Untamed Iceland

Physical Requirements

What to expect:

Moderate

Pacing

Physical requirements

Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids
You must be able to walk at least 3 miles unassisted over the course of each day, participating in 6-8 hours of daily physical activities and standing unassisted for 30 minutes at a time
We reserve the right for Trip Experience Leaders to restrict participation, or in some circumstances send travelers home, if their limitations impact the group's experience
You may encounter animals on this trip. We make every effort to keep these encounters safe, however animals may behave unpredictably or dangerously at times. Please use caution when interacting with animals on this trip: Keep a safe distance, stay alert, and respect the animals

Climate

Daytime temperatures in Reykjavik range from 44-57°F in the warmer summer months to 35-50°F in the fall
Evenings can be chilly, even in summer
Iceland is sometimes subject to harsh weather; the summer months are usually mild, but the weather can still change wildly throughout the year, with strong winds, sleet, rain, snow, and other extreme weather sometimes occurring in the summer

Terrain & Transportation

Travel over some rugged paths, as well as bumpy, gravelly, slippery, and sometimes icy roads by motorcoach and on foot
Travel by 19-passenger and 32-passenger motorcoaches and a whale-watching boat
In Greenland, weather-related flight delays are common; unexpected changes to your itinerary are possible if you reserve this extension
On our Greenland post-trip extension, be prepared to walk along unpaved paths and steep inclines in Kulusuk and Tasiilaq; vehicle transportation may not be available in these areas
Outside of settled areas, many paths in Iceland are unpaved; be ready to walk on gravel pathways each day of your main adventure
We recommend reserving airfare with O.A.T. to reduce the risk of unexpected logistical barriers

Accommodations & Facilities