Hiking East Greenland

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 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.

Catch a boat to the mainland, cruising through the Ikaasatisivaq strait and into a small fjord 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. 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.

Walk to the Kulusuk airport where the tour ends.