Silent Hiking & Camping at Iceland's Active Volcano

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► ABOUT THIS HIKE
In July 2023 I spent 5 days hiking over 110km on the Reykjanes Peninsula in Iceland. The southern most peninsula of Iceland is right below Reykjavik and is currently volcanically the most active area of Iceland. I started at the lake Kleifarvatn at the Seltún geothermal area. I climbed over the mountains to Djúpavatn lake via Arnavatn lake. I explored Sogin and Grænadyngja and Trolladyngja, young volanic fissures with geothermal sites and beautiful vibrant colors. I then descended down towards the old lava fields near the Kellir crater towards the 2023 Litli-Hrutur Volcano eruption site. I camped at a safe distance that night as I watched the volcano shoot out lava. I visited the lava flow up close and neighboring volcanic peak of Litli-Hrutur.
The next day I followed the beautiful scenic route south through the Geldingadalir Valley around the Fagradalsfjall Volcano that erupted in 2022 and 2021. I got back to Kleifarvatn lake via the old Ogmundarhraun lava fields dating back to 1151AD. I hiked to the other side of the lake where I spent the night on the beach. The next day I hiked over the eastern ridge of the lake and got a ride to the small town of Grindavík in the afternoon. I explored the southwestern tip of the peninsula where I visited the old craters of Stampar and camped between the sand dunes of Sandvík beach. Lastly I the colorful Gunnuhver hot spring and famous Blue Lagoon. The Blue Lagoon is fed by hot water from the Svartsengi geothermal power plant that also supplies all of the communities of the Reykjanes Area with hot water for house heating and other purpose.
For more information about the sites, check out visitreykjanes.is/.
This is an ambient film without dialog.
► TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Aerial Intro
1:31 Day 1 - Seltún, Grænadyngja and Trolladyngja
3:45 The volcano
7:29 Walking to the lava flow
9:54 Day 2 - Fagradalsfjall volcano, Grindavík
12:55 Kleifarvatn lake
14:17 Day 3
17:06 Sandvík beach
18:54 Day 4 - Gunnuhver Hot Springs
20:21 The Blue Lagoon
20:50 Outro with photos
#hiking #solocamping #iceland #reykjanes #volcano #LitliHrútur

[@michaelwood3477]

To set up camp beside an active volcano had to be a most unbelievable experience. I have never seen this portion of Iceland. It is magnificent and otherworldly. Another brilliant film my friend! You bring it like few others are able and I am grateful. ❤

[@HarmenHoek]

Oh yes, you betcha! The must have been the most raw display of nature I've ever experienced. There's something so humbling in seeing a volcano erupt, especially if you consider the thing is almost 100m in diameter (still considered a mini volcano)! Thanks for the nice words, glad you liked it!

[@michaelwood3477]

@@HarmenHoek beautiful response. You are so in touch with life. Thanks again Harmen

[@kathw-fg1sr]

Another beautiful film. Thank you for sharing.

[@sudhan_gee]

You’re the best Harmen 👍 Thank you for creating such a serene video, it’s like watching someone’s dream 😍🔥

[@winheiMR]

Hallo, welche Drohne benutzt du bei deinen Flugaufnahmen? Tolle Videos mit viel Ruhe und Harmonie, ohne dauerndes Geschwafel und lauter Musik, dafür viele schöne Originaltöne die wunderschön sind .

[@Sparker408]

Possibly one of the most beautiful videos I’ve ever seen. The music score, the landscapes and cinematography, just breathtaking. Please never stop what you’re doing.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks a lot! Much more to come!

[@earthflash]

Your exquisite photography is the finest in the world. You are extremely gifted. Thank you.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you too

[@johnogden6668]

True insanity that you don't have more subscribers- the cinematography and sound design in your videos is so absurdly good. Keep it up

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks a ton! =)

[@Vinemaple41]

Harmen, your films always deliver a well-balanced combination of the intensity, power, raw beauty of nature and the feelings of calm, serenity and peace only to be found through encounters with nature. The hiking locations you choose, the filming angles, the drone shots, the soundtrack, and how you magically blend them together into these breathtaking footages one after another. You have truly taken the hiking films genre to another level, the quality of your content is just unparalleled! I'm so grateful and blessed to have found your channel and to be taken along on these incredible journeys with you. you are a huge inspiration to someone like me who have yet had the chance to set feet in these stunning landscapes, I can't express my appreciation for you and your work enough. Thank you so much! 🙏❤❤

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you for your kind words! I love making these films and am glad you like them!

[@Sae1962]

This is the best and most sophisticated trekking video I have seen so far... Congratulations!👏

[@ihackstv]

This is a piece of volcanic art. Please never stop making these videos, your hikes are alway incredible to watch. As someone who has lived in the city all my life, I never get to be in naturescapes like this, and I truly felt dreamy seeing these videos and beauty of the earth. Thanks Harmen!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks, will do!

[@morakanemorakane9830]

Not many people allow nature to tell its own story….you are a phenomenal storyteller who uses no words in telling a story. Your work is amazing. 🫡

[@alldialzonme2968]

The amount of variety and framing you achieve solo is crazy. You make those automated drone shots look easy. Not to mention the care and time you put into making a solo production look like it was filmed by a crew of cameramen.

[@jxph7]

sleeping in the open , braving the elements , brilliant film making , with the amazing music ,, such a dream 😎

[@HarmenHoek]

thanks!

[@j946atFIVEFOUR88AA]

You've outdone yourself this time. Truly amazing

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks, appreciate it!

[@laseourable]

Harmen, you choice of music score - is just brilliant. Thank you for inviting us to your journeys. Be safe!!

[@relaxingsilentfilms-LosAngeles]

rewatching this.. deserves more views and minutes.

[@stac]

Sir, you kept evolving your game leaving your competitors in the dust! I'm glad I subbed to you!

[@HarmenHoek]

I appreciate that! (: Thank you, sir!

[@Donny96234]

Thanks for the amazing videos Harmen. I’m living my best life through your videos. I will give everything to do what you do. God bless you and keep you safe🙏🏽

[@CrystalClearConsciousness]

Listen up birds! If you see one of those pesky humans "Attack, Attack!"🐥When hitch-hiking, always remember to pick up your camera 📷before the driver zooms off. Prometheus/Interstellar landscape, good for film makers too!!!🎥Keep up the exceptional and extraordinary Harmen, watching from Sunny Queensland Australia 🌅

[@paulmeyer1628]

Harmen, your great interest in nature, your great choices in hiking venues and your great artistic videography skills are uniquely superior...thanks for exposing us to the beatiful volcanic wonderland of Iceland👌🏻

[@HarmenHoek]

My pleasure! I hope I can keep surprising you all with more unique locations of the beautiful earth

[@limseikliy7969]

Can feel your passion in doing this & love every single angle that we could see from your lens. Such an art without any affectation. Keep it up!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks! Glad to share some of that passion with you all!

[@ross077]

Icelandic landscapes are stunning at all times, but that eruption / sunset scene was just next level! Outstanding production as always Harmen, thanks so much for sharing 👍

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad you enjoyed it! My pleasure

[@aidafarinaismail6080]

This is beautiful, and magnificently therapeutic. Makes everything else, our worries seem so small in comparison, everytime I watch your videos. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

[@HarmenHoek]

You are so welcome!

[@roybooth7904]

A sublime subject and a sublime film. It made me shiver. That westering sun in a sky of brass (6.44) behind the orange splatters of the volcano and its lava, with a faint orange light in your tent in the nearer middleground! If you planned that last detail, it is genius, even if you didn't, it's still there, a perspective of the cosmos, the planet, and the moment of human presence. The epigraphic Psalm passage "The hills melted like wax at the presence of the Lord" finally brings in another presence, the sublime Maker.

[@trix7318]

De mieux en mieux. L’esthétique de l’image et la qualité de la bande-son sont ici poussés à leur paroxysme. Terre brute, lave en fusion, geyser, sources d’eau chaude, estran sauvage, cieux extraordinaires… Nous sommes bien immergés en Islande en compagnie de quelques oiseaux siffleurs tel ce courlis Corlieu au détour d’un chemin. Sublime. **** Better and better. The aesthetics of the image and the quality of the soundtrack are pushed to their climax here. Raw earth, molten lava, geyser, hot springs, wild foreshore, extraordinary skies... We are well immersed in Iceland in the company of a few whistling birds such as this Whimbrel at the bend of a path. Gorgeous.

[@realtymatters]

This is the best nature colors presentation you have done, I like it the most. And the most dangerous terrain and environment appeared to all too. Also your coffee also appeared like a dark volcanic mud swirl. Great creations!!! Looking forward to more of your future adventures. be careful out there!

[@jeanpeuxplus7257]

Every time I see a new video from Harmen, I know I'm in for a moment of escape and beauty. And every time, I'm never disappointed. Simply gorgeous and relaxing. Thank you Harmen 👍😍💯

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad it didn't disappoint =)

[@Jonas-js2eb]

those lava sunset shots are surreal!

[@NoBody-wu7tf]

Like wax indeed, that tinkling sound like wind chimes that lava makes always puts a smile on my face. Such an unassuming sound for something so powerful. Thanks for the calming headspace Harmon, beautifully done

[@joanhuggett5164]

I kind of imagined it would be warm to hot where you were watching and filming, but you had your jumper on so I guess not. There were some very scary sounds in this one and I was glad to be viewing safe at home (Western Australia). I'm grateful to you, Harmen, for all your time and effort in bringing these wonderful films to us. And very happy you are safe now. I resisted the temptation to say awesome, spectacular, epic... but it was :)

[@HarmenHoek]

No, it wasn't too bad actually. Air is a terrible conductor, so it's like a big campfire, if you're 10 meters away you don't feel any heat. Thanks for the compliments!

[@chrislonsberry1974]

What a beautiful film! To camp near a lava cauldron had to be an amazing experience!! The scenery was just gorgeous!

[@mikhailsafronov21]

This is easily one of the most beautiful things I ever seen! The bad part is that after I subscribed I cannot enjoy silent hiking videos of other guys. They all lack smth😂

[@HarmenHoek]

Haha, I'm sorry, but glad to hear you like it!

[@Fellmandave1]

Awesome Harmen, you always show the magic of the place and not the ego, which so many creators (including myself) fail to do.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you for the compliment. If I ever change, please let me know (;

[@idgie920]

I have never realised that seeing a person hiking can be so pleasant! Thank you Harmen and your video brought me back to the memory of my wonderful trip in Iceland last year. However, I wonder how you made your tripod stand so well since Iceland is super super windy!! 😂🤣

[@jasreenbanwait8353]

My daughter said , mum it’s like filming everything next to the death. You are a brave man n incredible skills

[@harrywilson6250]

I am addicted to your channel. Your filmography is outstanding! Another great video. Thank you Harmen for taking us on your travels. Keep up the adventures.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks, glad you like them (:

[@charliepmaxwell]

You've taken us there and we thank you for that. Don't stop doing what you're doing.

[@sulaimanA]

wonderful . Your work continues to inspire me. Thanks for putting in all of the hard work and effort to always capture these amazing moments on your trips , thank you for sharing the beauty of Iceland with us. Enjoyed every single frame, background music and tansition in this It's unbelievably breathtaking and se elegantly crafted. Thank you so much for sharing the wonders with us 😍👌

[@HarmenHoek]

My pleasure!

[@ik-rv9zf]

Yout videos are so inspirational. I love the color, ambience, sound, music, just everything about your videos. Hope I can join your tour one day.

[@HarmenHoek]

Appreciate it!

[@RedfernDE]

Harmen, This experience you shared was like watching you camp on another planet! I'm just stunned at the quality and creativeness of this production.

[@kergroix5881]

Sublime ! Magnifiques et en même temps assez sinistres paysages. Vos photos comme toujours sont superbes, tant les paysages que les détails. Les images des volcans en ebullition sont exceptionelles. Merci pour toutes ces videos de vos randonnées, personne ne vous arrive à la cheville !

[@timsytanker]

Once again you have created a visual masterpiece with stunning colours!

[@HarmenHoek]

Many thanks!

[@iham1313]

someone must have cooked spicy food - my eyes are somehow wet ;) awesome images and views! thank you so much, harmen ❤

[@HarmenHoek]

😋 My pleasure!

[@awakkhinisland180]

Wow, it must be incredible to camp next to a volcano. The sound must be impressive also. Thanks again for your video.

[@HarmenHoek]

Yeah, definitely one of the coolest camp sites ever. The sounds of the volcano at night are surreal

[@sharoncameron281]

I love it when your new videos come out, they’re so peaceful and relaxing I know I’m in for a good nights sleep after watching it. As someone with chronic insomnia, that is one of the highest compliments I can give you.

[@NMAH24]

I will comment on it again, I like your videos before watching them!!! 😊🙂🙂 You captured one of the best volcano shots!!! Its fantastic!!! loved it!🤩

[@khavaskhan]

We will be waiting for more videos🥰🥰🥰

[@HarmenHoek]

More to come for sure!

[@claudiamanta1943]

This is so beautiful that it turned into poetry 😌 Thank you very much for sharing.

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad you like it, thanks!

[@Thomaslcpk]

Can’t wait for the wall art! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@HarmenHoek]

Will put that up on Monday!

[@desertx]

Harmen the videos you make are just sublime. Every time I know I'm in for some complete relaxation and beautiful cinematography. It must suck to carry all the gear constantly but the results are just outstanding. Thank you for all your effort!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks! I love making these films, so for me worth the suffering (;

[@TessLowe]

One does not simply walk into Mordor… unless one is Harmen Hoek.

[@Brokenbutt1]

The Gentiles looking to know the Magnificent Creator and Ruler of all,and thus,let the earth ,(and its inhabitants.) rejoice. (Ps. 97:1 ) Well done Harmen, well done. Thank you..

[@HarmenHoek]

You're welcome!

[@lupealonzo5594]

WOW!!!

[@HarmenHoek]

🙏🏽

[@Leshotgun]

Truly an inspiration.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks.

[@SvenKortmann]

Parts of the video look like from another planet. This is exactly how I imagine Mars, Venus, the moon Europa and many other places in our solar system. Incredibly well filmed, the volcanoes, the topdown views, just Waoh. Have saved the video to watch later since appearing because I wanted to watch on a quiet morning in a relaxed atmosphere. Today is that day and it was very worthwhile. Thank you so much for your indescribable work. 🤯 = describes this video perfectly for me.

[@actiongami8321]

The best and smoothing 21.47 minutes spend today....... Just loved the video

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks (:

[@user-hi2hl6om8h]

덕분에 우리집 안방에서 아이슬란드 풍경을 감상하고 있습니다. 신비롭습니다. 이국적인 이름다운 풍경에 텔레비젼 모니터에 있는 풍경 사진을 찍었습니다. 훌륭합니다. 또 기다립니다. Thank you! I love yuor treavel story.

[@stewartjarvis3384]

Wow,what a landscape. That shot of the volcano and sun was incredable. Another superb prodution Harmen. Loved it.

[@PedrerosMountain67]

Absolutely wonderful film and photo.

[@sharondavis8003]

Hats off to you , Harmen for picking the best & most unique campsites. Beside an active volcano 😮❤ Was absolutely breathtakingly beautiful. Are you sure that was planet earth because the silence & stillness is what I love. Petrified of birds so I guess I could never visit. Super job on this as well as all your videos. 🙋🏼‍♀️👍🏻🇺🇸

[@HarmenHoek]

It felt like Mordor for sure. Stay away from the lake, and you'll be fine (;. Thanks for the comment!

[@kertjamesetienne4939]

Magnifiques cadrages des volcans on a l'impression d'y être encore une superbe vidéo ❤👍merci

[@Anonymous0.019]

I'm glad your channel is growing, you make some of the best hiking videos I've seen on KZbin.

[@manuelosdoba2177]

Thank you for creating this wonderful video. It is perfect to relax during the weekend.

[@TheHappyWalker]

It's magical on screen, so imagine being there... Thanks again for sharing !

[@user-pr5sz1ty3t]

Incredibly cool movie! Thank you so much for the amazing views and art work!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks a lot!

[@agreatday9566]

I love lava. It has been one of my life goals to hike to an active volcano and see lava. This is my favorite video of yours so far. Just all the feels. Very nice! Would love to be able to purchase this video!

[@CanadianSledDog]

Beautiful volcano shots, I'm surprised that tent made it through the night in those rocks 😂

[@pimbouwens9049]

I am impressed!! the landscape of Iceland is spectacular and your films are the most beautiful i have ever seen. God bless you Harmen! again a big thank you!!!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you! You too!

[@giorgossifnos1]

I think that Iceland is another planet :) Thanks for the great video :)

[@connyconny9026]

One of the most Amazing journey I have done. I hope you have enjoyed the unique experience of the natural hot spring all around the island best in late winter or autumn too. Thank for sharing 🎉❤❤❤

[@imagejon]

Very, very good. Thank you for making and sharing this.

[@PithyGamingClips]

Extremely captivating footage. Completely captured my attention & imagination throughout the whole video. Magnifique!!! 👏👏👌👌

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks

[@user-fz5we3qn7z]

Beutiful View ! Thanks^^😊👍

[@chausan12]

한편의 IMAX 영화를 보는것 같았습니다. 지구는 살아 있고 Harmen Hoek님의 영상은 무한한 내면의 평화를 주는것 같습니다. 언제나 건강하시길 바랍니다.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you!!

[@R-Dub_]

Your videos are next level, I'm captivated by them, thank you for effort this clearly takes you

[@danitavares2392]

Thanks so much for sharing your passion with us! God bless you always 🤗

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you! You too!

[@user-bs5mv4fb6x]

Thank you again for bringing your artistic eye to one of Earth’s fantastic places and sharing it!

[@eddieintheoutdoors]

Yeah this is pretty amazing

[@HarmenHoek]

glad you think so

[@ChehRus]

Awesome shots!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks a lot!

[@Robert-rn9jl]

You choose a good good camera. This camera are similar like the expensive who make a Film. I have to say that all videos you make are really the best. 🎉

[@markrmonteith]

Fantastic as always Harmen; the drone shots, the soundtrack beautiful

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad you think so!

[@miklosracz0220]

Fantastic journey. Professional video. Congrats.

[@b.toller2290]

Beste Harmen, wat een fantastische video. Wij hebben elkaar kort ontmoet tijdens het lopen van de Laugavegur Trail (4 weken geleden - Ben en Bram) en ik heb vol spanning gewacht op deze video. Je hebt een bijzonder talent, heel mooi om te zien.

[@HarmenHoek]

He Ben en Bram! Ja, dat kan ik me nog herinneren! Hoop dat jullie een goede tocht nog hebben gehad die dagen, zonder al teveel regen (mijn laatste dag had een paar buitjes). Bedankt voor de complimenten. De video van Laugavegur komt later dit jaar nog!

[@Sheety33]

LOVED the drone hiking shots in this one! Fascinating scenery - and volcano! Did I see some GoPro footage ;) ? The sound design is just brilliant my friend. And the dynamic range of the drone shots 😮😮 👏

[@ellenderee350]

What a great video, fantastic to be so close to the forces of mother Earth.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks!

[@DanOpdal]

Thank you for sharing your adventure! Thank you for taking us along. Your videos are incredible. Cheers!

[@OleOlson]

This is a beautifully made video. No chatter, just great scenery, relaxing music, and well paced content. I had my tent in Iceland a few weeks ago, but the volcano was already dead, so skipped the long hike out (and didn't know one could camp)

[@user-ps1lv8yv9t]

So this spectacular marvel of nature is no longer there?

[@danieledwards3318]

What a wonderful film. So good. A pleasure to watch the whole way through.

[@mattiha9670]

Just unbelievable, like every video of you. Just aweseome! Thanks for the content!

[@jonorrileo]

Awesome footage showing the wonders of my country. Thanks.😊

[@0Rjoseph]

Amazing content as always! I always love watching what you produce. It takes me away to a place where I feel secure and safe.

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad you like them!

[@stanraatz6738]

Another stunning piece of cinematography! Thanks.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you too!

[@ektor9623]

Awesome bro! very very very incredible! keep doing this videos for us!

[@rosariomarques1]

Earth, Water, Wind and Fire ... Mother Earth at her best ❤ Thank you for sharing these beautiful images !

[@BlueUmbrella5584]

Another special artistic video made by Harmen!👏 I wish us many more🙏😀 Thank you Harmen, your work just surpasses everyone else's and is simply a treat👍

[@FoolOnAdventure]

Amazing video. Iceland is truly remarkable. I wonder if you camped at the volcano on the same night that I was camping there!? It was such a unique and amazing experience to spend the whole night at the volcano.

[@srm5436]

Really mesmerizing video style... Keep up the great work

[@rickevans831]

Absolutely fabulous video ❤

[@arcteryx4650]

A masterpiece ! Remembering my time in Iceland.

[@brother_azzedine]

Want to say thank you so much to share this beautiful moments.. Iceland is a place that dream to put my feet in 🤝🏻

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@brother_azzedine]

@@HarmenHoek absolutely... I enjoed all your adventures but Iceland have a special place in my heart

[@Geemeel1]

Wow.. what a documentary, wish the vid was longer please... 👏🏽

[@Okrim9]

Wow absolute amazing movie. Great Cinemathographic , ❤❤❤ best Music

[@rasberryhedge]

Thank you SO much for another incredible film! It filled me with awe and reverence. It is deeply nourishing to my soul. Really, words are inadequate to express my appreciation for this gift!