Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Iceland and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners: from compact campervans for 2 people, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexibility, competitive prices and insurance included.
Iceland's Ring Road, known as Route 1, stretches 1,322 kilometres around the entire island, making it one of the most iconic driving loops on the planet. From the powerful Gullfoss waterfall and the geothermal fields of Haukadalur to the black sand beaches of Reynisfjara and the glacial lagoon at Jökulsárlón, the landscape shifts dramatically every hour behind the wheel. Reykjavík to Akureyri in the north covers roughly 390 kilometres, while the eastern stretch from Egilsstaðir to Höfn runs about 250 kilometres through remote fjords and vast lava plains. Much of the interior highlands remains accessible only via gravel F-roads, which are closed in winter and restricted to 4x4 vehicles, so the coastal routes are where most campervan travellers focus their itineraries. Compact campervans handle the narrower roads around the Westfjords with ease, while larger motorhomes are ideal for families cruising the well-paved southern coast. With Yescapa, you can hire directly from local owners based across Iceland, choosing from a wide range of vehicles suited to the terrain and your travel style. This peer-to-peer approach means competitive prices and personal tips from people who know the roads best.
The best months to hire a campervan in Iceland run from June to August, when daylight stretches to nearly 24 hours and all highland F-roads reopen. The Þjóðhátíð festival on the Westman Islands in early August draws thousands for music and bonfires, while Reykjavík Culture Night in late August fills the capital with free concerts and fireworks. September and early October bring shorter days but also the chance to spot the northern lights from your campervan. Booking through Yescapa during shoulder months often means better peer-to-peer rates and wider vehicle availability across Iceland.
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.
From Akureyri, explore the Diamond Circle taking in Lake Mývatn, the Goðafoss waterfall, and the Ásbyrgi canyon. The route passes through Húsavík, famous for whale watching, and covers around 450 km. A motorhome gives you the comfort and storage needed for this multi-day tour through northern Iceland.
From Egilsstaðir, this route winds through Iceland's remote Eastfjords. You pass the colourful village of Seyðisfjörður, the Reyðarfjörður inlet, and the nature reserve at Borgarfjörður eystri. Around 400 km on quiet roads — perfect for enjoying the solitude of the fjord landscape in a campervan.
This route follows the southern half of Iceland's Ring Road from Reykjavík through Vík and Höfn to Egilsstaðir. Across roughly 900 km you experience the Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon, Skaftafell National Park, and the coastal villages of the southeast. The road is well suited to motorhomes, with regular campsites along the way.
Starting from Reykjavík, this compact route takes you through Þingvellir National Park and past the Gullfoss waterfall to Iceland's south coast. In Vík you can explore black sand beaches before looping back via Selfoss. Perfect for a campervan — campsites are closely spaced across roughly 250 km.
From Borgarnes, follow the coastline of the Snæfellsnes peninsula to the Snæfellsjökull glacier. Along the way, visit the fishing village of Arnarstapi and the basalt cliffs of Lóndrangar. The route covers around 280 km and suits a campervan well, as roads are narrow but well maintained across this part of Iceland.
The full Route 1 around Iceland covers 1,322 km, connecting Reykjavík, Akureyri, Egilsstaðir, and Höfn. You cross lava fields, glacier valleys, and coastal stretches with views over the Atlantic. Allow 10 to 14 days so you have time for hikes and hot springs along the way. A spacious motorhome is ideal for this extended loop around Iceland.
Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.
Discover
Find for a leisure vehicle near you or a destination idea according to your planned route, then specify the pick-up and return dates. The perfect vehicle for your road trip holiday is waiting for you!
Connecting people
Make one or more booking requests for leisure vehicles that have caught your eye and wait for the owners' responses. Once your request has been accepted, all you have to do is confirm your booking.
Pick-up
On the pick-up date, collect the vehicle and listen to the valuable advice of the owner for handling it; you are ready hit the road with family, as a couple or with friends.
Return
Once again, with the owner complete the vehicle condition check and sign the Rental Agreement as well as exchange your travel stories. All you have to do is imagine your next road trip!
Iceland has a well-spread network of campsites along the Ring Road and across its main regions. Many sites offer electric hook-ups, hot showers, and cooking facilities — ideal for travellers in a motorhome or campervan. From coastal spots overlooking the Atlantic to sites nestled among lava fields, Iceland offers a wide variety of places to spend the night under open skies.
Iceland has no motorway toll system, so all roads including Route 1 are free to drive. Speed limits for motorhomes and campervans are generally 90 km/h on paved roads and 80 km/h on gravel sections. Single-lane bridges are common on rural stretches — the vehicle closer to the bridge has right of way. F-roads in the highlands are unpaved, often include river crossings, and are legally restricted to 4x4 vehicles, so standard campervans and motorhomes must stick to paved or well-maintained gravel routes. Fuel stations can be over 100 km apart in the east and north, so plan refuelling stops carefully.
Very nice campervan, exactly like the photos, fully equipped and the host was helpful answering all of our questions even when we were on the trip!
Just back from an amazing trip in Francois’s campervan. Everything with the van was perfect. It came with everything we needed and was so smooth to drive. There were 3 of us in the group - 1 adult and 2 teens and there was plenty of room. Bowls, plates, cutlery and cooking utensils were included of course. Bedding is available for a small extra fee Francois was amazing to rent from. He ensured there was great communication before, during and after the trip, and he arranged very handy pick up and collection points. He also sent several “how-to” videos over WhatsApp, which really helped us figure out our temporary home. I would highly recommend renting from him.
Very smoothe. Very friendly
Nice and helpful owner . Easy communication. Van is good to drive. Functional equipment.
we had a really wonderful time with Aurélie’s camper van. A very reliable vehicle and fully equipped with everything we needed to be comfortable both in campsites and finding amazing panoramic views in the Pyrenees to camp overnight. Aurélie is a fantastic host, always reachable and going above and beyond for us. We felt very at home for our whole trip!
La reserva se hizo de forma rápida y sencilla. La camper se comportó genial conduciendo, fácil de llevar y muy versatil para poder aparcar y conducir por diferentes terrenos. El interior es espacioso y bien acabado, una experiencia 100% recommendable.
