Greenland Arctic Circle Trail Skiing Expedition
Enjoy an exciting and remote ski touring experience on a wild Greenland Arctic Circle Trail Skiing Expedition that you will forever treasure. The amazing nature and vast landscapes of Greenland will leave you in awe as you strongly ski forward pulling your pulka in a snow-capped wonderland.
TRIP TYPE
Group
DURATION
13 Days
OFFER PERIOD
Mar, Apr
FITNESS LEVEL
Fit
SKILL LEVEL
Advanced
PAYMENT METHODS
Credit Card, Wire Transfer and more!
- Ski the Arctic Circle Trail and discover Greenland's unique wilderness.
- Learn winter camping, navigation, and safety routines and techniques.
- Catch sight of reindeer, musk-oxen, arctic hares, polar foxes and more!
- Visit Aasivissuit-Nipisat, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Description
Description
If you are up for wild and remote adventures, then you will love this 2-week Greenland Arctic Circle Trail skiing expedition. This amazing challenge will allow you to experience the wonders of the Arctic winter, and also prepare for more challenging experiences ahead.
This tour takes place in two parts. First, you will join a 5-day preparation course in Golsfjellet in Norway. The 2024 dates for the training course are from 2-7 of January. Then, in March, we will meet again in Greenland to traverse from Sisimut to the Russel Glacier.
We will begin at Kangerlussuaq airport and end in Greenland’s second-largest city, Sisimiut. You can fly direct from Copenhagen. Once there, before we actually head to our trail We will be using Nordic BC Skis and sleeping in specialized winter tents that will be provided. We will set off on our own north route, off the established scooter/sled route, to avoid traffic and noise. A large section of the Arctic Circle Trail will take us through Aasivissuit-Nipisat, a UNESCO world heritage site**.** In the last few days, we will return to the established route until we reach Sisimut. You can find a detailed itinerary below.
Please keep in mind that this is a demanding and challenging program. Not only is it long, but it is also difficult because you will be skiing and sleeping in tents in extreme winter conditions. All participants will contribute actively to setting up camp, cooking, and melting snow for water. The daily skiing distance will be between 10 to 15 kilometers per day. The temperature can range from minus 10-30 degrees Celsius. Therefore, you will need to be mentally prepared for dealing with the cold temperatures and be physically fit. Of course, you will not be alone and it will be incredibly rewarding.
This is a great experience for those that want a true ski expedition in the heart of the Arctic. Furthermore, it is a great training ground for more challenging adventures, such as the Greenland Ice Cap crossing, as you will have the chance to learn basic winter camping, navigation, and safety routines.
Are you ready for an unforgettable Greenland Arctic Circle Trail ski touring expedition? Then contact me today and let’s start preparing for this amazing experience! I look forward to guiding you!
Price includes
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Skis
- Ski poles
- Camping equipment tents
- Camping equipment cooking utensils
Price details
PRICE INCLUDES:
Services of a qualified Arctic Nature Guide
Expedition course in Norway
All meals on the two ski expeditions, including plenty of snacks
Expedition equipment, tents, stoves, cooking utensils, thermos bottle, snow shovels, pulks equipped with a drag system, drag harness for pulks
All safety equipment including: emergency satellite beacon and satellite phone
Rental skis, skins, ski poles (NOT ski boots)
NOT INCLUDED:
Transport to/from Norway (expedition course)
Flights to/from Sisimiut
Transport from Kangerlussuaq back to Copenhagen
Accommodation/meals in Sisimiut and Kangerlussuaq
Ski boots (must be compatible with binding system NNN BC)
Personal clothing (must be able to cope with minus 30 celsius)
Sleeping bag (minimum comfort temperature of minus 25 celsius)
Sleeping mattress (minimum R-value of 5)
Personal Hygienics
Personal Travel Insurance (must include Search and Rescue coverage)
Any extra expenses due to unforeseen events and changes (delayed flights, extra logistics, and accommodation)
Secure your spot with just 25% payment
48-hour free cancellation with 30-day advance booking
Itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1 to 6: Expedition Pre-Course: January 2024- Norway
The course required to participate in this expedition will take place in Golsfjellet, Norway. The first two days will be spent going over logistics and preparing for a 3-day trial expedition experience that will take place in similar conditions to those of the Arctic Circle excursion.
During the pre-course, we will stay in tents, and train all relevant skills including learning proper winter camping routines and skiing full days with a loaded pulka.
On day 6 of our training, we will return to the Golsfjellet cabin early in the afternoon.
Day 1 to 16: Arctic Circle Trail: March 2024
Finally, we will set off on the Arctic Circle Trail in March 2024!
On day 1, we will arrive in Sisimut and stay 3 nights at Hotel Seaman's Home while we get ready and enjoy some sightseeing.
From days 04 to 16, we will set off on the Arctic Circle trail to Russel Glacier, which we will reach on the last day, and from where we will be transferred back to Kangerlussuaq.
Equipment you will need to bring
Equipment you will need to bring
Ski boots (must be compatible with binding system NNN BC) Personal clothing (must be able to cope with minus 30 celsius) Sleeping bag (minimum comfort temperature of minus 25 celsius) Sleeping mattress (minimum R-value of 5) Personal Hygienics
FAQs
FAQs
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About the guide: Kristian
About the guide: Kristian
Kristian
Nature Guide
Arctic Nature Guide
My name is Kristian Salomonsen, and I am originally from Denmark.
As a child, I lived 2 years in Greenland, where I developed a strong passion for the outdoors. After finishing high school in Denmark, I moved to Norway to study arctic outdoor life (friluftsliv) at “Øytun Folkehøgskole” for one year. Then, I moved to Svalbard for a one-year “Arctic Nature Guide” study program which certifies guides to be able to lead tent based multi-day hiking trips in arctic climates. When I finished, I started working as a glacier guide and instructor during the summer season, leading many glacier hiking trips in southern Norway. From 2014 onward, I spent my summers working as an alpine climbing guide/instructor at Nordnorsk Klatreskole (Lofoten Mountain Guides), in Lofoten, northern Norway.
Greenland is like a second home to me, and I am looking very much forward to share many nature experiences with you in this awe-inspiring location!
Languages
Norwegian | Swedish | English |
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