Iceland & Greenland: A Nordic Discovery

Learn what makes Iceland one of the world’s most unique nature destinations, with insights into landscapes, wildlife, culture and the small-group travel experience.

We've rounded up an array of Greenland resources, from wildlife guides and packing tips, to nature quizzes and thrilling travel stories to fuel your excitement.

—By Derek Ward
Adventurous travelers are falling in love with Greenland, from whale watching to Inuit culture to the chance to see the northern lights. And you can experience it all on a trip to Nat Hab’s Base Camp Greenland!

—By Emily Goodheart
Iceland’s many lakes and waterfalls are steeped in myth and legend—ancient tales of fairy folk, hidden treasure and Norse gods surround these watery realms.

—By Nat Hab Traveler Kelley McKinnon
The utter stillness of this landscape can lull one into a sense of calm until the moment this place asserts its independence with a movement so swift, pronounced and unexpected that it truly took our breaths.

—By Megan Brief
Shaped by natural forces and steeped in supernatural splendors, this island at the outer edge of Europe beckons exploration with its siren songs.

—By Michelle Peters
When one daydreams about Iceland, the images that likely spring to mind are volcanic landscapes and vast glaciers—after all, this is the Land of Fire and Ice. And yet, despite the harsh Arctic temperatures, wildlife enthusiasts find a plethora of wondrous Iceland animals rarely seen by the average tourist.

—By Rachel Milton
What transpired on my trip to Greenland far exceeded my expectations. The multi-sensory experience was a joyous surprise and contributed to this being an awe-inspiring adventure.

—By Laura Kiniry
Iceland’s elves are intricately linked with the country’s natural landscape, and disturbing their supposed home could wreak havoc on the local surrounds. And they’re not Iceland’s only mythical creatures...

—By Cathy Brown
Iceland today is home to about 130 volcanoes (roughly 30 are considered active) and there is usually an eruption every decade or half-decade. Approximately a third of the basaltic lava that has erupted in recorded history (since around 1500 AD) has been produced by Icelandic eruptions.

—By Mark Jordahl 
Greenland is on the front lines of climate change and delicate Arctic wildflowers are waging a quiet battle against woody shrubs that are marching north.

—By Laura Kiniry
In a place known for its glaciers and lava fields, short summers, and cold climate, the fact that Iceland can produce a wide variety of food crops is impressive. This is in large part thanks to greenhouse horticulture.

—By Cathy Brown
Being more present on an Icelandic trip doesn’t just apply to better wildlife and landscape viewing. Icelandic culture is rooted in magic, mythology and mystical beings, and no visitor will be able to curiously play with exploring the possibilities of those realms from behind a screen.

—By Nat Hab Expedition Leader Edward Savage
Everywhere you look in Iceland, there is evidence of the dramatic interaction between fire and ice.