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Hiking East Greenland - EWRK Tel : +47 22413030 | Epost :[email protected]| Web :www.reisebazaar.no Karl Johans gt. 23, 0159 Oslo, Norway Hiking East Greenland - EWRK Turkode Destinasjoner Turen starter 25579 Grønland 2487311https://rest.gadventures.com/places/ Turen destinasjon Reisen er levert av 0 dager 2487311https://rest.gadventures.com/places/2487311Kulusuk Fra : NOK 0 Oversikt When someone says “incredible hiking adventure” East Greenland probably doesn’t immediately come to mind. This five-day tour will 100% change that. Trek and camp your way across this rugged land’s spectacular mountains, glaciers, and valleys, discovering the region’s storied culture and fascinating wildlife along the way. Reiserute Kulusuk/Apusiaajik island Arrive in the morning and meet the CEO at the airport, where we start the day off with a walk to the town of Kulusuk, to visit the key sites and learn about daily life. Later, catch a boat to Apusiaajik Island, enjoy the beautiful scenery on the hike to our first camp, where you'll help set up and settle in for the evening. This adventure includes 3 nights basic–participation camping in a tent. Dinner and breakfast will be prepared by the guide with the help of passengers in a mess tent. The mess tent is large enough that everyone can sit on a simple foldable camping stool. There will be a small table and a large cooking stove. The camp spot is remote and in the wilderness - there is no electricity or wifi/internet connection. Apusiaajik island Embark on a morning hike to Apusiaajik glacier for stunning views and observations on the effects climate change has had on Greenland's glaciers. Continue on to hike in Apusiaajiip Ilinnera Valley, following rivers and hills and admiring the delicate arctic wildflowers. Apusiaajik Island is part of the Ammassalik archipelago on the southeastern shore of Greenland. The island is mountainous, with the highest peak being Qivtaatit at 855 m (2,805.1 ft). We will be hiking in the central area which is glaciated, with many chances to enjoy the active Apusiaajik Glacier which flows down to Torsuut Tunoq sound. Participants will need to cross rivers every day on the trip. The water level in the rivers changes due to seasonal conditions. In some cases we will be able to step from stone to stone to get to the other side. In other cases we will need to take our shoes and socks off, put on river crossing shoes and wade the rivers. Your guide will provide you with advice on river crossing and bringing your own Trekking poles might come in handy when wading rivers. Apusiaajik island/Niiniartivaraq Area Catch a boat to the mainland, cruising through the Ikaasatisivaq strait and into a small ord at the foot of the Niiniartivaraq mountains. After setting up camp, walk into a small Valley and climb a hill at the foot of the mountains for stunning views. On the way back to camp, try to catch a trout or two for dinner. You must be fit and able to hike every day of this trip. There is no option to opt out of hiking or excursions as for safety reasons, passengers are not able to remain behind on their own at camp. Niiniartivaraq Area/Kulusuk This morning, hike up to a 400m ridge separating our camp from the Sermilik ice ord. Take in the sweeping views across the main ice cap of Greenland, keeping an eye out for icebergs. Continue along the ridge to the small hunting village of Tiniteqilaq where we catch a boat back to Kulusuk. This evening, enjoy a traditional Greenlandic drum dance circle. You must be fit and able to hike every day of this trip. There is no option to opt out of hiking or excursions as for safety reasons, passengers are not able to remain behind on their own at camp. You will see results of hunting - it's important to remember that seal hunting is a traditional way of life in this area. While this may be shocking to you, we stress the importance of respecting the differences in other cultures and way of life. Kulusuk Walk to the Kulusuk airport where the tour ends. Viktig Informasjon Product Line Code EWRK What's Included Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group. Kulusuk Walking Tour, Kulusuk. Apusiaajik Glacier and Apusiaajiip Ilinnera Valley Hike. Niiniartivaraq Mountain Hike. Sermilik Fjord High Ridge Glacier Hike. Traditional Drum Dance Circle. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities Highlights Explore the remote wilderness of Greenland, Hike the majestic Apusiaajik Glacier, Conquer the Niiniartivaraq mountains, Learn about the Inuit culture and daily life in the north. Dossier Disclaimer The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary. VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans. Itinerary Disclaimer While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission. Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances. Itinerary Notes Specific flights need to be booked for this trip; please see joining instructions for details. Important Notes Flights to/from Greenland Specific flights are required to get to and from Greenland - please work directly with your booking agent/GCO to ensure the correct flights are secured. Packing / gear Layering is key on this trip and cotton clothing is not appropriate for strenuous hiking. You are restricted to a back pack/duffle of 15 kg per person + 6 kg daypack - we do recommend that you wear your main hiking outfit (with layers) on the plane and pack key items in your day pack in the chance that baggage can be misplaced/lost. Participatory This is a participarty trip, you are expected to help around the camp in set-up, cooking and cleaning. It is mandatory to "leave no trace" to preserve this remote environment. Activity Level You must be fit to participate in this trip, and you must participate in all included hikes. For safety reasons, no one in the group can be left behind or unattended at the camp. Roughing it This trip takes place in remote wilderness, you should be fully comfortable in these type of basic conditions, if not, this may not be the right trip for you. Electronics There is no wifi or electricity the first 3 nights of camping. We recommend bringing extra batteries, power banks, or solar charges to ensure you can keep your devices charged for pictures and videos. Group Leader Description The group will be led by a CEO (Chief Experience Officer) who is trained hiking and wilderness guide. Group Size Notes Min 15, average 12. Meals Included 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners Meals Breakfast. In the mornings we make a porridge, the Nordic breakfast classic, which is filling and provides long-lasting energy. We also bring some bread, butter and jam and of course, tea and coffee. Lunch: In the morning, the group makes their lunch-packs: bread, spreads, hams and cheeses. And nobody should go on a trek without biscuits. If you think you need more on your trip, it’s great to bring some extra energy bars or your favourite dry fruit/trail mix to keep in your day pack. Dinner; The evening meal is a combination of dry-freezed food some days, and simple cooking over the camp stove. While the guide prepares dinner at the end of the day (your help with chopping and preparing is appreciated). Each meal is three courses, starter, main and desert. We try to make the menu diverse and keep a good balance. To give you an idea, you could have soup to start with, then cous- cous and sausage, and a piece of cake for desert. If our roads cross with a fisherman, we try to get some fresh fish to add to our meal. Because we strive to get as much as we can locally and that we are in the Arctic where meat and fish is the stable diet (and for a good reason), we encourage you to go with the flow, unless you have special dietary requirements.
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