Iceland Guides

Get right to the heart of Iceland with our selection of informative guides on the regions, culture, and activities around the country. Our detailed regional guides include all kinds of information on what to see and do, the major campsites, cool museums and restaurants, and where to find those off the beaten track gems. Guides on culture investigate everything about Icelanders and the country, from the strange traditional foods they eat to the even stranger museums you can visit. Articles on activities delve into which geothermal baths are worth your time, detailed hiking information for different areas, and campervan-specific instructions for some of the best activities around the country.

10 Popular Icelandic Dishes you Need to Try

We've rounded up 10 of the most popular Icelandic dishes to ensure you have an authentic experience when travelling through the country.

The 10 Best Places to See the Northern Lights in Iceland

The northern lights in Iceland appear everywhere, but some locations are a little bit more magical than others. Find out where inside.

Elves in Iceland: Everything you Need to Know

In a country swirling with mystical landscapes, it’s easy to believe that elves in Iceland really do exist. This article will delve into Iceland’s unique folk lore.

The Best Volcanic Experiences in Iceland

The land of fire and ice is one of the most volcanically active countries on earth. Read on to discover the best volcanic experiences you can have in Iceland.

The 5 Best Multi-Day Hikes in Iceland

Sweeping green valleys, rugged volcanoes, brooding glaciers and silent fjords all provide the perfect backdrop for the best multi-day treks in Iceland.

The Best Glacier Experiences in Iceland

Glacier Tours in Iceland let you experience these ancient icecaps up close and personal. These are the best glacier tours in Iceland.

Hiking Fimmvörðuháls With a Campervan

Discover how you can hike the famous Fimmvörðuháls Pass in South Iceland if you've rented a campervan.

The Go Campers’ Guide to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Spend some time camping on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in Iceland to discover Iceland in miniature; friendly locals, gorgeous landscapes, plenty of hot pots and of course, lots of adventure.

The 5 Strangest Foods to Eat in Iceland

Iceland’s isolation from the rest of Europe and harsh living conditions in the past have led to some interesting food choices that helped the first settlers survive. And while Icelandic cuisine is now all about creative flair and classy dishes, you can still get your hands on the traditional food.

Hiking in Iceland in the Autumn

Hiking the endless trails scattered across Iceland is always a rewarding experience, but doing so in Autumn is even more magical.

Treat Yourself: The 8 Classiest Geothermal Spas in Iceland

We’ve rounded up the classiest geothermal spas around the country, all of them with great changing facilities, lots of extras to add on, quality restaurants and the ability to make you feel like a new person after a visit.

North Iceland: The Ultimate Guide

Sparsely populated farm country, fog-laden fishing villages clinging to coastline, snow-capped peaks towering above icy blue fjords, and landscapes formed by violent and powerful volcanic activity. Welcome to the north of Iceland.

Money in Iceland: Everything You Need to Know

Notoriously expensive, more zeroes than you’re used to, an almost cashless society. So just how does money work in Iceland? And how expensive is Iceland, really?

The Go Campers Guide to the South Coast of Iceland

This guide will explore the best things to see and do along Iceland’s south coast for campervans.

6 of Iceland’s Strangest Museums

Travelling across Iceland, you’ll find that in almost every town there will be a museum, detailing everything from its Viking history and settlement to the immense power of the glaciers and active volcanoes.

The Campers’ Travel Guide to Iceland’s East Fjords

Untouched and wild, it’s all about slow travel and good weather in Iceland’s most underrated region: The East Fjords. Most travelers will pass this by on their ring road camper trips. If you’re looking to leave the crowds behind and discover your own adventures, the East is the place to do it.

Northern Lights in Iceland - Guide

Go Campers guide to the northern lights here in Iceland

The Go Campers Guide to the Westfjords

The Westfjords of Iceland is where the extremes of the country all collide. Soaring table-topped mountains emerge from silent fjords, where only a handful of towns cling to the coast line and a traditional way of life.

Where to find Puffins in Iceland

Many travellers to to Iceland during the Summer are excited to catch a glimpse of the clowns of the sea, the puffin.