Physical Requirements
At Nat Hab, we provide access to some of the most wondrous nature encounters the world has to offer. Many take place in destinations that are wild and remote, with varying physical demands and limited medical facilities. All trips may not be suitable for every traveler. In order to participate in this itinerary, travelers must comfortably and reliably be able to execute all physical requirements as noted below.
The minimum age for this trip is 12 years old.
Level of Difficulty
- Moderate
Trip Pace
Visit five locations over eleven days
Two scheduled flights and two helicopters (weather and availability depending)
Travelers must be able to hike approximately 3 miles unassisted over occasionally challenging terrain and should expect to hike a total of 3-4 miles per day
Hikes range from 1-3 miles each; travelers should expect 2-5 hours of physical activity daily
Most hikes are at a leisurely pace with guided interpretation
Terrain in Iceland includes pavement, boardwalks, rough lava, and earthen trails that may be muddy, slippery, rocky and hilly
Terrain in Greenland can be unmarked and trailless, consisting of rocky boulder fields, glacier ice, mossy ground, and small stream crossings
Travelers must be physically independent while hiking and sturdy on their feet to navigate uneven, slippery, and very rocky ground
Travelers must be able to maintain balance to get on and off boats during wet and dry landings, often over large, slippery rocks or boulders
For hikes longer than 3 miles, shorter alternatives may be available (depending on various safety considerations)
Travel by minibus, plane, helicopter (pending availability and weather) and boats
Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs, walkers or canes
Travelers must have good balance, mobility, and be in good physical health
Medical facilities in the area are very limited and may not be readily accessible in the event of an emergency
Temperatures can range from 30–70°F and vary greatly day to day in Iceland, and from the low 30s to the high 50s in East Greenland, with temperatures cooling down towards the end of August
Rain and wind are possible during this adventure