Packing List - Reykjavík
A weather-led, carry-on-friendly list for 5 days in Iceland with hiking planned.
Scaled for 5 days with laundry available and a Hiking activity selected - kept to carry-on.
- Climate
- ≈4–11°C, wind & rain
- Bag
- Carry-on only
- Days
- 5 (laundry available)
- Rule
- Layer, don't bulk
Don't missA proper waterproof shell - Iceland's weather turns in minutes and it's the one thing you can't fake.
Expect ~4–11°C, frequent wind and rain showers even in summer. Layering and waterproofs matter more than warmth alone.
Layers (the Iceland rule)
- Base layers (merino tee/long-sleeve) essential3Wick sweat on hikes; ~1 per 2 days with laundry
- Mid layer (fleece)1Core warmth
- Waterproof shell jacket essential1Wind + rain are constant
- Waterproof trousers essential1For exposed trails and waterfalls
Footwear
- Waterproof hiking boots essential1Trails are wet and rocky
- Comfortable trainers1City days in Reykjavík
Essentials
- Swimwear1For the Blue Lagoon / local geothermal pools
- Reusable water bottle1Tap water is excellent and free
- Travel adapter (Type F) essential1For Iceland's sockets
Clothing counts assume laundry mid-trip (≈1 outfit per 2 days) and a carry-on, so layers are prioritised over volume. ★ marks things that are hard to buy on arrival.