Why Renting a Camper is the Best Way to Experience Iceland’s Natural Wonders

Immerse yourself in nature

One of the great things about camping is that there’s almost no barrier between you and the countryside that you’ve come to see. Unlike if you’re squirreled away in a building, the landscapes are right there within touching distance – in this case just through the camper window. You can also embrace the opportunity to eat in the outdoors – whether that’s a hearty breakfast to set you up for the day or a satisfying meal to round off your sightseeing. If you’re really keen to experience Iceland’s natural wonders, this is how you do it.

Maximise flexibility

Another big advantage of renting a camper van is the flexibility it gives you. Often pitches can’t be reserved in advance, which in itself encourages spontaneity. But though you might have a rough idea of where you’re intending to drive, sometimes you’ll want to alter those plans on the fly. Some places will really make an impression – with a camper van you’ll have the option of hanging around a bit longer. Being able to tweak your itinerary as you go along is a big tick in the box for choosing a camper van.

Save money

Konvin offer a range of vehicles at an affordable price, both cars and campers. Opt for the latter and you’ll find it’s much easier to budget. In addition, if you’re planning a peak season trip there’ll be less need to lock in your bookings as far in advance as you might need to in order to counter fluctuating hotel prices. Working out how much your trip is going to cost is simplified if a large part of your outlay is for transport and accommodation all rolled into one.

A back up plan for bad weather

Iceland’s weather is notoriously fickle, even in summer. Most travellers will encounter some rain or gales at some point in their trip – perhaps snow and ice too. If you’re not keen on starting your hike until conditions improve or you don’t fancy driving until the worst of a storm has passed, you’ll be glad of the extra room a camper van affords you as you hang out. When you’re ready to emerge, the wonderful scenery that you’ve been longing to explore will be right there next to you.

Be free of the hassle of packing and unpacking

Nature-based activities are fun, but with Iceland’s changing conditions, it can be hard to plan for exactly what gear you need on a day-to-day basis. Being able to carry your gear with you, with the added bonus of having places to store it while you’re on the move, is a significant plus. You can dress for a nature encounter knowing that if conditions improve or worsen you can pop back to the van and add or subtract some layers.

Find peace and solitude

Parking up a camper in a designated rural lay-by, car park or even remote campsite opens up the chance to find a spot all to yourself. You might have to work a little harder to do so in summer, seeking out some off the beaten track roads, but away from the busiest stretches of the ring road you can find the peace and solitude you crave simply by pointing the van in a different direction to the masses.

If this sounds like an enticing prospect, then why not take a look at the campers on the Konvin website and get planning your travels to Iceland’s natural wonders?