One tour per person
July 2019
Season
7 Days
Duration

On the 7-Day Special edition Luz Del Norte photography tour you will:

✓ Experience stunning off-the-beaten-track landscapes and unique exclusive nature wonders.

✓ Witness breathtaking mountains, glaciers, volcanoes, waterfalls, and canyons

✓ Professional photography guidance from the legendary Alfredo De Stéfano.

✓ Experience +20 hours of daylight

✓ Connect with nature, yourself and fellow photographers.

What to expect?

The Icelandic highlands is home of the most incredible scenery and awe-inspiring landscapes on the planet. It provides the perfect setting for epic photographs and adventure. We have put together this 7-Day photography tour with Luz Del Norte, that takes you both to world famous parts of the highlands as well as introducing you to more secluded areas, far away from any tourists. An expert local guide will make sure you get the best possible experience.

NOTE: This tour is exclusive and operated only with Luz Del Norte. All requests and bookings go through: luzdelnortelat@gmail.com

Want to know more?

Check out the detailed itinerary for a description for each day.

DATES 14-20st of July 2019
DEPARTURE/RETURN We will pick you up in Reykjavik on day one – We will drop you off in Reykjavik at day 7.
DURATION 7 days / 6 nights
PHYSICAL LEVEL This is not a physical trip since the main focus is on photography, but you should be ready to face cold winds and stay out for several hours at once.
WEAR Comfortable clothing, hiking shoes and warm clothes according to this area’s weather forecast and activities in our day to day description.
GROUP SIZE Small group guaranteed! Min 4, max. 7 people.
FOR WHOM? Photography fanatics, professionals and amateurs.
TRANSPORTATION Minibus, 4×4 jeep and super jeeps.

Do you have any questions? Send us an email to luzdelnortelat@gmail.com 

1

DAY 1 - 14th of July - Nice to meet you, Reykjavík!

  • Meet in Reykjavik and departure to the South Coast to Iceland
  • Sights on the way
  • Arrive at Midgard Base Camp
  • Team intro and more details about upcoming days.
  • Team dinner.
  • Enjoy the complimentary hot tub and sauna at Midgard Base Camp

 

2

DAY 2 - 15th of July - Southcoast

  • Breakfast at Midgar Base Camp
  • Hop into our jeep for the day and enjoy the scenery of the South Coast of Iceland.
  • The main focus this day: Waterfalls, black sand volcanic beaches, a touch of highlands and canyons.
  • Team dinner.
  • Enjoy the complimentary hot tub and sauna at Midgard Base Camp
3

DAY 3 - 16th of July - Fjallabak

  • Breakfast at Midgard Base Camp
  • Pack your luggage and we will move to new accommodation.
  • Head with our 4×4 truck to the highlands of Iceland.
  • The main focus this day: Volcanos, “desert landscape”, colourful rhyolite mountains, lakes and explosion craters.
  • Late arrival and overnight in the highlands if weather permits or close to Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
  • Team dinner. 
4

DAY 4 - 17th of July - National park

 
  • Breakfast at accommodation.
  • The main focus this day: National park of Vatnajökull, Glacier lagoon, diamond beach, mossy lava fields, glaciers, and open landscapes.
  • Overnight in the Kirkjubæjarklaustur area.
  • Dinner at accommodation or close by restaurant.
5

DAY 5 - 18th of July - South Coast day

  • Breakfast at accommodation.
  • The main focus this day: Black sand beaches, coastal cliffs, waterfalls, and canyons.
  • Overnight at Midgard Base Camp
  • Dinner at accommodation. 
6

DAY 6 - 19th of July - Super jeep trip to Þórsmörk

  • Breakfast at Midgard Base Camp
  • Head out in our super jeep for the adventure of the day.
  • The main focus this day: Þórmsmörk area in general, beautiful rock formation, canyons, waterfalls, river crossings on the super jeep and more.
  • Overnight at Midgard Base Camp
  • Final dinner party – Icelandic games and music 🙂
7

DAY 7 - 20th of July - Home sweet home

  • Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the Base Camp before heading to the airport
  • Take included transportation from Midgard Base Camp to Reykjavík or Keflavík airport
  • We can also drop you off at the Blue Lagoon (entrance not included). Pre-booking is required.
  • Say goodbye and go home and show family and friends the amazing photos that you have made 🙂

Included:

  • Reykjavík pick up on day 1 and drop off in Reykjavík/airport/Blue Lagoon on day 7
  • Certified Icelandic guide and Wilderness First Responder
  • 4 nights at Midgard Base Camp in a 6bed dorm – upgrades available.
  • 2 nights in tents if weather allows, or guesthouse accommodation in Klaustur area.
  • 4 breakfasts at Midgard Base Camp
  • Private transportation
  • Evacuation if bad weather hits

Not included:

  • Airfare
  • Personal expenses
  • Lunches 
  • Dinners

Up on request:

  • Upgrade of accommodation at Midgard Base Camp
  • Extension of trip