Get ready to uncover the secrets of one of Iceland’s most remote and dynamic glacial landscapes in Iceland. In fact, the area has been unmonitored until recently. Perfect for adventurers and aspiring folks who wish to step into the role of a Citizen Scientist. This unforgettable expedition combines awe-inspiring natural beauty with hands-on scientific research. So why not explore untouched glacier terrain, while contributing to vital environmental studies, and still create memories that will last a lifetime in the process!
Why Join the Sandfellsjokull Glacier Mapping Adventure?
- Trek Into the Unknown Begin with a thrilling 4x4 drive into the Icelandic Highlands. Then embark on a scenic 1.5 hike (one way) to the rarely visited Sandfellsjökull glacier outlet. Truly, experience Iceland’s raw beauty as you traverse rugged terrain like geological flutes and iron fed waterfall river as you approach the glacier’s striking features.
- Discover Hidden Glacier Wonders Explore the glacier’s unique ice formations, from crevasses to hidden caves carved by nature itself. Witness firsthand the dramatic changes shaping this dynamic area.
- Be a Citizen Scientist Take part in mapping the glacier’s outlet and monitoring the water flow from its rivers. Work alongside a Katla Geopark expert, to collect data that contributes to ongoing research on glacial dynamics and climate change.
- Lunch in Nature’s Lap Enjoy a packed lunch surrounded by breathtaking views of the glacier and the sweeping landscapes of the heart of the Icelandic Highlands.
- Gain Geological Insights Learn from expert guides about the fascinating geology of the Sandfellsjökull area and the powerful forces that have sculpted this part of Iceland over millennia.
- Results & Take Aways You'll get a formal certificate proving your "Citizen Scientist" program participation from Katla Geopark. Further, staff from Katla Geopark will process your Sandfellsjökull Mapping findings and share them with you in a report weeks after the adventure.
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