🇮🇸 Iceland · Europe
Safety Iceland
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Iceland is regularly ranked the safest country in the world. Crime is almost non-existent; the real danger comes from nature: brutal weather, icy roads, sneaky waves and volcanic areas.
Specific risks
Theft & petty crime
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Scams
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Natural disasters
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Health risks
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Political stability
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Areas to avoid
- No dangerous neighbourhoods: the risk is natural, not urban
- Reynisfjara beach (black sand): sneaker waves sweep away tourists every year, never turn your back on the sea
- Active volcanic zones (Reykjanes peninsula): respect official closures
- The highlands (F-roads): accessible only in summer and by 4x4, with dangerous river fords
Emergency numbers
Police
112
Ambulance
112
Fire department
112
Health & precautions
Vaccinations
- None required
- Up-to-date routine vaccines recommended
Drinking water
Among the purest tap water in the world, drinkable everywhere. The hot water may smell of sulphur.
Mosquitoes
One of the few countries in the world with no mosquitoes. No notable biting insects.
General notes
Excellent healthcare but very costly care without coverage. The European Health Insurance Card is valid. Long distances to hospitals in the countryside: make sure you're well insured before a hike.
Women travelers
Among the safest countries in the world for women, including solo travellers. Iceland ranks first in the world for gender equality. Standard caution at weekends in central Reykjavik.
LGBTQ+ travelers
Very welcoming and progressive. Marriage equality since 2010, Reykjavik Pride is a major event. No discrimination to fear.
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