Planning a camping road trip in Iceland with your KuKu campervan? Then you’ll need more than good intentions and a crumpled tourist map that’s been floating around since 2009.
Those generic Iceland tourist maps? Yeah, toss them.
Most are outdated, vague, and totally unhelpful when you’re trying to avoid driving your camper onto an F-road in a vehicle that wasn’t built for lunar landscapes.
This is why we made something better.
A collection of actually useful, updated Iceland maps created by the KuKu crew – including road maps, hot spring maps, camping maps, and some weird stuff too, because… well, you know us, right?
This guide is your visual cheat code for navigating Iceland with style, snacks, and no regrets. Ready? Let's hit the map!
Good news: camping in Iceland is super easy. There are over 200 campsites sprinkled across the island like confetti – and you won’t need to perform any GPS wizardry to find them.
Prices usually fall somewhere between €7 and €20 per person, depending on the vibe, facilities, and how remote your little corner of heaven is.
Most sites come with the essentials: toilets, showers, maybe even a kitchen if you're lucky. No need to sacrifice comfort just because you're sleeping in a van.
And because we love you, here’s a camping map of Iceland that does the hard work for you. Filter by opening season and type:
🟦 Blue: Campsites open all year round (bless you, possibly-heated-or-at-least-not-so-cold bathrooms).
🟧 Orange: Open summer only (aka when Iceland pretends to be warm).
🟩 Green: Campsites included in the Camping Card Iceland – a magic pass that gives access to around 40 campsites across the country.
The Camping Card is €179 and covers 2 adults + 2 kids. No kids? No problem – couples and best friends also qualify. If you’re staying more than a week, it pretty much pays for itself.
Iceland’s not-so-secret flex? We’ve got some of the most ridiculous waterfalls on the planet.
Big ones, loud ones, sneaky ones hiding in canyons – they’re everywhere.
That said, there are way more than we can count. But if you want to at least level up your waterfall hunting game, we’ve got the goods: check out our Ultimate KuKu Map of Iceland.
It’s got the wild cascades, dramatic drops, and misty giants you didn’t know you needed in your life.
The best part? Many of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls are basically campervan-adjacent, hanging out right off the Ring Road like they’re just waiting for a selfie.
So you won’t need to hike for hours or cross rivers barefoot to reach them – unless you're into that kind of thing, of course.
Grab the Iceland waterfall map, hit the road, and prepare to get misted.
You might already have your personal favorite, but here’s our KuKu-approved top 3 waterfalls in Iceland:
Dettifoss – The drama queen. Europe’s most powerful waterfall, and it knows it.
Svartifoss – Aka the gothic masterpiece. These basalt columns inspired the Hallgrímskirkja church in Reykjavík.
Gullfoss – A national treasure on the Golden Circle, alongside Þingvellir and Geysir. If you're doing the classic loop, this one's basically mandatory.
Still waterfall-thirsty? Seljalandsfoss in South Iceland is an epic stop just off Route 1, and unlike most waterfalls, you can literally walk behind it.
Feeling fancy? Swing by Kvernufoss, a lesser-known gem near Skógar. Just face Skógafoss, head right behind the museum, and follow the trail into this wild canyon.
You’ll find fewer tourists and a full-on waterfall hug moment. Bonus: there’s a great campsite at Skógar, so you can fall asleep to the sound of crashing water. Bliss.
If Icelandic hot springs aren’t on your road trip checklist yet, fix that immediately.
There’s nothing quite like soaking in a steamy geothermal pool while the air nips at your face and your campervan waits nearby. Icelanders have turned hot spring chilling into a full-blown lifestyle – it's social, it's sacred, and it's steamy in the most kid-friendly way possible.
From the iconic Blue Lagoon to secret hot pots hidden in the highlands, there’s a geothermal bath out there with your name on it. And trust us – finding all these hot springs in Iceland wasn’t easy. But we did it. Because we care. And because we really, really love a good soak.
Here’s your reward: the KuKu hot springs map. Let the steamy adventure begin.
Iceland isn’t just about waterfalls and puffins – we’re also sitting on a volcanic jackpot. With 32 active volcanic systems and around 130 volcanoes total, this island is basically a giant pressure cooker with glaciers on top. Cute, right?
You’ve probably heard of Eyjafjallajökull – yes, the one that shut down air traffic in 2010 and gave news anchors around the world a linguistic meltdown.
That eruption also put Iceland on the map (literally) for curious travelers and adrenaline junkies.
Now, with so many volcanoes in Iceland, it’s hard to keep track of which ones are sleepy and which are in “do not poke with a stick” mode.
Don’t worry – we got your back. Just check the official Icelandic volcano map to stay up to date on what’s bubbling. Safety first, selfies second.
Eyjafjallajökull – The drama queen that grounded Europe and went viral before TikTok existed.
Katla – Big, brooding, and overdue. Sitting under a glacier, just to make things more interesting.
Snæfellsjökull – Majestic, mysterious, and Jules Verne’s entrance to the center of the Earth. No big deal.
And just to warm things up, let’s talk Skaftáreldar. The 1783–1784 eruption of Laki was Iceland’s biggest volcanic event. It lasted eight months, caused climate chaos across Europe, and wiped out a quarter of Iceland’s population. Yikes. Respect the lava.
🔥 Wanna get close to the action? Check out our Volcano Sightseeing in Iceland guide with hiking tips, camper access info, and where to crash (not literally) for the night
Picture this: you're standing under a pitch-black Arctic sky, wrapped in a 12-layer outfit that would make a snowman sweat... and boom – the Aurora Borealis starts dancing overhead like it’s performing just for you. Goosebumps guaranteed.
Iceland is smack in the middle of the Aurora Belt, meaning you’re in prime Northern Lights territory. No need for a full moon chant – just a clear sky, a good Aurora Borealis map, and your camper parked in the middle of nowhere.
So, where’s the best place to see the Northern Lights in Iceland? Anywhere with zero light pollution, really. But if we had to pick, we’d say go rogue and head to the Westfjords: Fewer people, darker nights, better selfies. Easy win.
This map will help you scout the top Northern Lights locations in Iceland (because let’s be honest, aimlessly chasing green clouds in the sky isn’t exactly efficient).
Ready to meet the OG sea giants? Time to slap whale watching on your Iceland bucket list. These creatures are MASSIVE, chill, and surprisingly photogenic.
We’ve marked all the major Iceland whale watching companies on this map so you can compare departure points, prices, and how close they’ll get you to a real-life Free Willy moment.
Let’s be honest – puffins are basically the supermodels of the bird world. Small, round, dressed in tuxedos, and always looking vaguely surprised. What's not to love?
Iceland is the ultimate puffin hangout, hosting over 60% of the world’s puffin population. Yep – they love it here. Steep cliffs, isolated islands, fish delivery on demand... it’s puffin paradise.
During summer in Iceland, these cuties settle in colonies all around the coast.
You’ll find them chilling in West Iceland, Eastfjords, and pretty much anywhere with a decent cliff. Our puffin spotting map shows all the top locations – so you can skip the guesswork and go straight to puffin central.
Wanna know how to find them, when they show up, and how to not scare them away with your squealing? Check out our full article: Meet the Puffin in Iceland!
Fun fact: Iceland has no trains. Zero. Zilch.
If you wanna move, you hit the road – and that’s where your trusty KuKu campervan comes in.
Driving in Iceland is a whole thing. We’re talking snowstorms, sideways wind, gravel roads, and the occasional sheep traffic jam. But don’t worry – all our vans are geared up with winter tires and spikes to keep you rolling like a pro.
The star of the show is Route 1, better known as the Ring Road – a giant loop around the island clocking in at 1,332 km (828 miles). Most of Iceland’s top spots are just off this main highway, so you’ll spend a lot of time on it with your Spotify playlist and snacks.
Map: Iceland Ring Road Map - Main, gravel and mountains roads
Pro tip: 10 days is the sweet spot for a full Ring Road tour. Wanna plan it yourself? We’ve got custom itineraries and maps to help you plan your trip like a local (a weird local, but still local).
Now, about those roads:
– Paved roads = smooth and easy, perfect for any car or camper.
– Gravel roads = doable for most vans, just take it slow.
– F-roads = rough, wild, and strictly for 4x4 vehicles only (seriously, don’t try this in your grandma’s Prius).
If you’re unsure where to go or how to get there, shoot us an email. We’ll help you build the wildest, most scenic, and snack-compatible road trip in Iceland you’ve ever dreamed of.
Ah, the legendary F-Roads. Also known as the "are-you-sure-you-want-to-go-there" roads of Iceland. These are gravel roads or rocky tracks, often bumpy, wild, and sometimes equipped with a nice little river crossing just to keep you humble.
Only 4x4 vehicles are allowed on F-roads – and for good reason.
They’re the gateway to Iceland’s most remote areas, often stretching through the highlands and connecting nowhere to slightly less nowhere.
You’ll often find one-lane F-roads winding between glaciers and lava fields, far away from civilization. But if you're sticking to the Ring Road, don’t panic – your front-wheel drive KuKu campervan will do just fine. No F-roads required for that classic Iceland road trip.
⚠️ Important! F-roads are usually closed during winter (and by winter, we mean like more than half the year), so always check road conditions before heading into the wild.
Map: Iceland Road Map - F-Roads
Let’s talk churches – because in Iceland, you’ll find one in almost every tiny town, fjord, or random patch of moss with Wi-Fi.
Why so many? Back in the day, when getting around Iceland was more "survival quest" than "road trip", locals needed a church within walking distance – no one wanted to trek for hours across glaciers just to repent their sins.
So, they built churches. Everywhere. Tiny ones, turf-roof ones, black ones, white ones... you name it.
One of our favorites? The adorable church in Húsavík – a cute little green-roofed gem that perfectly matches the harbor boats nearby. It’s tiny but mighty in the charm department.
Reykjavík isn’t just Iceland’s capital – it’s the cool, quirky, coffee-fueled soul of the island.
And standing tall above it all is Hallgrímskirkja, the church that looks like it came straight out of a sci-fi movie.
Actually, it was designed in 1937 by Guðjón Samúelsson, who took inspiration from the basalt columns you’ll see all over Iceland. Nature said “lava + time = art,” and Guðjón said “yes, please.”
Wanna see the visual link? Just look at Svartifoss, the waterfall in Skaftafell surrounded by those same hexagonal lava columns. It’s like Hallgrímskirkja’s wild cousin that lives in the mountains.
There are so many things to do in Reykjavík, we won’t even try to fit them all in here. Museums, street art, swimming pools, craft beer, puffin shops... it’s a full experience.
So if you want to know what to eat, where to chill, or how to spot a troll in the city, check out our dedicated Reykjavík guide. It’s got everything – except parking advice (because let’s be honest, that’s just chaos).
Welcome to Akureyri, the unofficial capital of North Iceland and home to one of the most iconic buildings outside Reykjavík – Akureyri Church.
Surprise: it was also designed by Guðjón Samúelsson (yep, the lava-loving architect is back again). Perched dramatically above town, this Lutheran church is as photogenic as it gets, and you can spot it from pretty much anywhere in the city.
But Akureyri isn’t just about churches and postcard views – it's also a hotspot for whale watching tours. Pro tip: KuKu Campers has a juicy discount for Elding whale watching, just for you beautiful people. Check our Deals page and go make friends with a humpback.
When you're not on a boat, you can roam the town’s cute cafés, local shops, or stuff your face at one of the many cozy restaurants. We’ve done the hard work and listed our favorite local spots – because that’s the kind of camper fam we are.
Let’s talk about Iceland’s chillest attraction: glaciers. These ancient ice beasts cover around 10% of the island, mostly hanging out in the south like they’re on vacation.
If you’re driving around and don’t see one, check your glasses.
Our Top 3 Iceland glaciers:
Vatnajökull Glacier – The boss. Add it to your bucket list and thank us later.
Hofsjökull Glacier – Massive, beautiful, and kind of mysterious.
Mýrdalsjökull Glacier – This one hides the volcano Katla underneath. Spicy.
🧊 Sad Glacier News: Okjökull used to be a glacier. Then climate change hit hard.
In 2019, scientists declared it too small to carry the "jökull" name, so now it’s just… Ok. Yeah, that’s literally its name now. RIP, ice friend.
If you haven’t seen a glacier up close, fix that. It’s not just pretty – it’s an Iceland must-do.
Feeling fishy? Iceland is full of lakes and rivers, but you can’t just cast your line anywhere and hope for the best.
Step 1: Get a fishing card. You can grab yours at the KuKu Campers reception, because of course we’ve got you.
Step 2: Respect the rules. Not all lakes are created equal, and most of them are privately owned – which means each spot has its own fishing rules, schedules, and fishy attitudes.
We’ve created a fishing map of Iceland with all the top spots marked. Whether you're aiming to catch your own dinner or just want an excuse to chill by a lake with a beer and a rod, this is the ultimate camping flex.
Go full Viking and cook what you catch – just don’t forget the salt.
White sand? Cute. But this is Iceland – we go full lava mode. Most of our beaches are covered in dramatic black sand, the kind that makes you feel like you’ve landed on the moon with a campervan full of snacks.
The most famous of them all is, of course, Reynisfjara, the black sand beach in Vík.
Think moody skies, crashing waves, basalt columns, and sea stacks that look like they belong in a fantasy movie. But hey – we’re not about the obvious here. There are plenty of lesser-known black sand beaches in Iceland that are just as stunning and way less crowded.
Here’s our KuKu Top 3:
Reynisfjara – She’s the Beyoncé of beaches. No explanation needed.
Diamond Beach – Across from Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where glacial chunks sparkle like your ex's promises.
Stokksnes – Mountains, dunes, and moodiness that photographers go feral for.
Ready to plan your black-sand crawl? Check out our Iceland black sand beaches map, and go get that surreal selfie.
Wanna know the story behind each spot? We wrote a whole article just for that – you're welcome.
Iceland might be famous for lava and sheep, but our cities and towns deserve a standing ovation too – even if most of them feel more like cozy villages than actual cities.
Take Húsavík for example. Located up north, it’s got puffins, a postcard-worthy harbor, and enough charm to power your camper’s battery.
If you're really curious, here's the best cities to visit in Iceland:
Wanna know where the action is? Here’s the top 5 biggest cities in Iceland – though keep in mind, “big” is very relative here:
Reykjavík – about 140,000 people and approximately one million coffee shops
Kópavogur – about 34,000 people and a name that confuses GPS systems
Hafnarfjörður – about 28,000 people and home to elves (allegedly)
Akureyri – about 19,000 people and a killer view of the fjord
You’ll find colorful houses, quirky churches, craft beer, and locals who actually want to talk to you. Museums? Sure. Traditional food? You bet.
A sense of “wait, am I in a movie?” – yes, 100%.
Explore our map of Icelandic cities and towns and meet the other side of Iceland – the one with humans.
Still with us? Well done, fellow adventurer – you made it to the end, and you’re about to be rewarded with the Ultimate Map of Iceland.
That’s right: one massive, magical, camper-approved map that combines all the maps we talked about – waterfalls, campsites, volcanoes, puffins, glaciers, cities, hot springs, and more. Basically, it’s the ultimate travel cheat code.
