Discover East Greenland's raw beauty on this 8-day ski expedition. Glide through fjords, camp under starry skies, and experience Inuit culture in Kulusuk. Every detail is taken care of: an expert guide leads the way, all meals are provided, and accommodations alternate between tents and local houses. Your adventure package includes all Greenland transfers, camping gear, and a personal pulka for your equipment. If you have the skills and thirst for adventure, you're all set for an unforgettable experience in one of Earth's last frontiers.
Meet your guide and your group at Keflavík Airport in Reykjavík. The plane takes off at 5:30pm and lands in Kulusuk at 6:15pm local time. We’ll experience the Polar Winter right away as we ski 3 km / 1.9 miles from the airport to Kulusuk village. The day ends with a warm dinner in our accommodation.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: House in Kulusuk
After gathering supplies at the village store, we’ll cross the Torsut Tuno fjord and enter the narrow Torsukatak fjord. The fjord is 5 km / 3.1 miles long and surrounded by mountain walls reaching up to 850 m / 2,789 ft in height! Our route takes us over a pass and down to Ikasak fjord, where we’ll set up our first camp. It’s a full day with 7-8 hours of skiing.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Tents
Today we’ll ski across a small pass on Apusiaajik’s north coast, cross a small lake, and ski along a fjord. Our path leads us into a narrow strait between Nuerniakkat and Salisaatik, where we’ll set up camp after about 7 hours of skiing.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Tents
We’ll ski near Hjelmen (the “Helmet”), a mountain crowned by a small glacier, then turn south towards Tiniteqilaaq Island, known for its grounded icebergs. The day will give us views of towering peaks on the edge of the sea. Our next campsite will be north of Eqqgiligaarteq island after another 7-8 hour day on the slopes.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Tents
Today’s route crosses the Itterajiip Imaa fjord and passes through a channel between Inglingateq and Apusiaajik islands. We’ll ski for 7-8 hours before setting up camp near Apusiajik glacier.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Tents
As we make our way back to our starting point, we’ll pass impressive mountains rising up to 800 m / 2,625 ft directly from the sea. Dog sled tracks near Tunu will guide us to Kulusuk. After about 6 hours of skiing, we’ll enjoy the comfort of a local house.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: House in Kulusuk
We’ll leave our luggage in the house and set off on a nice tour of Kulusuk island with lighter packs for a change of pace. We might even experience a dog sled ride with Inuit hunters! This day also serves as a buffer in case we encounter any delays in the previous days of our expedition.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: House in Kulusuk
Our last morning will give us time to explore Kulusuk village and the nearby hills. After a final lunch in our house in Kulusuk, we’ll ski to the airport for our late afternoon flight. The flight departs from Kulusuk at 7pm, and we’ll arrive in Keflavik at 9.45pm local time.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
If you’re having trouble finding flights from Reykjavík to Kulusuk for your desired travel dates, just let us know. Your guide pre-books flights to make sure your trip is locked in.
What you get on this adventure:
What’s not included:
This East Greenland expedition requires solid physical fitness and skiing ability. You should be comfortable skiing for 6-8 hours a day, multiple days in a row, while towing your belongings, approximately 30 to 35 kg (66 to 77 lbs). On average, you’ll cover 15 to 20 km per day (9 to 14 miles), with the highest point reaching under 300 m (985 ft).
Prior experience with multi-day ski tours is necessary. You should be able to ski in various snow conditions. While you don’t need to be an elite athlete, you should have great physical fitness. Regular cardiovascular exercise and strength training in the months leading up to the trip will help ensure you’re prepared for the demands of daily skiing and camp setup in a cold environment. Weather conditions can be challenging with potential wind and cold temperatures.
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The weather in East Greenland during spring is a true arctic winter experience, so you should be prepared for cold temperatures and the possibility of severe weather. Temperatures typically range from -5°C to -20°C (23°F to -4°F). While the weather is generally calmer than in early winter, it remains variable. You can expect a mix of clear, sunny days and periods of snowfall.
Wind conditions are often calm, but occasional storms can still bring heavy snowfall and strong winds. These storms are less frequent than in early winter but still occur. It’s worth noting the unique weather phenomenon called a Piteraq, a powerful katabatic wind that happens a few times each year. When a Piteraq is forecasted, it’s essential to seek proper shelter.
Here’s a suggested list of the equipment you need to bring:
Clothing list
Gear
Personal equipment
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Yes, you can! You can rent a sleeping bag from your guides, and ski rentals can be arranged for you in Reykjavík. Please indicate your needs during checkout to ensure everything is set for your trip.
Group sizes and pricing
An East Greenland expedition can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has skiers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The starting point of your East Greenland expedition is Keflavik International Airport (KEF) in Reykjavik, Iceland. You will meet your guide at the airport and board the 5:30pm flight to Kulusuk Airport (KUS) together. After landing in Kulusuk at 6:15pm local time (GMT -1), you will put on your skis at the airport terminal and ski 3 km / 1.9 miles to the village of Kulusuk.
Please note that the flight from Keflavik to Kulusuk is not included in the trip price, but can be arranged for an additional fee. Let us know during checkout if you’d like assistance with booking this flight.
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