As far as bucket list items go, traveling to Iceland is about as good as it gets. Hiking, swimming, cold weather, warm weather, waterfalls, volcanoes, hot springs…and that is only a fraction of what you’ll see there!
Because there’s so much to see and do, coming up with travel gift ideas for people heading to Iceland is a brilliant idea, especially if you’re in need of something different.
Travel gifts are always appreciated and because this is such a special destination, there are a lot of really fun gift ideas that are unique to Iceland!
So if you have friends or family that are headed to this spectacular destination, here are some great Iceland travel gifts that will make their trip extra memorable and fun:
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Fjallraven Kanken Backpack
An everyday travel backpack is a fabulous and classic travel gift idea, especially since you can fill it with other gifts, and Fjallraven Kanken is the go-to brand, especially for people heading to Iceland!
In Iceland, they’ll be walking a lot and will want to carry a backpack every single day.
These have a classic, rustic look that isn’t too sporty, but is high-quality enough to do everything a sports backpack needs to do. Plus, they come in a TON of colors.
These are the absolute best backpacks out there and since they’re Swedish, they have a total Icelandic appeal!
Waterproof Waist Pouch
This waterproof waist pouch is an absolute must-have gift for travelers, especially when heading to a place like Iceland where waterfalls and hot springs are part of each day.
They can fit your phone, passport, and money, and they will be completely protected from water…even if you go swimming!
Better yet, they won’t break the bank so this is a fun and easy Iceland travel gift that will get an outrageous amount of use.
Swell Water Bottle
With hiking, walking, and swimming as part of every day in Iceland, a really good Swell water bottle is an absolute must.
Swells in particular make great gifts because they come in so many different colors, but more importantly, they are as high-quality as you can get (they’re soooo durable!).
They’re stainless steel and can keep water cold for hours upon hours, which is amazing when you’re out hiking all day.
What’s also great about a nice water bottle in Iceland is that the water is really safe to drink, but better yet, they actually have water refilling stations in a lot of the tourist spots.
Throw a Swell water bottle inside a Fjallraven Kanken bag and you’ve got the makings for a perfect Iceland travel gift bag! 😉
All Birds Shoes
When it comes to amazing all-purpose travel shoes, All Birds are the newest, trendiest, and all-around best.
They are outrageously comfortable, come in a ton of different colors and look really nice…sporty enough to still classify as a sneaker, but also nice enough to just spend the day in.
If you know someone that has a pair of All Birds, then you probably already know they’re the real deal because people that own these shoes become OBSESSED with them.
For someone heading to a place like Iceland where a lot of walking will be ahead of them, All Birds are a shoe they will LOVE.
This is definitely a great travel gift idea for people heading to Iceland!
Books about Iceland
Books about Iceland are the perfect gift idea for travelers heading to this unique destination.
There are some really great books specifically about traveling to Iceland, but also some really fun one that are about Icelandic history and culture…which is the perfect way to get excited about a trip!
Here are some of the best ones to consider:
- Lonely Planet Iceland (a classic Iceland guidebook)
- The Little Book of Tourists in Iceland
- Sagas of the Icelanders (myths and legends of Iceland)
- The Fish Can Sing (a novel that is set in Iceland)
Ostrich Pillow
You can’t get to Iceland without a flight and one of the newest Ostrich pillows is the perfect way to get some much-needed shut eye.
These pillows are the absolute best when it comes to traveling and you’ll probably find more use for them than just the plane.
Their original design is in a world of it’s own…but also make sure to check out their newest styles! They offer the comfort without the stares. 😉
Lululemon Travel Pants
These pants (also available for men) are one of the greatest travel innovations to come on the market in decades.
They feel like sweatpants, but look like work pants. Seriously.
You can wear them on the flight and be comfortable, then wear them to a nice dinner and look classy.
No matter where you’re traveling, you won’t regret having these pants with you! They’re worth the investment (since you’ll be wearing them ALL THE TIME).
If you’re looking to give someone a travel gift that they’ll never forget, this is it!
Blue Lagoon Tickets
If there’s one attraction that travel to Iceland should include it is definitely the Blue Lagoon!
This spa uses geothermal seawater to give you the most luxurious Icelandic experience you can image.
If you want to visit the Blue Lagoon, you need to pre-book ahead of time, which is why this makes such a great gift idea for Iceland travelers!
Bombas Socks
Socks are another critical piece of clothing that will absolutely need with all the hiking and walking in Iceland – and Bombas socks are the absolute best you can get.
If you’re a Shark Tank watcher, then you’ve probably already heard of these guys!
They make amazing socks, have a huge cult following, and they donate a pair of socks for every pair purchased.
These socks are great gift ideas for travelers, especially when walking and hiking are inevitable (which in Iceland, they definitely are!).
TSA-Approved Toiletry Kit
It’s safe to say that anyone traveling to Iceland will be flying there…so a TSA-approved toiletry kit is a really fun gift idea, especially if they’ll be staying in an AirBnB.
If you want to get them the best of the best, there’s no question that Truffle toiletry bags are your answer.
They’re functional, but also look really amazing, so you won’t feel like your stuff is in a glorified ziplock bag!
There are also some really practical and affordable ones (like these) that you can get right off of Amazon!
Waterproof Speaker
This waterproof speaker is a really fun travel gift idea, especially for a destination like Iceland that involves a lot of wet outdoor activity.
Not only can they take it with them while hiking, swimming, or taking a dip under a waterfall, but they can also use it in their hotel or Airbnb…including the shower!
This is a great way to have music with you wherever you go and it’s definitely an affordable travel gift option!
Travel Sunscreen
If you need a filler for your Iceland gift idea, then travel sunscreen is it!
This may seem boring, but you truly can’t have too much sunscreen, especially if you’re a traveler and the small size becomes really important on today’s flights (each bottle needs to be 3.4 oz or less).
Also, high-quality sunscreen can get expensive! So this is a travel gift that will be appreciated AND used.
There are a lot of really great brands of sunscreen, but here are the best that come in travel size (and airplane approved):
Airbnb Gift Certificate
Iceland is full of really amazing Airbnbs, so if you know your giftee is planning on staying at an Airbnb, then an Airbnb gift certificate is a great idea!
As Iceland becomes a more popular travel destination, the Airbnb options get better and better, so staying at more than one is also becoming common.
I hope these Iceland travel gifts are exactly what you were looking for! Hopefully you too will one day get to visit Iceland, but for now, at least someone close to you can experience it in style. 😉
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