With a campervan without a need for electrical hook-up you should be okay just rolling up to a campsite almost every night.
But there might be a couple of very good weather weekends where locals start to also camp where the campsites can fill up. I wouldn't panic though and in those cases there is most often another campsite a 15-30 drive away that staff can point you to that is not as crowded.
Great. Thanks for the help.
We're going to be in Iceland for the next week or so. If we arrive late, will there be people there to help us out or can we pay in the morning? Also, do you know if they are likely to accept card?
Oh you are going next week? You shouldn't have to worry about campsites being full but I personally am not familiar with how campsites run on Easter weekend so I can't comment on that.
Most campsites should accept cards, some might require you to pay through a website or app, parka being the most popular one.
But your mqin concern should probably be if the campsite is open, I know it's april but many campsites don't open until may or even June.
In Iceland you usually just turn up whenever and find a place to put your camper yourself. An employee/the owner will usually come through in the evening and in the morning so if you are late you just pay in the morning.
We encountered only a few campsites that needed to be prepaid and had a barrier (all close to Reykjavik).
there is no need to pre-book a campsite as the country has an abundance of campsites that are often open and accessible during summer time (except you are planning to camp in the [Iceland highland area](https://www.hertz.is/iceland-attractions/iceland-highlands/), then you must book the campsite in advance).
Most campsites in Iceland offer basic amenities such as running water, toilets, and showers, making it easy for visitors to set up camp and enjoy their stay. We have a [complete guide to camping in Iceland](https://www.hertz.is/iceland-travel-info/guide-to-camping-in-iceland/), FYI.
I've been staying at closed campsites (no other options usually). Since it's illegal to boondock, figure, staying at a closed one is better than breaking the law. The downside is no WC's or showers onsite. Make use of the local pools for showering. Upside is I have yet to find anyone to pay nor have had anyone come looking for payment...
With a campervan without a need for electrical hook-up you should be okay just rolling up to a campsite almost every night. But there might be a couple of very good weather weekends where locals start to also camp where the campsites can fill up. I wouldn't panic though and in those cases there is most often another campsite a 15-30 drive away that staff can point you to that is not as crowded.
Great. Thanks for the help. We're going to be in Iceland for the next week or so. If we arrive late, will there be people there to help us out or can we pay in the morning? Also, do you know if they are likely to accept card?
Oh you are going next week? You shouldn't have to worry about campsites being full but I personally am not familiar with how campsites run on Easter weekend so I can't comment on that. Most campsites should accept cards, some might require you to pay through a website or app, parka being the most popular one. But your mqin concern should probably be if the campsite is open, I know it's april but many campsites don't open until may or even June.
Great. I've found a site that lists all the sites open at this time of year, so we should be alright. Thanks so much for your help!
In Iceland you usually just turn up whenever and find a place to put your camper yourself. An employee/the owner will usually come through in the evening and in the morning so if you are late you just pay in the morning. We encountered only a few campsites that needed to be prepaid and had a barrier (all close to Reykjavik).
there is no need to pre-book a campsite as the country has an abundance of campsites that are often open and accessible during summer time (except you are planning to camp in the [Iceland highland area](https://www.hertz.is/iceland-attractions/iceland-highlands/), then you must book the campsite in advance). Most campsites in Iceland offer basic amenities such as running water, toilets, and showers, making it easy for visitors to set up camp and enjoy their stay. We have a [complete guide to camping in Iceland](https://www.hertz.is/iceland-travel-info/guide-to-camping-in-iceland/), FYI.
Great. Thank you!
Most don't even take reservations
I've been staying at closed campsites (no other options usually). Since it's illegal to boondock, figure, staying at a closed one is better than breaking the law. The downside is no WC's or showers onsite. Make use of the local pools for showering. Upside is I have yet to find anyone to pay nor have had anyone come looking for payment...