Keflavik International Airport is the main entry point for overseas visitors into Iceland. The city is a handy starting place for an Icelandic adventure, just 50 minutes by road to the capital, Reykjavik. While small in size, the island of Iceland may just be the world’s most perfectly formed road trip destination. You can experience natural geothermal wonders, see the spectacle of the Northern Lights, learn about proud Viking history, and it can all be comfortably covered in under a week.

Collecting a campervan hire to tour Iceland is a great option. Route 1, otherwise known as ‘The Ring Road’, encircles the whole island. There are several motorhome rental companies in Iceland, so using Motorhome Republic is a smart way of choosing the best camper and deal.  Use the search engine to put in the dates of travel, location and driver’s age, and the full range of available vehicles will be displayed – from basic 2-berth to larger, luxury options. From there you can use filters to select the most appropriate vehicle and get the best price. 

 

Driving in Keflavik – handy tips: 

 

  • The road network is extensive and well maintained. All main routes are paved, but many minor roads are gravel, which require special care. 

  • Extreme weather can result in road closures, so follow the forecasts and plan ahead. 

  • Drivers must have their headlights on both day and night.