Iceland What to Pack

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Reviews from VirtualTourist Members

For winter

by smirnofforiginal

In April it was cold! Thermals were a definite as were waterproof outer clothing. Makes absolutely no mistake - the weather is unbelievably changeable and layers are the way forward. My children had balaclavas and needed them. There were days and blizzards when I wrapped a scarf around my face to protect it from blizzard and stinging hail whipped by strong winds.It is really worth investing in good quality walking socks. There would be nothing more miserable than having cold feet. They were invaluable!for gloves and hats, especially with children, they take up so little room, it is definitely a good idea to have several pairs. My camera (Canon) stopped working. I tried SO hard to look after it but I think there was one occasion when the extreme cold to indoor warmth was too much for it to bear. I think the internal electronics got condensation on them. Perhaps have a plastic bag that...

before you fly to Iceland... at duty free

by smirnofforiginal

Iceland is exceptionally expensive when it comes to food and drink. I purchased a nice bottle of rum in duty free as I left the UK and then in Iceland I only had to purchase some coke. I was then set up for a couple of enjoyable drinks in my hotel room when it was the end of a long (and cold!) day!

Gas-containers we use for camping gas-cookers.

by Regina1965

I add here a link to gas-containers we use in Iceland for camping gas-cookers/primus. You can buy these containers at the gas-stations all around the country. I add the link to our biggest camping-gear store www.ellingsen.is where I buy my gas-containers.

Weather in summer..

by Durfun

Jumpers are recommended as a precaution.Also, a lightweight waterproof can come in handy, as the weather is so changeable. August is the summer, but weather there can change suddenly.Definitely need to have pullovers/sweaters/jumpers as a precaution. Light waterproofs would also be worthwhile.

You will most likely need some of these items

by marielexoteria

- Sleeping bag: it might save you money if you bring your own bag, so that you won't have to pay for bed linen and/or eventually a cheaper room/bed rate. - Rain jacket- Warm, breathable clothes that you can layer on: if you feel too warm you take off one layer, if you feel too cold you put on one layer- Sturdy shoes: if you're doing some hiking or tours like the Golden Circle- Comfortable shoes: for city walking. - Big memory card or extra film- Charger or extra batteriesBoth are expensive there. - Swimsuit: for bathing if you visit the Blue Lagoon (it will save you some money if you don't need to rent one of theirs) or any of the many pools. - A good guide: I found Lonely Planet's to be the best travel guide, and you don't have to buy it if you can borrow it from your local library (like I did). Otherwise save the VT tips that can help you out and print them :)- A road map: if...

Winter Items

by to-the-moon

If going to Iceland in the winter like we did you will definatley need lots of layers and a warm preferably waterproof coat.A wooly hat & scarf - they have lots of really warm ones at the airport shop as you arrive in Iceland if you forget yours like I did! Waterproof hiking shoes with good grip - if its snowing and icey these will become invaluable, it gets very slippery.Thermals - they kept me so much warmer in the minus 12 centigrade temperatures then I would have beenPersonally I wouldn't bother with an umbrella - although Iceland seems to get quite a bit of rain its also very windy and it'll only end up inside out anyway. Batteries for your camera! - they are very expensive in Iceland, (as is film) We also took lots of fruity nutty bars or ceral bars with us for during the day so we were only paying for an evening meal, (breakfast included) to keep expenses down and it worked...

Hand-luggage Essentials

by DeltaShot

We spent 66 hours in Iceland with only our hand-luggage full of booze because of a baggage handlers strike in Copenhagen. We had heard that alcohol is expensive in Iceland and while that is true, it's also true that clothes are expensive. The temperature ranged between 8-15 degrees celcius and a warm, wind-proof jacket would have been nice. My tip - put a change of clothes in with the booze! Goggles for snow sports/activities. (see my entry on Snæfellsjökul Snowmobile Ride for more info)A swimsuit for the Blue Lagoon. You can hire a towel and a small set of shampoo etc. is provided with the cost of entry. (see my entry on the Blue Lagoon for more info) Sunscreen - We got sunburned in Iceland! Spare memory cards - there's so much to photograph.

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Expect the Unexpected

by olsson

Variety is the key to a nice trip to Iceland. My advice is to pack for all weather and you won't be caught off guard. Make sure to pack rain gear and a swim suit. A jacket is also advisable due to often cold nights. Pack your own over the counter medicines and items, they are not easy to find in Iceland and if you are lucky enough to find them they are VERY expensive. Cameras and batteries ! This place is a photographers dream !!!!!

COLD MEDICINE! COLD MEDICINE! COLD MEDICINE!!!

by redxtine

I've just returned from Iceland - my husband and I went there for our honeymoon. While it is a truly beautiful country and the people are extremely friendly and helpful, YOU WILL BE *SOL* IF YOU COME DOWN WITH A COLD. Unfortunately, I picked up a particularly nasty sinus/cold combo on the plane over, and it was with me the entire time we were in Icleand. There is no Nyquil. There is no Sudafed. There is no Tylenol Cold & Sinus, Drixolral, Actifed, Dristan, Dayquil, Robitussin, or even asprin. Whatever you usually take for a cold, they do not have it. Nor do they have any European equivalent of it. I went to 3 pharmacies, and none of them had anything. All they had was some nasal spray which seemed to make things worse rather than better. My husband and I thought maybe cold medicine type-stuff was prescription only, so we paid to see a doctor. The doctor said all they have is...

Packing List

by Ericasmurf99

Warm stuff - jackets, gloves, good shoes. Some of the good things to see are out in the middle of nowhere, so pack yourself a little first aid kit. We learned that lesson when my husband fell off some rocks and got a big gash in his leg... (hospital was 5 hours away).

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