KuKu Campers vs Camper Rental Iceland
KuKu Campers and Camper Rental Iceland are both locally established operators offering unlimited mileage and a range of vehicles from economy vans to 4x4 campers. This comparison breaks down their fleet options, pickup logistics, insurance approach, and cancellation terms to help you pick the right fit.
At a Glance
KuKu Campers
Camper Rental Iceland
Founded
2012
2013
Headquarters
Klettatrod 19, Reykjanesbaer, Iceland
Keflavik / Reykjavik, Iceland
Fleet size
Categories A-I plus dedicated 4x4 segment (exact count not published)
Official count not published
Pickup
Keflavik Airport
Keflavik Airport, Keflavik Hotel Shuttle, Reykjavik Office, Reykjavik Hotel Shuttle
Fleet & Vehicles
KuKu Campers organizes its fleet into lettered categories from A through I, plus dedicated 4x4 vehicles, spanning economy, standard, and premium tiers. This structured lineup makes it straightforward to compare options within their range, and each category comes with specific F-road permission details for travelers planning Highland routes. Camper Rental Iceland takes a different approach, grouping vehicles into compact campers, large campers, 4x4 campers, rooftop-tent 4x4s, and motorhomes. The inclusion of rooftop-tent 4x4s and full motorhomes gives Camper Rental Iceland a broader spread of vehicle types, particularly for travelers who want either a rugged overlanding setup or a larger motorhome format that KuKu does not list.
Both operators include unlimited mileage with every rental. Where they diverge is in equipment readiness: KuKu Campers includes heating and furniture as standard but lists sleeping gear and WiFi as paid add-ons, while Camper Rental Iceland includes heating, a cooler, and power equipment as standard but treats furniture as an add-on. Travelers should check each operator's included equipment list for their chosen vehicle, as the baseline kit differs.
On market positioning, KuKu Campers leans into insurance transparency with an unusually detailed a la carte menu that lets renters select coverage options individually. Camper Rental Iceland emphasizes competitive entry-level pricing and pickup flexibility, offering four collection points across Keflavik and Reykjavik compared to KuKu's single Keflavik Airport location. Both companies have operated for over a decade in the Icelandic rental market.
KuKu Campers fleet
Tightest budget
KuKu Economy Van
Balanced value
KuKu Standard Van
Comfort on a budget
KuKu Premium Van
+1 more categories
Camper Rental Iceland fleet
Budget travel for couples
Compact Campers
Groups needing space
Large Campers
Highland & F-road access
4x4 Campers
+2 more categories
Equipment & Inclusions
Default equipment included with a standard rental. Individual vehicles may vary. How we rate equipment →
Category
KuKu Campers
Camper Rental Iceland
Sleeping
Mattress only; sleeping bag €23, pillow €7, blanket €7 per rental
Sleeping bags or bed linen on most models
Budget 4x4s may require renting separately (~€22/rental)
Cooking
Gas stove, pot, pan, plates, cups, cutlery, 1 canister
1 canister ≈ 3 days; expect to buy ~2 more
Gas burner on all campervans
Full cookware kit may be add-on on smaller/rooftop-tent vehicles (~€56)
Cooling
Thermoelectric cooler on mid/large vans
Only cools while driving; smallest vans (A/H/I) have none
12V electric cooler on smaller vans; compressor fridge on VW Crafter and motorhomes
Heating
Webasto diesel heater
Webasto diesel heater
Power
Basic 12V and USB from dashboard
No auxiliary battery for living area; no shore power
220V and 12V on campervans, shore power hookup
Water
Sink with running water on mid/large vans
Disabled Oct-Apr due to freezing; small vans have no water
Sink with running water on campervans
Rooftop tent 4x4s have no water system
Furniture
Table & chairs included
Table and chairs as optional extras
Wi-Fi
4G wifi router
4G wifi hotspot
Customer Reviews
Cancellation & Flexibility
KuKu Campers
Cancellation feeA €100 processing fee applies to all cancellations regardless of notice, and cancellations within 48h of pickup get no refund at all.
Official terms →Camper Rental Iceland
Free cancellation (48h notice)Campervans: full refund if you cancel at least 48h before pickup. Cancellations within 48h forfeit a fee equal to the booking deposit. Motorhomes carry a 15% fee even with advance notice.
Official terms →Who Should Choose Whom
Choose KuKu Campersif…
- •You want detailed, a la carte insurance options so you can select exactly the coverage you need rather than bundling predetermined packages.
- •You are planning Highland or F-road driving and want per-vehicle documentation on which routes each camper is permitted to travel.
- •You prefer a vendor with a large volume of customer reviews -- KuKu Campers has over 1,800 Google reviews at a 4.8 rating, providing a substantial feedback record to reference.
- •You are picking up at Keflavik Airport and do not need alternative collection points in Reykjavik.
- •You want a structured fleet with lettered categories (A through I) that makes it easy to compare incremental upgrades across economy, standard, and premium tiers.
Choose Camper Rental Icelandif…
- •You want pickup flexibility -- Camper Rental Iceland offers four options including Keflavik Airport, Keflavik hotel shuttle, a Reykjavik office, and Reykjavik hotel shuttle.
- •You are looking for the lowest published entry-level pricing and want to compare budget options across a broad category range.
- •You need a vehicle type that KuKu does not list, such as a rooftop-tent 4x4 or a full motorhome.
- •Free cancellation matters to you -- Camper Rental Iceland allows free cancellation with 48 hours notice, compared to KuKu Campers' flat cancellation fee of 100 euros.
- •You want standard-included power equipment and a cooler without paying for add-ons, as Camper Rental Iceland lists both as trip-ready across its fleet.
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