Go Campers: An Honest Review for Renters
Everything you need to know about Go Campers' broad-category approach — from budget compacts to 4x4 highland campers, dual pickup locations, and what the mid-market sweet spot actually delivers.
Founded
2014
Fleet size
Not publicly specified (400,000+ explorers served to date)
Pickup
Keflavik Airport, Reykjavik
Base
Reykjavik, Iceland
Why Go Campers Stands Out
Go Campers' position in the market is best described as the balanced mid-market option with real category breadth. The company builds and maintains its campers in-house, which means the fleet is not outsourced or generic — but it also has enough scale and history (founded 2014, 400,000+ explorers) that the operation feels grown-up rather than scrappy.
The dual-office structure is a genuine practical advantage. Having both a Keflavik Airport office and a Reykjavik city office, each with 24/7 self-service availability, gives renters flexibility that most competitors cannot match. Whether you want to start from the airport or the capital, Go Campers can accommodate.
In-house builds
Go Campers builds and maintains its campers in-house rather than sourcing from third parties. That means more control over vehicle quality and consistency across the fleet.
Genuine category breadth
Five distinct segments — compact, medium, large, 4x4/F-road, and rooftop tent — covering everything from budget solo travel to highland expeditions and group road trips.
Dual pickup with 24/7 self-service
Both the Keflavik Airport office and the Reykjavik city office offer 24/7 self-service pickup and return, on top of regular staffed hours. More flexible than most competitors.
Clearest sustainability story
Since 2019, customers can offset emissions through Kolvidur, an Icelandic reforestation initiative. The company reports raising over €5,250 for reforestation — the most explicit environmental program among Iceland's local camper specialists.
Things to Know Before You Book
Insurance tiers
Go Campers' insurance structure is easier to understand than at many peers. Basic leaves a €3,500 body excess and €1,000 gravel excess. Silver reduces both. Gold and Platinum reduce core body and gravel excess to zero. Platinum also adds sand, ash, and tire protection.
The tiered approach means you can make a clear decision about how much risk you want to carry, without needing to decode bundled packages or hidden exclusions.
Base excess is significant
The Basic tier leaves you exposed to €3,500 in body damage liability and €1,000 in gravel damage. Gravel damage is one of the most common claims in Iceland, so consider your coverage level carefully before accepting the default.
Booking & cancellation
Cancellation terms are straightforward but not ultra-generous. Refundable bookings can be fully refunded if cancelled at least 24 hours before pickup. Non-refundable bookings cancelled more than 24 hours before pickup receive a voucher instead of a cash refund. Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice get no refund or voucher, and cancellations within 10 days of pickup carry a €30 processing fee.
Most renters must be at least 20 years old with one year of driving history, though younger drivers may still rent by paying an additional fee.
Pickup logistics
The Keflavik Airport office runs staffed pickup and return from 05:00 to 18:00 in off-peak season and 05:00 to 20:00 in peak season, with 24/7 self-service available at all times. The Reykjavik office follows seasonal hours as well, also with 24/7 self-service. This dual-base, always-open structure is more flexible than what most competitors offer.
The Fleet at a Glance
Go Campers organizes its fleet into five practical categories. Published homepage price anchors give a rough sense of where each segment sits.
Solo travellers & tight budgets
Budget / Compact campers
The entry point, with published pricing starting around $84/day. Compact, fuel-efficient, and suitable for Ring Road trips where the van is functional transport rather than a mobile living room.
Couples who want more space
Medium campers
A step up in interior space and comfort, with published pricing starting around $94/day. A good middle ground for travelers who want more room without jumping to a large van.
Groups & families
Large campers
The largest vans in the lineup, with published pricing starting around $189/day. Genuine living space for group road trips or families who need room to cook, eat, and sleep comfortably.
Highlands & F-roads
4x4 / F-road campers
Four-wheel drive with off-road capability for interior Iceland. Required for any itinerary that includes F-roads. Same in-house build quality as the 2WD fleet, with added highland performance.
Light adventure travel
Rooftop-tent vehicles
4x4 vehicles with pop-up rooftop tents, starting around $94/day. The lightest and most nimble option for travelers who want off-road flexibility without a full campervan footprint.
Official fleet count is not publicly listed, but the company cites 400,000+ explorers served and maintains its vehicles in-house. Mileage policy was not specified in publicly accessible pricing pages.
What Reviewers Actually Say
4.7
Google · ~2,100 reviews
Good overall. Praise centers on staff friendliness, detailed vehicle explanations, and solid vehicle condition. The mild recurring weak spot is airport pickup logistics rather than the vans themselves.
4.1
Trustpilot · ~87 reviews
Decent but slightly more mixed than the best premium players. Positive feedback on staff and vehicle condition, but a smaller review base means individual experiences weigh more heavily in the score.
Google highlights
Staff friendliness and detailed handoff explanations are the most praised aspects. Reviewers also note vehicle condition and occasional upgrade flexibility as pleasant surprises. The dual pickup structure — airport and city — gets positive mentions from travelers who appreciated the choice.
Trustpilot patterns
The review picture is good but slightly more mixed than the strongest premium operators like CampEasy or Cozy Campers. The mild recurring weak spot is airport logistics — coordination and timing — rather than problems with the vehicles themselves.
Market positioning
Among the local specialists, Go Campers is described as the best balanced mid-market option for renters who want real category breadth, dual pickup geography, and a brand that feels operationally mature without losing its local specialization. It also carries the clearest sustainability story in the Iceland camper market.
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