DO NOT buy the Iceland Camping Card until you read this! ????????

Thinking about a campervan or tent trip through Iceland?

The Camping Card (Útilegukortið) can save you hundreds, but only if it fits your travel style.

Here is everything you need to know:
???? WHAT DOES IT COST?
• €179 (~26,000 ISK)

???? WHAT DOES IT COVER?
• Up to 2 adults + 4 kids (under 16)
• 1 accommodation unit (1 campervan OR 1 tent)
• Access to ~35–40 participating campsites across Iceland
• BONUS: Fuel & food discounts at Olís and ÓB gas stations!

????️ WHEN CAN YOU USE IT?
• Summer season ONLY (May 15 – September 15)
• Valid for up to 28 nights total (max 4 consecutive nights at the same campsite)

???? WHERE TO BUY PHYSICAL CARDS?
1. At Gas Stations: Available directly at Olís stations nationwide.
2. In Reykjavík: What’s On Tourist Information (Laugavegur 5) or Útilegukortið HQ (Ármúli 36).
3. Rental Desks & Campsites: Pick it up at major campervan rental desks or participating campsites upon arrival.
(Or just get the digital version via their app instantly!)

⚠️ CRUCIAL RULES TO REMEMBER:
• Doesn't include tourist tax (~400 ISK / $3 per night) or extra fees like hot showers/electricity.
• Famous sites like Skaftafell, Reykjavík Eco-Campsite, and Vík are NOT included.
• Sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis (no advance bookings).

???? THE VERDICT:
If you're 2 adults camping for 8+ nights, it pays for itself! If you're solo or staying under a week, pay per night instead.

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