One Earth, one home, let's fight global warming. This volunteer mission in northwest Iceland will get you thinking about global warming in between field activities like beach clean-ups. All missions in Iceland here
One Earth, one home, let's fight global warming
Our partner Worldwide Friends offers volunteer missions at various sites in Iceland to protect biodiversity, promote peace and volunteerism. The main aim of the projects is to raise awareness among local and international young people of sustainable development in their daily lives. Volunteers from all over the world have the opportunity to get involved in various sustainable development projects in the north and south of Iceland.
At the Brù center
Along the Hrutafjordur fjord, our partner runs the Brù center. This center specializes in the environment and sustainable development. It welcomes eco-volunteers on the theme of "One Earth, One Home: Let's Combat Global Warming". You'll be involved in a range of activities, including beach clean-ups and workshops on global warming.
Beach clean-ups and climate workshops
The Brù center, located along the Hrutafjordur fjord in northwest Iceland, offers several activities that depend mainly on the season and weather conditions.
Here are some examples of the tasks you'll be given:
- Beach clean-up
- Tree planting
- Harvesting lupins
- Renovation
- Recycling.
Several workshops a week will be offered, focusing on global warming and how to prevent it. These workshops are designed to raise the environmental awareness of project participants.
This camp is perfect for people who enjoy working outdoors! But also for anyone who wants to have a good time with an international team and people who are concerned by the challenges of global warming.
- Each mission begins with a two-day pre-camp in Reykjavik.
- Working hours average 5 hours a day, 5 days a week.
Dates
2 weeks, March to October
- 03/24/2025 to 04/09/2025
- 04/07/2025 to 04/23/2025
- 04/21/2025 to 05/07/2025
- 05/05/2025 to 05/21/2025
- 05/19/2025 to 06/04/2025
- 06/02/2025 to 06/18/2025
- 16/06/2025 to 2/07/2025
- 06/30/2025 to 07/16/2025
- 07/14/2025 to 07/30/2025
- 07/28/2025 to 08/13/2025
- 08/11/2025 to 08/27/2025
- 08/25/2025 to 09/10/2025
- 8/09/2025 to 24/09/2025
- 22/09/2025 to 08/10/2025
- 06/10/2025 to 22/10/2025
Rates
- 600 € for 2 weeks
- 1200 € per month
Included in price
- Pick-up at BSI bus station in Reykjavik at 5:00 p.m.
- 2-day pre-camp in Reykjavik
- Excursion to the Golden Circle
- Return to BSI bus station (19:00) Time may vary according to weather conditions.
- Round trip from Reykjavik to the center of Brú (3 hours)
- Hosting
- On-site camp leaders
- Meals
- Environmental workshops
Not included in price
- Thefts
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Any other expenses not mentioned above
- Discover Iceland and its fabulous landscapes with black sand beaches, waterfalls and glaciers!
- Participate in sustainable development projects that have a positive impact on biodiversity
- Broaden your horizons by coming into contact with volunteers from all over the world, taking the opportunity to discover diverse cultures and traditions, which will further enrich your experience.
- Improve your English!
- Minimum 2 weeks
- From age 18
- Couples are accepted, but the partner cannot guarantee a private room.
- English B1 (beginner-intermediate)
Housing
Volunteers will be accommodated in the Worldwide Friends house. The house is approximately 1,000 m2 and includes 12 double bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, several bathrooms, common areas, workshop rooms and galleries. House capacity: 26
Volunteers must bring their own sleeping bags, but beds and sheets are provided. Wireless internet access is free.
Food
Food is included for the duration of the stay. Everyone is expected to do their share of cooking and cleaning. Balanced food products are provided.
Location
The center is called BRÚ. It's located on the banks of the Hrutafjordur fjord, on Route 1. The nearest towns are Borgarnes and Hvammstangi (30-minute drive). Here you'll find a supermarket, health center, swimming pool, cliffside campsite and Iceland's largest sewing and knitting factory.
Arrival
Arrival at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), south of Reykjavik. Meeting point is at the BSI bus station at 5:00 pm in Reykjavik.
Close to the center, you'll enjoy a wild natural setting with waterfalls, rivers and canyons. Our partner can organize weekend excursions at reasonable prices to visit Iceland and its treasures: the Snæfellsnes peninsula; the natural baths of Krauma...
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About the association
Worldwide Friends is an Icelandic non-profit organization founded in 2001, dedicated to protecting the environment, promoting peace and volunteering. Its team works on the protection of biodiversity, but also on the circular economy and education based on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) defined by the UN. Worldwide Friends organizes short and long-term volunteer missions in Iceland. Through volunteering, the association protects nature and promotes peace by getting volunteers of different nationalities to work together. All Worldwide Friends missions
