Iceland - Land of Fire and Ice

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      Reefs to Rockies
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      49 reviews
      May 25 - Jun 3, 2023
      Group size: 4 - 7
      Iceland - Land of Fire and Ice
      Iceland

      Reefs to Rockies
      • Email address verified
      49 reviews

      May 25 - Jun 3, 2023
      Group size: 4 - 7

      About this trip

      Often referred to as the “Land of Fire and Ice”, Iceland's landscape is characterized by waterfalls, geysers, glaciers, volcanoes, beaches, thermal hot springs, and otherworldly steaming lava fields. In addition to stunning landscapes, Iceland is a birder's paradise. Its remote location at the junction of two oceans allows for a unique mix of migratory and vagrant species. Join Reefs to Rockies and Denver Audubon on this unforgettable 10-day birding and natural history tour to Iceland. 

      About Your Guide: Snorri Ingason

      Snorri Ingason has been guiding Iceland visitors from all over the world since 2012. He's been involved in monitoring bird populations in southwest Iceland since 2008. His passion for a variety of topics ranging from local history and geology to Iceland's charismatic birds is sure to keep you engaged throughout this 10-day expedition. 

      What’s included

      • Ground Transportation
        Private with driver/guide Snorri Ingason
      • Private guiding
        10 days
      • Accommodations
        Based on two people sharing a double occupancy room.
      • Meals as listed
        10 breakfasts, 1 picnic lunch, and 8 dinners
      • Ferry ticket
        From Stykkisholmur to Brjánslækur
      • Entrance fees as listed
        Icelandic Sorcery & Witchcraft in Hólmavík, Myvatn Nature Baths, Blue Lagoon, Sigurgeirs Bird Museum in Myvatn, Hnjotur Folk Museum
      • Whales, Puffins & Sails
        Whales, Puffins & Sails tour from Husavik
      • Domestic flight
        Flight from Akureyri to Reykjavik
      • Donation-Denver Audubon
        A portion of the proceeds from this trip help fund Denver Audubon’s school, family, and conservation programs.

      What’s not included

      • International flights
      • Passport/visa fees
      • Travel insurance
      • Meals not listed
      • Alcohol
      • Spa treatments
      • Optional activities
      • Personal items
      • Gratuities
        Tipping is not standard practice in Iceland.

      Available Packages

      Trip Price
      $5,250
      Deposit: $1,000

      Available options

      Itinerary

      Day 1 (Thurs, May 25)
      Arrival – Reykjavik

      Upon arrival to Keflavik Airport, you'll be met and transferred to Reykjavik for a guided city tour.  This afternoon, soak in the Blue Lagoon's therapeutic waters, an excellent way to relax after your overnight flight. 

      Accommodations: Reykjavik Natura Icelandair Hotel or similar

      Meals: Breakfast

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      Reviews

      This was an extremely well run trip with fantastic wildlife viewing and very comfortable accommodations. Sheridan kept everything running smoothly, and her choice of the local Maasai guides for the large part of the trip, Ping and Peter, was outstanding. I particularly liked the more rustic lodge, Enaidura, that Ping and his partners owned. Having a small group of eight was great, and bird identification by Sheridan and the guides was amazing. The highlight of the trip for me was seeing the big cats( lion, cheetah and leopard), but the extension to Uganda was also an experience of a lifetime. Getting to observe two different mountain gorilla families was such a thrill. I look forward to traveling again with Reefs to Rockies in the future.
      By Lucy H for Kenya Big Cat Safari w/ Optional Uganda Mountain Gorilla Extension​ on Mar 17, 2024
      I have booked personal trips before with Sheridan and reefs to Rockies and they have been amazing. This was my first time doing a small group trip. My trip with Sheridan was amazing. From the well communicated schedule to the other people in the group to the quintessential Kenyan and Uganda vistas, everything about this trip was perfect. I saw so many animals, had so many experiences with our guides Ping and Peter, and had delicious food and drink. , If I could give this trip and my experience with Reefs to Rockies more stars I would.
      By Rebecca H for Kenya Big Cat Safari w/ Optional Uganda Mountain Gorilla Extension​ on Mar 13, 2024
      This was truly the trip of a lifetime. Sheridan and her team always deliver an excellent experience and this trip was no exception. All the camps we stayed at were wonderful and I loved that they employed so many local people. Sheridan put a real focus on ensuring we were supporting the communities we visited and giving back to those communities, which I truly appreciated. While you are often at the mercy of the Mother Nature when looking for wildlife, having such knowledgeable and professional guides who knew the area, knew the individual animals and their behaviors, and knew just where to look ensured that we got to see as many species as possible. I have used Reefs to Rockies now for custom trips where I self guided and group travel. In both situations Reefs to Rockies is a class act that you can count on to deliver a truly wonderful and well-thought out wildlife experience. Thanks Sheridan and team for making this a truly extraordinary trip!
      By Scott S for Kenya Big Cat Safari w/ Optional Uganda Mountain Gorilla Extension​ on Mar 12, 2024
      This was our second trip with Reefs to Rockies and it did not disappoint! In Search of Big Cats Safari was absolutely wonderful. Guides were outstanding, accommodations wonderful and food delicious. Sheridan and R2R does an excellent job of putting together top rate trips! We plan to have them arrange a few more for us.
      By Lorraine L for Kenya Big Cat Safari w/ Optional Uganda Mountain Gorilla Extension​ on Mar 12, 2024
      This was a wonderful trip. There wasn’t anything we had hoped to see that we missed. We enjoyed the group, the guides, and the accommodations. It was a pleasure having Sheridan along with the group. Her knowledge and commitment to assure that all the participants had an exceptional time helped make it a special experience. Thank you. We recommend Reef to Rockies to anyone looking to plan a special vacation.
      By Victor S for Kenya Big Cat Safari w/ Optional Uganda Mountain Gorilla Extension​ on Mar 12, 2024
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