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Iceland National Parks Volunteer Project

2 weeks from

£595
18 - 60 yrs
minimum age

  • This project can give you an opportunity to make an environmental difference
  • Help fight invasive species expansion to protect the endemic flora of Iceland
  • Live and work in Hvanneyri or Mývatn regions of Iceland
  • Take part in ecological restoration in Iceland
Overview

Overview

Join the National Parks Volunteer Project and help with ecological restoration in Iceland, which offers you the chance to immerse yourself in some of the country’s most breath-taking protected areas while contributing directly to their conservation.

Highlights

Highlights

For 11 days, you will live and work in nature, collaborate with local rangers in stunning locations in Iceland, and take part in projects that protect fragile ecosystems and preserves Iceland’s unique biodiversity.

Location

Location

Volunteers contribute to this project in Hvanneyri in West Iceland or Mývatn, both of which offer the opportunity to explore some of Iceland’s most wild and stunning landscapes.

About Iceland

Iceland, an island nation, showcases nature’s most pristine beauty, with its arctic desert landscape interspersed with mountains, glaciers, geysers, hot springs, volcanoes, and waterfalls. Read more about Iceland here.

Free Time

Free Time

During the placement, the volunteers will have the opportunity to explore the surroundings, go on hikes and do some activities like whale watching, enjoying natural hot springs, hiking in beautiful areas and discover Iceland.

Testimonial

Testimonial

My experience with volunteering in Iceland is very positive. I learned lot of new information, met new people and had chance to see bit of Iceland. In my view the project was well organised. And last (but not least) – I feel I did something useful and important for conservation.

Iceland National Parks Volunteer Project

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