Combating erosion in an Icelandic Geopark. Get involved in one of Iceland’s most beautiful regions, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to help combat erosion. See all eco-volunteering programmes in Iceland here.
Erosion control project in Krýsuvík within a Geopark
Our partner offers volunteering opportunities at various sites across Iceland to protect biodiversity and promote peace and volunteering. The main aim of the projects is to raise awareness among local and international young people about sustainable development in their daily lives. The Krýsuvík project takes place in the Geopark. This geothermal and volcanic area is in south-west Iceland, on the Reykjanes Peninsula, around 35 km from Reykjavik. The name Krýsuvík means ‘Krýsa’s Bay’, after a character from a local folk tale. This Geopark has been recognised by UNESCO since 2015. The project aims to combat erosion by revegetating the land using organic waste and planting trees across an area of 300 hectares. As the Geopark is criss-crossed by hiking trails, the project may also be required to maintain these trails.
Re-vegetation of the site in Krýsuvík
The volunteers’ main task is to combat erosion and replant the land. The site covers 300 hectares and forms part of the Iceland Geopark. Soil stabilisation is achieved by planting trees and using organic waste. You will be involved in these various activities, including monitoring the plants from previous years. You will also be involved in renovating the five large greenhouses located near the volunteers’ house. Your work will depend on the weather! Be prepared to face adverse weather conditions!
Environmental workshops
Another aspect of the project is to raise volunteers’ environmental awareness through a series of workshops, discussions and visits. The educational coordinator will be responsible for leading the sessions. You will attend between 3 and 4 workshops per week. This volunteering programme will help you become an environmentally conscious traveller and consumer!
Working hours are approximately 5 hours a day, 5 days a week.
Dates
2 weeks from March to November
- 16 March 2026 to 30 March 2026 – Fully booked
- 30 March 2026 to 13 April 2026
- 13 April 2026 to 27 April 2026
- 27 April 2026 to 11 May 2026 – Fully booked
- 11 May 2026 to 25 May 2026
- 25 May 2026 to 8 June 2026
- 8 June 2026 to 22 June 2026
- 22 June 2026 to 6 July 2026 – Fully booked
- 6 July 2026 to 20 July 2026
- 20 July 2026 to 3 August 2026
- 3 August 2026 to 17 August 2026
- 17 August 2026 to 31 August 2026
- 31 August 2026 to 14 September 2026
- 14 September 2026 to 28 September 2026
- 28 September 2026 to 12 October 2026
- 12 October 2026 to 26 October 2026
- 26 October 2026 to 9 November 2026
Price
- €600 for two weeks
- Included in the price
- Pick-up at City Hall at 9.00 am in Reykjavík
- Tour of the Golden Circle
- Return journey from Reykjavík to Krysuvík
- Return to the BSI coach station at 6.00 pm
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Environmental workshops
Not included in the price
: Airfares
, travel
insurance, personal expenses
- A volunteering experience in an international setting
- Improve your English
- Discover the fabulous Reykjanes Peninsula and Iceland, the land of ice and fire
- Get involved in a project that has a positive impact on the environment
- Ages 18 and over
- At least two weeks
- Couples are welcome, but we cannot guarantee a private room.
- English B1 (beginner-intermediate)
Housing
Volunteers are accommodated in the Worldwide Friends house. The house covers an area of approximately 600 m² and has 10 bedrooms, each sleeping 3 to 4 people. It features a fully equipped kitchen, several bathrooms and communal areas. The house can accommodate 30 people. Volunteers must bring their own sleeping bags, but beds and bed linen are provided. Wireless internet access is free of charge.
Food
Food is provided, but we take turns preparing meals and doing the washing-up.
Arrival
Arrival at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), south of Reykjavik. The meeting point is at City Hall in Reykjavik at 9 am
The Krýsuvík area offers a wealth of possibilities! From hiking trails through varied landscapes (geothermal areas, lakes, beaches and mountains) to birdwatching and cultural visits to Reykjavik, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to getting close to nature!
Our partner organises day trips and weekend excursions at reasonable prices to help you discover the wonders of Iceland
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About the organisation
Our partner is an Icelandic non-profit organisation founded in 2001, dedicated to environmental protection, the promotion of peace and volunteering. Its team works on biodiversity conservation as well as the circular economy and education, based on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) defined by the UN. Our partner organises short- and long-term volunteering placements in Iceland. Through volunteering, the organisation protects nature and promotes peace by bringing together volunteers of different nationalities to work together.
