Troll Expeditions
We’re passionate adventure travel involving close encounters with the tremendous forces of nature that the land of fire and ice is so well-known for. We provide knowledgeable and adventurous experts and all the safety equipment and gear you need. All you have to do is bringing a strong dose of enthusiasm and an appetite for life-changing thrills.
Trolls, giants and giantesses: Long history of trolls in Iceland - Translated by Vignir Árnason.
Edited by Alondra Silva Munoz. Trolls, giants and giantesses are essential characters in the Icelandic folklore. Their history is just as old as the history of Iceland itself. In this article you’ll learn everything you need to know about these mythical creatures that have accompanied Icelanders through decades and that inspired our name. The words tröll or troll and tröllkona or female troll are quite extensive because they refer to all beings which are bigger than humans in some ways and that are malicious to some degree, so even those that are ghosts and wizards.
These names are so prominent that the proper names of trolls seldomly appear. In the Icelandic stories that still exist about trolls, these beings are described just as told in the Nordic myths. Deaf Glacier Adventures with Troll Expeditions & Deaf Iceland - Written by Stephanie Langridge.
Edited by Alondra Silva Munoz. At Troll Expeditions we take pride in being an inclusive company. We firmly believe that our differences make us stronger and that everyone should be welcome to our adventures. We try our hardest to accommodate all requests made by our partner companies and customers. Deaf Glacier Adventures with Troll Expeditions & Deaf Iceland - I’m learning to be a glacier guide at the age of 41 – Maggie. Let us introduce you to our ogre’s mom, politician, singer, guide, future glacier guide, and overall outstanding tröll woman and educator, Margrét Gauja, also known as Maggie “The Guide” among our friends What is your favorite thing about guiding?
Meeting people from all over the world, listening to their stories and watching them experiencing Iceland. And I get an outburst for my need to educate. What is your favorite place in Iceland? Without a doubt, Skaftafell. The Glacier of the Crystal Blue Ice Caves: Breiðamerkurjökull - Written by Stephanie Langridge.
Edited by Alondra Silva Munoz and York Underwood. Planning a trip on the South Coast and not sure of what should be on your unmissable list? Many people have heard of Jökulsárlón, “The Glacier Lagoon”, but few know the name or the history of the glacier that created Jökulsárlón and the crystal blue ice caves: Breiðamerkurjökull. Proud Trölls Unite: Celebrate Reykjavík Pride - Tröll Expeditions.
Written by Rex Beckett.
Edited by Alondra Silva Munoz. This weekend marks Iceland’s biggest, gayest party of all with the Reykjavík Pride festivities. This is a great time of the year for everyone to celebrate our differences and embrace the fact that everyone in welcome, regardless of their different identities, which makes Iceland one of the most progressive countries in many aspects. Celebrating the country’s diverse, open and very much accepted LGBTQI+ community, the weeklong party kicked off on Tuesday night with a massive drag review hosted by Detox of Rupaul’s Drag Race fame, and will culminate on Saturday with The Pride Parade starting at Harpa. Whether you planned your trip around this rainbow splattered, joyous, unabashed love fest, or just showed up by coincidence, it really is the perfect time to appreciate the beauty of this thriving Icelandic queer world. Responsible Tourist Behavior in Iceland - Tröll Expeditions. By Óðinn Kári Karlsson.
Edited and curated by Alondra Silva Muñoz In Iceland, we value our environment greatly. It is our main resource for the nation’s economy in the form of rich fishing grounds, vast amounts of energy and more recently international tourism. Announcement about tours departing from Skaftafell - Tröll Expeditions. We at Tröll Expeditions take safety very seriously.
Due to recent news of current unstable conditions on Svínafellsjökull, our glacier guides will be moving the glacier operation in Skaftafell to the two nearby glaciers, Skaftafellsjökull and Falljökull outlet glaciers until the conditions on Svínafellsjökull will be deemed safe for further glacier operations. The meeting point is the same as before but the approach hike will be longer by about 15 minutes. The majestic glaciers we now operate on have amazing panoramic views so you will not be disappointed.
As always we will keep alert on updates from The Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management and operate our tours accordingly. We look forward to seeing you on our upcoming glacier adventures on the nearby outlet glaciers. For further information on general safety while traveling in Iceland, please visitwww.safetravel.is. Traveling with kids: how to prepare a family trip to Iceland - Written by Margrét Gauja Magnúsdóttir.
Edited by Erna Rún Ólafsdóttir and Alondra Silva Munoz. What is it like to travel to Iceland with kids? Our guide Magga Gauja, mother of three Iceland-born children, explains in detail how is like to bring your kids along when exploring our beautiful country. I have 3 kids, ages 8, 12 and 20. They are born and raised in Iceland. Bottom line is traveling in Iceland with kids ekkert mál – no problem, all year round! Stay Safe in Iceland: Always Take a Tröll - Tröll Expeditions. Written by Rex Beckett.
Edited by Alondra Silva Munoz. On an adventure holiday in Iceland, many travellers opt to rent a car and rough the roads and mountains on their own. While chauffeuring oneself around the island can seem to have the advantages of flexibility and privacy, anyone planning on heading into nature and experiencing this unpredictable terrain, can always find themselves at the mercy of the elements.
Without a great deal of knowledge about Iceland’s many sights, diverse geological makeup, weather conditions, and even road safety, the average traveller can end up completely unprepared for the potential threat that even the most stunning, seemingly innocuous, scenic location has to offer. Solheimajokull Dragon Queen Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike. Tour Description Explore the newest Blue Ice Cave on Solheimajokull glacier, one of the bluest and clearest ice caves in Iceland.
Its mysterious conditions that consist of volcanic ash and blue glacial ice has been given the name The Dragon Queen Blue Ice Cave. Queen Daenerys Targaryen, the mother of dragons should feel right at home in these phenomenal geological conditions. Located only 2,5 hours from Reykjavík the cave is the most accessible in driving distance. This tour is the perfect opportunity for you to enjoy two popular Iceland expedition activities, ice caving and glacier hiking. Jökulsárlón never looks the same! – Interview with Agnes. Welcome to our Tröll Blog! Today we will interview with Agnes, our lovely guide who has been touring in the south coast this winter.
Q: What is your name? Agnes Baldvinsdóttir. Q: Where are you from? I’m a native Icelandic. I fell in love with this land of fire and ice – Meet Trym! Let us introduce you to Trym! Our Norwegian amazing glacier guide whose passion for being outdoors is just as big as his heart. He is one of our main guides in Skaftafell conducting glacier hikes almost every day! My name is Trym, I am 25 years young and was born and raised in the Norwegian wilderness.
I have a passion for skiing, glacier hiking, and other outdoor activities. I first came to Iceland in 2014, when I decided to hike across the whole country from north to south. Glacier lagoon is my favorite spot in the world – Davíð Ingi. Meet Davíð Ingi, our trollest of trolls! He will make sure to photobomb if you are on a tour with him to the South Coast. He might look all trolly and cold on the outside, but warm in the inside, like an Icelandic house. Check out some of the pictures of our 2-day tour to the South Coast with him. My name is Davíð Ingi Magnússon. Some fun facts about my name, Davíð means “The beloved”, Ingi means “A King” and Magnús means “A king” too. My oldest brother is a sheep farmer at my farm , my second oldest brother is a photographer and my sister owns a consultant company. Q: How did you become a guide? Kerid: The Most Famous Volcanic Crater in Iceland - Tröll Expeditions.
Written by Ashmita. Edited by Andrea Gylfadóttir Kerid is a volcanic crater in south of Iceland, located perfectly to add to the world famous Golden Circle route of Iceland. This is your chance to see a unique geological phenomenon with your own eyes during a day trip from Reykjavík. In the summer or winter months Kerið is beautiful.
Lose Yourself in the Misty Spray of Skogafoss Waterfall - Tröll Expeditions. Have you ever had the opportunity to stand next to an awe-inspiring waterfall? If yes… then perhaps mere words are not enough to describe the magical, refreshing and rejuvenating experience that you might have had. So, if you too are looking to experience the sheer power of cascading water, then Iceland should be your next holiday destination. This land of waterfalls houses many distinct waterfalls, each one of which is unique in itself. Written by Jaya, edited by Andrea Gylfadóttir. One such stunning waterfall, which you must include in your itinerary, is the iconic Skogafoss waterfall.
The single or multiple rainbows that are formed when the misty spray catches the sun’s rays, not only adding to the mystical allure, but also offer avid photographers a perfect capture. However, to witness the actual grandeur of this majestic waterfall, it’s recommended that you take the steep steps that reach the top of the waterfall. Glacier Hiking with 15 Students from Got Agulu, Kenya - Tröll Expeditions. Þingvellir National Park with Tröll Expeditions - Tröll Expeditions. Kerid: The Most Famous Volcanic Crater in Iceland - Tröll Expeditions.
Iceland Travel Guide: All you need to know about Falljökull. Iceland Travel Guide: All you need to know about Falljökull. Experience the iconic, Kirkjufell mountain in the - Snaefellsnes Peninsula. If you ask a group of people as to where they’d be itching to travel, Iceland would certainly top their bucket list. In fact, there seems to be no end to the natural extravaganza offered by this breathtaking northern destination. Iceland's Seljalandsfoss - A Stunning Force of Water - Tröll Expeditions. Have you ever had the opportunity to sit beside a waterfall and admire its beauty? Troll Expeditions is Hiring Snorkeling Guides - Tröll Expeditions. Troll Expeditions is looking for PADI, SSI, CMAS, (or equivalent federations) Scuba or Free diving divemaster/instructors to work in Iceland as Snorkeling guide in Silfra. Why Should you come on a 6 or 8 day Iceland Winter Tour? Happy Year of the Rat □□ - Tröll Expeditions.
Snaefellsnes Peninsula - Iceland in a Nutshell - Tröll Expeditions. Are you an ardent nature lover? Do you enjoy walking quietly by the bushes while inhaling the earthy smell of the mosses? If yes… then Iceland should be your next getaway destination. This land of volcanoes and glaciers has so much to offer that you would need at least a week to travel through all the major attractions. Solheimajokull glacier - An Adventure hike on Magical Ice. Did you know glaciers cover around 10 percent of the Earth’s land area?
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