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East Greenland 8-day Boat supported trek

Join IFMGA certified mountain guide Matt on this once in a lifetime experience exploring the east coastline of Greenland for an amazing journey into the wild. Glaciers, mountains, waterfalls, traditional Inuit hunting methods and more!


TRIP TYPE

Group

DURATION

8 Days

OFFER PERIOD

Jul, Aug

FITNESS LEVEL

Occasional

SKILL LEVEL

Beginner

PAYMENT METHODS

Credit Card, Wire Transfer and more!

  • Experience the wilderness of Greenland with it fjords, glaciers and mountains
  • Our comfortable camps will be transported in parallel to us each day by boat
  • Be some of the first people to step foot on this land and see its epic beauty
  • Join the most experienced passionate & qualified Greenland guides & Inuit elders
  • Make the most of a small group size to really absorb the surroundings and bond

Description

The largest island in the world and with habitation going back 4,500 years, Greenland is a truly fascinating place to discover. The majority of the landmass is covered by the only other permanent ice sheet outside Antarctica, creating a picturesque world of ice.

East Greenland (known as Tunu by the Inuit) is a wild and beautiful coastline that is a must see for avid explorers. With ginormous glaciers, rugged mountains, iceberg filled fjords and ancient cultures, Tunu is set to inspire.

Together we will explore some of the most wild locations possible, rarely seen by human eyes. Our movements will be efficient with a light day pack, whilst a boat will travel in tandem transporting our camp and heavier possessions.

After meeting in Reykjavik, Iceland we will fly to Kulusuk island where we will spend the night. Kulusuk is a small community of 250 Inuits subsisting with hunting, after exploring the village we will begin our trek.

On route we will pass over fjords, explore rich tundra, observe the wild arctic fauna and spend nights overlooking spectacular glaciers calving into the sea.

When travelling by boat we will weave between icebergs and watch whales feeding. Every night we will set up camp in a special location and if it’s the end of August you may even see the first signs of Aurora Borealis.

The Greenland summer is short but intense and provides myriad plants and flowers to see including Arctic Poppies, Arctic Willow, Speedwells, Alpine Gentians and Saxifrage.

East Greenland’s coastal waters are rich with marine life including Minke, Fin, Humpback, Narwhal, Orca, Seals and Walruses.  Meanwhile on land, Arctic Foxes will likely visit the camp and Polar bears do periodically pass through – we always take the necessary safety measures.

Myself and my team are the most experienced and qualified in Greenland. This is our home and we utilise our local knowledge to create the most exciting trips, whilst also ensuring your safety.

The trip does not include major ascents (highest climb 400m) but we will be traversing rocky shorelines, boulder-filled hillsides and untracked land. Therefore confidence on uneven and exposed terrain is required. We advise spending time hiking before the trip to prepare.

If this journey into the stunning arctic wilderness of the north excites you then don’t hesitate to sign up now and join me on the adventure of a lifetime!

If you fancy a longer time to explore and immerse yourself in this incredible landscape then consider joining me on this extended 10-day excursion in East Greenland for even greater intimacy with arctic nature.

Price includes

- Accommodation included

- Guiding fee

- Breakfast

- Lunch

- Dinner

- Transport during the trip

- Luggage transfer

Price details

Please contact us about 2019 dates

What's Not Included:

Return flights to Greenland from Iceland (total would be £2722 (GBP) including Iceland - Greenland return flights)

International return flights from your home country to Iceland

Any accommodation required in Reykjavik, Iceland during transit

Expedition/travel insurance

Personal expedition equipment

Rental equipment costs

Any extra expenses due to unforeseen circumstances (eg. delayed flights)

Secure your spot with just 25% payment

48-hour free cancellation with 30-day advance booking


Itinerary

Day 1: Reykjavik - Kulusuk

Fly Reykjavik to Kulusuk –  Air Iceland.

A spectacular flight of icebergs and Greenland’s mountainous glaciated coastline.

We will meet you at Greenland airport.

We often head for a spot above the fjord to watch the sunset.

We’ll overnight in a typical local wooden cabin.

Day 2: Kulusuk Island

A day exploring Kulusuk Island.

including: Bays, Inlets, Old hunting grounds and wild vistas.

Day 3: Kulusuk - Kuummiut

By boat from Kulusuk to Kuummiut, about 1.5 hours.

Coastal hike from Kuummiut covering 7-9km

Day 4: Camp - Ikateq

Today we will cover 11km of sandy delta, stream crossings, small ascents & descents until we reach Ikateq.

Day 5: Ikateq - Camp

Today we will cover 9km. Crossing streaming, observing Arctic Char.

Our camp will be positioned on a glacial terrace overlooking the ocean

Day 6: Camp - Camp near Sermiligaq Fjord

Either a short day covering difficult ground to our next camp or we will spend time exploring the valley behind last nights’ camp, before moving on to the next camp.

Distance: 5km (or more if we explore the valley above camp)

Day 7: Camp - Kulusuk

Today we will traverse a series of ascents and descents leading us past a small waterfall to a rocky ridge.

Here the view only gets better, looking out over numerous glaciers and towering alpine spires.

After a spectacular final day out in the fjords, it’s time for the boat journey back to Kulusuk.

Day 8: Kulusuk - Reykjavik

Time to explore the village and its museum before flight.

Flight 1.50 hours

Details

More info

Reykjavik is a great place to spend some days before or after your trip, with lots to do in the surrounding area and a big range of cafes, restaurants and bars to explore.  

There is a small but significant risk of meeting polar bears in East Greenland. We don’t leave it to chance: with the right equipment, experience and systems, we carefully manage this risk.

Meeting point

About the guide: E-S Adventure Guides

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E-S Adventure Guides

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Tomas and his team of IFMGA/UIMLA-certified mountain guides & leaders and rock climbing instructors (Anna, Andrea, Elis, Enrico, Ivan, Julia, Lucia, Marika, and Oreste) are some of the top outdoor adventure professionals in Italy.

Whether you wish to climb the Gran Paradiso or go on an exciting via ferrata in the Dolomites, among other amazing options, they will be able to show you the top spots and the ropes to ensure you have an unforgettable and safe adventure.

Tomas will be your main point of contact during the booking process and will be able to help you with all the questions you have in order to make sure you receive the best possible guiding service.

Pick one of the programs featured for E-S Adventure Guides Italy and start planning an awe-inspiring experience in the mountains!

Languages

Italian | English

Certificates

UIMLA | UIAGM | IFMGA

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What people are saying about E-S Adventure Guides

Ciara

5.00

Paolo made the ski trip a total success in difficult conditions. His knowledge and enthusiasm are worth the investment to get the max from this ski area. Thanks again

Jeremy

5.00

Perfect experience with a wonderful guide

Stacia

5.00

We loved our guide and our adventure. She was very accommodating to our needs and nice to be around. I would totally book with explore share again.

Benjamin

5.00

I had a truly fantastic experience with Gabriele from PeaksHunter. He was a very experienced, careful guide. He was very considerate and encouraging and I was very fortunate to have this climbing experience with PeaksHunter.

Lee

5.00

Explore share were easy to work with and their outsourced guides “Peakshunter” were absolutely amazing. Our guides ELIS MARTIS and ALESSANDRO BELTRAMI were amazing they made the trip so much better. They were patient, professional and really knowledgable.

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