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Iceland: SEEDS 066. Photography in Reykjavík - Culture Night (SEEDS 066)

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16/08/2026 - 24/08/2026

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Age: 16 - 20

Max number of volunteers: 12

Still room for: 2 Male + 1 Female

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: Bus station: Central Reykjavík (BSÍ)

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Note that this is a learning/sharing camp and not a regular workcamp; this project has a smaller volunteer work part and emphasises the personal learning process over the community impact. We may be able to organise some outdoor voluntary work, but it depends on our partners and the weather conditions.
Participants will have time to put the theory about photography into practice, exploring the city. At the end of the camp, the best photographs from each participant will be selected for an online exhibition on SEEDS' social media. Participants should bring their own digital cameras, lenses, tripods, and laptops, if possible. While learning about photography, the participants have the opportunity to explore Icelandic culture through active participation: capturing it, engaging with it, and showcasing their work throughout the camp. One of our goals is to empower young people to use photography to highlight environmental and cultural subjects and issues.
Participants should be ready to spend time outdoors walking medium to long distances during activities and working within a flexible schedule. Participants will be photographing in their free time outside of workshop hours with images to be discussed at group feedback sessions.
This camp is open to participants aged 16 to 20. During their stay, SEEDS organises a programme that combines learning, sharing, getting to know Iceland and its culture, and having fun while exploring the city and some of the most stunning natural attractions in the Golden Circle and the Hot River hike excursions.

Accomodation and food

SEEDS participants will stay in a house in Reykjavík. The facilities are basic with an equipped kitchen, dining and living room, bathrooms, showers and a washing machine. As participants sleep in shared rooms with up to 6 people, everyone is expected to behave considerately. Please bring your own towel.
Participants will receive food supplies and be in charge of the cooking and cleaning activities. Note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music or games from your country for the intercultural evening. Be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Location and leisure

Reykjavík is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The world’s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and North America. Reykjavík is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.
Additional excursions (eg. the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares depending on time availability, weather conditions, and the number of participants interested in joining them.
Be prepared for cold or rainy weather and bring warm and/or waterproof clothing.

Project hosted by

This is the nineteenth year (since 2008) that SEEDS organises a series of International Photography projects. In 2010 we also began offering these camps for teenagers. Throughout the year, participants from all over the world come to Iceland for an immersive photography-focused learning camp. SEEDS coordinators help participants to develop their unique photographic skills through workshops and feedback sessions on technical settings, compositional considerations, and creating conceptual frameworks that highlight each participant’s individual style.

Directions to meeting point

Meeting time will be 18:00 (6:00 pm) on August 16 at the SEEDS office. Participants that cannot arrive on time (later flights) will receive instructions on how to reach the camp location. Those arriving earlier the same day are welcome from 10:00 am in the office to drop their bags/luggage and wait for the meeting time.

Additional comments

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.

Requirements

Participation fee EUR 650 (Euros), which needs to be transferred to SEEDS the latest one month before the camp starts to confirm the placement. It includes food, accommodation, transportation from the meeting point to the camp (on the first day), the Golden Circle and Hot river hike excursions. We will visit spectacular waterfalls, geysers, impressive coastline, a volcano crater, the Thingvellir National Park and much more.

Iceland: Workcamp leader in Agriculture & Forestry (WFMTV03)

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17/08/2026 - 13/11/2026

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Age: 22 - 99

Max number of volunteers: 2

Still room for: 1 Male + 1 Female

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Access with disability: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: BSI Bus Station

Wi-Fi: Yes

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Placement in the field: Art, Environmental & Renovation Work / Group Management.
Duration: 12 weeks
2 Locations: Hveragerdi & Solheimar Eco-Village
Participants will have the opportunity to visit one or two projects. During this project, the placements will be based on availability and Organization needs. Both projects are within 30 min distance.

Please note that this project is a learning/exchange project where everyone is expected to contribute their own knowledge and experience, and not a standard work camp.

Tasks: Coordinate the work, organize house schedule, and leisure activities, shop, supervise cooking sessions and plan excursions. Organize Workshops. Apart from these additional responsibilities, you will participate in general activities as a volunteer. Projects are organized with international volunteers.

Main Project Activities: Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Gardening & Renovation. Improve the environmental education and consciousness of the project’s participants.

Hveragerði:
The work in this camp is coordinated by The Natural Health Association. They have a Horticultural and Environmental Department, including Forestry, Gardening, and Agriculture (Greenhouse), which is where Worldwide Friends volunteers work most of the time. The work will be in the greenhouses planting and harvesting vegetables, doing weed control and sometimes you will also be gardening. The agriculture that is practiced in the center is organic/bio.

The workcamp leaders will work as a team under the supervision of the Project Manager of the organization, and the Manager from the NHAI.

Sólheimar:
The main work in this camp will be in forestry called Ölur and also in the greenhouses which are called Sunna.
The main activities, but not limited to are; Forestry; managing, planting, using, conserving, and repairing forests, woodlands, and associated resources for human and environmental benefits. Agriculture: cultivating soil; planting; raising, and harvesting crops. Horticulture: growing fruits, vegetables, and plants. Environmental work on the property (Renovation when needed)
*During winter the work might include snowplowing. Participants might be required to help in the workshops in Solheimar.

Accomodation and food

Hveragerði:
House operated by The Natural Health Association in Hveragerði. Located within the medical compound, the house features 9 single rooms, a fully equipped kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a shared common area for relaxation and group activities.
House Capacity: 9 participants total

Sólheimar:
The house is across the village and has 4 double rooms with a private bathroom each, a fully equipped kitchen, and common areas. The common areas are shared with some of the local workers.
House Capacity: 8 participants total

Food is provided and 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, vegetarian/vegan options.

Since it is always nice to try new and different dishes, volunteers are encouraged to bring along their favorite recipes from home! Wireless internet access is provided free of charge.

We encourage our volunteers to try vegan and vegetarian food during their stay with us.

Location and leisure

Hveragerði:
There’s plenty to enjoy in Hveragerði, a charming town known as the hot spring capital of Iceland.
Surrounded by geothermal activity and stunning landscapes, it’s a perfect place for both outdoor
adventures and relaxation. You’ll find scenic hiking trails, greenhouses warmed by natural hot
springs, a geothermal park, a swimming pool, cozy cafés, and local art galleries.

Sólheimar:
A number of interesting attractions are located within the Sólheimar village itself, such as the
charming coffee shop Græna Kannan, Vala Market & Art Boutique: to shop for beautifully hand-
crafted pieces, visit Skalholt Cathedral, and workshops run by local businesses like candle-
making, carpentry, weaving, and soap-making. Surrounded by geothermal activity and stunning
landscapes, it’s a perfect place for both outdoor adventures and relaxation in the local swimming
pool and gym.

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WF Iceland organizes affordable weekend and one-day excursions to Iceland’s most stunning
natural sites — including waterfalls, glaciers, volcanic and geothermal areas, lava fields, hot
springs, and more.
Explore available trips at: wf.is/excursions
(A minimum number of participants is required to run excursions.)

Nature is always within reach here — go hiking, play golf, try ocean swimming, or even skiing.
Remember to plan your hikes safely, respect nature, stay on marked trails, and never climb
steep mountains without a professional guide.
The Northern Lights can be seen from September to April, when the skies are dark and clear.

Project hosted by

Worldwide Friends (WF) is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 with the mission to promote nature conservation, intercultural understanding, and peace through volunteer activities in Iceland.
In 2026, our focus will be on climate action, community resilience, and sustainable lifestyles — empowering participants to take meaningful action in their daily lives and local communities.
WF organizes a variety of programs, including international workcamps, seminars, local community projects, and exchange programs, open to both young people and adults who wish to make a positive impact while experiencing Iceland’s unique culture and natural beauty.

Hveragerði:
Our host is a non-profit organization called the NLFI Rehabilitation and Health Clinic, which is a part of the Natural Health Association of Iceland.

Sólheimar:
Sólheimar is an eco-village in Iceland and is renowned for its ecological, artistic, and international community ethics. Its current population size is about 100 people.
Now powered with thermal and solar energy, the village is fully sustainable, boasting greenhouses, an arboretum, egg-laying facilities and forestry programmes.

Directions to meeting point

We will pick you up from BSI Bus Station, please when you are on the bus let us know. WF staff will pick you up outside the bus station. We will communicate via WhatsApp, there's free Wi-Fi on the bus and at the terminal. If your arrival to BSI is after 20:00 hrs., we won’t be able to pick you up. In this case you can book a hotel for your stay or take a taxi to our Accommodation.

Additional comments

Please note!!! This is only open for participants with good knowledge or education in the field of Agriculture or Environmental Science.
Salary per month: No salaries or pocket money are paid

- Local travels: You will have the opportunity to travel all around Iceland free of charge with the scheduled minibus trips organized by WF Iceland. Please note that travels during your free time are not paid for
- Int. travels: Not paid
-Insurance: Not provided. You need Medical Insurance for your stay in Iceland.

Requirements

An Intermediate to Upper-Intermediate level of English is required. Other languages are seen as an advantage.

During the application process we require an Online Interview with the participant.

Leaders should bring clothes appropriate for outdoor work, but also clothes for working inside the warm greenhouses.

Iceland: Logistics & Community Management (WFLTV06)

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17/08/2026 - 13/11/2026

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Age: 20 - 99

Max number of volunteers: 1

Still room for: 1 Male + 1 Female

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Access with disability: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: BSI Bus Station

Wi-Fi: Yes

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This role combines driver, logistics support, and house caretaker responsibilities for international volunteer workcamps across Iceland.

As a driver, your tasks include picking up and dropping off volunteers from the city center, airport, or camps, transporting participants to work sites and excursions, and supporting logistics such as grocery shopping for large groups. You may also assist in selecting suitable locations for environmental activities such as beach clean-ups.

As a house caretaker, your responsibilities include basic repairs and maintenance when needed, or supervising volunteers performing these tasks. You will help coordinate cleaning teams, support household management, and ensure the houses remain organized and safe. Occasionally, you may assist with cooking when required.

You will travel around Iceland, as the organization operates several volunteer houses located in different parts of the country. Flexibility is essential, as tasks and schedules may change depending on project needs.

Work activities may also depend on weather conditions, so adaptability is important. As locals say, if you don’t like the Icelandic weather, just wait five minutes—it might change.

Working hours may vary depending on the workcamps and organizational needs. However, you will have two days off per week, allowing time to explore Iceland’s unique landscapes. When required, you may also support the organization by leading camps, welcoming participants, and introducing volunteers to the program and project activities.

Accomodation and food

During the workcamps, leaders will stay in shared accommodation in a fully equipped house. Rooms are double or quadruple, and beds and bedding are provided. The house includes essential facilities such as a washing machine and Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable stay during the project.

Food is provided for the duration of the camp. Participants share responsibility for cooking and cleaning, contributing to a cooperative living environment. The organization provides a balanced and healthy selection of food, including whole grains, seasonal fruits and vegetables, pantry staples, dairy products, and vegetarian and vegan options.

Location and leisure

Excursions may include visits to some of Iceland’s unique natural attractions, such as waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, lava fields, hot springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam vents, and even icebergs.

The program also focuses strongly on intercultural learning and exchange. In the evenings, volunteers from different countries will have the opportunity to present their culture in an informal and creative way. This could include a presentation, games, music, theatre, or any other activity you would like to share. We encourage participants to bring photos, traditional food, music, or other items related to their culture to create enjoyable and informative cultural evenings.

This program offers a unique opportunity to spend meaningful time in Iceland with international volunteers, sharing knowledge, exploring creativity, discussing environmental issues, and learning from different cultures.

The areas around the houses are also excellent for hiking and exploring nature. Participants are asked to respect the environment by planning ahead, staying on marked trails, properly disposing of waste, and leaving natural areas as they were found. Wildlife should not be approached or fed, and climbing high or steep mountains without a professional guide is not recommended.

Project hosted by

Worldwide Friends (WF) is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 with the mission to promote nature conservation, intercultural understanding, and peace through volunteer activities in Iceland.

In 2026, our focus will be on climate action, community resilience, and sustainable lifestyles — empowering participants to take meaningful action in their daily lives and local communities.
WF organizes a variety of programs, including international projects, seminars and work with the local community. Open to both young people and adults who wish to make a positive impact while experiencing Iceland’s unique culture and natural beauty.

Directions to meeting point

We will communicate via WhatsApp, there's free Wi-Fi on the bus and at the terminal. Unfortunately, If your arrival at BSI is after 20:00 p.m. we won’t be able to pick you up. In this case, you can book a hotel for your stay (we will pick you on the morning of the next day) or take a taxi to our accommodation.

Additional comments

Working hours are approximately 5 to 7 hours per day during weekdays, mainly focused on environmental work. The schedule includes lunch and coffee breaks. Please note that working hours may vary depending on the workcamps and the organization’s needs. Participants will have two days off per week.
Please make sure to bring warm and durable working clothes that you do not mind getting dirty, as activities take place outdoors and weather conditions in Iceland can change quickly.

Support Provided by the Organisation
- Accommodation: Provided
- Food: Provided
- Pocket Money: €100 per month

Travel
- Local travel: Participants will have the opportunity to travel around Iceland free of charge on scheduled minibus trips organized by the organization. Please note that personal travel during free time is not covered.
- International travel: Not covered by the organization.

Insurance
Participants are required to have valid medical insurance for the duration of their stay in Iceland, as insurance is not provided by the organization.

Requirements

Handyman skills (appliance installation, carpentry, basic plumbing, minor electrical wiring, maintenance, and renovation) DIY skills, motivation, and personal qualities are just as important.
A driving Licence is essential. Winter driving experience (snow/icy roads) is considered an advantage.
An Intermediate to Upper-Intermediate level of English is required. Other languages are seen as an advantage.
Our leaders have to be Positive and Highly Motivated. Proactivity and Organizational skills are a must. Time-management skills and ability to work under time pressure during high peaks of the season.

Iceland: Renovation Team (WFMTV04)

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17/08/2026 - 13/11/2026

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Age: 22 - 99

Max number of volunteers: 4

Still room for: 2 Male + 2 Female

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Access with disability: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: BSI Bus Station

Wi-Fi: Yes

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Placement in the field: Art, Environmental & Renovation Work / Group Management.
Duration: 12 weeks
Weekly hours: 38

The volunteer will work under the supervision of the Renovations Manager. The main tasks are to maintain and renovate the houses that WF is using for the volunteers. The houses are located in different areas of the island.
Your activities include, but are not limited to basic repairs and maintenance tasks as required; For example, painting interior walls, creating murals, laying new floors, replacing doors and windows, installing/renovating playgrounds, and helping to insulate walls. While creating a safe environment for everyone. Additional tasks gardening and performing landscape duties or supervising others in these roles.

Our first priority in establishing this program is that it should always stem from the organizations and the local community's needs. For this reason, our activities may change depending on the local need at any given time.

The project sometimes will require you to take part as a Camp Leader; depending on the organization's needs you will have to help out by leading a workcamp. Organize and run programs for both short-term/long-term volunteers who will do 5 to 7 hours per day of environmental work during the weekdays. As a leader you will have to plan/organize a daily Workshop (from Monday to Thursday) giving a special focus on Global Warming, it can also be about other Environmental issues.

You will travel around Iceland, as our houses are located at various sites across the island. We’re all about flexibility: we expect you to adapt to changes quickly and we encourage you to try new things.
The work will depend on weather conditions, which is why we must be flexible. You should be prepared for unfriendly weather, as they say: if you don’t like the Icelandic weather, just wait 5 minutes and it might change.

Working hours: from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm with lunch and coffee breaks. Note: working hours may vary depending on the workcamps and the organization's needs. However, you will have 2 days off per week. And will be able to discover Iceland's unique sites.

Accomodation and food

During the workcamps the leaders will share a double and quadruple room. Beds, sheets and bedding are provided.
Food is provided and 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, vegetarian/vegan options.
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!

Location and leisure

Weekends are free, however, you will still need to be around. Try to plan activities with the volunteers. Usually, the excursions take place during the weekends. 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;

You can check out all the excursion descriptions available for each camp on our website (https://wf.is/excursions/)

The areas around the houses are also great for hiking. If volunteers want to go for a hike, make sure one of the camp leaders joins them. Remind the volunteers to share their plans in advance.
Nature is always within reach here — go hiking, play golf, try ocean swimming, or even skiing. Remember to plan your hikes safely, respect nature, stay on marked trails, and never climb steep mountains without a professional guide.
The Northern Lights can be seen from September to April, when the skies are dark and clear. Events to attend in Iceland

Project hosted by

Worldwide Friends (WF) is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 with the mission to promote nature conservation, intercultural understanding, and peace through volunteer activities in Iceland.

In 2026, our focus will be on climate action, community resilience, and sustainable lifestyles — empowering participants to take meaningful action in their daily lives and local communities.
WF organizes a variety of programs, including international workcamps, seminars, local community projects, and exchange programs, open to both young people and adults who wish to make a positive impact while experiencing Iceland’s unique culture and natural beauty.

Directions to meeting point

We will communicate via WhatsApp, there's free Wi-Fi on the bus and at the terminal. If your arrival to BSI is after 20:00 hrs., we won’t be able to pick you up. In this case you can book a hotel for your stay or take a taxi to our Accommodation

Additional comments

Make sure to bring warm working clothes that you don't mind getting dirty

Further support from the organization:

Provides Accommodation: Yes
Food is provided: Yes
Local travels: You will have the opportunity to travel all around Iceland free of charge with the scheduled minibus trips organized by WF Iceland. Please note that travels during your free time are not paid for.
Int. travels: Not paid
Insurance: Not provided. You need Medical Insurance for your stay in Iceland.

Requirements

This project is only open for participants with experience or education related to renovation, architecture, engineering, or other studies related to the topic of the project. A driving license is required

An Intermediate to Upper-Intermediate level of English is required. Other languages are seen as an advantage. During the application process we require an Online Interview with the participant.

Technical skills: Handyman skills (appliance installation, carpentry, basic plumbing, minor electrical wiring, maintenance, and renovation) DIY skills. Knowledge of tools and hardware equipment

Our leaders have to be Positive and Highly Motivated. Team work, Self-initiative and Organizational skills are a must. Time-management skills and ability to work under time pressure during high peaks of the season.

Physical skills: Physical strength, Heavy lifting, Hand-eye coordination, Strong eyesight, Good hearing. Fine motor skills

Gear Require: Personal protective equipment (PPE); gloves, gown, helmet, masks, eye protection, boots.

Iceland: Hveragerði - Health & Environment (WF19)

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17/08/2026 - 31/08/2026

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Age: 18 - 99

Max number of volunteers: 8

Still room for: 4 Male + 4 Female

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Access with disability: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: BSÍ Bus Terminal

Wi-Fi: Yes

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We focus on natural healing, wellness, and preventive health care. At the clinic we integrate a holistic approach by making plants and food essential components of each patient’s treatment process.
Participants support the clinic’s sustainability and wellness goals through activities in the greenhouses and herbal gardens. The main tasks include planting, harvesting, and maintaining crops, as well as controlling pests and ensuring plant health.

A special aspect of this placement is contributing to the production of the clinic’s signature herbal tea — assisting in every stage of the process: growing, drying, and packaging the herbs. This tea is later used in the clinic’s meals and treatments, supporting the therapeutic nutrition provided to patients.
This experience offers a meaningful way to understand the connection between sustainable agriculture, health, and natural rehabilitation.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will stay in a house operated by The Natural Health Association in Hveragerði.
Located within the medical compound, the house features 9 single rooms, a fully equipped
kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a shared common area for relaxation and group activities.

Total capacity: 9 people (including Camp Leaders)
Washing machine available on site
Access to the local swimming pool, restricted time (please review Icelandic pool regulations
before use)

Food is included for the entire duration of the work camp; however, everyone is expected to do
their fair share of cooking and cleaning. Since it’s always fun to try new and different dishes,
Volunteers are encouraged to bring their favorite recipes from home!
We also invite everyone to try vegetarian food during their stay with us.
We provide a well-balanced and healthy variety of ingredients, including whole grains, seasonal
fruits and vegetables, pantry staples, dairy products, and vegetarian/vegan options. To help reduce
our carbon footprint, we limit meat consumption and promote sustainable, plant-based meals.
We do not provide soft drinks or candies, but we do offer plenty of ingredients for baking
delicious snacks. As we bake our own bread, feel free to bring your favorite golden-crust recipe
from home!

Please inform us in advance if you have any food allergies or special dietary needs, so we can accommodate you properly.

Location and leisure

There’s plenty to enjoy in Hveragerði, a charming town known as the hot spring capital of Iceland. Surrounded by geothermal activity and stunning landscapes, it’s a perfect place for both outdoor adventures and relaxation. You’ll find scenic hiking trails, greenhouses warmed by natural hot springs, a geothermal park, a swimming pool, cozy cafés, and local art galleries.

WF Iceland organizes affordable weekend and one-day excursions to Iceland’s most stunning natural sites — including waterfalls, glaciers, volcanic and geothermal areas, lava fields, hot springs, and more.

Explore available trips at: wf.is/excursions
(A minimum number of participants is required to run excursions.)
Golden Circle is included in the camp fee!

Nature is always within reach here — go hiking, play golf, try ocean swimming, or even skiing. Remember to plan your hikes safely, respect nature, stay on marked trails, and never climb steep mountains without a professional guide.
The Northern Lights can be seen from September to April, when the skies are dark and clear.

Project hosted by

Worldwide Friends (WF) is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 with the mission to promote nature conservation, intercultural understanding, and peace through volunteer activities in Iceland.

In 2026, our focus will be on climate action, community resilience, and sustainable lifestyles — empowering participants to take meaningful action in their daily lives and local communities.
WF organizes a variety of programs, including international workcamps, seminars, local community projects, and exchange programs, open to both young people and adults who wish to make a positive impact while experiencing Iceland’s unique culture and natural beauty.

Directions to meeting point

9:00:00 a. m.
Reykjavik City Hall, Tjarnargata 11 (Bus stop #1 Ráðhúsið)
Main Entrance
Look out for our Logo!

Additional comments

The first day of the camp is Arrival Day and the last day of the camp is Departure Day. The minibus will be at the meeting point in Reykjavik on the first day of the workcamp in the morning and arrive again at the Meeting point / BSI station in Reykjavik in the evening on the last day of the workcamp. Remember that you must arrange for your stay in Iceland before and after the work camp.

Requirements

Volunteers should bring clothes appropriate for outdoor work, but also clothes for working inside the warm greenhouses!

Iceland: Sólheimar - The Ecovillage (WF410)

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17/08/2026 - 14/09/2026

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Age: 18 - 99

Max number of volunteers: 7

Still room for: 3 Male + 4 Female

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Access with disability: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: BSI Bus Station

Wi-Fi: Yes

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Sólheimar, Iceland‘s first and only eco-village, is located in southwest Iceland, 80 kilometers long (50 miles) east of Reykjavík. Founded in 1930 by a young visionary named Sesselja Sigmundsdóttir (1902-1974), the place has become reputable for its innovation and its ecological concept, attracting visitors and volunteers from all over the world.

It is a community where people with or without special needs live and work together. Sólheimar is a pioneer in practicing organic farming. In Sólheimar, there is an organically certified greenhouse, forestry, and arboretum. Other environmentally friendly projects in Sólheimar include geothermal energy and recycling.

The heart of the Sólheimar ideology is to give all individuals a fair chance and to maximize their potential. Sólheimar focuses on individuals' possibilities, not their limitations. This approach creates a space where each resident can seize every opportunity for growth and development.
Versatility is the strength of Sólheimar, so people with special needs who reside here will always be the center of the community. This concept is based on the idea of reverse integration, where individuals without special needs adapt to the abilities of those who do, and they can work together to create a community that is equal and sustainable. The foundation of the ideology of Sólheimar derives from the visions and lifework of Sesselja herself.

The main work in this camp will be in forestry, called Ölur, and also in the greenhouses, called Sunna. Volunteers will work in the greenhouses, planting and harvesting vegetables, performing weed control, and occasionally gardening. The work might involve work around the property, painting, or fixing things. During the winter, volunteers will also have to help remove snow and keep the walk paths clear for the residents.

Working hours are 09.00 to 16.00 with one one-hour break for lunch, and there are some coffee breaks as well.

Our work will depend on weather conditions, which is why we must be flexible. You should be prepared for unfriendly weather, as they say: if you don’t like the Icelandic weather, just wait 5 minutes, it might change.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be staying in the house of Worldwide Friends in Sólheimar. The house is across the village and has 4 double rooms with a private bathroom each, a fully equipped kitchen, and common areas. The common areas are shared with some of the local workers.

Total capacity: 8 people (including Camp Leaders)
Washing machine available on site
Access to the local swimming pool and gym, restricted time (please review Icelandic pool regulations
before use)

Food is included for the entire duration of the work camp; however, everyone is expected to do
their fair share of cooking and cleaning. Since it’s always fun to try new and different dishes,
Volunteers are encouraged to bring their favorite recipes from home!
We also invite everyone to try vegetarian food during their stay with us.
We provide a well-balanced and healthy variety of ingredients, including whole grains, seasonal
fruits and vegetables, pantry staples, dairy products, and vegetarian/vegan options. To help reduce
our carbon footprint, we limit meat consumption and promote sustainable, plant-based meals.
We do not provide soft drinks or candies, but we do offer plenty of ingredients for baking
delicious snacks. As we bake our own bread, feel free to bring your favorite golden-crust recipe
from home!

Please inform us in advance if you have any food allergies or special dietary needs, so we can accommodate you properly.

Location and leisure

A number of interesting attractions are located within the Sólheimar village itself, such as the charming coffee shop Græna Kannan, Vala Market & Art Boutique: to shop for beautifully hand-crafted pieces, visit Skalholt Cathedral, and workshops run by local businesses like candle-making, carpentry, weaving, and soap-making. Surrounded by geothermal activity and stunning landscapes, it’s a perfect place for both outdoor adventures and relaxation in the local swimming pool and gym.

WF Iceland organizes affordable weekend and one-day excursions to Iceland’s most stunning natural sites — including waterfalls, glaciers, volcanic and geothermal areas, lava fields, hot springs, and more.
Explore available trips at: wf.is/excursions
(A minimum number of participants is required to run excursions.)
Golden Circle is included in the camp fee!

Nature is always within reach here — go hiking, play golf, try ocean swimming, or even skiing. Remember to plan your hikes safely, respect nature, stay on marked trails, and never climb steep mountains without a professional guide.
The Northern Lights can be seen from September to April, when the skies are dark and clear.

Please note there is NO Public Transportation in the village!

Project hosted by

Worldwide Friends (WF) is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 with the mission to promote nature conservation, intercultural understanding, and peace through volunteer activities in Iceland.

In 2026, our focus will be on climate action, community resilience, and sustainable lifestyles — empowering participants to take meaningful action in their daily lives and local communities.
WF organizes a variety of programs, including international workcamps, seminars, local community projects, and exchange programs, open to both young people and adults who wish to make a positive impact while experiencing Iceland’s unique culture and natural beauty.

Directions to meeting point

9:00 a.m.
Reykjavik City Hall, Tjarnargata 11 (Bus stop #1 Ráðhúsið)
Main Entrance
Look out for our Logo!

Additional comments

The first day of the camp is Arrival Day and the last day of the camp is Departure Day. The minibus will be at the meeting point in Reykjavik on the first day of the workcamp in the morning and arrive again at the Meeting point / BSI station in Reykjavik in the evening on the last day of the workcamp. Remember that you must arrange for your stay in Iceland before and after the work camp!

Requirements

Volunteers should bring appropriate clothes for outdoor work (waterproof), but also clothes for working inside the warm greenhouses.

Iceland: SEEDS 070. Photography & Fun in Reykjavík - August (SEEDS 070.)

Dates

25/08/2026 - 02/09/2026

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Age: 16 - 20

Max number of volunteers: 12

Still room for: 5 Male + 1 Female

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: Bus station: Central Reykjavík (BSÍ)

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Note that this is a learning/sharing camp and not a regular workcamp; this project has a smaller volunteer work part and emphasises the personal learning process over the community impact. We may be able to organise some outdoor voluntary work, but it depends on our partners and the weather conditions.
Participants will have time to put the theory about photography into practice, exploring the city. At the end of the camp, the best photographs from each participant will be selected for an online exhibition on SEEDS' social media. Participants should bring their own digital cameras, lenses, tripods, and laptops, if possible. While learning about photography, the participants have the opportunity to explore Icelandic culture through active participation: capturing it, engaging with it, and showcasing their work throughout the camp. One of our goals is to empower young people to use photography to highlight environmental and cultural subjects and issues.
Participants should be ready to spend time outdoors walking medium to long distances during activities and working within a flexible schedule. Participants will be photographing in their free time outside of workshop hours with images to be discussed at group feedback sessions.
This camp is open to participants aged 16 to 20. During their stay, SEEDS organises a programme that combines learning, sharing, getting to know Iceland and its culture, and having fun while exploring the city and some of the most stunning natural attractions in the Golden Circle and the Hot River hike excursions.

Accomodation and food

SEEDS participants will stay in a house in Reykjavík. The facilities are basic with an equipped kitchen, dining and living room, bathrooms, showers and a washing machine. As participants sleep in shared rooms with up to 6 people, everyone is expected to behave considerately. Please bring your own towel.
Participants will receive food supplies and be in charge of the cooking and cleaning activities. Note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music or games from your country for the intercultural evening. Be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Location and leisure

Reykjavík is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The world’s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and North America. Reykjavík is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.
Additional excursions (eg. the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares depending on time availability, weather conditions, and the number of participants interested in joining them.
Be prepared for cold or rainy weather and bring warm and/or waterproof clothing.

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This is the nineteenth year (since 2008) that SEEDS organises a series of International Photography projects. In 2010 we also began offering these camps for teenagers. Throughout the year, participants from all over the world come to Iceland for an immersive photography-focused learning camp. SEEDS coordinators help participants to develop their unique photographic skills through workshops and feedback sessions on technical settings, compositional considerations, and creating conceptual frameworks that highlight each participant’s individual style.

Directions to meeting point

Meeting time will be 18:00 (6:00 pm) on August 25 at the SEEDS office. Participants that cannot arrive on time (later flights) will receive instructions on how to reach the camp location. Those arriving earlier the same day are welcome from 10:00 am in the office to drop their bags/luggage and wait for the meeting time.

Additional comments

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.

Requirements

Participation fee EUR 650 (Euros), which needs to be transferred to SEEDS the latest one month before the camp starts to confirm the placement. It includes food, accommodation, transportation from the meeting point to the camp (on the first day), the Golden Circle and Hot river hike excursions. We will visit spectacular waterfalls, geysers, impressive coastline, a volcano crater, the Thingvellir National Park and much more.

Iceland: SEEDS 068. Alviðra - Awareness, Engagement & Action (SEEDS 068)

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25/08/2026 - 02/09/2026

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Age: 18 - 99

Max number of volunteers: 8

Still room for: 2

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: Bus station: Central Reykjavík (BSÍ).

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The camp is based at Alviðra, which offers a range of activities to connect people with nature, such as community gardens, wildlife workshops, school programs, and hikes. As part of the camp, volunteers help maintain the center through tasks like gardening, renovating the house and other projects such as removing old fences to protect wildlife, marking walking paths, and potentially do forestry work like trimming or planting trees.

This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteers should be prepared to share environmental issues from their home countries and be ready to spend time outdoors. Volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-time schedule. Depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities as planned.

Accomodation and food

SEEDS volunteers stay in an old farm which has been transformed into an environmental education centre. The facilities are basic with an equipped kitchen, dining and living room, bathroom, shower and a washing machine. Volunteers sleep in shared rooms, with up to 6 people per room.

Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Location and leisure

The accommodation is located an hour drive south-east from Reykjavík. The house serves as an environmental-educational centre and sits under Ingólfsfjall, The Mountain of Ingólfur, with a view of Eyjafjallajökull where the volcanic eruptions began in March and April 2010.

The place is registered as natural Icelandic heritage; the nature, vegetation and birdlife is rich in variety and quantity. The volunteers can enjoy outdoor activities in a peaceful and beautiful location with a small stream and a pond nearby. Hiking trails with maps about cultural heritage can be found throughout the area, which is a popular attraction among both foreign and local visitors.

The nearest town, Selfoss, only 10 minutes-drive away, with 6500 inhabitants, is a centre of commerce and small industries where you find a geothermal swimming pool, shops, museums, cafés and bars.

Additional excursions (e.g. Golden Circle, the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula or a day-trip to the city of Reykjavík) can be arranged at discount fares depending on time availability, weather conditions, and the number of volunteers interested.

The weather may be cold or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and/or waterproof clothes.

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This camp is part of SEEDS' ongoing efforts to raise awareness, promote engagement in environmental issues and to support sustainability, organic and permaculture farming, social inclusion, education and hands-on actions in the field. Volunteers will gain insights into local and global challenges through non-formal educational activities such as hands-on work, visits, discussions, and workshops.

SEEDS volunteers have the opportunity to participate in different projects in collaboration with Landvernd (the Icelandic Environmental Organization), the EcoVillage at Sólheimar, the Icelandic Ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, Umhverfisstofnun (the Icelandic Environmental Agency) and Blái Herinn (the Blue Army).

SEEDS volunteers will take on a variety of activities, depending on weather conditions and the needs of our partners including working in the forestry section and vegetable greenhouses in the EcoVillage, as well as participating in a nationwide project to raise awareness of ocean pollution, plastic waste, and engage the group in hands-on cleanup efforts in the area, allowing volunteers to make a direct impact!

Directions to meeting point

Meeting time for the camp is at 16:00 (4:00 pm) on August 25 at the SEEDS Office in Reykjavik. Transportation from Reykjavík to the camp and back, costs EUR 30 one way or EUR 60 for both ways.

Additional comments

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.

Requirements

Participation fee EUR 450 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur. The fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavík to the camp and back, which costs EUR 30 one way or EUR 60 for both ways.

Iceland: Renovation Project (WF211)

Dates

26/08/2026 - 09/09/2026

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Age: 18 - 99

Max number of volunteers: 15

Still room for: 8 Male + 7 Female

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Access with disability: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: BSÍ Bus Terminal

Wi-Fi: Yes

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The renovation team will carry out essential repairs, maintenance, and improvement tasks to support the community in the Bordeyri area. Activities include, but are not limited to:

- Painting interior walls and creating murals
- Laying new floors
- Replacing doors and windows
- Installing or renovating playgrounds
- Insulating walls and improving energy efficiency
- Performing gardening and landscaping tasks
- Supervising or assisting others in these roles

All activities are carried out with safety as a priority, ensuring a secure environment for participants and the community. The renovated houses and facilities will be used for local community purposes, providing long-term benefits to Bordeyri residents.

This project is ideal for participants interested in hands-on work, construction, and community development, contributing directly to the revitalization of this rural Icelandic community. Work will depend on weather conditions, so flexibility is essential. Working hours are approximately 5 hours
a day, 5 days a week. As the Icelandic saying goes: “If you don’t like the weather, just wait five minutes—it might change.”

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will stay at the Worldwide Friends house in Brú, which can accommodate up to 30 people. The house features 12 double rooms, several bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, common areas, workshop rooms, and galleries.
Wireless internet access and a washing machine are available for all volunteers.
Food is included for the duration of the work camp. Volunteers are expected to share responsibilities for cooking and cleaning. Meals are well-balanced and healthy, featuring whole grains, seasonal fruits and vegetables, pantry staples, and dairy products. Vegetarian diet encouraged.

Location and leisure

Worldwide Friends Iceland is running a center of Environment & Sustainability near the crossroads to the West, South, and North of Iceland. The center is called BRÚ, and it is located in Hrutafjordur which is 36 km long fjord in Hunathing vestra, on the R1.
Keep in mind that is a 1-hour drive to the closest city (Borganes). Based just off the main road, we are not set in a town, therefore the only way to get around is by car. Brú's stunning surrounding countryside offers the perfect tonic to relax and leave the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Around the house, you can find a lot of pure and unspoiled nature, waterfalls, rivers, canyons, and craters. The purpose of the center is to protect nature in the area and to raise awareness of sustainability among the locals and the visitors who are coming to the area. The area nearby is great for hiking.
The best time to see aurora borealis in Iceland is between September and April. It’s when the nights are dark enough to see the Aurora. Iceland only gets 2-4 hours of daylight in midwinter, providing endless opportunities to hunt for aurora borealis.

We will also concentrate on intercultural learning and exchange. Every evening, volunteers from different countries will be in charge of presenting their country of origin and culture in an informal way. It can be a presentation, a game, or theatre – the form of introduction is up to you! Therefore, we encourage you to bring along some food, photos, or anything interesting related to your country for a fun and informative evening amongst other volunteers.

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.

This workcamp allows you to spend an amazing time in Iceland with other international volunteers and to have an incredible experience where participants share their knowledge while exploring creativity, environmental issues, and intercultural learning.

Project hosted by

Worldwide Friends (WF) is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 with the mission to promote nature conservation, intercultural understanding, and peace through volunteer activities in Iceland.

In 2026, our focus will be on climate action, community resilience, and sustainable lifestyles — empowering participants to take meaningful action in their daily lives and local communities.
WF organizes a variety of programs, including international workcamps, seminars, local community projects, and exchange programs, open to both young people and adults who wish to make a positive impact while experiencing Iceland’s unique culture and natural beauty.

Directions to meeting point

9:00 a.m.
Reykjavík City Hall, Tjarnargata 11 (Bus stop #1 Ráðhúsið)
Main Entrance
Look out for our logo!

Additional comments

The first day of the camp is Arrival Day and the last day of the camp is Departure Day. The minibus will be at the meeting point in Reykjavik on the first day of the workcamp in the morning and arrive again at the Meeting point / BSÍ Bus Terminal in Reykjavik in the evening on the last day of the workcamp. Keep in mind that you need to arrange for your stay in Iceland before and after the workcamp.

Requirements

Please make sure to bring:

Warm outdoor work clothes suitable for Icelandic weather
Waterproof gear (jackets, pants, boots)
Personal protective equipment as needed for renovation and outdoor work (e.g., gloves, safety glasses, helmets)

Iceland: SEEDS 063. Forestry in the West of Iceland (SEEDS 063.)

Dates

30/08/2026 - 13/09/2026

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Max number of volunteers: 8

Still room for: 3 Male + 1 Female

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: BSI Bus Station

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The main tasks at hand are related to forestry, to maintaining and repairing footpaths within the forest. SEEDS volunteers will perform four different types of tasks depending on the project and host needs each time.
Well maintained paths enable people to visit these amazing areas without damaging them and this important work also helps to improve safety for visitors. Most of the work is done by hand with wheelbarrows and hand tools. Additional tasks may be cleaning or beautifying the area, like hand-picking garbage or collecting trash blown by the wind in the area and its surroundings.
The working day normally runs from 09:00 - 17:00, with breaks for lunch and coffee. No previous experience is necessary but the work is demanding, it can be repetitive and requires a good physical condition. As it is outdoors work, volunteers shall be ready to adapt and be flexible with the working and free-time schedule, as depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the tasks or activities planned. The plan will depend on the needs of the host, the advance of the diverse projects and of course on the weather conditions.
Volunteers need to be motivated to work outdoors on physical jobs and under changeable weather. Weather is unpredictable and it can be cold and/or rainy, be prepared to experience all kinds of weather.

Accomodation and food

SEEDS volunteers will sleep in beds in a house belonging to the Icelandic Forest Service. The facilities are basic with an equipped kitchen, dining and living room, bathroom, showers and a washing machine. Participants sleep in shared rooms with up to 4 people so everyone is expected to behave considerately. Please bring your own towel and sleeping bag. There is no WiFi Internet in the house.
Volunteers will receive food supplies and be in charge of the cooking and cleaning activities. Note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music or games from your country for the intercultural evening. Be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Location and leisure

The work takes place in the forest Stálpastaðaskógur which is located about 25 km from Borgarnes and about 3 km from Bifröst. In the area there are many interesting places to visit, the waterfalls Glanni and Barnafossar, hiking trails and Húsafell, a summer house area with a camp site, hot springs, glacier view
West Iceland is famous for its Sagas, most of the Icelandic Sagas were written in West Iceland. Egils Saga, Sturlunga saga and Laxdæla are all stories of farmers, vikings and outlaws in year 850-1000. In West Iceland you will also have a lot of stories of elves and trolls and folk tales. The area is very charming with a lot of history
This work camp takes place in a very remote place, located in a natural area of extreme beauty. Outdoor free-time activities, for instance hikes or walks in the surroundings, will be arranged for SEEDS volunteers.
We recommend bringing warm winter and waterproof clothes, good walking shoes/boots, underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats, the tasks and activities take place outside. Please bring a sleeping bag.

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SEEDS volunteers will be working on a project in the beautiful forest Stálpastaðaskógur in the South-west of Iceland, doing nature and environmental oriented tasks. SEEDS has been cooperating with the Icelandic forest service for more than 15 years with very good results for the volunteers, the host and the Icelandic nature conservation and reforestation efforts.
The main tasks of the SEEDS volunteers will be: Clearing a recently thinned area of branches, the branches will be wood-chipped on site; preparing the area for the creation of a future recreational path; restoring an old, forgotten path through an arboretum, including step construction, bridge building, installation of picnic tables; and manual work using mattocks, sledgehammers, and other tools

Directions to meeting point

From the airport there are bus services to the city, either the Flybus or the bus number 55. The meeting point will be at the SEEDS office at Grettisgata 3a. SEEDS offers the minibus option, a shared transport from Reykjavík to the camp and back. Apart from being cheaper and convenient, it allows participants to meet and have a relaxed trip. Departure will be at 13:00 (1:00 pm) on August 30 from the SEEDS office. Return to Reykjavík in the evening of September 13. The minibus to this camp will cost EUR 45 each way, about 20% cheaper than public transport.

Additional comments

English will be the language in the camp; basic conversational skills are needed.

Requirements

Participation fee EUR 300 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. The participation fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavík to the camp and back which will cost EUR 45 (Euros) one way or EUR 90 (Euros) both ways.

Iceland: Hveragerði - Health & Environment (WF20)

Dates

31/08/2026 - 14/09/2026

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Age: 18 - 99

Max number of volunteers: 8

Still room for: 4 Male + 4 Female

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Access with disability: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: BSÍ Bus Terminal

Wi-Fi: Yes

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We focus on natural healing, wellness, and preventive health care. At the clinic we integrate a holistic approach by making plants and food essential components of each patient’s treatment process.
Participants support the clinic’s sustainability and wellness goals through activities in the greenhouses and herbal gardens. The main tasks include planting, harvesting, and maintaining crops, as well as controlling pests and ensuring plant health.

A special aspect of this placement is contributing to the production of the clinic’s signature herbal tea — assisting in every stage of the process: growing, drying, and packaging the herbs. This tea is later used in the clinic’s meals and treatments, supporting the therapeutic nutrition provided to patients.
This experience offers a meaningful way to understand the connection between sustainable agriculture, health, and natural rehabilitation.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will stay in a house operated by The Natural Health Association in Hveragerði.
Located within the medical compound, the house features 9 single rooms, a fully equipped
kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a shared common area for relaxation and group activities.

Total capacity: 9 people (including Camp Leaders)
Washing machine available on site
Access to the local swimming pool, restricted time (please review Icelandic pool regulations
before use)

Food is included for the entire duration of the work camp; however, everyone is expected to do
their fair share of cooking and cleaning. Since it’s always fun to try new and different dishes,
Volunteers are encouraged to bring their favorite recipes from home!
We also invite everyone to try vegetarian food during their stay with us.
We provide a well-balanced and healthy variety of ingredients, including whole grains, seasonal
fruits and vegetables, pantry staples, dairy products, and vegetarian/vegan options. To help reduce
our carbon footprint, we limit meat consumption and promote sustainable, plant-based meals.
We do not provide soft drinks or candies, but we do offer plenty of ingredients for baking
delicious snacks. As we bake our own bread, feel free to bring your favorite golden-crust recipe
from home!

Please inform us in advance if you have any food allergies or special dietary needs, so we can accommodate you properly.

Location and leisure

There’s plenty to enjoy in Hveragerði, a charming town known as the hot spring capital of Iceland. Surrounded by geothermal activity and stunning landscapes, it’s a perfect place for both outdoor adventures and relaxation. You’ll find scenic hiking trails, greenhouses warmed by natural hot springs, a geothermal park, a swimming pool, cozy cafés, and local art galleries.

WF Iceland organizes affordable weekend and one-day excursions to Iceland’s most stunning natural sites — including waterfalls, glaciers, volcanic and geothermal areas, lava fields, hot springs, and more.

Explore available trips at: wf.is/excursions
(A minimum number of participants is required to run excursions.)
Golden Circle is included in the camp fee!

Nature is always within reach here — go hiking, play golf, try ocean swimming, or even skiing. Remember to plan your hikes safely, respect nature, stay on marked trails, and never climb steep mountains without a professional guide.
The Northern Lights can be seen from September to April, when the skies are dark and clear.

Project hosted by

Worldwide Friends (WF) is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 with the mission to promote nature conservation, intercultural understanding, and peace through volunteer activities in Iceland.

In 2026, our focus will be on climate action, community resilience, and sustainable lifestyles — empowering participants to take meaningful action in their daily lives and local communities.
WF organizes a variety of programs, including international workcamps, seminars, local community projects, and exchange programs, open to both young people and adults who wish to make a positive impact while experiencing Iceland’s unique culture and natural beauty.

Directions to meeting point

9:00:00 a. m.
Reykjavik City Hall, Tjarnargata 11 (Bus stop #1 Ráðhúsið)
Main Entrance
Look out for our Logo!

Additional comments

The first day of the camp is Arrival Day and the last day of the camp is Departure Day. The minibus will be at the meeting point in Reykjavik on the first day of the workcamp in the morning and arrive again at the Meeting point / BSI station in Reykjavik in the evening on the last day of the workcamp. Remember that you must arrange for your stay in Iceland before and after the work camp.

Requirements

Volunteers should bring clothes appropriate for outdoor work, but also clothes for working inside the warm greenhouses!

Iceland: Krýsuvík-Geopark (WF814)

Dates

31/08/2026 - 14/09/2026

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Age: 18 - 99

Max number of volunteers: 15

Still room for: 7 Male + 8 Female

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Access with disability: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: BSÍ Bus Terminal

Wi-Fi: Yes

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This project includes a variety of activities focused on soil restoration and environmental sustainability. Worldwide Friends began restoring this site in 2023 after it had been abandoned for several years, transforming it into a welcoming home and learning environment.

The main focus of the project is soilwork and environmental restoration — combating erosion, nourishing the land with organic waste, and planting trees to support long-term revegetation. The site covers 300 hectares within a protected Geopark that features several hiking trails. We also monitor tree plantations from previous years and collaborate with the local municipality to maintain hiking paths and surrounding protected areas.

Greenhouse and agriculture-related tasks may also be part of the work but are secondary to the main goal of restoring and protecting the local environment.

When weather conditions are not suitable for outdoor work, volunteers will help with renovation or maintenance tasks such as painting or small repairs inside the house.

Please note that tasks and workshops may vary depending on the season, project needs, and weather conditions. Volunteers should be ready for physical, outdoor work and changing weather — as we say in Iceland: “If you don’t like the weather, just wait five minutes!”
This is a perfect camp for people who like outdoor work and physical challenges.

Working hours are on average 6-7 hours a day, 5 days a week.
March to April: Renovation activities
April to September: Soil Work
October to February: Renovation Activities

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be staying in the house of Worldwide Friends. The house has 6 rooms from 4 to 6 people mixed. A fully equipped kitchen, several bathrooms, and common areas.
Wireless internet access is provided free of charge at the accommodation.
Washing machine available on site.

Food is included for the entire duration of the work camp; however, everyone is expected to do
their fair share of cooking and cleaning. Since it’s always fun to try new and different dishes,
Volunteers are encouraged to bring their favorite recipes from home!

We also invite everyone to try vegetarian food during their stay with us.

We provide a well-balanced and healthy variety of ingredients, including whole grains, seasonal
fruits and vegetables, pantry staples, dairy products, and vegetarian/vegan options. To help reduce
our carbon footprint, we limit meat consumption and promote sustainable, plant-based meals.

We do not provide soft drinks or candies, but we do offer plenty of ingredients for baking
delicious snacks. As we bake our own bread, feel free to bring your favorite golden-crust recipe
from home!

Please inform us in advance if you have any food allergies or special dietary needs, so we can accommodate you properly.

Location and leisure

There are opportunities for fun all over Krýsuvík. From adventurous activities to well-known tourist attractions, this delightful area packs a punch. From great hiking trails among various landscapes (geothermal area, lake, beach, mountain), to bird watching or cultural visits in Reykjavik, you have many activities to choose from. The closeness to nature is always within reach!
It can be tempting to get closer to touch the hot springs but make sure to stay away from them and on the marked path as the heat is 80-100 degrees Celsius.
You should not go for high or steep mountains without a professional guide. Keep in mind this is a highly active geothermal area.

WF Iceland organizes affordable weekend and one-day excursions to Iceland’s most stunning natural sites — including waterfalls, glaciers, lava fields, geothermal areas, and black sand beaches.
Explore available trips at: wf.is/excursions
(A minimum number of participants is required to run excursions.)
Golden Circle is Included in the camp fee!

The best time to see aurora borealis in Iceland is between September and April. It’s when the nights are dark enough to see the Aurora. Iceland only gets 2-4 hours of daylight in midwinter, providing endless opportunities to hunt for aurora borealis.

We will also concentrate on intercultural learning and exchange. Every evening, volunteers from different countries will be in charge of presenting their country of origin and culture. It can be a presentation, a game, or a theatre – the form of introduction is up to you! Therefore, we encourage you to bring along some food, photos, or anything interesting related to your country for a fun and informative evening amongst other volunteers.

This workcamp allows you to spend an amazing time in Iceland with other international volunteers and to have an incredible experience where participants share their knowledge while exploring creativity, environmental issues, and intercultural learning.

Note: NO public transportation in the area

Project hosted by

Worldwide Friends (WF) is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 with the mission to promote nature conservation, intercultural understanding, and peace through volunteer activities in Iceland.

In 2026, our focus will be on climate action, community resilience, and sustainable lifestyles — empowering participants to take meaningful action in their daily lives and local communities.
WF organizes a variety of programs, including international workcamps, seminars, local community projects, and exchange programs, open to both young people and adults who wish to make a positive impact while experiencing Iceland’s unique culture and natural beauty

Directions to meeting point

9:00 a.m.
Reykjavik City Hall, Tjarnargata 11 (Bus stop #1 Ráðhúsið)
Main Entrance
Look out for our Logo!

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The first day of the camp is Arrival Day and the last day of the camp is Departure Day. The minibus will be at the meeting point in Reykjavik on the first day of the workcamp in the morning and arrive again to BSI station in Reykjavik in the evening on the last day of the workcamp.

Keep in mind that you need to arrange for your stay in Iceland before and after the workcamp.

Requirements

Please make sure to bring warm outdoor work clothes
Waterproof gear
Hiking Boots

Iceland: SEEDS 074. Photography & Fun in Reykjavík - September (SEEDS 074)

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03/09/2026 - 11/09/2026

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Age: 16 - 20

Max number of volunteers: 12

Still room for: 1 Male + 1 Female

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: Bus station: Central Reykjavík (BSÍ)

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Note that this is a learning/sharing camp and not a regular workcamp; this project has a smaller volunteer work part and emphasises the personal learning process over the community impact. We may be able to organise some outdoor voluntary work, but it depends on our partners and the weather conditions.
Participants will have time to put the theory about photography into practice, exploring the city. At the end of the camp, the best photographs from each participant will be selected for an online exhibition on SEEDS' social media. Participants should bring their own digital cameras, lenses, tripods, and laptops, if possible. While learning about photography, the participants have the opportunity to explore Icelandic culture through active participation: capturing it, engaging with it, and showcasing their work throughout the camp. One of our goals is to empower young people to use photography to highlight environmental and cultural subjects and issues.
Participants should be ready to spend time outdoors walking medium to long distances during activities and working within a flexible schedule. Participants will be photographing in their free time outside of workshop hours with images to be discussed at group feedback sessions.
This camp is open to participants aged 16 to 20. During their stay, SEEDS organises a programme that combines learning, sharing, getting to know Iceland and its culture, and having fun while exploring the city and some of the most stunning natural attractions in the Golden Circle and the Hot River hike excursions.

Accomodation and food

SEEDS participants will stay in a house in Reykjavík. The facilities are basic with an equipped kitchen, dining and living room, bathrooms, showers and a washing machine. As participants sleep in shared rooms with up to 6 people, everyone is expected to behave considerately. Please bring your own towel.
Participants will receive food supplies and be in charge of the cooking and cleaning activities. Note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music or games from your country for the intercultural evening. Be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Location and leisure

Reykjavík is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The world’s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and North America. Reykjavík is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.
Additional excursions (eg. the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares depending on time availability, weather conditions, and the number of participants interested in joining them.
Be prepared for cold or rainy weather and bring warm and/or waterproof clothing.

Project hosted by

This is the nineteenth year (since 2008) that SEEDS organises a series of International Photography projects. In 2010 we also began offering these camps for teenagers. Throughout the year, participants from all over the world come to Iceland for an immersive photography-focused learning camp. SEEDS coordinators help participants to develop their unique photographic skills through workshops and feedback sessions on technical settings, compositional considerations, and creating conceptual frameworks that highlight each participant’s individual style.

Directions to meeting point

Meeting time is at 16:00 (4:00 pm) on September 03 at the SEEDS Office in Reykjavik.

Additional comments

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.

Requirements

Participation fee EUR 650 (Euros), which needs to be transferred to SEEDS the latest one month before the camp starts to confirm the placement. It includes food, accommodation, transportation from the meeting point to the camp (on the first day), the Golden Circle and Hot river hike excursions. We will visit spectacular waterfalls, geysers, impressive coastline, a volcano crater, the Thingvellir National Park and much more.

Iceland: SEEDS 072. Alviðra - Awareness, Engagement & Action (SEEDS 072)

Dates

03/09/2026 - 11/09/2026

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Age: 18 - 99

Max number of volunteers: 8

Still room for: 3 Male + 1 Female

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: Bus station: Central Reykjavík (BSÍ).

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The camp is based at Alviðra, which offers a range of activities to connect people with nature, such as community gardens, wildlife workshops, school programs, and hikes. As part of the camp, volunteers help maintain the center through tasks like gardening, renovating the house and other projects such as removing old fences to protect wildlife, marking walking paths, and potentially do forestry work like trimming or planting trees.

This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteers should be prepared to share environmental issues from their home countries and be ready to spend time outdoors. Volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-time schedule. Depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities as planned.

Accomodation and food

SEEDS volunteers stay in an old farm which has been transformed into an environmental education centre. The facilities are basic with an equipped kitchen, dining and living room, bathroom, shower and a washing machine. Volunteers sleep in shared rooms, with up to 6 people per room.

Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Location and leisure

The accommodation is located an hour drive south-east from Reykjavík. The house serves as an environmental-educational centre and sits under Ingólfsfjall, The Mountain of Ingólfur, with a view of Eyjafjallajökull where the volcanic eruptions began in March and April 2010.

The place is registered as natural Icelandic heritage; the nature, vegetation and birdlife is rich in variety and quantity. The volunteers can enjoy outdoor activities in a peaceful and beautiful location with a small stream and a pond nearby. Hiking trails with maps about cultural heritage can be found throughout the area, which is a popular attraction among both foreign and local visitors.

The nearest town, Selfoss, only 10 minutes-drive away, with 6500 inhabitants, is a centre of commerce and small industries where you find a geothermal swimming pool, shops, museums, cafés and bars.

Additional excursions (e.g. Golden Circle, the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula or a day-trip to the city of Reykjavík) can be arranged at discount fares depending on time availability, weather conditions, and the number of volunteers interested.

The weather may be cold or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and/or waterproof clothes.

Project hosted by

This camp is part of SEEDS' ongoing efforts to raise awareness, promote engagement in environmental issues and to support sustainability, organic and permaculture farming, social inclusion, education and hands-on actions in the field. Volunteers will gain insights into local and global challenges through non-formal educational activities such as hands-on work, visits, discussions, and workshops.

SEEDS volunteers have the opportunity to participate in different projects in collaboration with Landvernd (the Icelandic Environmental Organization), the EcoVillage at Sólheimar, the Icelandic Ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, Umhverfisstofnun (the Icelandic Environmental Agency) and Blái Herinn (the Blue Army).

SEEDS volunteers will take on a variety of activities, depending on weather conditions and the needs of our partners including working in the forestry section and vegetable greenhouses in the EcoVillage, as well as participating in a nationwide project to raise awareness of ocean pollution, plastic waste, and engage the group in hands-on cleanup efforts in the area, allowing volunteers to make a direct impact!

Directions to meeting point

Meeting time for the camp is at 16:00 (4:00 pm) on September 3 at the SEEDS Office in Reykjavik. Transportation from Reykjavík to the camp and back, costs EUR 30 one way or EUR 60 for both ways.

Additional comments

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.

Requirements

Participation fee EUR 450 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur. The fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavík to the camp and back, which costs EUR 30 one way or EUR 60 for both ways.

Iceland: SEEDS 073. Environmental Awareness & Action - Rvk (SEEDS 073)

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03/09/2026 - 11/09/2026

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Age: 18 - 99

Max number of volunteers: 12

Still room for: 2 Male + 1 Female

Languages: English

Vegetarian food: Yes

Nearest airport: Reykjavik (KEF)

Nearest bus/train station: Bus station: Central Reykjavík (BSÍ).

Map

Work

This camp allows volunteers to learn about global and local environmental issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits, as well as to contribute directly to environment protection by joining outdoor cleanup tasks.
These cleanup tasks may be arranged in partnership with the above mentioned organisations or run solely by SEEDS. We also aim to involve the local community, so some of our events may be open to the public. We hope participants will learn how to plan and carry out their own trash cleaning projects back at home. This project is based on similar activities around the world, where outstanding results have been achieved with volunteers. Volunteers can choose one of the two options below, included as hands-on volunteering activity in the camp:
A day trip combining a visit to the Hellisheiði geothermal power plant, a trash collection in the area, and the Hot River Hike, a hike up a valley filled with hot springs where one can bathe.
A day trip to the Reykjanes Peninsula, combined with a coastal cleanup in the area.
Please note that all activities are subject to weather conditions and the availability of our partners.
This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteers should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and be ready to spend time outdoors, walking medium to long distances during the cleanups, and during other activities such as sightseeing. Since a part of the project happens outdoors, volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-time schedule. Depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities as planned.

Accomodation and food

SEEDS volunteers stay in a house in Reykjavík. The facilities are basic with an equipped kitchen, dining and living room, bathrooms, showers and a washing machine. Everyone is expected to show consideration for their companions. Accommodation is in shared rooms, with up to 6 people per room. Please bring your own towel.
Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Do not forget to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Location and leisure

Reykjavík is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with nature, using renewable energy sources. The world’s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, situated between Europe and North America. Reykjavík is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic. It is an international city with a lively cosmopolitan cultural scene surrounded by beautiful nature.

Project hosted by

The Environmentally Aware & Action project is part of a series of camps organised by SEEDS in cooperation with different partners. SEEDS collaborates with the Icelandic Ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, the City of Reykjavík, and several local stakeholders on a project to clean up the Icelandic coastline. Partners include the Blue Army, an organisation dedicated to the cause of coastal cleaning, SORPA, the waste collection & management entity in the capital area, and Whales of Iceland, an exhibit showcasing life-size models of whales and porpoises to educate the public about their lives and the impact of human activity on their existence.

Directions to meeting point

Meeting time will be 18:00 (6:00 pm) on September 3 at the SEEDS office. Participants that cannot arrive on time (later flights) will receive instructions on how to reach the camp location. Those arriving earlier the same day are welcome from 10:00 am in the office to drop their bags/luggage and wait for the meeting time.

Additional comments

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.

Requirements

Participation fee EUR 450 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes food, accommodation, transport from the meeting point to the camp (on the first day), activities, and one trip combined with the trash collection (Hot River or Reykjanes)

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