Included:

• • 8-day guided Greenland Icefjord hiking tour by boat
  • An experienced hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  • Boat transfers
    • from Kulusuk to the start of the trek
    • from Sermilik fjord to Johan Pedersen fjord
    • from Johan Pedersen Fjord to Kulusuk at the end of the trek
  • All luggage transport from camp to camp
  • All meals from dinner on Day 1 to lunch on Day 8
  • Accommodation as described in the itinerary
  • All camping and cooking gear: tents, mess tent, safety equipment (satellite phone, first aid kit, etc.).

Not included:

• • Flights to and from Greenland (can be arranged at an additional cost, let us know if interested)
  • Sleeping bags (can be rented, if you’re interested let us know when booking)
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Guide gratuities — optional
  • Travel and medical insurance — mandatory

For this Greenland Icefjord hiking tour, a moderate to high level of fitness is recommended as you’ll engage in various activities, such as trekking along coastal paths, navigating uneven terrain, and ascending summits at more than 500 m / 1,640 feet. Your luggage will be transported from camp to camp, so you won’t have to carry everything in your backpack, but keep in mind that the duration of hikes ranges from 5 to 8 hours per day.

The terrain you’ll navigate during your Greenland Icefjord hiking tour is uneven and sometimes rocky, with certain sections of a little trodden path, while some hikes are entirely off the beaten track. Treks can also include exposed, steep, and stoney terrain. Given these challenges, it is crucial that the hikers are not only fit, but also experienced and prepared for extended periods of physical activity in remote wilderness areas.

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

• • Duffel bag for all your belongings (maximum 15 kg)
  • Backpack large enough to carry everything you need for day hikes (30-40 liter daypack)
  • Sleeping bag — can be rented upon checkout
  • Hiking poles — optional
  • Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  • Lightweight hiking boots
  • Comfortable hiking clothes (trekking trousers, fleece shirt, warm and waterproof jacket, gloves)
  • Spare clothes for layering
  • Rain gear
  • Sunhat
  • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  • Headlamp or flashlight
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera — optional (but recommended)

Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

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During your Greenland Icefjord hiking tour, your guides make sure to provide you with meals and various nutritious options with a focus on local ingredients, including freshly caught fish when available.

• • For breakfast you can expect hearty Nordic classics like porridge, which gives fullness and long-lasting energy. Your guides will also bring muesli, bread, butter, cheese, and jam, along with tea and coffee.
  • In the mornings, you’ll make your lunch–pack—enjoy a variety of sandwiches with spreads, hams, cheeses, and biscuits for an energy boost. The guides also provide nuts and chocolate snacks, but you are welcome to bring your favorite energy bars or snacks.
  • At the end of the day, your guide will prepare three–course dinners, with starters, mains, and desserts, ensuring a diverse menu with a good balance of flavors. For example, you could have soup as a starter, then fried fish and rice, and a piece of cake for dessert. (Any help with chopping and preparing is much appreciated!)

While vegetarian and vegan options may be limited due to the region’s restraints, your guides will try their best to accommodate your dietary preferences and needs. However, gluten-free diets can be easily accommodated. If you require a gluten-free diet, bear in mind that you should assist your guides during food shopping to ensure the purchase of the appropriate products for your needs. If you have any dietary restrictions or needs, let us know upon checkout.

For your Greenland Icefjord hiking tour all camping and cooking gear, including tents, mess tent, safety equipment (satellite phone, first aid kit, etc.) is provided by the guides. You should only bring your own sleeping bag—it’s recommended to have a sleeping bag rated for comfort between 0°C to -5°C (32 to 21°F) to ensure a comfortable night’s rest.

If you don’t have a suitable sleeping bag, you can rent one. If you’re interested in the rental, let us know upon booking.

Group sizes and pricing

• • For this group icefjord hiking tour in Greenland, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 12:1.
  • It takes a minimum of 5 people for this tour to operate. Your guides will let you know on time if the tour is guaranteed and running, though you can still contact us right away to tell you about the current state of bookings.
  • The maximum number of participants is set at 12.

Greenland Icefjord hiking tour can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements

• • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

The starting point of your Icefjord hiking tour is Kulusuk Airport (KUS) in Greenland, which is where you will meet your guide on Day 1. To get there, take the 5:30 pm flight from Keflavík International Airport (KEF) to Kulusuk, arrival is at 18:15 local time.

The guide greets the group at the airport in Kulusuk and after putting the luggage on a quad trailer, walks with the group to the village which takes about 30 minutes.

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