# Buggy X-treme Iceland > Buggy X-treme (buggyxtreme.is) is a family-owned private buggy tour operator based in Hella, South Iceland. The company offers off-road adventures through Iceland's most dramatic landscapes — black sand beaches, volcanic highlands, Þórsmörk, and Landmannalaugar — using Polaris RZR XP 1000 buggies guided by local Icelandic experts. All tours are private and depart from Fossalda 1, Hella. Buggy X-treme has been rated among Iceland's highest-ranked off-road adventure companies for eight consecutive years. Tours are operated exclusively as private experiences to ensure personal service and flexibility. The vehicles used are Polaris RZR XP 1000 buggies — powerful, open-air, roll-cage-equipped off-road cars that can access terrain beyond the reach of standard rental vehicles. Full protective gear (helmet, overalls, balaclava) is included on all tours. ## Company Information - **Legal name:** Buggy X-treme Iceland - **Domain:** https://buggyxtreme.is - **Address:** Fossalda 1, 850 Hella, Iceland - **Phone:** +354 772-9922 - **Email:** info@buggyxtreme.is - **Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/buggyxtreme/ - **Vehicle fleet:** Polaris RZR XP 1000 buggies - **Tour model:** Private tours only (no shared/group tours) - **Minimum age:** 7 years old - **Driver's licence required:** Yes (to operate a buggy) - **No airport transfers or hotel pickup** — guests must arrange their own transport to Hella ## The Team - **Jónas Fjalar** — Owner and head guide. Raised in the East Fjords; lifelong outdoorsman and experienced vehicle driver. - **Jónas Friðrik** — Web and social media. Jónas Fjalar's maternal cousin. - **Daði Már** — Sales and marketing manager. Brother of Jónas Friðrik; also raised in the East Fjords. ## Tours All tours depart from Fossalda 1, Hella. Booking is available directly on the website (JavaScript required) or via third-party platforms including Viator and Manawa. Cancellations made more than 24 hours in advance receive a full refund. --- ### 1. Private Black Sand Beach Buggy Tour **Duration:** 2 hours **Season:** Year-round (multiple departure times: 09:00, 12:00, 15:00, 20:00) **Indicative price:** From ~€288 per person **Description:** Ride across the iconic black sand beach at Þykkvabæjarfjara on the South Coast. Feel the power of the Atlantic Ocean and explore dramatic coastal landscapes with a personal guide. Family-friendly; max capacity approximately 5 people. **URL:** https://buggyxtreme.is/black-sand-beach-tour --- ### 2. Private Highlands Buggy Adventure **Duration:** 3.5 hours **Season:** Year-round **Indicative price:** From ~€470 per person (children 7–16 approximately €292) **Description:** Drive narrow mountain paths, cross streams and rivers, and explore the raw highlands of South Iceland. Optional Icelandic BBQ tasting available. Max capacity approximately 8 people. **URL:** https://buggyxtreme.is/private-highlands-buggy-adventure --- ### 3. Private Landmannalaugar Buggy Adventure **Duration:** ~7 hours **Season:** Summer/highland season (road access dependent) **Indicative price:** From ~€975 per person **Description:** A full-day private tour into the Landmannalaugar highlands. Explore colourful rhyolite mountains, geothermal hot springs, and rugged highland trails. Includes a complimentary two-course meal and full protective gear. **URL:** https://buggyxtreme.is/private-landmannalaugar-buggy-adventure --- ### 4. Private Northern Lights Buggy Tour **Duration:** 2–4 hours (weather and aurora activity dependent) **Season:** September to March **Description:** Chase the aurora borealis across open South Iceland landscapes in an open-air buggy. Guided by local experts who know the best dark-sky viewing spots. A unique adrenaline-filled way to witness the Northern Lights. **URL:** https://buggyxtreme.is/private-northern-lights-buggy-tour --- ### 5. Private Þórsmörk (Thorsmork) Buggy Adventure **Duration:** Not specified on website (multi-hour) **Season:** Summer/highland season **Description:** Navigate the rugged highland terrain of the Þórsmörk valley with a local Icelandic guide. Optional Icelandic BBQ tasting featuring traditional meats, with full vegetarian and vegan options available. **URL:** https://buggyxtreme.is/private-thorsmork-buggy-adventure --- ## What's Included on All Tours - Polaris RZR XP 1000 buggy (private use) - Protective gear: helmet, overalls, balaclava - Local Icelandic guide - Safety briefing ## Additional Pages - About us: https://buggyxtreme.is/about-us - Gallery: https://buggyxtreme.is/gallery-page - All tours overview: https://buggyxtreme.is/our-tours - Contact: https://buggyxtreme.is/contact