geysir car rental ltd - iceland motorhome hire companies

geysir car rental ltd - motorhome hire iceland

Geysir car rental is the biggest local brand vehicle rental in Iceland. The history of the company dates back to 1973. The company has been in current ownership from 2003, specialising in motorhomes rental as well as other vehicle hire.
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Geysir Car Rental ltd Rental Terms

TERMS
The parties to this agreement are Geysir Car Rental ltd. reg. id. #661093-2699 (Geysir) and the person(s), whose name is written on this agreement and identified as either renter or driver of the rented car.

Payment:
The initial deposit paid is non-refundable. Payment will be deducted from your nominated credit card at the time of confirmation.
The balance payable will be detailed within the booking confirmation. This payment will be deducted from your nominated credit card 45 days prior to the travel date. If the travel date falls within 45 days of the date when placing the booking the remaining balance will be collected in full.

Obligations of the renter:
1. The renter agrees to the provisions of this contract and receives a copy of it.
2. he renter/driver shall be at least 20 years old, and shall have held a valid driver's license for at least one year before the rental commences. The renter/driver of a luxury car or a motor home shall be at least 25 years old, and have held a valid driver's license for at least one year before the rental commences. The renter/driver of a larger vehicle (over 3500 kg total weight or more than 8 passengers) shall be licensed accordingly.
3. The renter shall be responsible for the rented car from the time it leaves the Geysir office until Geysir registers the car as returned in its system.
4. The renter shall return the car in the following manner:
a. With all accessories (including tires, tools, documents and other items) in the condition they were in when received, with the exception of normal wear due to normal use. Any missing or damaged accessories may be charged at cost price to the credit card which the renter provided at the beginning of the rental.
b. On the date and at the hour specified by this agreement, or sooner if Geysir demands it. Any time changes must be done and agreed to in writing.
c. To a Geysir car rental premises, unless other wise agreed in writing. Any car which is not returned directly to a Geysir venue is subject to a drop-off charge according to the Geysir price list. Any such charge may be charged from the credit card which the renter provided at the beginning of the rental.
d. With a full tank of fuel. If a car is not returned full, Geysir may charge the credit card which the renter provided at the beginning of the rental for the missing fuel, according to the Geysir price list.
e. Sufficiently clean, i.e. not excessively dirty. This means that the renter should remove all trash from the inside of the car and the interior should be free of dirt. The outside should not be excessively dirty, i.e. not covered in mud, tar or dirt. A car returned excessively dirty is subject to a clean-up fee according to the Geysir price list. The clean-up fee may be charged from the credit card which the renter provided at the beginning of the rental.
If renters fail to empty the toilet tank, a 120 € cleaning charge will be charged to their credit card. Also, if the motorhomes are returned excessively dirty, we will charge at least 100 € cleaning fee.
5. If the renter does not return the automobile at the time agreed upon in this rental agreement, or does not declare his intention to extend the lease, Geysir or the police are authorized to repossess the vehicle without further notice and at the renter's cost. Extending the lease is dependent on the consent of Geysir. If the renter returns the vehicle 1 hour or later after the lease has expired, Geysir is authorized to demand up to 24-hours rental under the terms of this agreement. Any such charge may be charged from the credit card which the renter provided at the beginning of the rental.
6. The vehicle shall be handled and driven carefully. Only those named as renter or driver on the first page of this agreement, and who fulfill the requirements in item 2, are authorized to drive the car. If the car is driven by a person other than those named on this agreement, all insurance policies are cancelled. The renter is then fully responsible for any damage of any kind, both to the car and other damage resulting from the use of the car. The cost of any such damage may be charged from the credit card which the renter provided at the beginning of the rental.
7. The renter is objectively liable for damage resulting from the use of the car for which no compensation will be paid by the insurance company of the car. This includes damage to the car and/or injury to passengers due to the following:
a. Driving where prohibited by law, i.e. off beaten tracks or marked roads, in unmarked paths or tracks, on beaches or other sandy areas, or any other trackless areas.
b. Driving in or across rivers or any kind of water course
c. Intentional acts or gross negligence.
d. Use of intoxicants by the driver.
e. Use of the car that contravenes Icelandic law and/or the provisions of this agreement.

The cost of any damage caused by any of the above actions, as well as all transportation cost of the car, may be charged from the credit card provided by the renter at the beginning of the rental.

8. In the event of a collision or accident, the renter shall immediately notify the appropriate police authorities as well as Geysir of the incident. The renter may not leave the scene before the police have arrived or an accident report has been filled out. Any damage to the car, which is not reported to Geysir, is the responsibility of the renter regardless of any collision damage waivers (CDW or SCDW) taken out by the renter at the beginning of the rental.
9. The number of kilometers (km) that the vehicle is driven while this rental agreement is in force is determined by reading a normal odometer supplied with the vehicle by the manufacturer. The renter shall notify Geysir as soon as possible if the odometer is out of order or stops functioning during the term of the lease.
10. The renter is responsible for any fines or charges that result from his use of the car. This includes but is not limited to parking, traffic, speeding and speed camera fines, and, parking meter and tunnel charges. A handling fee of €50 is charged by Geysir for any official inquiry the company must answer, or any fine the company must pay due to the use of the renter/driver of the rented car.
The renter agrees that this fee and the fine/charge may be charged from the credit card provided by the renter at the beginning of the rental.
11. The renter/driver may not:
a. Drive the car where it is prohibited by law, i.e. off beaten tracks or marked roads, in unmarked paths or tracks, on beaches or other sandy areas, or any other trackless areas. Any renter/driver caught in breach of this article is subject to a fine of €2,000 by Geysir in addition to the fine charged by the police. The renter agrees that these fines may be charged from the credit card provided by the renter at the beginning of the rental.
b. Drive the car on mountain or highland roads, or roads marked "F" on a map or a road sign, including Kjšlur (road 35), Kaldidalur (road 550) and Sprengisandur (road 26) routes, unless the car is a 4 wheel drive or all wheel drive, intended and accepted for such use by Geysir. Any renter/driver caught in breach of this article is subject to a fine of minimum €500, plus one euro (€) for each km driven on a restricted road. The renter agrees that this fine may be charged from the credit card provided by the renter at the beginning of the rental.
c. Operate the car under the influence of alcohol, drugs or other substances.
d. Drive in or across water or rivers of any kind, without assuming all responsibility for the car.
e. Drive in banks of snow, or ice, on glaciers, or on frozen lakes.
f. Smoke in the car. If there is evidence of smoking in the car, such as stubs, ashes or odor, the renter shall pay a clean-up fee of minimum €100.- The renter agrees that this fee may be charged from the credit card provided by the renter at the beginning of the rental.
g. Take the car anywhere outside of Iceland without written permission from Geysir and the insurance company of the car.
12. Geysir is not responsible for the disappearance of or damage to property that the renter or any other party leaves in or transports with the vehicle.
13. The renter agrees to pay Geysir upon request:
a. A deposit amounting to the estimated cost of hiring the car.
b. Any and all expenses incurred by Geysir if the company has to bring the car back to its premises, in the event that it has been left somewhere without supervision, without regard to the condition of the vehicle, the roads, or the weather.
c. Any other charges that may arise from the renter's use of the car.
14. The renter is not authorized to have repairs done or make changes to the car or its accessories, or to put the vehicle up as any kind of security, without the prior consent of Geysir.
15. The renter is not authorized to use the vehicle to transport passengers for payment, loan it to others, or sublease it.

Obligations of Geysir:
16. Geysir undertakes to supply a clean car at the agreed time with a full tank of fuel. If Geysir cannot supply the car ordered at the right time, a car of similar or higher class will be offered instead. If the renter does not receive a car within 4 hours from the agreed time, the rental charges for the day will be dropped. If Geysir does not supply a clean car, any clean-up fees at the end of the rental are waived. If Geysir does not supply the car full of fuel, the renter may return the car with the same fuel level as received, and no refueling charge will be charged.
17. Geysir guarantees that the car meets the demands made for it, and that all official registration standards are met.
18. If the car malfunctions due to normal wear and tear, or for other reasons beyond the renter's control, Geysir shall supply the renter with a comparable vehicle as soon as possible, or arrange to have repairs done as soon as possible by a Geysir service partner. In a case of such malfunction, Geysir does not pay compensation to the renter, neither because of accommodation or other costs incurred. If the renter is without the use of the rented car for a period over 24 hours, a refund will be made for a lost rental day.
19. Geysir shall inform the renter of the content of this agreement, particularly as regards the obligations that the renter undertakes by signing it.
20. Geysir shall inform a foreign renter regarding Icelandic traffic regulations, traffic signs, and regulations banning off-road driving. Geysir shall particularly point out the dangers stemming from animals on the roads.
21. If Geysir wants to limit use of the vehicle with regard to its equipment and/or road conditions, this shall be done in writing when this agreement is signed.
22. Geysir undertakes to maintain valid liability insurance for its business operations.
23. Geysir takes no responsibility for items stowed in the car by the renter or any other party.

Insurance and own risk:
24. The rental fee includes mandatory vehicle insurance, including liability insurance and accident insurance for the driver and the owner.
25. Third-party liability insurance will consist of the amount stipulated by Icelandic law at any given time.
26. In case of damage to the car, the renter is fully responsible. The renter can purchase a separate accident insurance against damages to the car, a collision damage waiver (CDW), which sets the amount which the renter is responsible for, in each case of damage, to the amount stipulated on the front of this agreement. Any renter, who has purchased CDW, can also purchase a super collision damage waiver (SCDW), which further reduces the amount the renter is responsible for, in each case of damage, to the amount stipulated on the front of this agreement. The renter agrees that the amount of self-risk stipulated on the front of this agreement may be charged from the credit card provided at the beginning of the rental.
27. This accident insurance does not cover:
a. Intentional damage or damage due to gross negligence on the part of the driver.
b. Damage resulting from the driver being under the influence of alcohol, stimulants or sedatives, or in any other way incapable of driving the vehicle in a safe manner.
c. Damage due to race or test driving.
d. Damage due to war, revolution, civil unrest, or riots.
e. Damage done by animals.
f. Holes burned into seats, carpets, or mats.
g. Damage affecting only wheels, tires, suspension, batteries, glass (other than windows), radios, or loss by theft of parts of the vehicle and damage resulting from this.
h. Damage caused by driving on rough roads, e.g. to the transmission, the drive or drive shaft, and other parts in or attached to the chassis. Damage to the chassis, or any part of the car, resulting from the vehicle scraping bottom on rough roads. The same applies to damage occurring when stones are thrown up, striking the underside of the car when being driven. The underside of the car is not insured.
i. Damage resulting from driving in places where driving is banned, such as paths, tracks, banks of snow, ice, un-bridged rivers or streams, beaches, places only accessible at low tide, or other trackless areas. This means that there is no insurance on the car when crossing rivers or driving in water of any kind. River crossing must be done with extreme care.
j. Damage to the car caused by driving on mountain roads and roads marked F on a map or a road sign, including the Kjölur (road 35), Kaldidalur (road 550) and Sprengisandur (road 26) routes. (This does not extend to 4wd and all wheel drive cars accepted by Geysir for use on mountain roads - They are insured on all marked roads and tracks).
k. Water damage to the car, its electrical system, accessories or engine.
l. Damage caused by sand, gravel, ash, pumice, or other kinds of earth material being blown onto the vehicle.
m. If the vehicle is transported by sea, no compensation will be paid for damage caused by sea spray/seawater.
n. In other instances, reference is made to the general conditions for accident insurance (Icelandic: kask—trygging) as set by VIS insurance company at www.VIS.is.

The renter agrees that any damages not covered by the insurance of the car may be charged from the credit card provided at the beginning of the rental.

28. The renter may purchase special waivers for damages or loss caused by gravel (GP) or theft (TP) from Geysir. These waivers lower the self-risk of the renter in each case of damage caused by gravel, or loss due to theft, to zero.
29. No insurance covers damages to the underside of the car, to the tires and wheels of the car, or damages caused by water when driving over rivers, pools of water or in lakes. The same applies if the renter puts fuel, water, oil or other solvents in a wrong tank on the car.
30. The self-risk fees with CDW or SCDW do not extend to any of the above damages. The renter bears all risk and all cost of such damages.

General provisions:
30. The renter confirms with his or her signature on this rental agreement and/or attached damage report that he or she has received the car and its accessories in sound condition.
31. This rental agreement shall remain in the car during the term of the rental.
32. Cancellations
The initial deposit paid is non-refundable. In addition to forfeiting your deposit, the following charges also apply:
All fully pre paid rentals are 90% refundable up until 10 days before the rental is supposed to start. Cancellations made after that time will cost 50 % of the rentals worth, but if the cancellation is made the within 4 days of the rental starting, there will be no refund.
Alteration
We update the booking accordingly to the rates that are valid at the season the rental will take place. No penalties for altering bookings, but alterations are subject to availability.
33. Geysir is authorized to take over possession of the car at its discretion and without notice if the car has been illegally parked or used in a manner that does not confirm with the conditions of this rental agreement or law and regulations, or if the car appears to be abandoned. Any cost arising from such measures shall be born by the renter.
34. Smoking is prohibited in all Geysir cars. A cleaning fee of minimum €100 is charged when there is evidence of smoking in the car.
Pets are not allowed in our vehicles.
35. Additions and amendments to the conditions and provisions of this rental agreement shall be made in writing and confirmed in writing by a Geysir representative.
36. By providing his/her credit card details to Geysir, the renter agrees with his/her signature on this rental agreement that Geysir is authorized to charge the card for the rental fee and any other fees, charges or fines that may arise from this rental agreement. This includes:
a. Item 4.a) Missing or damaged accessories.
b. Item 4.c) Drop off charges.
c. Item 4.d) Fuel charges.
d. Item 4.e) Clean-up charges.
e. Item 5. Late return and related costs.
f. Item 6. Damages to the car by others than renter/driver.
g. Item 7. Damages to the car by the renter/driver.
h. Item 10. Fines and handling fees.
i. Item 11.a). Fines for driving where prohibited by law.
j. Item 11.b) Fines for driving normal cars on mountain roads.
k. Item 11.f) Fines for smoking in the car.
l. Item 26. Self-risk for CDW or SCDW.
m. Item 27. Damages not covered by the insurance of the car.
This right shall remain with Geysir until six months after the rental ends.

37. This rental agreement, and any agreements, made on the basis of this agreement and its provisions, fall under the auspices of Icelandic law. This includes any claims for compensation that might be made. This applies both to the basis for and the calculation of compensation. The same applies to claims for damages based on liability outside this agreement. If legal disputes arise concerning this lease agreement, they will be heard before Geysir's legal venue, the district court of Reykjanes, Iceland.
38. Any disputes between the parties to this rental agreement can be submitted to the active Arbitration committee of the Icelandic Consumers Association and the Icelandic Travel Industry Association.

Terms of booking on this website

Information disclaimer
The rates on this website are often heavily discounted. This is due to our negotiated rates and bulk buying power. On very rare occasions, a rate may be displayed incorrectly due to our, or a vehicle supplier's error. In such a case, if you book with us at a quoted rate that is incorrect, we will notify you of any price change and give you the option to proceed or cancel. We make every effort to keep information on our site up to date, but we cannot guarantee this website is free of errors or omissions and retain the right to update or change the information published at any time.

Liability
To the extent permitted by law we/the owners of this website will not be liable to you or to any third party (whether in contract, tort, or otherwise) for any direct, indirect or consequential loss or damage (including but not limited to any accident, injury, delay or loss of enjoyment) arising out of your reliance upon information contained on this website, including but not limited to your use (or inability to use) any products or services described or procured through this website.

When you pick up your vehicle, you will be required to sign a rental agreement with the supplier of the vehicle. Your rental and use of the vehicle will be governed by the terms of the rental agreement and any other documentation or information provided to you by the supplier at the time you pick up your vehicle. The rental agreement is between you and the supplier and we will not be liable to you or to any third party in relation to the terms of the supplier’s rental agreement or any other documentation provided to you by the supplier at the time of pick up.

While we will make reasonable efforts to ensure we are representing only reputable suppliers, we make no warranty about the fitness or suitability of any third party (supplier) product or service and will not accept responsibility for the quality or fitness of any vehicle. We welcome feedback from our customers on their experience with our suppliers. We may, at our discretion, provide you with reasonable assistance in resolving any dispute you may have with a supplier.

Our total liability to you in relation to your use of this website and the information contained on this website will not exceed the dollar amount of the deposit we have received from you in relation to your booking/rental. Refunds will not be made for bookings cancelled due to inclement weather. Again, we strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance. Your use of this website is governed by the laws of New Zealand and the jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.

Booking information
To make a booking you must complete our booking form which is easy to follow and secured with the latest encryption technology. Once we receive your form, we will, subject to availability, confirm your booking by emailing you a confirmation voucher and invoice. The deposit required to secure your vehicle (as shown on the secure booking page) will only be processed on your credit card when your booking is confirmed. Please note that a 1.95% credit card or debit card surcharge will be added when your payment is processed.

A booking is confirmed when you have been emailed a confirmation voucher and at this stage the deposit is processed on your card and becomes non-refundable and any cancellation fees stated in the supplier's terms apply. Upon receipt of your confirmation, please check your details carefully and notify us immediately if there are any incorrect details, as it may not be possible to make changes at a later date.

If you are booking via phone, please make sure you have read the terms and conditions of the vehicle you wish to rent first. Our reservations consultant will ask you if you have read the terms and agree to them before proceeding. The onus is always on the renter to ensure they make themselves fully aware of the terms displayed on our website.

Information disclosure
In booking on this website you acknowledge that we disclose your information to your selected Supplier in order to provide the requested rental services.

Amendments
Please note that some suppliers treat an amendment as a new booking and apply the rate current at the time the amendment is made to recalculate the entire booking amount (not just the days changed). If the rental period is increased, an additional deposit may be required. If the rental period is shortened which results in a reduction of the rental charges, the deposit amount will remain unchanged, and the difference between the original and revised deposit is forfeited (it cannot be used towards remaining rental charges). To request a change to a confirmed booking, please use the alterations request link on your confirmation. Any alterations are subject to availability and the approval of the supplier. In addition to the alteration policy of the supplier stated in their terms, the following charges will apply:
Motorhome rental alterations (all charges stated in local currency): 25.00
The alteration fee will not be charged if your alteration request is not possible.

Vehicle Capacity and fitness to drive
Under no circumstances are you permitted to carry more passengers than the vehicle you rent is legally registered to carry, and if you do your insurance may be invalidated. The number of seatbelts (and passengers) is indicated next to each vehicle on this website. Luggage capacity where shown is an indication only and we will not be responsible should you be unable to fit your entire luggage into a vehicle. It is your responsibility to choose a journey that is within your capabilities. A vehicle supplier can refuse to rent a vehicle to any person who is in their opinion unfit to drive or does not meet eligibility requirements. In such circumstances we will have no further liability to you.

Refund Policy
We are committed to providing a quality service and aim for complete customer satisfaction. In the event of cancellation, any refunds or penalties are detailed in the terms and conditions of your selected vehicle that you are asked to read and accept at time of booking. In the event you are unsatisfied with our service, please contact us within 48 hours of placing your booking or request and we will work to resolve any issues and determine if compensation is due. In the event you have completed your rental and are unhappy with your vehicle, we are happy to assist you in seeking compensation from the operator of the vehicle.

This website is owned and operated by Motorhome Republic Ltd, a global leader in motorhome rental distribution. Our financial centre and marketing office is based at Level 4 Excelsior House, 6 Commerce St , Auckland, New Zealand. Thank you for booking with us.

Geysir Car Rental ltd Rental Terms for travel between 01-Jan-2007 and 31-Dec-2019

The terms and conditions for this period are currently unavailable. If your travel dates fall within these terms, please contact us as new terms may apply which affect the cost of your rental.

Geysir Car Rental ltd Insurance

Insurance and own risk:
We strongly recommend that clients ensure they take out the highest level of travel insurance. In many cases this will cover any losses incurred if you are forced to cancel your booking.
1. The rental fee includes mandatory vehicle insurance, including liability insurance and accident insurance for the driver and the owner.
2. Third-party liability insurance will consist of the amount stipulated by Icelandic law at any given time.
3. In case of damage to the car, the renter is fully responsible. The renter can purchase a separate accident insurance against damages to the car, a collision damage waiver (CDW), which sets the amount which the renter is responsible for, in each case of damage, to the amount stipulated on the front of this agreement. Any renter, who has purchased CDW, can also purchase a super collision damage waiver (SCDW), which further reduces the amount the renter is responsible for, in each case of damage, to the amount stipulated on the front of this agreement. The renter agrees that the amount of self-risk stipulated on the front of this agreement may be charged from the credit card provided at the beginning of the rental.
4. This accident insurance does not cover:
a. Intentional damage or damage due to gross negligence on the part of the driver.
b. Damage resulting from the driver being under the influence of alcohol, stimulants or sedatives, or in any other way incapable of driving the vehicle in a safe manner.
c. Damage due to race or test driving.
d. Damage due to war, revolution, civil unrest, or riots.
e. Damage done by animals.
f. Holes burned into seats, carpets, or mats.
g. Damage affecting only wheels, tires, suspension, batteries, glass (other than windows), radios, or loss by theft of parts of the vehicle and damage resulting from this.
h. Damage caused by driving on rough roads, e.g. to the transmission, the drive or drive shaft, and other parts in or attached to the chassis. Damage to the chassis, or any part of the car, resulting from the vehicle scraping bottom on rough roads. The same applies to damage occurring when stones are thrown up, striking the underside of the car when being driven. The underside of the car is not insured.
i. Damage resulting from driving in places where driving is banned, such as paths, tracks, banks of snow, ice, un-bridged rivers or streams, beaches, places only accessible at low tide, or other trackless areas. This means that there is no insurance on the car when crossing rivers or driving in water of any kind. River crossing must be done with extreme care.
j. Damage to the car caused by driving on mountain roads and roads marked F on a map or a road sign, including the Kjölur (road 35), Kaldidalur (road 550) and Sprengisandur (road 26) routes. (This does not extend to 4wd and all wheel drive cars accepted by Geysir for use on mountain roads - They are insured on all marked roads and tracks).
k. Water damage to the car, its electrical system, accessories or engine.
l. Damage caused by sand, gravel, ash, pumice, or other kinds of earth material being blown onto the vehicle.
m. If the vehicle is transported by sea, no compensation will be paid for damage caused by sea spray/seawater.
n. In other instances, reference is made to the general conditions for accident insurance (Icelandic: kask—trygging) as set by VIS insurance company at www.VIS.is.

The renter agrees that any damages not covered by the insurance of the car may be charged from the credit card provided at the beginning of the rental.

5. The renter may purchase special waivers for damages or loss caused by gravel (GP) or theft (TP) from Geysir. These waivers lower the self-risk of the renter in each case of damage caused by gravel, or loss due to theft, to zero.
6. No insurance covers damages to the underside of the car, to the tires and wheels of the car, or damages caused by water when driving over rivers, pools of water or in lakes. The same applies if the renter puts fuel, water, oil or other solvents in a wrong tank on the car.
7. The self-risk fees with CDW or SCDW do not extend to any of the above damages. The renter bears all risk and all cost of such damages.