Day 3 - Álftavatn to Hvanngil

This day comprised only 5km on the Laugavegur trail between the two huts at Álftavatn and Hvanngil. The majority of trekkers coming in either direction seem to set up camp at Álftavatn, so we were one of only a handful of tents pitched at Hvanngil. From Hvanngil, we hiked a 6km loop to the top of Hvanngilhauser. Our fiews from atop the Hvanngilhauser Ridge were out of this world! Views of glaciers Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull from one side of the ridge and the lush dale leading to the Hvanngil huts from the other side. A much recommended side trip for anyone trying to escape the Laugavagur crowds! We were completely alone for the entire afternoon of hiking amongst some of the best scenery of our 10 days in the area.