Important Information for 2021 travellers
Welcome to a special page during special times. We aim to keep the page updated to provide the newest information on how to travel to and from Iceland in 2021.
Are you a traveler on your way to iceland
The Minister of Health has decided, in keeping with the recommendation of the Chief Epidemiologist, to retain the current measures to contain the spread of infections at the borders until 1 July. After that time, the measures will be relaxed by cease the screening of those who present a certificate of vaccination or prior infection with COVID-19. Additionally, children will no longer be screened for COVID-19 upon arrival in Iceland.
The newest information can be found on the governmental page.
The best way to travel
In a Camper or Motor Home you are able to avoid crowds. The Icelandic government has issued rules how to travel when you are in Iceland. We are happy about our governments decision to keep all travelers save.
Camp Grounds are open
The campgrounds opened early this year due to the fact that many Icelanders decided to stay in Iceland this year. The government issued rules that apply to tourism this year.
Certificates regarding previous COVID-19 infection that are accepted at the border in Iceland from 10 December 2020
Read more about this regulation here
Cook yourself & save money
One of the great things about a camper is that you can cook yourself. You can go shopping in the local stores and profit from far better rates then going to a Restaurant.
Iceland is safe and Quarantine needed
All passengers that arrive in Iceland have to undergo a COVID-19 test or to go for a 14-day quarantine. If you choose the test you only need to go to quarantine for 4-6 days (possible in the Motor Home). After that you are tested again. The benefit of knowing that you are COIVID-19 free and you are entering a safe country brings a peace to our minds.
Hygiene standard
Our vehicles are rented out 13 days average to 5 -8 customers per year. In a Hotel the guest change daily or 75 – 104 times during the same period. Needless to say a camper is a great way to travel.
What we Do
Camper Iceland is open
Visit Iceland
Perhaps one of a few years in the history of tourism where the sites are almost empty.
Contact free pick up
You can use our pre checkin system to sign all contracts and add all extras. The instruction can be watched on YouTube.
More information
As usual Camper Iceland provides the best information service on the market. Including the translation of the latest news in the travel industry. Scoll down for more information..
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Updated information
Visit the website covid.is. The Directorate of Health and The Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management are responsible for this website. You find all the information on COVID here.
Buy a travel insurance
We offer travel insurances on our website or you can check with your local insurance company. Check the small print whether the insurer refunds if Iceland gets locked down (considered highly unlikely at the moment).
MORE NEWS DIRECTLY FROM ICELAND
Read it here first! Camper Iceland is on the lookout for information directly from Iceland. Even if we find news in Icelandic we aim to translate it as soon as possible and post it.
All COVID restrictions lifted
All Covid-19 pandemic restrictions will be lifted on Friday night, both domestically and at the border. This was stated in the case of Willum Þór Þórsson, Minister of Health, after a cabinet meeting today. Earlier today, the epidemiologist announced that general PCR...
COVID-19 CHANGES AT THE ICELANDIC BORDER
Border screening of vaccinated travelers stopped after 1 July The Minister of Health has decided, in keeping with the recommendation of the Chief Epidemiologist, to retain the current measures to contain the spread of infections at the borders until 1 July. After that...
ICELAND – All domestic COVID-19 restrictions cancelled
All restrictions due to epidemics are expiring in this country. This will take effect at midnight (June 26), it actually means that it will take effect at midnight tonight. But let us continue to be careful, says the Minister of Health, as so often before. As many...
4×4 CAMPER THOR – NEW CATEGORY
Dear Friends of Camper Iceland We have had the craziest two years since we started! As many of you know our fleet reached over 180 vehicles during the "boom". Would you believe that we sold 150 vehicles since COVID-19? Not to worry, we also bought newer vehicles....
Things are getting better – campsites open 100% and the easiest rules since last summer apply
Relaxation of epidemic rules took effect domestically at midnight. These are the weakest rules that have applied domestically since last summer. The regulation is valid for just over three weeks or until 16 June. This is in line with the government's otherwise widely...
More good news from Iceland
Perhaps you read about the EU restrictions in regard to people entering Europe with a valid VACCINE CERTIFICATE. We here at Camper Iceland were really sad to read that people that received the vaccine will not be allowed to enter Europe. It seems that the Minister...
Earthquake 5.4 Richter – Is this the beginning
Many customers have contacted us lately and asked when will the volcano finally erupt. Even though the COVID restrictions are still in place people want to see the volcano as soon as it erupts. The earthquake that took place 14:15 today is one more sign that it could...
34000 earthquakes so far
So far we have had over 34.000 earthquakes since they started on the 24th of February. According to local officials that is more than all of 2020, even though last year was considered high in earthquakes! Another comparison is the year 2019 with 3.400 earthquakes. In...
Iceland – Magma now 1Km from surface
The signs and proof that magma is now flowing straight up are getting stronger. At the same time, the vertical movement of the magma has decreased. According to Morgunblaðið the magma is now only one kilometer from the surface. At first, we learned that the magma was...
Volcano Update – Names and Information
Newsflash The weekend was "shaky"! A new record was set with 5.0 on the Richter Scale (yesterday over 2800 earthquakes). The inhabitants of Grindavik woke up in the middle of the night. The earth shook heavily for almost 20 Minutes. To ease their minds and to calm the...
Volcano will erupt
Now hear this, now hear this! Víðir Reynisson, chief of the Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management just stated that the volcano may in fact erupt within minutes or hours. There is no proof yet, however all signs are there that this will in fact be...
Volcanic Eruption in Iceland
Are you interested in another story then COVID-19? How about a volcano? Have you heard about the earthquakes in Iceland? It started a few days ago and continues to be a very interesting topic. We are reaching out because we have customers and friends that wanted to...
New measures for Iceland – Travellers required to present negative PCR test before boarding
News from Iceland Double screening for all arrivals remains in place Those who test positive in the first screening may be required to isolate in a managed facility Temporary measures at the border are intended to allow speedier loosening of domestic restrictions...
Travel Story – 2021 Part TWO
The day the earth stood still If you read part one of my travel story you are wondering if I managed to get the PCR test 24h before boarding the SAS airplane. Yes, I did, hence I prepared for the big day. On my way to the airport, I was skeptical because normally the...
Iceland – Certificate of vaccination against COVID-19 accepted at the border
The requirement for testing and quarantine after travel: Current rules require all travelers arriving in Iceland from risk areas for COVID-19 to undergo testing for COVID-19 at the border. Currently, all countries and territories are defined as risk areas. All...
Travel Story – 2021 Part ONE
Traveling by air - from Switzerland to Denmark and from Denmark to Iceland Why is this guy traveling to Iceland for the third time since COVID-19? Is he trying to prove that it’s possible? How do you get there? What’s the difference between an antibody test, antigen...
Instructions for Tourists in 2021
Visiting Iceland 2021 Plan more time Traveling changed with COVID-19 and we believe that trips will be longer. That can be a good thing, right? From personal experience we can say that the quarantine solution in Iceland is manageable. Perhaps you followed our story...
Certificates regarding previous COVID-19 infection that are accepted at the border in Iceland from 10 December 2020
Current rules require all travellers arriving in Iceland from risk areas for COVID-19 to undergo 14 days of quarantine or choose screening for COVID-19 at the border. Currently, all countries and territories are defined as risk areas. All arriving travellers need to...
Lost in Iceland, September 2020
Hi there folks, you probably read my story about my trip to Iceland. If not I will make sure to mention the story further down the post and throw in the links. To make a long story short I am in Iceland as we speak. The best idea I have had in a long time was going...
The true story of traveling to Iceland Part 3 of 3
This is the third and last part of my true story about traveling to Iceland. The second COVID-19 test is up after I have spent 5 days in quarantine. Why a second test? Well, if you want to go to Iceland you have two options once you land at the airport or arrive at...