Pre-camp in Reykjavik
1st Day; Arrival Day (Pick up BSI Bus Station)
2nd Day; is Excursion day to the Golden Circle!
3rd Day; Departure to the first camp
During the six weeks, you will travel around Iceland starting in Reykjavik for two days, followed by two weeks in Stödvarfjörður in the East, two weeks in Hveragerdi & then 2 weeks in Solheimar- Eco Village in the South of Iceland.
Reykjavik is a city full of energy, just waiting for you to experience it. Powered by heat from the earth below, with ever-changing weather sweeping across the landscape, its natural features are matched by the energy of its residents. All the advantages of a modern, forward-looking society are complemented by the beautiful natural setting.
Our first 2 nights will be at "The Farm" a cozy cabin on top of the hill with a nice view. The house is located 20 minutes from City Hall in the outskirts of Reykjavik. Many hiking trails nearby, and a relaxing geothermally heated pool just a 20' walk away
Stödvarfjörður
“Fjarðabyggð" is an association of villages in the Eastern fjords of Iceland. It includes the town of Stöðvarfjörður, which is where the WF House is located. This village is the most southerly settlement in Fjarðabyggð. A tiny fishing village with steep mountains towering just behind the houses. In this area, you will see some of the features that make Iceland a unique place: spectacular fjords with rich sea life, a great variety of birdlife, and countless breathtaking hiking paths. You will explore the area during your stay in the east.
Volunteers will clean the coastline in different parts of the east and help to recycle the plastic which we are collecting there. We work with the local community as well helping with the reforestation of the areas nearby. Or removing lupines, which is an invasive species affecting Iceland's biodiversity (summer season)
-Accommodation
The house is approximately 500 m² and has 6 quadruple rooms, 2 triple rooms, two fully equipped kitchens, several bathrooms, common areas, and workshop rooms. House capacity 30.
Hveragerdi
Hveragerdi is a small town in the south of Iceland. It is famous for its thermal river that runs in the mountains surrounding the town. Since the area has plenty of geothermal activity, the town has a high number of greenhouses.
Our host is a non-profit organization called the NLFI Rehabilitation and Health Clinic, which is a part of the Natural Health Association of Iceland. Participants will be working in the greenhouses planting and harvesting vegetables, doing weed control and sometimes you will also be gardening. The agriculture that is practiced in the center is organic/bio. The main activities, but not limited to are; Agriculture: cultivating soil; planting; raising, and harvesting crops. Horticulture: growing fruits, vegetables, and plants. Renovation around the property. During winter the work might include snowplowing.
-Accommodation
The house is fully equipped and has 6 double rooms, a fully equipped kitchen, several bathrooms, and a common area.
Sólheimar
Iceland‘s first and only eco-village is located in southwest Iceland. It is a community where people with or without special needs live and work together. Sólheimar is a pioneer in practicing organic farming. In Sólheimar there is an organically certified greenhouse, forestry, and arboretum. Other environmental-friendly projects in Sólheimar include geothermal energy and recycling. The main work in this camp will be with the forestry called Ölur and also in the greenhouses which are called Sunna.
-Accommodation
Participants will be staying in the house of Worldwide Friends in Sólheimar. The house is across the village and has 4 double rooms with private bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and common areas. The common areas are shared with the local workers.
Workshops
Workshops will take place in the late afternoon. Our main focus during the project will be on Global Warming and how to prevent it. Throughout a series of different workshops, the goal is to improve the environmental education and consciousness of the projects’ participants. Take part in this promising project and spring into action against climate change!
Participants Age
We host international volunteers, and most of our participants are between 18 to 25, however, we don't have a maximum age limit.
Camp leaders
There are always one or more leaders for each camp, depending on the size of the group. Leaders represent the link between the hosting community and the group of volunteers. They coordinate the work, organize leisurely activities, plan excursions, organize the shopping, house chores, and cooking sessions. Apart from these additional responsibilities, they are equal to other volunteers. Most of our camp leaders are from other countries, as we are very open-minded in hosting international leaders from other organizations
What to Pack?
Hiking boots
Work gloves
Water bottle
Warm sleeping bag (we only provide bed sheets)
Towel
Swimsuit (to take advantage of the traditional swimming pools and hot springs)
Warm and waterproof clothes/shoes (you will spend time outside)
Slippers/shoes for indoors, we don’t bring shoes inside the houses!
Raincoat
Work clothes (for outside & inside the warm Greenhouses)
Pillow
Medication
Food, photos, or anything interesting related to your country for Intercultural Nights
Cash (ISK or Euros) for camp fees and excursions as we do not accept credit card payments on the spot.
Luggage allowance: 1 large suitcase and a small carry-on
A typical working day has the following schedule:
WF Iceland will organize reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique Icelandic sights, such as waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, lava forests, hot springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam vents, and even icebergs;
WF Cancellation fees & charges
As we start to incur costs from the time the contract is confirmed we will apply cancellation charges as shown below from the time when written notification of the cancellation is received:
Code of Conduct
In order to have adequate conduct during the program, the following points are established that must be complied with without exception.
The house is located 20 minutes by car from City Hall in the outskirts of Reykjavik, (1-hour min by bus) It is a nice cozy place on top of a hill with a nice view. House capacity 10. The house has a fully equipped kitchen, 1 toilet, 1 Bathroom, a living room, 2 mixed dormitories, a Greenhouse, and a tool room.
*Volunteers will be staying in the house of Worldwide Friends in Stöðvarfjörður.
The house has 6 quadruple rooms, 2 triple rooms, two fully equipped kitchens, several bathrooms, common areas, and workshop rooms. House capacity 30. Washing machine available
*Accommodation in Hveragerði
The WF house is located within the Rehabilitation and Health Clinic compound. The house has 6 double rooms, a fully equipped kitchen, several bathrooms, and a living room. Washing machine available
*Accommodation Sólheimar
Volunteers will be staying in the house of Worldwide Friends in Sólheimar. The house is across the village and has 4 double rooms with private bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and common areas. The common areas are shared with some of the local workers. House Capacity: 8. Washing machine available
Food is included for the duration of the work camp; however, everyone is expected to do their fair share of the cooking and cleaning.
We provide a well-balanced and healthy variety of food products that includes a wide variety of whole grains, seasonal fruits & vegetables, pantry staples, dairy products, and vegetarian/vegan options. We try to reduce our carbon footprint on the planet by cutting down our meat intake and we usually encourage volunteers to try more sustainable dishes.
*Breakfast is an individual activity
*Lunch is prepared by the group (Lunch at Hveragerdi & Solheimar is served at the cafeteria)
*Dinner is prepared by the group
Arrival: Volunteers can arrive on the starting day in the afternoon. At 20:00 is the last pick-up from the BSI Bus Station.
Departure: Departure from the camp to Reykjavik is on the last day of the project, on Tuesday. The group will be back in Reykjavik around 18:00. Participants should not book their flights before this. Drop off BSI Bus Station
Keep in mind that you need to arrange for your stay in Iceland before & after the workcamp.
The 2023 Program starts on Monday and ends on Monday, the dates are the following:
Let's get Sustainable - 6 Weeks on the move
Learn about the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN. Embark yourself on an adventure that will take you to discover all of Iceland and its natural wonders.
$333/week
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