GUIDED SEA KAYAK EXPEDITION
Greenland
Greenland is one of the words last great wildernesses. A remote and rugged landscape carved out from a lifetime of glaciers, ice sheets and long winters. For a few months every summer the pack ice breaks up and get pushed out to sea, leaving the fjords open to exploration. We will undertake a journey which meanders through mountainous islands, wild camp overlooking huge glaciers and maybe even visit some of the small remote villages.
Kululsuk
Location
This expedition will start from the tiny Inuit village of Kulusuk, home to around 200 people - local Inuit hunters and their families.
The village is one of only five settlements on the east coast of Greenland, this region is one of the most isolated in the world. The area is cut-off to access by sea for over half the year. In the spring the sea ice breaks-up and for a few short months the fjords allow passage to explore one of the wildest coastlines on earth.
2023 Dates
Who's this trip for
21st Aug - 1st Sept 2023 FULL
12-day trip, with 10 days of kayaking
£3230
2024 Dates
TBC
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Paddlers with experience of at least one multi-day expedition
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Skills around BCU 3* standard (roll not a prerequisite)
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Paddlers with a fitness level to cover 25 km each day
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Experience of wild camping, and happy to live without facilities for the duration
If you would like to discuss any of the above
requirements, please get in touch. We have training courses running in spring and autumn or we can offer 1:1 coaching.g.
Route
Our route will take us north from Tasiilaq, navigating the vast fjord network which weaves between steep, mountainous islands. Our goal is to reach the Apuseaq Glacier, an impressive calving glacier with many icebergs which ebb and flow with the tidal currents and winds, out towards to the coast.
We will then begin our journey east, passing beneath impressively steep mountains reaching height of over 1000m. This area will take your breath away, such dramatic landscapes in all directions. Still heading east we will pass through narrow fjords towards the Sermililk Fjord with its ice-choked waters, this will be an incredible vista for our camp.
The route will finally head south again navigating back towards the village of Tasiilaq.
WIldlife
The nutrient-rich waters of the fjords are home to some incredibly majestic animals. It is likely that we will paddle amongst whales, porpoise and seals. Greenland is home to many species of whales, with good fortune we may get sightings of Humpback, Minke and possibly the enormous fin whale. As well as marine life, we will travel through Polar bear territory.
Polar bears do pose a risk to every expedition, it is essential we take adequate safety measures to minimise the risk. The team will learn about bear safety protocol and bear watches will be a daily routine in camp.
Camping
Once we set off from the village of Tasiilaq we will be wild camping for the duration of the expedition. The team will carry 3 man tents, shared between 2, providing spacious and comfortable living space. The climate is relatively warm and calm this time of year, but temperatures will drop at night so warm sleeping bags are recommended.
All our meals will be cooked on camp stoves and will consist of daily expedition meals. These dehydrated packet meals allow us to carry a 10 day supply of food within our kayaks. These meals are light-weight and easily packed.
Arrival/Departure
Participants will need to arrive at Kululsuk international airport the day of the trip start date. We will spend the first and last night in the village. Departure from Kululsuk airport the morning of the final day.
What the Price Includes
Evoke Wilderness Sea Kayaking Guide.
Sea kayaking safety equipment.
All kayaking and camping equipment.
Cooking equipment and all expeditions meals.
Airport boat transfer to/from Tasiilaq village.
First and last night Accommodation in Tasiilaq.
Price does not Include
Airfare and baggage fees.
Travel Insurance.
Any extra costs due to unforeseen circumstances.
Booking
A 25% deposit is required to secure your spot, with the one instalment due 6 months prior to trip start and the remainder due 2 months before the expedition start date.
If you have any questions about the expedition or would like more information you can contact us