Project Location:
Krýsuvík is a geothermal and volcanic area in the southwest of Iceland. It is situated on the Reykjanes Peninsula, about 35 km from Reykjavik.
Krýsuvík is part of the Reykjanes Geopark. This area was recognised as a UNESCO Global Geopark in 2015. A Global Geopark are areas where sites and landscapes that are of international geological significance are managed with a holistic concept of protection, education and sustainable development.
Work
This project focuses on soil restoration and environmental sustainability. Since 2023, Worldwide Friends has been transforming an abandoned site into a welcoming home and learning environment within a protected Geopark covering 300 hectares with several hiking trails.
The main activities include soilwork, combating erosion, monitoring tree plantations, and maintaining hiking paths in collaboration with the local municipality. Greenhouse and agriculture tasks may also be included, but the primary goal is restoring and protecting the local environment.
When outdoor work isn’t possible, volunteers assist with renovation and maintenance tasks such as painting or small repairs. Tasks and workshops may vary with the season, project needs, and weather conditions.
This camp is ideal for volunteers who enjoy physical, outdoor work, environmental projects, and hands-on challenges. As Icelanders say: “If you don’t like the weather, just wait five minutes!”
Leisure Time
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 or even icebergs.
The landscapes surrounding are astonishing. Walking around the park is a very special experience. There are boiling hot springs, mud bubbles and hissing steam is forced out of the earth from geothermal vents. The rich and various colours fade into each other which gives the area a magical impression. You can also find fresh lava where you can feel the warmth of the Earth.
Accomodation & Food
Volunteers will be staying in the house of Worldwide Friends. The house has 10 rooms for 3 to 4 and 6 people each. A fully equipped kitchen, several bathrooms, and common areas. House capacity 30
Wireless internet access is provided free of charge.
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. We encourage our volunteers to try vegan and vegetarian food during their stay with us.
Since it is always nice to try new and different dishes, volunteers are encouraged to bring along their favorite recipes from home!
Additional Information
WF will arrange a minibus trip from City Hall to the Location. Having few stops along the way.
Participation Fees
There is a participation fee for this project.
Terminal & Meeting Point
Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik. Meeting point is at City Hall 09:00 am. Drop off will be at BSI Bus Station at the end of the day of the last day.
Language
A basic knowledge of English is required for this workcamp. Requirements: No special requirements
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