Welcome to MedTreks Iceland
Fire, Ice, and Everything In Between
Length of trip: 10 days | Group Size: 16 | Activity Level: 3-4
Dates: August 13th-22nd, 2027
Early Bird Price: from $9,680
Accommodations: 4* Luxury | This Trip is For: Couples/Friends/Solos
Iceland is a country shaped by glaciers, volcanoes, geothermal waters, and constantly shifting light. Over 10 days, we’ll explore its most iconic regions with depth and intention. How? By kayaking through beautiful glacier lagoons, hiking volcanic valleys, snorkeling between tectonic plates, and soaking in natural hot springs after active days outside. With thoughtful hotels, carefully chosen meals, and a small group atmosphere, this MedTreks journey balances adventure with comfort. The goal is to experience the country with context, good pacing, and people you’ll really enjoy traveling with.
Highlights
- Kayak among floating icebergs in Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and hike on Vatnajökull glacier with crampons and ice axes.
- Snorkel between tectonic plates in the crystal-clear waters of Silfra at Þingvellir National Park.
- Hike Iceland’s most dramatic landscapes — Reykjadalur’s geothermal river, Svartifoss waterfall, Múlagljúfur Canyon, Glymur waterfall, and Þórsmörk Valley.
- See puffins and seabirds up close on a guided coastal boat tour near Reykjavík.
- Soak in iconic geothermal waters at Blue Lagoon and Hvammsvík Baths after active days outdoors.
- Experience Icelandic culture through food and history with a guided Reykjavík food tour, greenhouse lunch, skyr tasting, and small-group camaraderie throughout.
- Expert-led CME sessions and IWLS certification
Obtain up to 28 hrs of Category 1 CME!
Why Iceland with MedTreks?
Wild Landscapes — Experienced Up Close.
We don’t just view Iceland from bus windows. Our 10-day journey reflects a carefully designed itinerary for medical professionals, balancing active days with glacier hikes and waterfall views alongside restorative time in geothermal soaks and deluxe lodges.
Our Wilderness Medicine CME is woven into the itinerary, typically held during evening happy hour, allowing you to fully experience the tour during the day. Iceland rewards thoughtful planning: from glacier gear and dry suits for snorkeling to carbon-offset transfers and weather-based pivots, you get to focus on showing up while we handle the rest.
Our guide is a geologist deeply rooted in Icelandic landscapes and environmental history. Her background in micropaleontology and climate research brings context to everything you see, from glacial retreat to volcanic formations.
We can’t wait to share this place with you.
Itinerary at a Glance
We begin the Iceland Hiking CME Adventure in Reykjavík with a guided city walk and curated food tour: an easy, welcoming start to the week. After our first informal CME session and a welcome cocktail, we head to sea to observe puffins along the rugged coastline. We explore the Reykjanes Peninsula, where tectonic plates meet, and unwind together in the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon. From the very beginning, the trip blends active exploration, thoughtful discussion, and the kind of connection that happens when like-minded professionals travel in a small group.
Along Iceland’s dramatic South Coast, the adventure deepens. We hike through steaming geothermal valleys, kayak among floating icebergs at Jökulsárlón, and walk black sand beaches. Then, we’ll strap on crampons for a guided glacier trek on Vatnajökull. Evenings include thoughtfully integrated CME sessions and shared meals, where conversations flow from clinical insights to the day’s most awe-inspiring moments. This helps everyone bond.
We venture by Super Jeep into the highlands of Þórsmörk, explore the Golden Circle’s waterfalls and geysers, and snorkel between tectonic plates at Þingvellir. This is a true bucket-list experience. Then, our final days include a rewarding hike to Glymur waterfall and a restorative soak in seaside geothermal baths before a celebratory farewell dinner in Reykjavík. Truly, it’s a week defined not just by extraordinary landscapes, but by shared learning, reflection, and the kind of camaraderie that lingers long after the journey ends on this Iceland Hiking CME Adventure.
Itinerary - Iceland
CME Course Info
International Wilderness Life Support
For medical professionals participating in CME, our Iceland trip includes the option to complete International Wilderness Life Support (IWLS) Certification. This hybrid course combines self-paced online modules before the trip with practical, scenario-based learning during the expedition.
IWLS is designed for clinicians who want to feel more prepared to assess, treat, and make decisions in remote and resource-limited environments. This includes places where weather, distance, limited supplies, and delayed evacuation can shape patient care.
Course topics include:
• Patient assessment in austere environments
• C-spine stabilization and patient movement
• Hypothermia packaging and environmental illness
• Wound care with limited resources
• Splinting and orthopedic injury management
• Ocean and water medicine
• Travel medicine and global health principles
• Wilderness medical kits and evacuation decision-making
• Scenario-based simulations for certification
Participants may earn up to 28 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and/or 28 nursing contact hours through the IWLS course.
As with all MedTreks trips, the travel experience comes first. The CME component is available for those who want it and is designed to support the expedition experience without turning the trip into a traditional conference.
Hands-On Learning
Wilderness Medicine Skills
Network & Connect
Includes:
- 9 nights accommodation at deluxe 4* hotels
- All guided excursions and entrance fees listed in the itinerary
- Private transportation for our group with deluxe coach
- Expert local geologist guide and professional excursion leaders
- MedTreks Faculty & Trip Host
- All breakfasts and lunches; 5 dinners
- Group airport transfers for arrival and departure
- Informal CME sessions integrated throughout the trip
Not Included:
- Beverages, souvenirs
- International airfare
- Travel insurance
- Dinners as listed in itinerary
- Gratuity for guides
When you travel with MedTreks, you‘re not just signing up for a trip—you‘re joining a community of like-minded healthcare professionals who share your passion for adventure, learning, and connection. Every itinerary thoughtfully crafted by our founder and owner, (a nurse practitioner herself) with decades of experience in travel. Our expert team of guides and faculty ensure a high-quality, personalized experience and handle all the details so you can focus on learning CME, recharging, and experiencing the adventure of a lifetime. To learn more about Why MedTreks, click the link below!
Yes! As long as the trip is booked before the final payment is due (100 days before trip start). A non-refundable deposit secures your spot on this Iceland Hiking CME Adventure.
This is an Activity Level 3–4 experience. Days are active but well-paced, with a balance of movement and recovery. Expect moderate hikes (some uneven terrain), glacier trekking with crampons, kayaking in calm waters, and snorkeling in dry suits.
We provide you with a comprehensive Welcome Package that includes a packing list, resources, course materials, and helpful travel tips for your upcoming adventure.
Yes! We welcome loved ones and non-medical guests on our MedTreks Iceland Adventure. They are welcome to attend all of our workshops and lectures while on the trip at no further cost. Some of our trips are even kid-friendly, depending on the trip and age of your children. Please send us an email to inquire about this possibility.
No prior experience is required for this Iceland Hiking CME Adventure. Professional guides provide full instruction and safety briefings for glacier trekking, kayaking at Jökulsárlón, and snorkeling in Silfra at Þingvellir National Park. All technical gear (dry suits, crampons, ice axes, etc.) is provided and properly fitted.
Yes — informal CME sessions are integrated throughout the Iceland Hiking CME Adventure, focused on global health, wilderness medicine, and provider well-being (Certification fees apply, based on medical designation) Sessions are designed to feel conversational and relevant to the environments we’re exploring. Participation is welcomed but not mandatory. This is not a conference — it’s a shared learning experience that unfolds naturally alongside the adventure.
Yes, travel insurance is strongly recommended and expected for all participants during this Iceland Hiking CME Adventure. Given the nature of adventure travel — including glacier hiking, kayaking, and remote terrain — comprehensive coverage for trip interruption, medical care, and evacuation is important.
Iceland’s weather is famously dynamic — and part of its character. Our local geologist guide and excursion partners continuously monitor conditions and adjust plans as needed to prioritize safety and experience quality.
Our trips provide comfortable and boutique lodging experiences, with mostly 4-star hotels that provide good food and quality service. Over the years, we have hand-crafted our itineraries to include some of the most charming accommodations.
Send us an email! We are happy to set up a call and answer any questions that you might have!
“It was the trip of a lifetime! So much beauty and fun and learning. It was so great to be surrounded by like-minded people who share passion for medicine and the outdoors. Ari was organized and flexible with our schedule. She was focused on our learning but also on our FUN!”
“Wonderful course combined with a once in a lifetime trip and amazing instructors!”
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