Included: An experienced, IFMGA guide with extensive knowledge of the area 10 days of sailing and exploring Greenland World-class skipper and private chef All meals and snacks for the duration of the tour (gourmet cuisine and typical local dishes) Hot beverages and non-alcoholic beverages Sailboat transportation and accommodations for the duration of the tour Bedding and towels Standard offshore lifejacket and lifeline Shore landings and tours with the dinghy Fuel and all port dues Not included: Transportation to and from the Constable Point (meeting point in Greenland) Accommodations prior to and after the tour Food and beverages on the day of arrival until boarding Alcoholic beverages Voice and data communication using onboard equipment Trekking or other outdoor activity gear. Entry fees into parks, museums, etc Insurance

What's life on board like?

It’s the best ever! You can expect a wonderful blend of adventure, camaraderie, and awe-inspiring beauty. Reaching these remote corners of the world usually takes serious planning—but not when you’re on this tour. With sturdy boats, expert guides, and a warm, professional crew, everything’s handled for you—safely and smoothly. With 4 to 6 guests per trip , you’ll have more comfort and flexibility, maximizing your time spent onshore. Your first mate and chef will pamper you with a gourmet breakfast, après-ski snacks, and a delicious 3-course dinner , featuring local delicacies paired with exquisite wines! Three boats are available, each perfectly suited for these waters and comfortably accommodating up to six guests.

How fit do I need to be?

In order to join the sail and explore tour of Greenland, you need to be reasonably fit. This is a beginner-friendly adventure, but keep in mind that you’ll spend some time hiking and walking onshore. Due to Greenland’s limited health system capacities, make sure that you’re in good health and able-bodied to travel in Greenland. It can be a costly and timely affair to transport you to hospital in Greenland if you become seriously ill.

What will the weather be like?

During the Arctic summer, temperatures range from 4-9 °C / 39-48 F on average, but the generally dry air makes it milder than you may expect. Still, make sure you bring plenty of layers.

What do I need to bring?

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring: Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag) Duffle bag for clothes Hiking poles — optional Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity) Hat or cap A buff or neck gaiter Warm gloves Thermal underwear (wool or synthetic) Long sleeve shirt (wool or synthetic) T-shirts (wool or synthetic) Light wool or fleece sweater Hooded wind and waterproof puffy jacket Wind and waterproof breathable trousers An insulating layer Leisure clothing for the boat Spare clothes for layering Sturdy waterproof hiking boots or shoes Soft indoor shoes for the boat Thermal mat (for lunch breaks) — optional Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, etc.) Mosquito repellent SPF lip balm and face cream Headlamp or flashlight Sunglasses Camera — optional (but recommended) Keep in mind that hard case luggage is not admitted on board. Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. Make sure to avoid cotton and bring fast-drying clothes instead.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and prices: To ensure your comfort and safety, this max number of people in a group for this adventure is 6. You can join this adventure on your own or in bigger groups until all the spots are taken. The cost does not decrease as the group grows. Unless stated otherwise, accommodation is for two persons in double-bed cabins. Staying in a single cabin is possible with a price surcharge. Contact us prior to booking to make arrangements. Min. age requirements: If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors older than 10-12 may be permitted to join the tour, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has travelers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

Your tour starts in Kulusuk, the gateway to East Greenland where you’ll board the boat. To reach Kulusuk, Icelandair has a service all year round from Reykjavik (international connecting hub). If you are coming from Copenhagen, you must first fly to Nuuk and then catch another flight to Kulusuk, which backtracks across the entire country. There are only small transfer boats that operate between Tasiilaq (located on a separate island) and Kulusuk and the other settlements in the area, so arriving by ferry is not the best option.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection . To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible , simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner ! Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered. Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

Sailing and exploring tour in Greenland.

Kulusuk | Greenland

Sailing and Exploring Adventure in Greenland

10 days | Easy | 5.00

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Venture to places few others have visited as you glide along the stunning and sparsely populated east coast of Greenland. Aboard the Varuna, a comfortable expedition sailboat, you’ll explore the untamed waters and untouched landscapes of the Sermilik and Ammassalik fjords. The colorful village of Kulusuk, often surrounded by floating icebergs, is the gateway to East Greenland. As you sail in the blue Arctic among the colossal icebergs, keep an eye out for Greenland’s impressive array of wildlife. You’re bound to spot walrus and narwhals, beluga and humpback whales, polar bears, arctic foxes and numerous other species that inhabit the world’s largest national park.

Adventure Highlights

Uncover the secrets of the biggest fjord system on the planet
Sail next to Inuit settlements and humongous icebergs in Sermilik
Possibly the best spot for catching the Northern Lights in late summer

Duration

10 days

Season

June to September

Group size

Up to 6 people

The adventure, day by day

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Greenland is a winner in more categories than we can list: the largest island, the least densely populated area, the biggest fjord system, one of the most remote airports and areas on Earth. During the course of 10 days, get to know the Land of Superlatives by journeying through the Sermilik fjord and the Ammassalik fjord by a sturdy sailboat. Your crew will make stops onshore as often as possible, so make sure you’re all fueled up for the day—luckily, you’ll have a top chef, preparing gourmet meals and typical local dishes. All you have to worry about is spotting the mighty wildlife.

Day 1: Arrival in Greenland

Fly into one of the smallest international airports in the world with only a gravel landing strip —Kulusuk International Airport. Kulusuk is a traditional Greenlandic village that still reflects much of its original Inuit culture. You may want to use your time before embarking to hike the 300-meter tall Isikajia hill and enjoy an excellent view of the Denmark Strait, the icebergs, the fjord system, Tasiilaq island and the coastline.

Once you meet your crew and fellow travelers, get settled in and review the boat facilities. Afterwards, you’ll have a safety briefing with your skipper and your guide. Finally set sail towards the initial anchorage and enjoy your first dinner onboard.

Ittoqqortoormiit settlement in Greenland.

Days 2-9: Cruise through the Sermilik and Ammassalik Fjord System

This adventure takes you through the region of the Sermilik Fjord and the Ammassalik Fjord, on the eastern coast of Greenland. Departing from Kulusuk, you’ll spend your time exploring a region far away from any infrastructure or inhabited area. The Sermilik Fjord, whose name ‘Sermilik’ means ‘place with glaciers’ is located at the southern end of King Christian IX Land, west of the Ammassalik fjord. It is one of the largest fjords in the south-eastern coast of Greenland and stretches inland in a roughly northern direction, splitting into two branches at its head. It culminates in multiple glaciers including the Helheim, Fenris and Midgard glaciers, which feed a constant flow of icebergs into the fjord. The far, western flank of the fjord is inundated by Greenland’s icecap, second only in size to Antarctica. Surrounded by a steep mountainous shoreline and filled with sculpted icebergs, it makes for a spectacular setting. Your guide knows everything about the area—ask them about weather patterns, tradition, or the culture, they’ll answer every question you might have. With icebergs towering over you and high walls and cliffs falling straight into the sea, keep an eye out for the wildlife. Narwhals, polar bears, arctic foxes, geese, seabirds, seals, beluga whales, walrus—these are just a few of the animals living in the Arctic Circle.

Two sailors steering the boat and enjoying the sun as they make their way through Greenland fjords

Day 10: Departure

You’ll arrive at Kulusuk in the morning. Say goodbye to your crew, to your fellow adventurers, and to the boat that’s been your home for 10 days. Return to the airport—bon voyage back home!

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Life on board

Varuna

Varuna is a state-of-the-art, 22-meter (73-foot) aluminum sloop sailboat built for unlimited travel and high latitude cruising. With a maximum of 6 guests, comfort and personalized attention are guaranteed! You’ll stay in cozy, handcrafted cabins—each with en-suite bathrooms, individual heating, lighting, and power. Varuna features a panoramic deck saloon for 360° views and a thermally isolated inner hull, ensuring warmth and dryness, no matter the weather.

Intrepido

Intrepido is a 21-meter (69-foot) sloop, expertly designed for expedition sailing. Her spacious passenger cabins are designed for comfort while maintaining speed, thanks to her lightweight aluminium hull—which will allow you to reach remote areas, away from harbors. Intrepido accommodates 6 guests in bespoke wooden double-berth cabins, each with an ensuite bathroom, heating, lighting, and power, With a spacious central cockpit, two deck cockpits, and a unique desk saloon, you’ll have plenty of space to relax after a day out!

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Sailing and Exploring Adventure in Greenland

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Meet your guides

Seasoned pros, local legends, and passionate adventurers—your trip is in the best hands.

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Lionel

A professional racer-skipper and exceptional boat preparer, Lionel’s carrier spans solo oceanic races, non-stop around the world races, and many more. He is also certified as an offshore commercial yacht master, contributing significant skills in both crew management, safety and medical emergency chapters. Lionel is dedicated to sharing his passion for sailing and nature.

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Brian

IFMGA Mountain Guide

Brian is a professional mountain and climbing guide, a ski teacher, an Arctic Guide and RYA sailing teacher that has been running Ski & Sail tours for 15 years. In the last 23 years, he has become the lead guide for some amazing companies including the BBC, Pioneer Productions London, Amazon Prime and the top heliskiing operations worldwide. When he’s not leading tours, he tours Europe lecturing about avalanche awareness and rescue!

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Paul

IFMGA Mountain Guide

Paul travels the world year-round. He spends the winter season ski touring, mountaineering, freeriding, heliskiing, ice climbing and snowshoeing across the world, and during the summer he guides for mountaineering, sport climbing, bouldering, trekking and biking.

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Andres

IFMGA Mountain Guide

Andres has made his dream a profession—he has been a qualified IFMGA mountain guide for 13 years! Sponsored by Mammut, he carries numerous expeditions all around the world and continuously discovers new terrain around Iceland, Norway, Japan and Alaska. When he’s not skiing, he works as a profiler for the Snow and Avalanche Research Institute in Davos and gives avalanche courses for all levels of skiers every year.

What others say about this adventure

5.00 (4 reviews)

Salla Sipari

Super professional and nice crew, excellent food, all worked perfectly..

Phil Ensign

Our sailing in Greenland aboard the guiding company’s 25 meter sailboat Varuna was the best way to explore the arctic that I can imagine. Each day our captain navigated between huge icebergs while we looked for whales and seals. After anchoring in otherwise inaccessible bays, our guide Michael led us through wild glacial valleys and up untracked peaks to enjoy views of the huge Greenland ice cap and the glaciers and waterfalls that pour off it into the ice-filled fjords. After our on-land adventures, we relaxed in the casual luxury of the Varuna and enjoyed the extremely tasty and healthy gourmet meals prepared by our cook and first mate, Luse. If you want to explore the arctic wilderness on foot but sleep and eat in comfort, I cannot think of a better way to do it. All the folks were friendly and easy to work with. Our captain, Lionel, has raced catamarans around the world and the whole crew seemed to enjoy our adventure as much as we did. Our only problem on this trip is that we experienced a little travel drama because we waited too long to book our flights to Greenland.

Eero Saarinen

My Ski & Sail trip to Svalbard with this guiding company was unforgettable. The skiing locations were incredible, and the crew was friendly and attentive. The boat was comfortable and well-equipped. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a unique adventure.

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Salla Sipari

Super professional and nice crew, excellent food, all worked perfectly..

Phil Ensign

Eero Saarinen

Ana Alvaro

They are a great professional team. Lionel Lemmonchais is the best skipper I ever met!!

Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced, IFMGA guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  - 10 days of sailing and exploring Greenland
  - World-class skipper and private chef
  - All meals and snacks for the duration of the tour (gourmet cuisine and typical local dishes)
  - Hot beverages and non-alcoholic beverages
  - Sailboat transportation and accommodations for the duration of the tour
  - Bedding and towels
  - Standard offshore lifejacket and lifeline
  - Shore landings and tours with the dinghy
  - Fuel and all port dues
Not included:
- - Transportation to and from the Constable Point (meeting point in Greenland)
  - Accommodations prior to and after the tour
  - Food and beverages on the day of arrival until boarding
  - Alcoholic beverages
  - Voice and data communication using onboard equipment
  - Trekking or other outdoor activity gear.
  - Entry fees into parks, museums, etc
  - Insurance
It’s the best ever! You can expect a wonderful blend of adventure, camaraderie, and awe-inspiring beauty. Reaching these remote corners of the world usually takes serious planning—but not when you’re on this tour. With sturdy boats, expert guides, and a warm, professional crew, everything’s handled for you—safely and smoothly.

With 4 to 6 guests per trip, you’ll have more comfort and flexibility, maximizing your time spent onshore. Your first mate and chef will pamper you with a gourmet breakfast, après-ski snacks, and a delicious 3-course dinner, featuring local delicacies paired with exquisite wines!

Three boats are available, each perfectly suited for these waters and comfortably accommodating up to six guests.
In order to join the sail and explore tour of Greenland, you need to be reasonably fit. This is a beginner-friendly adventure, but keep in mind that you’ll spend some time hiking and walking onshore. Due to Greenland’s limited health system capacities, make sure that you’re in good health and able-bodied to travel in Greenland. It can be a costly and timely affair to transport you to hospital in Greenland if you become seriously ill.
During the Arctic summer, temperatures range from 4-9 °C / 39-48 F on average, but the generally dry air makes it milder than you may expect. Still, make sure you bring plenty of layers.
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
- - Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag)
  - Duffle bag for clothes
  - Hiking poles — optional
  - Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  - Hat or cap
  - A buff or neck gaiter
  - Warm gloves
  - Thermal underwear (wool or synthetic)
  - Long sleeve shirt (wool or synthetic)
  - T-shirts (wool or synthetic)
  - Light wool or fleece sweater
  - Hooded wind and waterproof puffy jacket
  - Wind and waterproof breathable trousers
  - An insulating layer
  - Leisure clothing for the boat
  - Spare clothes for layering
  - Sturdy waterproof hiking boots or shoes
  - Soft indoor shoes for the boat
  - Thermal mat (for lunch breaks) — optional
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, etc.)
  - Mosquito repellent
  - SPF lip balm and face cream
  - Headlamp or flashlight
  - Sunglasses
  - Camera — optional (but recommended)
Keep in mind that hard case luggage is not admitted on board.

Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. Make sure to avoid cotton and bring fast-drying clothes instead.

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Group sizes and prices:
- - To ensure your comfort and safety, this max number of people in a group for this adventure is 6. You can join this adventure on your own or in bigger groups until all the spots are taken.
  - The cost does not decrease as the group grows.
  - Unless stated otherwise, accommodation is for two persons in double-bed cabins. Staying in a single cabin is possible with a price surcharge. Contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements:
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors older than 10-12 may be permitted to join the tour, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has travelers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
Your tour starts in Kulusuk, the gateway to East Greenland where you’ll board the boat.

To reach Kulusuk, Icelandair has a service all year round from Reykjavik (international connecting hub). If you are coming from Copenhagen, you must first fly to Nuuk and then catch another flight to Kulusuk, which backtracks across the entire country. There are only small transfer boats that operate between Tasiilaq (located on a separate island) and Kulusuk and the other settlements in the area, so arriving by ferry is not the best option.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
- If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
- if canceled 90 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
- if canceled 45 to 89 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
- If canceled within 44 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
- Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48 hours grace period.

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