ADVENTURE SKIING AND HELISKIING TO THE BEACH...

MANIITSOQ

www.heliskigreenland.com , DREAMLAND…

If you’re one of those who dream of dazzling new experiences, something unique and out of this world… choose your destination: Greenland! A destination with hidden treasures for skiers, nature and space lovers, longing for breathtaking sensations… A natural ice desert… surrounded by hundreds of square kilometres of mountains, between which flows incredible glaciers.

Amazing and unequalled scenery of mountains dipping into the sea; AMAZING AND magical arctic lights; long days, short UNEQUALLED SCENERY nights; and, just in the middle of this OF MOUNTAINS ineffable scenery, whales, seals, AND SEA caribous… Quite simply a magical sight, far beyond our imagination… Boarding! On a speed boat, with your ski boots on, it is the immersion in the heart of the fjords; and perhaps the chance of crossing the road of one or more whales…

AN UNIMAGINABLE …before you discover the infinite SKI TERRAIN choice of spectacular runs, which will provide thrills to enthusiasts and unlimited skiing for all skiers in a small group. A huge variety of quality terrain, unbelievable runs with couloirs, big glaciers and breathtaking views… ranging from the Ice Cap to the sea on the unique Arctic snow.

Mountains in this area rise up to 1 700 meters above sea level, with a few peaks in the Eternity Fiord rising above 2 000 meters.

The most beautiful mountains of the south west coast of Greenland, just below the Arctic Circle, where true adventure and discovery are the keywords. Exclusive access to vast terrain with the possibility for those who wish to extend the experience in the rays of the evening sun. A complete heliskiing adventure with sea views and the opportunity of skiing to the beach! GUIDES

We began to explore this Arctic region in year 2000 and based on our experience we offer you the opportunity of a unique adventure along with outstanding professional services. SAFETY Our lead guides are American and European certified mountain AND PLEASURE guides with extensive heliski IS OUR TOP PRIORITY experience from all over the world. From years of exploration they have unsurpassed knowledge of the Greenlandic terrain and specific snow conditions. HELICOPTER, PILOT AND MAINTENANCE

We have exclusive access to an Eurocopter Ecureuil B3 helicopter. Air Greenland has the highest level of maintenance standards within the aviation industry and will provide a backup helicopter in case of technical problems.

Pilots are all professionals, generally Nordic, and trained for the specific Greenlandic conditions. They are furthermore required to pass the approved Air Greenland Heliski Pilot Training program. Skiing conditions are very pleasant since Greenland enable skiing to and from sea level and the temperature are comparable with many European resort in March. UNEXPECTED The long days without night from mid-May offer unlimited AND VERY NICE skiing, generally in stable snow SKI CONDITIONS conditions due to the maritime climate. Here is the non-exhaustive list of what your days would look like: a week adventure of heliskiing, boat tours, whales, ski touring, prestigious flights, glaciers, fishing, barbecues in the refuge, a comfortable room in a hotel by the sea, storms, 7 DAYS wind, quiet, silence, sun, long days, short nights… OF ADVENTURE A whole magical world. DAY 1 1 DAY 2 TO DAY 7 Should the weather not allow for DAY 8 heliskiing we offer you other adventures After landing in Maniitsoq, the After breakfast, we will be take you to such as ski touring, whale watching, Early breakfast before your transfer Heliskigreenland team will meet you at the harbor or airport to reach, by speed kayaking, fishing… to Maniitsoq airport. It’s time to leave. the airport and drive you to the hotel (5 boat or helicopter, the first slope. The At the end of the day as we move back we You will fly back to Copenhagen, unless minutes). Settling at Hotel Maniitsoq. helicopter will drop you at altitude for may have the chance of crossing the road you choose to extend your trip to Later, a briefing, an avalanche beacon you to ski off-piste guided by one moutain of one or more whales. discover another exceptionnal site : 1search will be conducted, along with 2/7guide per group of 4. 8Ilulissat. Back at the hotel, usually late in the day, the required helicopter briefing. You After some runs as you get hungry the you can explore the village or simply may then have enough time for a first group will stop for a scenic picnic in the relax at the hotel. You can then enjoy a discovery of this magnificent and wild mountains. pleasant evening and a delicious dinner scenery before coming back to the hotel In the afternoon you will continue if you wish followed by the special for supper. Night at the hotel. discovering the Arctic area and hopefuly Greenlandic Coffee. track more fresh snow as you move As the days are long we may, weather further into the endless virgin terrain. permitting, extend the experience further Most of the slopes offer you magnificient by late skiing in the rays of the evening sea view and the opportunity of skiing all sun. the way to the beach ! Our hotel is located on the small Maniitsoq Island, in the South West Greenland.

An island full of colourful houses, easily accessible by OUR BASE plane, equipped with a modern hospital as well as all the CAMP facilities of a small town of 3 000 inhabitants. The 3 star hotel is situated in the center of this cosy westcoast town, at a hilltop overlooking the harbour with magnificience view of the surounding glaciers peaks.

The hotel has 21 comfortable double rooms. All rooms are with sea view, private bathroom shower and WC, phone, satellite TV, wireless Internet connection and mini- bar.

Dining at Hotel Maniitsoq is a pleasure you won’t forget easily: The kitchen is one of the finest in Greenland. The meals are not only delicious but often with new ideas and tasteful surprises. The wine list features a careful selection of fine wines and liqueurs. To go to Greenland, you need to transit through Copenhagen (). You will most probably have to spend a night in Copenhagen on your way to an from Greenland, as connections on the same day are not available. You will fly Air Greenland to Greenland’s international hub, HOW TO GET , and continue on a 40 minutes domestic flight to THERE ? Maniitsoq.

MANIITSOQ In most cases, you can enter in Greenland without visa. A passport or ID card of current validity is required to travel to Greenland (subject to changes). MANIITSOQ MANIITSOQ MANIITSOQ PACKAGES CLASSIC Package PRIVATE Package PRESTIGE Package

Maximum 3 groups of 4 people, A group of maximum 8 people, A group of maximum 3 people, 1 mountain guide per group, 18 flying 2 mountain guides, 12 flying hours in 2 mountain guides, 10.5 flying hours in hours in your private helicopter, speed your private helicopter, speed boat, your private helicopter, accommodation boat, accommodation in double room accommodation in double or single in double or single room and full (single room available at additional room and full board at Maniitsoq hotel, board at Maniitsoq hotel, transfer cost) and full board at Maniitsoq hotel, transfer on site. on site. transfer on site. ADDITIONAL SERVICES • Booking of air tickets and hotel stays in Copenhagen • Cancellation and/or assistance insurances • Ski and security equipment available on site

FOR YOUR INFORMATION • There is mobile phone coverage at the hotel, as INFORMATIONS well as Maniitsoq village AND ADDITIONAL • The hotel has internet connection and laudry SERVICES service • Electricity is according to European standards (220 volts) • Only 4 hours time difference with Central Europe CONTACT

CANDICE +33 (0)6 09 41 65 21 [email protected]

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