рік тому

      @@RenegadeShepTheSpacer Nice! I just uploaded my version of the Fimmvorduhals and will upload the Laugavagur trail separately. When meeting Kraig on the trail, the world indeed seemed small for a moment!

  • @beritatimun3242
    @beritatimun3242 Рік тому

    the best... omg such beautiful place