Dress Code

The ideal dress code for Iceland is basically layers, layers and then again layers, so you can add or remove clothing at your own convenience depending on where we are. As our tours are driving with stops of various lengths and possible short hikes if you wish, shelter in a warm car is never far away if you feel cold.

In the wintertime good sturdy shoes and/or hiking boots are essential, as are warm socks, as feet get cold pretty quickly if not properly protected. A first layer of Merino wool is of course the best for the body, especially if the idea is to do some hiking.

In the winter time good sturdy shoes and/or hiking boots are essential, as are warm socks, as feet get cold pretty quickly if not properly protected. A first layer of Merino wool is of course the best for the body, especially if the idea is to do some hiking, but not really necessary unless you want to be really comfortable. Fleece sweaters or jackets are also good as are wool sweaters. As an outside layer, something wind- and waterproof is a good idea and a good winter Parka will always keep you warm and dry. Gloves or mittens in the wintertime as well as a Beanie for the head or any type of warm hat are also necessary.

In the summertime the same applies for the feet, good sturdy shoes and/or hiking boots and warm socks. A warm fist layer is always a good idea as we travel in the interior and it is sometime a bit chillier up there than along the coast. Fleece sweaters or fleece jackets and something wind and waterproof for the outside layer should be part of you clothing. Some kind of cover for the head, hat or baseball cap can also come in handy. A parka and gloves/mittens are not needed.

Sunglasses are also a good idea as we have 24 hours of daylight from May to August and the sun is often at a low angle. Sunscreen is not necessary, this is Iceland. Swim gear, a towel and a bathing suit/trunks are not a must, but we do have a lot of very warm and comfy swimming pools and hot tubs in virtually every town and village in Iceland, and in some places in the wilderness there are natural hot pools that are nice to dip into.

A camera and binoculars will also enhance your experience, as the view and vistas are often quite spectacular.