What are the current restrictions?
Iceland, as with most countries around the world, has rapidly changing covid border rules and guidance. It’s hard to keep up with the latest covid measures, flight cancellations and border closures.
There was however a little light at the end of the tunnel after announcements made by Iceland’s government last week.
At the time of writing, 20th January 2021 the border controls are quite strict, and flight cancellations are frequent. All travellers that arrive here must download a tracing app (Rakning) take 2 PCR tests, 1 on arrival at the airport and the second 5 days later. In the 5 days between the 2 tests travelers are required to quarantine. After that you are free from quarantine and regular covid rules apply, 2 metres social distancing, and when this is not possible then face masks to be worn in shops and supermarkets etc.
The good news is that with the ongoing vaccination programs throughout the world, a gradual improvement in the situation is expected. To read more about the details from May 1st, please read over this page, and the relevant links on the page.
In a nutshell what this could mean is that from 1st May 2021 travelers who have had Covid or have had the vaccine would be able to come to Iceland without having to quarantine.
Are these new Covid border rules going to change?
Probably yes, and here at Glaciers & Waterfalls we understand the uncertain situations we live live in. For all travelers that do decide to come here after 1st May and book directly through our website we offer a risk free cancellation 24 hours before departure and up to 30% off our private tours.
But why choose Iceland as a destination?
All throughout this pandemic the Icelandic government has done a fantastic job of handling things. Admitted, it is a bit easier being an island close to the arctic circle, with a small population, but we really have been fortunate.
For example, we have never been locked down and life on the whole has remained normal. At the time of writing, schools, gyms, bars and restaurants are open. There are no queues outside super markets and extremely low infection rates (0- 4 people per day).
The only real difference is the lack of tourists.
Also consider this. The main attractions in Iceland are not super crowded parks, busy cities or crowded beaches. The nature itself is Iceland’s largest attraction.
By “nature” we’re talking about doing things like hunting the northern lights, hiking on glaciers, seeing the most amazing waterfalls in Europe or bathing in a hot spring. You could take a trip to highlands of Iceland in a super jeep, explore an ice cave, or go and see the sights of the golden circle tour.
These are just some of the activities you could go for while in Iceland.
Booking for 2021?
Feel free to get in touch with us at Glaciers and Waterfalls if you have any questions in regards to guided tours in Iceland. You can contact us directly here, or head over to our site to browse our tours.
If you are looking for something a little more personal we also offer private tours with up to 30% discount!