Photo Gallery
Photos by Yann Kolbeinsson and James Lidster (jl)
![Given that flights don‘t get in too late we will make an attempt to find Rock Ptarmigan in the vicinity of the airport...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F01.jpg?)
Given that flights don‘t get in too late we will make an attempt to find Rock Ptarmigan in the vicinity of the airport…
![...among the more numerous local birds, including Whimbrels of the european race <em>phaeopus</em>.](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F02.jpg?)
…among the more numerous local birds, including Whimbrels of the european race phaeopus.
![The Snæfellsjökull glacier in west Iceland, an ancient volcano from where Jules Verne‘s „A Journey to the Centre of the Earth“ begins, will be dominating us while we scan a variety of wetlands...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F03.jpg?)
The Snæfellsjökull glacier in west Iceland, an ancient volcano from where Jules Verne‘s „A Journey to the Centre of the Earth“ begins, will be dominating us while we scan a variety of wetlands…
![...which will provide us with decent views of Red-throated Loons...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F04.jpg?)
…which will provide us with decent views of Red-throated Loons…
![...only to be distracted by Red-necked Phalaropes which are omni-present around the country.](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F05.jpg?)
…only to be distracted by Red-necked Phalaropes which are omni-present around the country.
![A small but very scenic colony of Black-legged Kittiwakes on columnar basalt will also be visited...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F06.jpg?)
A small but very scenic colony of Black-legged Kittiwakes on columnar basalt will also be visited…
![...while the local Glaucous Gulls fly along the cliffs.](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F07.jpg?)
…while the local Glaucous Gulls fly along the cliffs.
![One day will be spent on Flatey island where time gives way to its birds and nature...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F08.jpg?)
One day will be spent on Flatey island where time gives way to its birds and nature…
![...where Red-necked Phalaropes never fail to greet us upon our arrival...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F09.jpg?)
…where Red-necked Phalaropes never fail to greet us upon our arrival…
![...while the Black Guillemots bring butterfish to their young.](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F10.jpg?)
…while the Black Guillemots bring butterfish to their young.
![Other incredible tame birds of Flatey include Snow Buntings of the Icelandic race <em>insulae</em>...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F11.jpg?)
Other incredible tame birds of Flatey include Snow Buntings of the Icelandic race insulae…
![...the very common Common Redshank...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F12.jpg?)
…the very common Common Redshank…
![...and not so friendly Arctic Terns.](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F13.jpg?)
…and not so friendly Arctic Terns.
![Our stay on the island may be interrupted by a delicious piece of freshly made cake. (jl)](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F14.jpg?)
Our stay on the island may be interrupted by a delicious piece of freshly made cake. (jl)
![The breathtaking cliffs of Látrabjarg will also be on the agenda where we will spend one evening.](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F15.jpg?)
The breathtaking cliffs of Látrabjarg will also be on the agenda where we will spend one evening.
![Atlantic Puffins can be observed within hand‘s reach on the cliff‘s edge...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F16.jpg?)
Atlantic Puffins can be observed within hand‘s reach on the cliff‘s edge…
![...while the air is filled with the sound and smell of thousands of seabirds.](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F17.jpg?)
…while the air is filled with the sound and smell of thousands of seabirds.
![Thick-billed Murres will provide us with good views, sometimes with their young...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F18.jpg?)
Thick-billed Murres will provide us with good views, sometimes with their young…
![...as well as Razorbills spending quality time.](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F19.jpg?)
…as well as Razorbills spending quality time.
![The northwest fjords, Vestfirðir, are characterised by multiple fjords surrounded by table mountains which were shaped by glaciers during the last Ice Age...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F20.jpg?)
The northwest fjords, Vestfirðir, are characterised by multiple fjords surrounded by table mountains which were shaped by glaciers during the last Ice Age…
![...the perfect surroundings for a lunch stop!](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F21.jpg?)
…the perfect surroundings for a lunch stop!
![Careful scanning of flocks of gulls in towns and near harbours may reveal one of a very few summering Iceland Gulls of the nominate race <em>glaucoides</em>...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F22.jpg?)
Careful scanning of flocks of gulls in towns and near harbours may reveal one of a very few summering Iceland Gulls of the nominate race glaucoides…
![...and rivers or their estuaries will entertain us in the form of a colorful Harlequin Duck.](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F23.jpg?)
…and rivers or their estuaries will entertain us in the form of a colorful Harlequin Duck.
![Black-tailed Godwits of the more colorful Icelandic race <em>islandica</em> favor the northern lowlands...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F24.jpg?)
Black-tailed Godwits of the more colorful Icelandic race islandica favor the northern lowlands…
![...alongside nesting Whooper Swans that are to be seen on most lakes.](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F25.jpg?)
…alongside nesting Whooper Swans that are to be seen on most lakes.
![The north-east is home to several impressive waterfall two of which we will visit, Goðafoss (the waterfalls of the Gods)...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F26.jpg?)
The north-east is home to several impressive waterfall two of which we will visit, Goðafoss (the waterfalls of the Gods)…
![...and Dettifoss (the falling waterfall), Europe‘s most powerful waterfall!](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F27.jpg?)
…and Dettifoss (the falling waterfall), Europe‘s most powerful waterfall!
![We will also enjoy a whale-watching trip from Húsavík where we‘ve had a 50% chance of seeing the majestic Blue Whales during previous tours...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F28.jpg?)
We will also enjoy a whale-watching trip from Húsavík where we‘ve had a 50% chance of seeing the majestic Blue Whales during previous tours…
![Lake Mývatn will provide us with views of Barrow‘s Goldeneyes, if we are lucky we may even see the first ducklings...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F29.jpg?)
Lake Mývatn will provide us with views of Barrow‘s Goldeneyes, if we are lucky we may even see the first ducklings…
![...but the Gyr Falcon will be especially looked for around the lake. (jl)](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F30.jpg?)
…but the Gyr Falcon will be especially looked for around the lake. (jl)
![One should not forget the brilliant looking Common Loon that usually poses for us...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F31.jpg?)
One should not forget the brilliant looking Common Loon that usually poses for us…
![...while the northern coast is home to the Great Skua.](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F32.jpg?)
…while the northern coast is home to the Great Skua.
![The geology of Iceland is almost as fascinating as its birds, such as these mud pools...](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F33.jpg?)
The geology of Iceland is almost as fascinating as its birds, such as these mud pools…
![...or this gushing geyser.](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F34.jpg?)
…or this gushing geyser.
![Birds, ever-changing landscapes, geology at its best and last but not least good food that will keep us busy throughout the trip!](/timthumb.php?w=450&src=%2Fimg%2FGallery%2F119%2F35.jpg?)
Birds, ever-changing landscapes, geology at its best and last but not least good food that will keep us busy throughout the trip!