Iceland is a magical country - and for those that tell you to go in the summer because winter is too unpredictable with the weather, don’t listen to them! I went in November, and as long as you pack well, pay attention to the weather, and drive only ...
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What I Packed
You may think you have all the essentials, but going in Iceland, you need to be prepared for all weather! Check out what I recommend to pack for your trip.
May have ended up wearing this every day because it was so comfy and so cute! Comes in so many colors
Mountain High Half Zip Fleece
Fleece lined beanie was so helpful with the wind!
Connectyle Fleece Lined Cuffed Beanie Hat
Actually were waterproof! Can wear in the snow and behind a waterfall!
REI Co-op Rainier Rain Pants - Women's
Get whatever color, but get a bunch!! These kept my feet so warm in November
Merino Wool Socks | REI Co-op
You absolutely need a good pair of waterproof hiking boots - these were actually waterproof
Women's Newton Ridge™ Plus Waterproof Hiking Boot 1
May seem like an overkill, but came in so handy when we were in our pajamas running out to try to catch the northern lights
Hand warmers came in so handy when we were out waiting for the northern lights!
Hand and Foot Warmers | REI Co-op
Loved these dry bags to keep in our waterproof backpacks since we had no idea what the weather would be like!
Dry Bags: Waterproof Bags & Backpacks | REI Co-op
I bought two sets to wear under my clothes and I was the exact comfortable temperature
Women's HEATTECH + Thermal Clothing | UNIQLO US
North Face makes the warmest puffers - can’t recommend enough
Women's Puffer Jackets
This set of merino socks were AMAZING!
Jeasona Wool Hiking Socks Women 5 Pairs
Cannot recommend these gloves enough! So warm but lightweight. I supplemented with warmer snow gloves
Women's Merino Wool Gloves & Mittens
Affordable snow gloves
MOREOK Waterproof Windproof -30°F Winter Gloves
Where I Stayed
If you’re looking to stay near downtown Reykjavík, but want to be close to the buses and tour pick ups, I cannot recommend this hotel enough
Cannot recommend this hotel enough - the breakfast was amazing and it was so close to downtown. Best perk was its right across the bus stop
Storm Hotel – Nordic-inspired oasis
What to Do
Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area, and Gullfoss waterfall are the traditional stops, but I also recommend making time for the Kretid Crater!
The Golden Circle
So worth it and we had the best guide!
Katla Ice Cave Tour 2025–26: Super-Jeep, Small Groups
A must right after you land since it’s so close to the airoirt - I recommend a time as close to sunrise as possible!
