Snæfellsnes Peninsula Camping Trips: Food, Toilets & Who Should Go

Lunch and food stops

The tour includes one scheduled meal break in Grundarfjordur, a working fishing village on the peninsula's north coast. You'll have roughly 1.5 to 2 hours to eat and explore. Grundarfjordur has a supermarket where you can buy snacks, sandwiches, and drinks to take on the coach, plus a handful of cafes and restaurants serving hot meals. If you have dietary requirements or prefer your own food, buying supplies from the supermarket is straightforward and affordable.

Many travellers bring their own packed lunch or snacks to supplement what's available locally. The coach does not serve food or drinks during the drive, so consider bringing water and something to eat for the journey to and from the peninsula. The long hours mean you won't have another chance to buy food after leaving Grundarfjordur.

Toilet access during the 11-hour day

Toilets are available at most stops along the route, including at Kirkjufell, Arnarstapi, and during the Grundarfjordur lunch break. However, the coach itself does not have an onboard toilet, so you cannot use facilities during the driving segments. Plan your breaks and water intake accordingly, especially in the morning before the journey begins.

The stops are spaced throughout the day to allow restroom access, but if you have urgent or frequent needs, inform the operator when booking so they can advise on the best approach for your situation.

Arnarstapi village: rest your legs, refuel, use facilities

Children under two are not permitted

Infants and toddlers under two years old cannot join this tour. This restriction exists because the 11-hour duration, lack of an onboard toilet, and the demands of a long coach journey make it unsuitable for very young children. If you are travelling with a baby, you will need to arrange alternative childcare or choose a shorter tour.

Older children and the long coach day

Children aged two and above can participate, but the tour's length requires genuine stamina. Eleven hours on a coach with outdoor walking at each stop suits children who are comfortable sitting for extended periods and interested in natural landscapes. Bring entertainment, snacks, and plenty of water to keep older children engaged during the journey.

Wheelchair users and limited mobility

The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with significant mobility restrictions. Most stops involve walking across uneven terrain, gravel, and volcanic rock. The coach has steps and no wheelchair lift. Hotel pickup is available if selected, but the stops themselves do not have accessible pathways. Contact the operator before booking if you have limited mobility so they can discuss whether any adaptations are possible.

Motion sickness on the winding coastal road

The drive to and around the Snæfellsnes Peninsula includes winding coastal roads with elevation changes, which can trigger motion sickness in some passengers. If you are prone to travel sickness, take preventative medication before the tour begins, sit near the front of the coach, and focus on the horizon rather than your phone or a book. Avoiding heavy meals before departure and staying hydrated also help. The coach moves at a steady pace and the roads are well maintained, but the geography means sharp curves are unavoidable.

Before you book