Project Location: This camp will take place in five different places in the south of Iceland, the area where most of the natural wonders in the south are located. Glaciers - Geysirs - Highlands - Volcanoes - Mountains - Waterfalls – can be found in the neighborhood. The places are Gullfoss, Geysir, Seljalandsfoss, Thorsmork and Skógar.
The South of Iceland is unique and that part of the country which by far the greatest numbers of foreign visitors come to. There everything that makes Iceland interesting to visit can be found the year around. Here history follows you at every footstep, both ancient and recent. There is creative art, culture and flourishing trade and endless possibilities to enjoy the outdoor life in all seasons. Above all there is the awesome and
rugged nature from the mountains to the sea.
This camp is perfect for nature lovers and outdoor people.
Work: This workcamp is about awareness. The number of visitors coming to those places has been growing very fast in the last years and unfortunately some people are not having enough respect for nature. The volunteers will give basic information to the visitors about the importance of taking care of nature. In the beginning of the project the volunteers will work together preparing the project. After that we will dived the group in two teams. Each team will stay for two/three days in each of the five places to give the environmental message to the visitors. In the middle of the project the whole group will be united again and also in the end of the project. The volunteers will also help with the maintenance of the areas for two to three hours each working day. The volunteers will do a hike from Skógar to Thorsmork – this is the most popular hike in Iceland between two glaciers and there you can see the famous volcano Eyjafjallajökull.
Leisure: We will do a lot of hiking. WF Iceland will also organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer.
Accommodation and Food: The volunteers will stay in tents most of the time but some nights in community buildings. Volunteers need to bring their own sleeping bag, mats and towels.
Food is included for the duration of the workcamp, however everyone is expected to do their fair share of the cooking and cleaning. Since it is always nice to try new and different dishes, volunteers are encouraged to bring along their favorite recipes from home!
Language: A basic knowledge of English is required for this workcamp.
Terminal: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland
Additional Information: There is an Extra participation fee of EUR 200,– for this workcamp.