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Iceland Expedition

Land of Fire and Ice
15 Days

  • Trek across glaciers and lava fields
  • Cruise through a glacial lagoon and swim in natural hot springs
  • Discuss climate change and biodiversity with Icelandic scientists
  • Explore black-sand beaches where Icelandic horses roam
Iceland Expedition
Iceland Expedition
Iceland Expedition



Dates & Tuition

July 1—15, 2012
July 15—29, 2012

$7,190

International airfare is not included. An escorted round-trip group flight is available between New York and Reykjavík. Click here for information on transportation to and from expeditions.








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On Assignment Projects

Choose one of these On Assignment projects, and break into teams to delve further into your area of focus.

Photography

Capture images of gushing waterfalls, steaming fumaroles, and glaciers that stretch for miles, and develop a photo-essay on Iceland’s fascinating geology. Tell the story of Icelandic culture through portraits of fishermen, children, and scientists you meet. Hone your skills as you shoot pictures of Icelandic horses and puffins.

Climate & Geology

Delve into the science behind global climate change and thermodynamic energy. Initiate a GPS project to measure and map the recession of glacial tongues. Build a model glacier, or measure your group’s carbon footprint. Trek up a glacier with a professional guide to learn about glacial dynamics and morphology.

Filmmaking

Document your journey as part of a digital video-production team. Film receding glaciers, erupting geysers, and hissing volcanic steam vents. Interview local experts on the effect of climate change in this region, or film a day in the life of an Icelandic teenager. Use mobile-editing technology to produce a short film.
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