Reykjavik RV Rental

Some car rental companies in Iceland offer a rooftop tent as a substitute for a motorhome. This can be a cheaper option than a campervan; however, it is less convenient, especially in cold or windy weather, which can occur in Iceland throughout the year.

Most land in Iceland is privately owned and parking an RV overnight outside of a registered campsite is strictly prohibited without prior approval from the landowner.

There are plenty of campsites in Iceland and these are relatively cheap starting at around 1447 Icelandic króna per night.

Most RV rental companies in Iceland have vehicle options that allow child/baby seats and booster seats.

However, not all vehicles may be compatible with child seats and not all companies have seats available for rent. Please check the features of the vehicle when booking.

Home to the country’s best-known volcanoes and glaciers, Iceland’s interior highlands are primarily accessed via mountain roads, many of which are marked as F-roads (indicated by a letter F in front of the road number on the map). These mountainous and backcountry roads often require a 4WD vehicle and are not advised for inexperienced drivers.

Always check whether mountain roads and F-roads are open, as the summer season is not long and opening dates vary by route and conditions. Even when they are open, be aware that conditions may be challenging – large rocks in the road, rivers without bridges, mud, and snow in all seasons.

Be aware that mobile reception is poor in the Icelandic highlands, and services like fuel can be very limited, so plan ahead and top up whenever you can.

All motorhome rental companies have their centres in Keflavik, which is a short drive from Reykjavik and is the gateway for most visitors to Iceland via Keflavik International Airport.