Hello fellow travelers and other Iceland enthusiasts! Today I’m going to cover why you should always get roadside assistance with your car rental in Iceland.

The land of ice and fire is vast and full of untamed nature just waiting to be explored. But getting to Iceland’s best sites often requires long journeys and going off the beaten track.

There are two things you need to explore all Iceland has to offer with both confidence and the peace of mind you need. Firstly, is a solid rental car and secondly, roadside assistance insurance.

So, without any further ado. Let’s go over the importance of having roadside assistance when renting a car in Iceland.

What is Roadside Assistance?

I’ll kick things off with a little, yet very realistic demonstration.

You’re driving in Iceland and there are beautiful mountains and hot springs everywhere. Then all of a sudden there is a problem. You got a flat tire and there is no way that the standard repair kit in our rental car is going to fix it. You are stranded in the middle of nowhere and the only way out is to call for help.

Iceland is a large island with long, and sometimes difficult roads. Therefore, it can be both time consuming and very expensive to get help if you are not covered for it. That’s a combination no traveler wants, losing both time and money, due to some unlucky on the road. And in Iceland it can be a long wait and cost a lot of money to get rescued.

Now, of course Zero Car Rental is always going to assist you. That is just what a good rental car company in Iceland does. But as the best car rental in Iceland, we go even further. With our roadside assistance we send our nearest contact to assist you as soon as possible and free of charge.

Safe driving in Iceland

A road trip in Iceland is such a unique experience. It is an adventure which allows you to drive past icy glaciers and fiery lava fields all in one trip. Driving in Iceland is therefore not only about the destination but enjoying the journey.

But getting from one place to another in Iceland can be tricky. The best way to travel in Iceland is by car. So, the first thing I recommend before coming to Iceland is renting a car. With a rental car you can control your trip however you see fit.

As mentioned, Iceland is a big island and traveling here takes time. Especially during winter when road conditions are sometimes not as travel friendly as we wish. Some of Iceland’s most popular sites are hours from Reykjavik and some are only accessible for a part of the year.

When driving in Iceland I recommend checking out both weather and road conditions daily and prepare your travel itinerary accordingly.

Remote Roads to Iceland’s most popular sites

Most of Iceland’s residents live along the coastline and distances between towns can be quite long in many areas. Although there might be many interesting sites along the way, this means you are driving in the wild for the most part of your trip. Which is fantastic, until something goes wrong.

Take for example the southern coast of Iceland. It is packed full of interesting roadside attractions. Including Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, some of Iceland’s best waterfalls. As well as black sand beaches like Reynisfjara and Sólheimasandur. As well as Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon, Skaftafell national park and Jokulsarlon Glacier lagoon.

Now if you’re driving from Reykjavik to Jökulsárlón, all these amazing sites and more, are on your way as you follow the Ring Road down the Icelandic south coast. But there are only two small villages between Skogafoss and Jökulsárlón and they are hundreds of kilometers apart.

Why You Should Get a Rental Car in Iceland

This means you’ll be spending much of your valuable vacation time in Iceland inside of your rental car. Therefore, it is highly important to choose a good rental car for your trip.

If you’re going to explore the highland, say for example Landmannalaugar or Hveravelli, you’ll need a 4x4. Only 4x4 or AWD are allowed on Highland roads, marked F-roads in Iceland.

In fact, I personally recommend getting a 4x4 when visiting Iceland in general. Even though you’re not planning on tracking through the wilderness of the Icelandic Highland. You never know, plans change, and you can keep your options open.

If you’re planning on a trip to Iceland in summer a small car or an economy car will do just fine. You could even opt for an electric rental car in Iceland, if you stay on main roads, such as the Ring Road and the Golden Circle.

In conclusion

There is nothing more important than having a carefree vacation. After all, you’re coming to Iceland to escape your real life for a while to have an adventure. To do so you need two things, a good rental car and full cover insurance, which include roadside assistance.

Iceland’s nature and weather is unpredictable enough, you do not need to add another stress factor into the mix. With our roadside assistance you not only save money, but also ensure a safe trip. At the same time, boosting your confidant and allowing you to explore Iceland far beyond your wildest dreams.

If you would like to learn more travel tip before your trip to Iceland, I recommend our blog on Practical info and Driving in Iceland.

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