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Check out this article: “What to Pack for Iceland in Summer (Clothing and other Essentials)”.

Things to Consider: The weather in Iceland is unpredictable. Think high 50’s for the high and mid 40’s for the low. Strong winds are possible as well as rain and snow. Make sure to pack waterproof rain gear as well as warmer base layers. We always recommend wool (socks, undershirts and long underwear) as it keeps you warm even when wet. You may also want to bring an eye mask and ear plugs. The sun will rise early and set late. 

Can I bring my own horse riding gear? Yes, but it must be highly disinfected by the online policies.

Clothing for Hiking:

Please bring a hydration pack or bring a waterbottle. You can fill up in the streams in Iceland but we recommend when hiking to take 1 to 2 Liters. On the horses you can take smaller plastic water-bottles in the saddle bags and re-fill on the rides. Never buy water in Iceland because all the drinking water is the best in the world.

 – T shirts or tank top (wool – can be used in warm or cold weather)
-Waterproof Rain Gear  Waterproof jacket
-Warm Jacket
-Layers- Wicking clothing and layers of non-cotton clothing will make regulating your temperature easier during the long hike day-Warm Hat, really warm hat!! and Gloves
-Hiking shorts (I prefer long pants) and wool socks

Laundry:  Hand-wash in the sink. Just prepare to be a bit dirty when riding the horses and the horses don’t mind the dirt.

Shoes: Riding boots with a heal (not cowboy boots) please talk with Colleen regarding boots because we will be riding English. Hiking shoes (shoes with good tred is a MUST), flip flops for hot springs/pools, comfortable shoes for around the guesthouse.  

Other Stuff: 
Swimsuit, fly mask for riding *you can get in Iceland, Journal and pen
Electrical converters/plugs  – You need an adapter adapter allows you to use plugs type: A, B (US types) into outlets type: C or F. Here is one on Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/Iceland-Adapter-American-Electrical-Icelandic/dp/B07CVB88YG?th=1

Toiletries:

Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Shampoo/conditioner
Brush/comb, Feminine hygiene products
Cosmetics, Contact lenses solution

Health:
Sunscreen and sun glasses
Personal prescriptions filled from home
Contact lenses, If you wear prescription eye glasses, pack a spare pair

Documents:
Passport, Driver’s license, Money, credit/debit card, traveler’s checks
Insurance card and contact information, Address book/info

Additional Fees
Sky Lagoon ($105) on July 15 before the retreat starts, Transportation upon your arrival in Keflavik to Reykjavik on the Flybus one way $39. Return: July 23rd to Reykjavik (Reykjavik to airport is $40) *Possible Blue Lagoon on the 23rd and the price will be determined. Meals OYO (On Your Own),  3 lunches and 2 dinners, + pool fees $10,  Krauma Hot Spring and Spa $35, Hvammsvik $85, Blue Lagoon $100

Tips (Suggested  $10-20 a day for guides) 

Leave at home:  
Extra keys, credit cards, membership cards, etc.
Copies of Passport, License, Debit/Credit Cards, Airline Tickets, Itinerary & contact #’s

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