Hello, all. My spouse and I are visiting Reykjavik in June. We are having a challenge finding a hotel that meets our needs. We need two beds as he is a very rough sleeper. Kicks, snores loudly, it's impossible to sleep next to him. All hotels we've looked at on booking. com have twin beds pushed together, and we've found in the past that they are often not able to be moved apart. We just need a hotel with twin beds across the room. We have to have luggage storage for our early arrival so Airbnb isn't a good option. Thank you in advance for any suggestions on what website we can use to search

There seems to be a heavy storm alert beginning this weekend that goes until Sunday. I was planning to drive the golden circle tomorrow from Reykjavík, and then drive to Hofn from Selfoss the day after. And then make my way back to Vik the following day.

Any experienced drivers out there able to give some advice on whether this is a good idea, doable, safe etc? Are the roads flat and safe or mountainous?

For context, I drove to Snæfellsnes to kirkjufell from Reykjavík yesterday and it was difficult but definitely manageable.

Thanks!

I'm planning to travel to Iceland alone in October. Do you think this price is worth it (see link below)? Or is it better if I rent a car and drive? It will be my first time visiting the country.

https://guidetoiceland.is/book-holiday-trips/4-day-volcano-hike-golden-circle-south-coast-jokulsarlon-ice-cave

Hello! I'm traveling to Iceland for the first time this March by myself, from the 21st to the 27th, and have been working on an itinerary. However, I'm very aware that driving conditions can be unpredictable, and am not very confident in my plan, and would like advice on how I can change it to feel more secure. I would love to make it to Hofn and Vatnajokull, but am concerned about booking hostels and an ice cave tour if weather changes occur, and need advice on how I can properly prepare my itinerary for this. Here is my current itinerary, please do your worst and tell me what I need to change:

Friday, March 21

- I arrive at KEF at a little past 6 am, pick up my rental car, then explore the Reykjanes Peninsula. Once done with that, I head to Reykjavik to check in to my hostel for the evening, and, if time permits, do some exploring in town. Maybe go to Sky Lagoon.

Saturday, March 22

- I drive east out of Reykjavik. I hit Seljalandfoss, Gljufrabui, Skogafoss, and Kvernufoss. I arrive near Vik and spend the night there. Total driving for the day amounts to around 3 hours.

Sunday, March 23

- I drive east out of Vik until I reach Höfn, where I will spend the night. I stop along the way at the Diamond Beach and Jokulsarlon, as well as anywhere else that seems interesting. It should amount to about 3 more hours of driving.

Monday, March 24

- In the morning I join a tour group for the Ice Caves of Vatnajokull, then drive back east towards Hvolsvöllur, where I will spend the night. About 4.5 hours.

Tuesday, March 25

- The next three days would be mostly improvised. I'd drive to Reykjavik Tuesday morning, about an hour and a half, and spend the next three either exploring Reykjavik, or, if weather permits, driving the Golden circle/exploring Thingvellir or the Snaefellsness peninsula.

Wednesday, March 26

- Reykjavik

Thursday, March 27

- I fly out at 4:55 pm from KEF.

If you have notes, or ideas for changes, please let me know.

Hey, I'm flying one way from BOS to KEF this summer on Icelandair. Considering bidding to Saga class. I've seen lots of people post about how great the lounge is in KEF, just one question - can you access it when arriving? Or no?

I am looking at booking US-KEF-FAE on 2 different tickets: US-KEF on Delta and KEF-FAE on Atlantic Airways. Our (2 adults) US flight lands around 6:20am and the FAE flight leaves at 9am. Is that enough time to clear customs, pick up baggage (2 checkin), check in at Atlantic Airways, and then clear security?

I know I can do US-KEF-FAE on IcelandAir, but my worry is with Faroe weather, Atlantic's Airbus flight is less likely to get cancelled than IcelandAir's Dash-8. In addition, per IcelandAir's schedule, the return flight has only 1.5 hr layover between landing at KEF and our US flight departing. Even though, it'll all be on 1 ticket, I feel 1.5 hrs aren't enough to connect.

I am solo traveling from the US to Iceland arriving early March 7th with a departure early March 12th. I am staying in the same guesthouse in Reykjavik (centrally located) the entire time and plan on exploring Reykjavik mostly on foot and doing several bus tours outside of the city.

#Friday March 7th

Arrive at airport 6:40 AM

Shuttle to Blue Lagoon departs at 7:30 AM (from what I've read, this should be fine but may be cutting it close, Blue Lagoon didn't offer any later shuttle times from what I could see).

8:00 AM booking for Blue Lagoon

Depart on bus for guesthouse in Reykjavik 12:15 PM (would probably like to depart earlier but this appears to be the earliest time offered by the Blue Lagoon bus and Taxis are expensive)

Drop bags off at guest house (can't check in until 3PM but will inquire about possibly checking in early).

Explore/grocery shop (I have put together a list of places to see/visit in town but any suggestions appreciated)

Check-in if early check in isn't available

Continue exploring/northern lights tour possibly? Then get some rest after a very long day and overnight flight.

#Saturday, March 8th

Golden Circle bus tour (have done some research but would love any specific tour suggestions)

Explore/rebook northern lights tour depending on length of Golden Circle tour chosen (Since these tours are generally shorter than the one's I am looking at for the days to come, I thought it would be good to do it first as I may still be exhausted from the day of travel before)

#Sunday March 9th

South Coast tour/potentially with a glacier hike day tour. I really want to see as many of the sites on the south coast as possible but I'm finding that if I want to do the glacier hike, I may have to pick a tour that skips some spots (since this will just be a single day tour)

#Monday March 10th

Snaefellsnes tour. Considering this one but have looked at many different ones and would love to hear what others think. I am a little concerned about weather in this region from what I have read however.

#Sunday March 11th

I will probably just lay low and explore the city again on this day. If I have some energy maybe I will schedule a shorter tour or visit sky lagoon/go to a public pool. I fly out very early the next morning and have several more weeks of travel in Europe so I don't want to push too hard.

Does all of this seem reasonable? Would appreciate any thoughts/feedback. Thanks for reading.

Am I trying to do too much here? I'm fine with the driving but unsure about time. Ignore the hotels since I think we're going to rent a campervan. https://wanderlog.com/view/xcjehpcfsz/trip-to-iceland/shared

Hey all,

I spontaneously booked a 5 day trip in early April since I managed super cheap flights from the US. The first and last two being travel days but I get in early and leave in the evening. I was thinking of renting a Tesla (I’m already used to driving and charging it in the States), free charging is a good plus since gas is 4-5x more expensive than what I’m used to.

I’m planning on staying in a hostel or cabin in the south and just road trip along the south. Specifically Hella, Vik, and Hofn with stops in between and possibly a tour to something. I might grab lunch in Reykjavik, but not planning a full day, should i?

Questions!

• how is weather and driving, should I change the car, it’s awd but not f road rated. Weather, just worried about a snow storm that gets my flight cancelled, just saw that right now
• how is the hostel culture? I’d love to hang out with fellow travellers
• is the charging along the ring road reliable or crowded?
• how much should I plan to spend for food? Should I get my own groceries?
• is the lagoon worth it for solo? The tickets are way more $ than I expected
• should I get full insurance for the rental
• are drones allowed in remote areas?
• how is cell reception along the south ring? Should opt for a hotspot from the rental car

Thank you! Can’t wait!

Hi,

I have bought my tickets, I can do a 5d4n guided tour in Iceland

Can anyone recommend me LOCAL tours / packages only?

I know Guide To Iceland (4.8 stars google map) is great, it’s ultimately still an agency who work with different operators.

I PREFER to work with an operator who does everything on his own. Any recommendations?

Planning my first trip to Iceland in mid-March. I have looked at a lot of reviews on this subreddit and the wider internet about different ice cave tours and have worked it down to 4 options. I am wondering if anyone has opinions comparing these tours or any other advice on which 1 or 2 I should choose.

1. KatlaTrack: Katla Fast track ice cave tour 3hr ($214 USD)

2. Glacier Adventure: The Epic Blue Ice Cave Adventure 5-6hr ($235 USD)

3. Fjallsarlon: Vatnajökull Premium Ice Cave Tour 3.5hr ($175 USD)

4. Troll: Crystal Blue Ice Cave 3hr ($156 USD)

From the reviews I could find online I'm leaning towards KatlaTrack for Katla Ice Cave and/or Glacier Adventure for Vatnajökull Blue Ice Cave. I appreciate any input or suggestions!

Hello,

I am planning to visit Iceland for 5-7 days. I work remotely so I am flexible. I am thinking about visiting in February or early March. I really want to see the Aurora lights, that is my main goal. So what do you think guys?

Please help me if you happen to know.

For folks in Iceland on Saturday (1) and Sunday (2) of the first weekend of February 2025, looks like the coronal hole facing Earth sent out some material that will give a high probability of a good show. If you are thinking of doing Aurora tours, and the weather is good, don't sleep on it.

Thank you for letting me nerd out. I'm keeping a keen eye on stuff b/c I want to do a last minute trip (next day travel ... LOL) myself when there is a banger storm on tap.

https://en.vedur.is/weather/forecasts/aurora/
https://www.spaceweatherlive.com/en/solar-activity/sunspot-regions.html
https://perlan.is/aurora-forecast

Hi, I am looking for suggestions on fun things for teens, not laser tag/ziplines, etc. No challenging hikes.

I have the following ideas:

• Lava show in Vik
• Langjokull Cave (tour suggestions recommended) instead of Thingvellir
• Puffin tours
• I would also like to show them some cool volcano areas I may be missing.
• Football game. I have done some research and either there are no games or I am looking in the wrong places. I tried Stubbur. Any other sports you would recommend that would be fun for a 15 yo boy?
• Thermal spa. not Sky or Blue Lagoon

Any suggestions welcome

Itinerary is:

Arrive 21st, 5 am, rent car, and stay in Reykjavik until 23rd. The Kids love cities, suggestions on what to do there

23rd Thingvellir national park, Kerid crater lake, Seljalandsfoss waterfall, possible Gljufrafoss waterfall, possibly Fontana Thermal Spa

24th - Skalabrekkufoss waterfall, Visit Reynisfjara Beach. Suggestions for other things to do in town Vik and restaurants

25th - Skaftafell Glacier, Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon or other glacier I can take them to without a tour or difficult hike.

26th Selfoss Skyrland, drive to Reykjanesfolkvangur nature preserve, stay in Keflavik

fly out the 27th

Hi everyone.

My family and I are visiting Iceland Monday 24th to Friday 28th, home on the Saturday morning.

We’re all huge basketball fans and were hoping to see a game during our stay.

Until recently it looked like KR were playing Höttur on the Friday but it looks like it’s been moved to the Saturday? Are there any other local teams playing that week? I’m trying my best with Google Translate but struggling!

Thanks for reading 😁

Liam

Those who visited in late Aug/ early Sept were you able to see any lights? I saw one post here where the person stated seeing lights in late August. I have a long weekend off early Sept and was considering visiting then.

Hi! I’m heading to Iceland from March 1st to 9th as part of a university program. The itinerary is mostly planned, but we have the last day free to explore on our own. The program includes visits to the Settlement Exhibition, Reykjanes Peninsula, Blue Lagoon, Golden Circle, an organic greenhouse farm, the south shore region, Glacier Lagoon, Skaftafell National Park, and Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon.

On the final day, I’m planning to visit the Sky Lagoon, but I’d love suggestions for other activities in Reykjavik that aren’t already part of the planned schedule. Any recommendations?

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Those who have been keeping an eye out for the forecast this weekend are aware of the yellow alert, which now has been updated to orange for Breiðafjörður (northern part of Snæfellsnes, southern part of the Westfjords and the coast in-between and further inland), south east and the highlands. Hazardous travel conditions

The orange alert takes place on Friday afternoon and is valid until midnight when the alert changes to yellow for the entire country!

Thursday:

Snow and wind warning for the Westfjords and highlands from noon until midnight

Friday:

Wind, snow and thaw warning for the entire country until Sunday

Weekend Warning

This weekend is yellow for the entire country due to wind and thawing conditions. This can affect flights and travel between regions. This can also mean that the warnings will become worse or milder - the weather will still be poor, either way

If you're flying in or out, check your airline for more information

If you're planning to travel during the weekend, be prepared to alter your plans

From Safetravel: "Strong wind (15-23 m/s), slippery roads, snowfall and blowing snow causing limited visibility. Very difficult driving conditions, road closures expected. Monitor road conditions and change travel plans."

Stay safe and rather be safe than sorry!

Links to keep on hand:
https://en.vedur.is/alerts - Weather alerts (also forecast under "Weather")

https://umferdin.is/en - Road conditions

https://safetravel.is/ - Safetravel

I know this is a long shot but is anyone flying back to the US through the KEF airport and is willing to pick up my hat from lost and found and ship it back to me in Florida. The airport wants $40 to ship which is pretty steep for a $18 hat. I figured USPS would be quite a bit cheaper since the baseball cap.

Hello, We are planning a tour with a campervan in April 2025, but I'm unsure about some details about Þakgil to decide if it's worth it to go there

• Is the route doable with a 2WD in this time of the year ?
• Are the nearby walking trail open?
• Do we need to reserve our spot if we want to sleep there with our vehicle ?

Thank you ! 😁

Hi All,

I will be travelling to iceland in Aug 2025. Please review my itinerary and provide any inputs.