During our traverse of Iceland from North to South, we journeyed through diverse landscapes experiencing a wide variety of weather conditions. When checking the weather forecast, temper your enthusiasm if temperatures seem bearable. Strong, cold winds frequently left us shivering beside the path. Additionally, the cold can intensify, especially during July nights when temperatures dropped below freezing. Consequently, for this hike, we strongly recommend consulting our wind and rain gear list. Click the button below to access it.

On this page, we aim to inform you about additional considerations for your traverse:

– Ensure you bring a hatnet. In Myvatn, you will pass a lake known as ‘the lake of the midges.’ You can imagine that this segment of the trail was particularly challenging.

– Be certain you can carry a total of 6 liters when necessary. There are sections where water sources are absent for two consecutive days. Moreover, Icelandic storms can be formidable, possibly necessitating an earlier camp setup than anticipated.

– Power banks are crucial due to the trail’s remoteness. Consider an extra power bank, especially if you rely on GPS and plan on capturing numerous photos (which you undoubtedly will!).