Wildlife protection and flight termination

Verified from official sources
Vatnajökulsþjóðgarður — General rules regarding the use of drones for recreational purposesVersion 1Effective -Verified 24 August 2026

In plain language

You must not disturb wildlife with your drone. If you notice birds or other animals reacting to your drone, you must stop flying immediately.

Requirement as structured

Drone operators must not disturb wildlife, and any flight that unexpectedly disturbs birds or other wildlife must be terminated immediately.

Original regulatory text

It is not allowed to disturb wildlife. If the flight unexpectedly disturbs birds or other wildlife, it must be stopped immediately.