An Iceland science trip offers a rare opportunity to explore some of the most dramatic and active natural environments on Earth turning key scientific concepts into unforgettable, real world experiences.
Shaped by volcanic activity, glaciers and powerful geothermal forces, Iceland provides an ideal setting for students to investigate topics such as plate tectonics, energy, climate and environmental change. Students will encounter these processes first-hand from witnessing geothermal activity and volcanic landscapes to examining the impact of glaciation on the environment.
This trip is particularly well suited to GCSE and A-level science and geography groups, supporting curriculum topics while encouraging curiosity and independent thinking. Field based learning is central to the experience, helping students develop observational skills and a deeper understanding of how scientific processes shape the natural world.
Our Iceland itineraries are designed to make the most of the country’s unique natural environment, combining guided visits, fieldwork and observation to create a highly immersive learning experience. Each day builds on the last, allowing students to explore key scientific themes in context, from volcanic processes and geothermal activity to glacial landscapes and environmental change. Rather than simply visiting locations, students with their teachers are encouraged to engage actively with what they see, helping them connect theory with real-world application. While the sample itinerary below provides an overview of how your trip could be structured, all programmes are fully flexible. We work with you to tailor the experience to your subject focus, group needs and available time, whether that’s deepening scientific understanding, supporting exam topics, or providing a broader STEM experience.
We have developed a range of educational resources that can be used in class ahead of your tour and then completed either when you are on tour or when you’re back in school. You can choose activities that: will most benefit your students; correspond with the places you visit on your tour; will support your teaching and learning objectives.
These resources have also been designed to help you during the initial planning for your trip, providing a clear and effective means to demonstrate to your SLT, the educational benefits and learning outcomes of a Science tour to Iceland.
We can include specific visits in your itinerary, additional visits can be added based on the trip length and needs of the curriculum or teacher.
Get A QuoteWe can include specific visits in your itinerary, additional visits can be added based on the trip length and needs of the curriculum or teacher.
Get A QuoteOur team of destination specialists will help you plan a science learning experience in Iceland which supports your classroom teaching and inspires your students exploration of the subject.
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The annual Next Generation Travel Earth Summit STEM and Geography event at Keele University every June.
Having explored the natural reserves and glaciers of Iceland, why not attend the Earth Summit back in the UK, which offers a scientific insight into the issues of climate change on the world. .
The event contains presentations and workshops from the scientists, experts and businesses involved in making positive change to our impact on the world and climate.
Tailored to meet the curriculum for GCSE and A Level learning the events ticks off a number of the Gatsby benchmark and gives students a chance to experience university life and potential future careers.
We have been operating school tours for over 35 years so we know a thing or two about planning a school trip. One of the benefits of this is that we have an abundance of knowledge and supporting documents to share with you. In our resources area you will find everything you need for your school trip planning:
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