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Internship in Iceland
David Gilly decided to do an internship in Iceland and lucky for us, he chose Midgard. He is twenty years old and comes from Switzerland. We asked him to answer a few questions about being an intern in...
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Traveling with kids in Iceland: tips from a local parent
Hildur, one of us owners, grew up only a few minutes away from Midgard Base Camp. Together with her husband Addi, she is raising two adventure-loving boys: Kristján, 10 years old and Markús, 7 years old....
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Arctic foxes in Þórsmörk Mountain Reserve – an interview with our amazing guide, Pálmi
Seeing an Arctic Fox in Iceland is rare. In Þórsmörk (Thorsmork Mountain Reserve) guests are currently being spoiled by sights of “Frosti”, the Arctic Fox in Stakkholtsgjá and his mates that hang around...
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Þórsmörk – Why this secluded oasis is a must do for your Iceland itinerary
Gaze upon breathtaking panoramic views. Adventure through diverse...
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Thorsmork Adventure Elopement in Iceland
How to get married in Thorsmork. How to get there and have an adventure wedding in Iceland’s secluded nature reserve. Thorsmork (Þórsmörk in Icelandic) is a gorgeous nature reserve in south Iceland. It is close to a...
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Sustainability Starts… With all of Us!
Words by Mathias Winterberg. Even though Midgard’s Sustainability Week had to end one day, our sustainability efforts go on: and that’s just one – but the most crucial one – of many take-aways. The week has just flown...
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Let it Grow!
Words by Mathias Winterberg. It’s spring time and everything is growing: not only our Midgard Adventure Sustainability Week but also our environmental and sustainability policies (that you find here). The seeds have...
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Change our Ways, Save the Glaciers
Words by Mathias Winterberg. Midgard’s first sustainability week started with Earth-Day – the day to demonstrate support for environmental protection. Reason enough to change the schedule of our staff members for a...
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Not our Waste, but our Beach!
Words by Mathias Winterberg. … and most of all a terribly rainy but still fun Sunday out at Landeyjafjara! Together with the Icelandic Blue Army and volunteers from SEEDS, Midgard Adventure invited for a Beach...
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“This year just sucks!”
Words by Stefan Michel, operational manager and co-owner. It’s November and usually at this time of the year, Midgard Base Camp would be buzzing with life. People would be checking-in, excited, hoping to see the...
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Midgard to the Rescue – Life as a Covid Refugee
Meet the only tourist in Iceland: Peter Taylor! Over to you Peter... "Do you remember, the very first time in September? The 1st to be exact. The day I sailed into Iceland after a magnificent adventure sailing journey...
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Our wonderful Jónína & her knitting passion!
Everyone that has been to Midgard Base Camp knows Jónina. She has so many responsibilities that a job description could easily fill a whole book. Setting up the breakfast buffet, giving amazing travel advice, cleaning...
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“How is it to live in such a small community? What do you do for fun?”
Words by Hildur Guðbjörg Kristjánsdóttir, Midgard co-owner, guide, multi-tasker, mom of two, runner, biker and nature lover! These are questions I frequently get when I tell people where I am from. I grew up in a...
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Midgard Base Camp breytt í Midgard „göngu og hjóla“ Camp
Sumarið verður geggjað! Við erum sannfærð um það. Þetta verður sumarið þar sem allir fara út að hjóla og ganga. Midgard verður staðurinn þar sem við komum saman. Ástæðan er einföld: það er ógrynni af spennandi hjóla- og gönguleiðum á svæðinu og Midgard er með frábæra...
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Björg, our CEO, during Covid times
Words by Björg Árnadóttir, Midgard's CEO, nurse, yoga teacher, mountain lover, runner, biker....the list is endless! Since 2013 I have been working as the CEO of Midgard. I resigned from my previous work in 2013 and...
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Happy marriage cake, our amazing Gina and #coronakilos
Gina is one of our chefs at the Midgard Restaurant. As most of our employees she started her Midgard career at the other end of the counter. She already lived in Hvolsvöllur for many, many years, was a rescue team...
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So many reasons why you should jump on a plane to Iceland when this corona madness is over!
1. Iceland's exemplary response to the pandemic The Icelandic government was quick to make the right decisions in handling the coronavirus. From the beginning the pandemic was considered a serious matter, measures...
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Hvolsvöllur, Iceland in a nutshell
Hvolsvöllur is Iceland in a nutshell - from world-famous but also secret waterfalls to endless black sand beaches, hidden caves and canyons, mountains built by trolls with awesome view points, forests (!), active...
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What NOT to do whilst in Iceland
We get it. You’ve seen those #travelismypassion instagram shots from Iceland, seen Bieber dancing around the country (trampling all that beautiful, delicate moss), listened to a friend of a friend who said you could...
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How I got “stuck” in Iceland…
Words by Stefan Michel, operational manager and co-owner. My love story with Iceland began with an internship offer in a hotel in Hvolsvöllur back in 2007. All my friends that studied with me at the hotel management...
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8 Expert Tips for Travelling Solo in Iceland
A lot of people travel to Iceland from all over the globe, and a huge number...
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Seven Day Itinerary for a Successful South Iceland Adventure
Unfortunately, not everyone who comes to Iceland can stay for as long as they like. Jobs, family, money or other restraints might eventually call you home – no matter how much you want to stay! This is why it’s so...
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5 Incredible Travel Experiences in South Iceland This Summer
South Iceland is a traveller’s paradise all year round, with each season offering something new. Whilst winter is full of snowy days, dark nights, and the northern lights, summer welcomes in more greenery and...
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How to Discover Iceland’s Untouched Beauty
From glacier lagoons to sweeping, lush valleys and, of course, the...
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Interview Series: WheelchairTravel
Consumed with wanderlust from a young age, John Morris thought his...
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Iceland’s Top 3 Camping Spots
Iceland is one of the most naturally beautiful places in the world, so it doesn’t come as a surprise that there are over 170 registered...
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5 Things You Need to Know About Cycling in Iceland
Whether you’re a pro, a newbie, doing day trips or biking around the whole country, there’s no denying that cycling in Iceland is an awesome experience. From the sights you’ll see to the people you’ll meet – it’s one...
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Interview Series: MakeTimeToSeeTheWorld
Meet Vicki, the former Lawyer with an instagram profile that...
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Travelling to Iceland: All Your FAQ’s Answered
When you’re thinking of travelling to a new country or have a trip coming up, it’s normal to have a whole bunch of questions. After all, you probably know pretty much nothing about the place you’re going to! As tour...
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To Base Camp!
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6 Reasons Why We Love Hvolsvöllur, Iceland
Midgard Base Camp and our tour and travel agency, Midgard Adventure, are located in the lovely town of Hvolsvöllur in South Iceland. In our opinion, it’s the best place to stay in Iceland if you’re on the hunt for adventure, which is...
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5 Reasons To Visit Iceland In Summer
Looking for an excuse to visit Iceland this summer? Look no further. We’ve put down five reasons why you should visit Iceland during summer. If you need more, check out our ultimate guide to summer in Iceland. It’s...
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Watch: Midgard Base Camp & Vizualist Present the Most Beautiful Scenery in the World!
Located in the very heart of South Iceland,...
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The Hiker’s Guide to Iceland
Anyone who’s visited Iceland will know what we mean when we say that it’s a hiker’s paradise. The land seems to have been made for hikers! So, pack your boots and grab your walking poles; it’s time to discover Iceland...
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The Definitive Guide To Summer In Iceland
If the magic of the Northern Lights entices you to visit Iceland in winter then surely everlasting days, with the sun still shining at midnight, will convince you to embark on a summer break here too. Activities...
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10 Facts You Need To Know About Iceland
Whether you want to learn more about Iceland before you visit or just brush up on your general knowledge, you've come to the right page. Iceland is a land of mystery and intrigue, ensuring there are plenty weird, wild...
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How Iceland Got Its Name
Have you been enjoying the History Channel’s epic Vikings Series? At the moment, the saga is focused on the discovery of Iceland and whilst the silver screen tends to glamourise historical events, Viking’s creator...
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South Iceland Chosen as Activity Destination of the Year
A prestigious UK luxury travel magazine, The Luxury Travel Guide, has selected South Iceland as ‘Activity Destination of the Year 2018’ – and we think they’re spot on! Of course, we’re pretty biased at Midgard Base...
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The Etymology of Midgard (Miðgarður)
When conjuring up our name – Midgard or Miðgarður in Icelandic – we wanted people to be intrigued by it. We wanted them to ask what it meant and to be able to reply with a story that was impressive and left them...
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Midgard Base Camp Gets The Hollywood Treatment!
What do Star Wars, Game of Thrones and Midgard Base Camp have in common? They all filmed in Iceland! That’s right, we’re proud to introduce the Midgard Base Camp film which gives an insight into what it’s like to stay...
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3 Breathtaking Landscapes to Add to the Bucket List
If you’re anything like us guys at Midgard Base Camp, you have a whole lot of things you want to see in your lifetime. This is your bucket list; everything you want to do before...
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How to Photograph the Northern Lights
A lot of...
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What to pack for winter in Iceland
Many people struggle to know what to pack for winter in Iceland, this article gives you all the information you need to know so you don't get caught short when you...
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Icelandic Customs and Cultures
Iceland fuses the best of both worlds. It is a country that treasures and celebrates its cultural traditions and history whilst championing an innovative and forward-thinking mentality within its society. If you’re...
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9 Reasons Midgard Base Camp Is Iceland’s Best Place To Stay!
We all know that Iceland’s a beautiful, desirable location. That’s just a fact. So, it’s not surprising that there are a ton of places to accommodate all you travellers who want to give us a visit – luckily for you!...
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The Ultimate Guide To Iceland In Winter 2018
"The true allure of Iceland is that it's like nowhere else on the planet, largely because of the way it has formed over time, both geographically and culturally. There's a sense of adventure you get from arriving in a...
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