Exploring the fjords of Greenland east coast
Duration : 24 days
Greenland
Level : from intermediate to advanced
from 7900 € / p. from 6 to 10 persons
Infos & Booking
Description
With my experience in high latitudes, I propose to explore the most beautiful sites and wild fjords of the east coast of Greenland.
On the comfortable Kamak boat, we will visit territories still preserved from the human footprint. The activities are organized in one or two separate small teams to suit everyone's expectations. We will have the opportunity to hike on dry land or glacier with possible approach by kayak. You can also stay on board to just admire our environment, cook, or fish.
The aim of this expedition is to bring together people who are curious or passionate about the polar environment and keen to travel in a way that goes beyond simply being a tourist consuming destinations and timed activities.
Here are the fjords of the east coast of Greenland that we will likely visit:
- The bay of Scoresby Sund where the small airport of Constable Point is located.
- Nansen fjord with its huge glacier which flows into the sea and generates numerous icebergs. It is possible to make magnificent excursions there.
- Kangerlugssuaq fjord, one of the wildest fjords because of its remoteness and the absence of any village, except for the fishermen's village which has been abandoned for over 50 years. It has one of the largest glaciers on the east coast that comes directly from the ice cap. The terrain that awaits you is grassy or dry rocky with slabs of rock.
- Kangertiviagssaq fjord and the circus of the Mythic mountains and the glacier of France explored by the commander Charcot nearly a century ago. Sumptuous hikes on dry or glacial terrain await you.
- Sermilik Fjord and its small fishing villages such as Tiniteqilak.
- Louise Boyd Land Fjords, named after the first white explorer to travel the Arctic lands on board a ship. She organized 7 expeditions there between 1926 and 1941, in particular to map the fjords north of Scoresby Sund.
On this ship I also propose other trips:
- some wildlife observation and exploration in Spitsbergen,
- ski touring in Lofoten, from Bodø to Tromsø,
- ski-mountaineering and wildlife observation in Spitsbergen,
- ski touring and sailing in Finnmark (Norway).
Program
- Plan to arrive in Reykjavik around midday on D1.
- Then carpooling between participants to Isafjördur in northwestern Iceland, where boarding takes place.
- Crossing the Denmark Strait to Scoresby Sound for about ten days.
- Continuation of exploration either northward in the fjords of Louise Boyd Land or southward to the France Glacier and Sermilik Fjord.
- We will have the opportunity to hike on dry or glacial terrain.
- Some of the approaches or walks will be done by kayak.
- Return to Reykjavik in 2 or 3 days under sail.
- Return flights are booked at the last minute to allow for flexibility and increased safety.
The price includes
- Supervision and preparation of the trip by the mountain guide.
- All expenses related to the use of the boat.
- Copious, quality food and full board.
- Wine and drinks within reason.
The price does not include
- Return flights to Reykjavik, stopover fees and associated transports.
- Transfer from Reykjavik to Isafjördur (vehicle rental to be arranged for the group).
- Search, repatriation and cancellation insurance.
- Strong alcohol.
- Personal expenses.
- Anything not mentioned in "The price includes".
Accommodation
On Kamak boat.