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Iceland in Spring - Photography Special
Tour Code: ISL07A 9-day holiday amongst dramatic scenery in search of the breeding birds (plus whales and other mammals) of this wild and beautiful land.
£3,695
£3,295
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Summary
Iceland's spectacular landscapes, dazzling geothermals and striking summer birdlife makes the country a fantastic choice for the keen nature photographer. The country lies on an avifaunal crossroads: here lies the most westerly breeding grounds of both Eurasian Wigeon and White Wagtail, and the most easterly breeding populations of Great Northern Diver, Harlequin Duck and Barrow’s Goldeneye. Whilst species diversity does not rival those of lower latitudes, the approachability of many of Iceland’s species provides an excellent working canvas for wildlife photography. With almost 24-hour daylight allowing for an array of photographic conditions, coupled with Iceland’s spectacular geography, there are few better places in Europe that provide such a varied subject matter, accessible by just a three-hour flight from the UK!
- Exclusive group of just six guests
- Harlequin Duck, Barrow’s Goldeneye & Great Northern Diver on Lake Myvatn
- White-tailed Eagle, Slavonian Grebe, Ptarmigan & Gyrfalcon
- Possibility of Arctic Fox
- Visit Geysir & Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall
- Minke and Humpback Whales, plus Glaucous & Iceland Gulls from Húsavik
- Seabird Colonies home to various auk species including Brunnich’s Guillemot
- Led by an expert naturalist wildlife photographer
What's Included?
- Flights
- Accommodation:
Comfortable hotels throughout, each with private facilities.
- Food:
All included in the price, except for evening meals. Allow approximately £60 per day for these.
Dates & Prices
2026
Tour Leader: David Jackson
Dave has been fascinated by the natural world from an early age when his dad used to take him fishing at a local lake in Hertfordshire, however, he didn’t have the concentration to sit still for long unless trying to encourage a Robin to feed from his hand!
In adult life, he has been a long-serving committee member of the local RSPB Members’ Group and took part in the charity’s fund-raising bike rides from London to Oxford, ‘Pedal for Puffins’ and ‘Pedal for Parrots’.
Dave is also a serving committee member of the Northamptonshire Bird Club and, although birds are his first love, he has an interest in all natural history and gives illustrated talks to groups and societies from his travels to Iceland, New Zealand, Panama, South Africa, The Gambia and more.
After a career in financial services, David took early retirement and finally found “his true vocation” - leading for Naturetrek. He has now led multiple tours to countries including Iceland, Scotland, St. Lucia and The Gambia. He also leads tours in our portfolio of Vegetarian and Vegan Wildlife Holidays.
When not touring, he volunteers for Wildlife Trust BCN at Pitsford Nature Reserve SSSI where he is involved in many aspects of conservation, maintenance and survey work.
He also runs Naturetrek’s 'Introduction to Macro Photography at Pitsford SSSI' Day Trip, where a number of Dave’s photos are displayed to commemorate the Trust’s 50-year anniversary and he is always pleased to assist those on his tours in improving their photography skills
A selection of Dave’s images (including his Eurasian Sparrowhawk voted Birdguides Photo of the Year 2022) can be viewed here: Birdguides Portfolio.
Prefer to Travel in a Private Group?
For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.
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Why Naturetrek?
At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:
- The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
- Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
- Outstanding value and exceptional customer service
Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!
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