HeatherAda
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just under 4 weeks until my very exciting holiday.
Has anyone done this or similar? any tips about what to take?
Thanks
Has anyone done this or similar? any tips about what to take?
Thanks
Trekking in Iceland
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Capriole
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ooooh, lucky!
i d love to go, my OH has trkked in iceland and says it was amazing! (he even wants an icelandic horse (he's 6ft + and was in the household cav lol )
i d love to go, my OH has trkked in iceland and says it was amazing! (he even wants an icelandic horse (he's 6ft + and was in the household cav lol )
HeatherAda
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did his legs touch the floor?!?!? they are only 13-14h!
flohelf
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How exciting ! Have a friend who did it; said it was amazing and fell in love with icelandic horses... Much too hot for them out here: the poor things would die
Have fun and tell us all about it when you get back (don't forget to take some warm clothes...)
Have fun and tell us all about it when you get back (don't forget to take some warm clothes...)
Capriole
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i know! he told me he could have walked if hed had his feet free lol
he thinks theyre amazing though, and they do carry anyone it seems. he says theyre really tough.
he thinks theyre amazing though, and they do carry anyone it seems. he says theyre really tough.
HeatherAda
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they are apparently very hardy little things and you get in trouble if you call them a pony!
Capriole
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apparently so, ive been rebuked over that by my OH
(still think theyre ponies though, oops!)
appylass
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I went to Iceland years ago on a camping trip (no trekking though, sadly). It's the most wonderful place to visit, breathtakingly beautiful. I found the daytime temperatures pretty much like a nice summer here, definitely t-shirt weather, but the nights were FREEZING so would recommend warm bedtime clothing! The other notable fact was the huge cost of alcohol so we stocked up duty free on the way there. It was the best holiday ever and I hope you have a wonderful time.
HeatherAda
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brilliant - thanks for that. much appreciated
spider
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Believe you have to take brand new hats and boots or have yours disinfected in a special way?
spider
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Everything is about 3 times the price over there so I would take what you need with you and not plan on too many meals out! Fish and chips is about cheapest at £8 per head!
Capriole
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yes, or have it cleaned - read this
FAQs
* Are contagious animal diseases endemic in Iceland?
* Can I bring live animals with me to Iceland?
* Can I bring animal products with me to Iceland?
* Can I bring used riding gear with me to Iceland? - Disinfection of used riding boots etc.
* Can I bring used sport fishing equipment with me to Iceland? - Disinfection of used sport fishing equipment
* Recommendations to travellers on cruise ships
Are contagious animal diseases endemic in Iceland?
Due to their geographic isolation, Icelandic animals have been protected for many of the contagious diseases that are known in other countries. They are therefore not vaccinated and might be very vulnerable for new diseases. We ask for you cooperation to keep on protecting them and to preserve the health of Icelandic animals.
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Can I bring live animals with me to Iceland?
In accordance with Act no. 54/1900 regarding the importation of animals, it is unlawful to import into Iceland any type of living animal, domestic or wild, nor their genetic material. The Icelandic Ministry of Agriculture, however, is authorized, on receipt of the recommendation of the Chief Veterinary Officer, to grant an exception to this provision of the law, on condition that the terms for granting such an importation are strictly complied with.
More information about importing pets to Iceland can be found here
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Can I bring animal products with me to Iceland?
It is prohibited by law to bring to the country raw meat and other animal products that might carry infectious agents.
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Can I bring used riding equipment with me to Iceland?
Horsemen and others, who are in contact with horses or other animals, should take utmost care to prevent the spreading of infectious diseases during their travels in Iceland and they are reminded of the current rules about import of used riding tack and riding clothes.
It is prohibited to bring used riding equipment to Iceland. Used riding clothes must be thoroughly cleaned and riding boots must be disinfected. Clothes and boots that have been in contact with animals abroad must be treated the same way. Clothes that cannot be thoroughly cleaned or disinfected (leather gloves, wax coats, helmets etc.) may not be brought to Iceland. A certificate of disinfection, issued by an official veterinary authority will be accepted, if presented on entering Iceland. If riding boots have not been disinfected before arrival, the company "Fagræsting sf." operates a fast disinfection service at Keflavik International Airport.
A certificate of disinfection, issued by an official veterinary authority will be accepted, if presented on entering Iceland. If riding boots have not been disinfected before arrival, the company "Fagræsting sf." operates a fast disinfection service at Keflavik International Airport.
Approved disinfectants (the boots must be soaked in the solution for 10 minutes):
Virkon 1%
Caustic soda (0,2%)
Crystalline soda (5%)
Setax (0,3%)
Korsolin (3%)
Formalin (2%)
Phenol solution (2-5%)
Icelanders having visitors from abroad should check that the above conditions have been met, before their guests come in contact with animals in Iceland.
FAQs
* Are contagious animal diseases endemic in Iceland?
* Can I bring live animals with me to Iceland?
* Can I bring animal products with me to Iceland?
* Can I bring used riding gear with me to Iceland? - Disinfection of used riding boots etc.
* Can I bring used sport fishing equipment with me to Iceland? - Disinfection of used sport fishing equipment
* Recommendations to travellers on cruise ships
Are contagious animal diseases endemic in Iceland?
Due to their geographic isolation, Icelandic animals have been protected for many of the contagious diseases that are known in other countries. They are therefore not vaccinated and might be very vulnerable for new diseases. We ask for you cooperation to keep on protecting them and to preserve the health of Icelandic animals.
Back to top
Can I bring live animals with me to Iceland?
In accordance with Act no. 54/1900 regarding the importation of animals, it is unlawful to import into Iceland any type of living animal, domestic or wild, nor their genetic material. The Icelandic Ministry of Agriculture, however, is authorized, on receipt of the recommendation of the Chief Veterinary Officer, to grant an exception to this provision of the law, on condition that the terms for granting such an importation are strictly complied with.
More information about importing pets to Iceland can be found here
Back to top
Can I bring animal products with me to Iceland?
It is prohibited by law to bring to the country raw meat and other animal products that might carry infectious agents.
Back to top
Can I bring used riding equipment with me to Iceland?
Horsemen and others, who are in contact with horses or other animals, should take utmost care to prevent the spreading of infectious diseases during their travels in Iceland and they are reminded of the current rules about import of used riding tack and riding clothes.
It is prohibited to bring used riding equipment to Iceland. Used riding clothes must be thoroughly cleaned and riding boots must be disinfected. Clothes and boots that have been in contact with animals abroad must be treated the same way. Clothes that cannot be thoroughly cleaned or disinfected (leather gloves, wax coats, helmets etc.) may not be brought to Iceland. A certificate of disinfection, issued by an official veterinary authority will be accepted, if presented on entering Iceland. If riding boots have not been disinfected before arrival, the company "Fagræsting sf." operates a fast disinfection service at Keflavik International Airport.
A certificate of disinfection, issued by an official veterinary authority will be accepted, if presented on entering Iceland. If riding boots have not been disinfected before arrival, the company "Fagræsting sf." operates a fast disinfection service at Keflavik International Airport.
Approved disinfectants (the boots must be soaked in the solution for 10 minutes):
Virkon 1%
Caustic soda (0,2%)
Crystalline soda (5%)
Setax (0,3%)
Korsolin (3%)
Formalin (2%)
Phenol solution (2-5%)
Icelanders having visitors from abroad should check that the above conditions have been met, before their guests come in contact with animals in Iceland.
HeatherAda
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all but 2 of my meals are included - quite a good package really, so should be able to keep spends to a minimum
no used leather goods allowed so i'm having my rubber boots sterilised and you're not allowed to take your own hat unfortunately. not sure how much the vets are going to charge me for sterilising though.
Jessica - you are very handy! thanks for all of the above.
no used leather goods allowed so i'm having my rubber boots sterilised and you're not allowed to take your own hat unfortunately. not sure how much the vets are going to charge me for sterilising though.
Jessica - you are very handy! thanks for all of the above.
Capriole
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its probably cheaper to buy a £30 hat new, to take with you rather than faff around with all that
HeatherAda
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the rules say you can't take hats - this is because they can't be throughly cleaned otherwise I would defo take my own.
they are so strict because they have no foot and mouth, rabies etc and want to keep it that way.
they are so strict because they have no foot and mouth, rabies etc and want to keep it that way.
Capriole
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but couldnt you take a brand new, boxed one?
HeatherAda
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not sure to be honest. possibly. have to re check the info they have sent to me.
only worry i'd have would be to have it confiscated at the airport.
i'll see what I can find out.
only worry i'd have would be to have it confiscated at the airport.
i'll see what I can find out.
Capriole
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if they are wanting to confiscate it at the airport you could always post it back to yourself at home
HeatherAda
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good thinking!