Iceland — Running Wild Media

Trip information

*Iceland is open for travel to anyone, regardless of COVID vaccination status. However, we recommend having both Covid-19 vaccine doses and the booster before participating in international travel.

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November 11th: Reykjavik

Begin your journey in beautiful Reykjavík, where we will transport you to your lodging downtown. From there, take some time to explore Reykjavík’s unique and charming features. Reykjavík is an eclectic city, apart from charming pubs, a towering statue of Leif Erickson, unique Nordic foods, Iceland’s quirky shops, colorful street art, and strange attractions provide for all sorts of discoveries. Stop into a small shop of trinkets, or learn about why half of Iceland’s residents believe in elves by visiting their elf school. After dinner, don't forget to look up! It isn't uncommon to see the Northern Lights from downtown Reykjavík.

Airport: Keflavík International Airport

Accommodations: Eric the Red Guesthouse

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November 12th: Reykjavik

Settle in and enjoy Reykjavík. There will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy great Icelandic food and drinks. For those who are most adventurous, we will be heading out on a snorkel adventure to explore one of the top swimming destinations in the world. It will be chilly, but our tour guide partner will have the proper safety equipment for taking the chilly plunge into the Silfra Fissure.

Highlights: Exploring Reykjavik, Snorkeling the Silfra Fissure.

Accommodations: Eric the Red Guesthouse

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November 13th: Vik

Today we begin heading South. Watch outside the window as the flat snowy landscape forms into massive mountains and crashing surf. Apart from watching the mountains on our left and the sea go by on our right, you'll need to be camera-ready as we will stop at some of the most iconic waterfalls in all of Iceland. Each towering at nearly two hundred feet tall, both Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss afford differing composition opportunities and guaranteed awe. We will discuss long exposure and composition techniques for capturing these icy falls, and also have the potential for nighttime photography. These waterfalls are only a short jaunt from where we will be staying, so if the forecast is right, we'll head back, as darkness falls, to capture these iconic, Icelandic landscapes under the Northern Lights. We will be staying in the small hamlet of Vik, a quaint town bordered on either side by black sand beaches and towering peaks. Highlights: Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Seljavallalaug Hot Spring, and the Skogafoss Waterfall

Highlights: Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Seljavallalaug Hot Spring, Skógafoss Waterfall

Accommodations: Puffin Hotel Vik
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November 14th: Vik

We will be visiting the world-famous Diamond Beach known for the large sparkling ice formations that form on the volcanic black beach. We will also be visiting the incredible rock formation and one of the most famous canyons in Iceland for panoramic photography.

Highlights: Diamond Beach, Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon, Dyrholaey Rock Formation, and Black Sand Beach

Accommodations: Puffin Hotel Vik

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November 15th: Kirkjufell

Northward! On this day we begin heading to areas where the aurora will be even easier to see. Game of Thrones fans will rejoice as we begin our journey to the “mountain that looks like an arrowhead” or Kirkjufell. What the popular HBO series did not include, however, is that this mountain is preceded by a beautiful flowing waterfall, gifting us perhaps the most iconic Northern Lights photo one can capture in Iceland. On the way, we will stop at Gullfoss, the largest volume waterfall in Europe, and Brúarfoss, an electric blue waterfall that contrasts beautifully with the surrounding snow. With an eye on the forecast, we will look to see if we will be able to capture the Northern Lights dancing over Kirkjufell.

Highlights: Gulfoss Waterfall, Bruarfoss Waterfall, and the Secret Lagoon Hot Spring

Accommodations: Kirkjufell Guesthouse and Apartments

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November 16th: Kirkjjufell

Today we photograph Kirkjjufell, discussing long exposure techniques to photograph the landscape with the flowing waterfall and towering mountain behind. With an eye on the forecast, we will have a second day at photographing Kirkjufell by night for a chance at the aurora.

Highlights: Kirkjjufell landscapes

Accommodations: Kirkjufell Guesthouse and Apartments

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November 17th: Húsavík

Today, after weaving through fjords and the rugged beauty of Iceland’s Northern stretches, we will arrive at Húsavík. On the way, we will stop at Kolugljúfur Waterfall and a beautiful horseshoe-shaped falls, Goðafoss. Once again we'll photograph the landscape during the day, while also observing potential nighttime framing opportunities for those who may want to explore it at night. Being only 36 miles south of the Arctic Circle, Húsavík will be our base for northern light viewing for the rest of the trip.

Highlights: Kolugljúfur Waterfall, Godafoss Waterfall, and Nighttime sailing adventure to see Northern Lights (Weather permitting)

Accommodations: Árból Guesthouse

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November 18th: Húsavík

Highlighted in the Will Ferrell film, “Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga,” Húsavík is a charming oceanside fishing village beneath towering mountains. Here’s the chance to take a load off and relax. You've earned it! Explore the charming restaurants, grab a beer in one of the fishing pubs, or maybe visit the Húsavík whale museum. At night we will be partnering with North Sailing, an ecologically minded whale watching and sailboat tour company, to take to the seas and observe the Northern Lights under sail. Enjoy a hot chocolate (with whiskey or not) and hopefully watch the Northern Lights dance over the mountains and ocean. Those that want a more adventurous day have the option of doing a hike up Hverfell volcano and then soaking in the natural hot springs near the volcano’s base.

Highlights: Hverfell Volcano Hike, Mývatn Nature Baths, Gatanöf, GeoSea: Geothermal Sea Baths

Accommodations: Árból Guesthouse

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November19th: Husavik

With so much to do in Húsavík that is dependent upon the weather, we will be maintaining a somewhat flexible schedule while on location here. We will only embark on one night-time Northern Lights sailing tour but have three days to do so to maximize our chances of seeing the Northern Lights. If weather cooperates, we'll take to the seas in search of Húsavík Bay's resident population of Humpback whales. We'll be hunting for a shot of the whales' enormous tales framed by the bay's icy mountains.

Highlights: Diamond Circle, Whale watching tour

Accommodations: Árból Guesthouse

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November 20th: Reykjavík

It is time to head back south to the city of Reykjavík, but along the way, we will stop to experience the Icelandic countryside in a new way - by horseback! For a few hours, we will be exploring Iceland in a way that can only be seen atop an iconic Icelandic horse.

Highlights: Icelandic horse tour

Accommodations: Eric the Red Guesthouse

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November 21st: Reykjavík (Return Home)

Upon dropping you off at Keflavík International Airport, this where where our wonderful journey comes to an end.

Airport: Keflavík International Airport

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$500.00 Deposit is due upon booking

Remaining payments must be submitted 1.5 months before departure.

Participants should carry their own health and travel insurance.

Deposits are non-refundable as they are used to pre-book all reservations and accommodation.

Liability waivers and supporting documentation must be submitted with final payment. Papers will be issued upon deposit or earlier upon request via email.

Airfare is not included. Round-trip flights should be booked to:

Keflavík International Airport, Iceland (KEF) 235 KEFLAVÍKURFLUGVÖLLUR, 235 Keflavík, Iceland

*We can book your flights and invoice you if you are more comfortable with that.