Tips in Car Rentals in Iceland

Having the need to avail a rental car in Iceland may not be the best way to save on exploring the island. But, you really don’t have to destroy your budget when you decide to do this. With the absence of buses and taxi on the major cities of the country such as Reykjavik, renting a car will be a big help in giving you the freedom that you want on your vacation trip.

If ever you decide on availing a car rental, we have compile tips that you should remember before renting a car.

1.       Do not purchase insurance – When you avail a car for rent on Iceland, you do not have to purchase insurance for your car. Iceland is composed of at least 300,000 residents. Thieves are rare on the place, so is the cars on the roads. Thus there will be less accidents on the road.

2.       Check online – Iceland car rentals offer good deals online. By browsing first on the car rental websites, you will be able to look for good deals and compare rates than going directly to tourist centers in Iceland. Some of them even offer discounts online, thus you will be able to save a lot through online websites.

3.       Have the car ready at the Keflavik International Airport – Since Keflavik International Airport is about an hour from Reykjavik. You will spend additional charges when you travel to airport and Reykjavik and vice versa. Thus, it might be best to pick up the car from the airport and start your car rental there.

4.       Know what kind of car you will be renting – It will be good to do your research first on the trip that you will have. Know the roads that you need to go through and what type of car will survive this.

5.       Consider the cost of gas – When deciding what kind of car you would rent, do not forget to consider in the cost of gasoline. In Iceland, the gas is sold in liters instead of gallons.

6.       Plan the dates of your rental – In renting a car, remember to carefully plan out the dates. Consider the high and low peaks of renting a car to be able to save money. It will make a huge difference if you rent a car during the low peaks of the season which usually will be on September 1 to May 31.

7.       Consider your budget – Find a car rental company that suits your budget. Always remember that you do not have to spend a lot of money in trying to rent a car. Some are affordable enough that you will still have extra cash on your budget while you are on your trip.