INTERNATIONAL STUDY TOURS IN ICELAND UNIQUE LEARNING EXPERIENCES FOCUSING ON GEOLOGY, NATURAL SCIENCES & RENEWABLE ENERGY

1. GEO CAMP ICELAND 2020
Tours Start in April 2020 I Duration: 6 Nights / 7 Days
STUDY TOURS TO THE TOP OF THE WORLD
TRANSFORMATIVE LEARNING JOURNEY FOCUSING ON GEOLOGY, NATURAL
SCIENCES & RENEWABLE ENERGY
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2. AN ENERGETIC PLACE TO STUDY
It is no coincidence that Jules Verne used Iceland as a gateway to the
Earth’s core in his novel “Journey to the Centre of the Earth”.
In Iceland you are able to experience one of the most visibly
geological active places in the world, a country that not only inspires
imagination but also provides an active showcase on earth
formation, access to unique geological areas and use of indigenous
renewable energy resources.

3. IT’S ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE
Our objective is to enhance understanding of nature by
strengthening natural science education and creating an
awareness of environmental issues and challenges.
We do this by creating an opportunity for students for active
exploration and dialogue on crucial issues concerning the Earth
and by taking advantage of our natural surroundings and
expertise.

4. Day Wise Itinerary
BRING YOUR STUDY GROUP TO ICELAND
Iceland is one of the safest and friendliest places in the world
to visit. Geo Camp offers a variety of topics for field research
and study tours including geology, renewable energy,
volcanology and seismology, ocean biology and wildlife.
You can also customize your own learning experience by
using pre-prepared field experiments designed to meet the
needs and interest of your students.

5. Arrive into & transfer to your accommodation @
Geo Camp Hostel in the heart of Reykjanes UNESCO Global
Geo park located at Ásbrú in Reykjanesbær.

6. Day 2
Day 2: Topic: General Introduction
Welcome to Geo Camp Iceland & gain a broad understanding of
where you are and what you will be experiancing the next 6 days –
and an insight of how relevant natural sciences can be in an
envrionement such as Iceland.
 ‘The Geology of Iceland’ – ‘Geology of Reykjanes’
 ‘Renewable Energy in Iceland’
 Visit to the Nature/Marine Biology centre in Sandgerdi
 Reykjavik excursion& dinner in Reykjavik

7. Day 3 Topic: The Geology of the Reykjanes Peninsula
Diverging plate tectonics North Atlantic Ridge dividing Iceland – rift
between North American & Eurasian plates
 Hafnir/Sandvik – Bridge Between Continents
 Gunnhver Geothermal Pool Area
 Mid Atlantic Ridge – Lighthouse
 Valahnukur
 Grindavik
 Selatangar
 Eldborg – Walk Up On A Crater
Seltun
 Kleifarvatn Lake
 Lavatube - Exploration

8. Day 4 Topic: Iceland History & Culture– Natural Hazards
 Reykjavik
 Arbaejarsafn
 Settlement Museum
 Nordic Centre of Volcanology
 Natural Hazards Response Centre
 Reykjavik – Dinner

9. History, Geology Geography
 Drive to Pingvellir
 Gullfoss / Geysir
 ‘Gamla LaUgin’ – Secret Lagoon – Bathe In Geothermal Pool
From 1897
 Seljalandsfoss (by Eyjafjallajokull)
 Skogarfoss
 Dinner At Lava Centre -Katla Restaurant
 Asgarour Cabins (Overnight At Eyjafjallajokull Glacier)

10. Day 6: Topic : Global Warming, Geology, Geothermal Activity,
Glaciology
 Reynsifjara – Basalt Column Beach
 Vik- Lunch
 Solheimajokull Glacier – Short Hike
 Urrioafoss Waterfall
 Frioheimar- Geothermal Tomato Farm
 Hveragerdi – Dinner

11. Day 7: Topic: Reflection & Presentation of Group Work
 Breakfast
 Presentation
 Departure
(Program subject to flight timings)

12. Fun Facts
Alþingi, the Icelandic parliament was founded in 930 and is one of the
oldest in the world.
There are volcanic eruptions every few years in Iceland. Most of which
are small and magnificent to look at from afar.
Nearly all of Iceland’s heating and electricity needs are served
by hydroelectric power and geothermal water reserves.
There are no mosquitoes in Iceland. There are in fact very few insects
that can do much more to bother a person than simply existing.
Icelanders don’t have surnames in the traditional sense. The vast
majority of Icelandic surnames simply record the fact that you are your
father's (or mother's) son or daughter. First names are almost always
used when addressing someone, no matter how formal the meeting.
Even the phone book lists subscribers by their first name.
The English word "geyser" comes from the name of the great geyser,
Geysir in Haukadalur, South Iceland.

13. Travel To Learn...Leave the Classroom
& Travel into the REAL WORLD, Open
your MIND & gain AWARENES to lead
a more MEANINGFUL Life
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