About us and our commitment to sustainability

We are nature, we are the environment!

Sustainable and responsible travel is at the core of who we are, its in our DNA. From the very beginning, we’ve been committed to respecting and protecting the environment. We work hand-in-hand with local communities, hotels, and businesses to create authentic, meaningful experiences while supporting local economy and the people who make each destination special. Out of respect for animal welfare, we don’t involve animals in our trips.

Travelling Iceland is committed to nature conservation, both locally and globally. For every trip booked, we plant a tree to help offset carbon emissions and promote a greener future. Through our partnership with Plant a Tree in Iceland, your journey actively supports the restoration of Iceland’s fragile ecosystems, aids in the fight against climate change, encourages the reforestation of native species, and helps combat soil erosion.

In January 2017, Travelling Iceland signed a declaration on sustainable and responsible tourism. 

Travelling Iceland is in the process of obtaining Travelife certification.

Travelling Iceland’s founder is Helga Bára, a geologist with a doctorate in micropaleontology, with special emphasis on past climatic and oceanic changes. Helga Bára co-founded Plastic-Free September initiative, which encourages minimizing plastic use and supporting recycling efforts. She also served as a project assistant for the UN’s Faith for Nature: Multi-Faith Action initiative. Inspired to take collective action to protect our shared planet. Enthusiastic about nature and the environment and knowledgeable of her country, Helga Bára and her great team of experts, will discover with you all the gems of the North, with focus on responsible travel.