Sorla Camp

Experience a luxurious and all-inclusive glamping in South Iceland with Sorla Camp near Hella. With heated Nordic tipis, geothermal baths, an on-site chef, and a camp along a river, Sorla Camp suits couples, families, and small groups who want quiet wilderness without giving up comfort.

Location & Nearby

Sorla Camp sits in the open countryside of South Iceland, beside the Thjorsa River and just over an hour's drive east of Reykjavik. The land is wide and quiet, with sheep and Icelandic horses often grazing nearby. You get real seclusion while staying close to the south's main sights.

The stay is all-inclusive, so meals and drinks can be handled on site. For anything else, the town of Hella is the closest hub, with gas stations, grocery stores, and a few restaurants and cafes. The larger town of Selfoss, with more shops and services, is a short drive to the west.

Several of the south's landmarks are within reach. Hekla Volcano rises to the northeast, about a 40-minute drive up the valley road. Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, with its walk-behind path, is roughly an hour away, and Skogafoss Waterfall follows a little farther along the coast.

The Golden Circle makes an easy day trip, with Gullfoss Waterfall and Geysir Geothermal Area about an hour's drive north. Haifoss Waterfall sits up the Thjorsardalur Valley, and in summer the highland road opens toward Landmannalaugar for hiking and geothermal bathing.

Facilities & Amenities

Sorla Camp has four Nordic tipis, each about 45 square meters (485 square feet). Every tipi holds two Jensen beds that set up as twins or join into one king. Inside you'll find wool duvets, Icelandic lamb skins, woolen rugs, adjustable lighting, and walnut furniture built in Iceland. There is no TV, but high-speed Wi-Fi reaches the whole camp.

The bathrooms sit just outside the tipis in a service house nearby. Each has a walk-in shower and a heated towel rack, plus skincare products, a hair dryer, and a hair straightener. Bathrobes and slip-on shoes are provided for the short walk over, and there's an outdoor shower for a quick rinse.

An on-site chef prepares breakfast and dinner, served family-style with soft drinks, wine, Icelandic beer, and spirits included. You can eat at an intimate table or in the gazebo with the doors open to the view. There is also a full chef's kitchen if you'd rather cook for yourself.

The heart of the camp is Sorla Baths. A geothermal hot pool, shaped like Iceland's basalt columns, holds a steady flow of warm water. Beside it are a wooden cold plunge tub and a sauna with wide windows. Soak here under the midnight sun in summer, or watch the northern lights in winter with the deck lights off.

The whole camp can be booked privately for your group, with a host on site throughout your stay. Outdoor play includes axe-throwing, darts, frisbee golf, kubb, and a giant hammock, while guided hikes, biking, horseback riding, and fishing can be arranged. Massage, dry cleaning, and ironing are available for an extra charge. The camp is non-smoking and open year-round.

Why Choose Sorla Camp?

Retreat to Sorla Camp for a glamping experience with heated Nordic tipis, wool and lamb-skin bedding, and a chef looking after every meal. Sink into the geothermal hot pool shaped from Iceland's basalt columns, then set out to explore the South Coast and the Golden Circle all within easy reach. Check availability now by choosing a date.