Day 1. Narsaq town and Qaleraliq Camp

Flight from Reykjavík (Iceland’sdomestic airport) . Reception in the airport and transfer by zodiac boat to the Qaleraliq camp, navigating along Tunulliarfik fjord among icebergs. We will stop at Narsaq to visit the third most populated town in South Greenland.

You will have free time to visit the museum, the fish market or the fur shops before boarding again to navigate towards the ice cap.

We will arrive to our camp set on a sandy beach, which contrasts with a spectacular view of three glacier tongues.

We will spend the night at the camp, allowing our senses to enjoy the thunderclap roar of the icefall from seracs.

Accommodation in 4 bedded basic but comfortable rooms of Domo “loft”.

Day 2. Qaleraliq glacier Camp – RIB boat navigation along glacier fronts. Walk on ice with crampons.

In the morning, we will set off for Qaleraliq camp, navigating with our RIB boats towards the Inland Ice. We will arrive to a cosy, enchanting camp set on a sandy beach, which contrasts with a spectacular view of two glacier fronts from Qaleraliq’s glacier.
Note that you should only bring with you the clothing and equipment that you will need for the 1 night stay at the camp. The rest of your luggage should be left at Narsaq.
Once we arrive, we will set off for the ice:
Glacier fronts and excursion on ice
We will navigate along the glacier fronts on a zodiac boat, admiring the beauty of their vertical ice walls and numerous icebergs as we approach them along their more than 10 kilometres descent to the sea. From there we will start the ice excursion. An impressive trek using crampons (organised to be suitable for all travellers) on one of the oldest masses of ice in the planet. We will explore its crevasses, drains, caves, seracs, and other ice formations, which give an incredible, labyrinthine quality to this glacier.
An expert mountain guide, a specialist in Glacier Science, will be in charge to make sure we are provided with the appropriate equipment, and to ensure the safety of the group during the trip. He will share with us his knowledge about the special characteristics of the glaciers in the South of Greenland. A unique experience, exciting and original, surprising both first-time comers and those used to the peculiarities of the glacier world. You will enjoy one of the most impressive sights and one of the best excursions in all Greenland.
Picnic lunch in the ice or at the camp depending conditions.
Return to Qaleraliq Camp. We will stay at the camp, allowing our senses to enjoy the unbelievable views and the thunderclap roar of the icefall from seracs. A magic place combining a sandy beach with the surrounding glaciers.

A place to admire and experience the pure Greenlandic wilderness at its best.

Dinner at the camp. Accommodation in domo tents.

Day 3.Ice Cap View

Ascent to the base of Tasersuatsiaq great lake and panoramic view of the Inlandis.
After enjoying breakfast in front of the glaciers we will ascent by foot through a unique desert-like sand valley which will lead us to a surprisingly different landscape, that of the green and thick tundra. After passing the lake, we will climb up a mountain 400 metres high, from which we will have a mesmerising view of the lake, one of the largest in Southern Greenland. The summit is also a very special viewing point of the Inlandice, the immense inland glacier. From there you can gaze upon the infinite ice sheet up to the north coast of the island and towards the Arctic Ocean, and see the Nunataks, floating landmarks on the ice sheet. We may pick mushrooms and blueberries, and look for caribou, which are plentiful in the area.
Dinner at the camp.
Accommodation in domo tents.

Day 4. Igaliku and Qooroq ice fjord navigation

Return navigation from Qaleraliq to Qassiarsuk, reaching the pontoon of Itilleq first. Easy hike to cross the Path of the Kings to the idyllic Igaliku, a small inuit settlement where one finds the ruins of Gardar, the archdiocese of Viking Greenland. In the afternoon, on our way to Qassiarsuk, we will visit the Qooroq Fjord, one of the most active glaciers in southern Greenland, navigating to the area where iceberg density will make it impossible to carry on… one of Greenland’s unforgettables. Farewell dinner will be a chance to try the dishes of the inuit tradition as whale, seal, caribou, mattak, etc.

Accommodation at the Leif Eriksson Hostel.

Day 5. Viking Greenland – Iceland

In the morning, we have the opportunity to take a guided tour of the Viking ruins of Qassiarsuk (Brattahlid on the Viking era), learning the history of the arrival of Eric the Red from Iceland at this small settlement in 985. Of particular interest are the reconstructions of a viking house (spacious but cold) and an inuito dwelling (small but warmer), transporting us back in time to the harsh conditions in which these people lived and it definitely shows us how the Inuit knew how to adapt better to the progressive cooling of the climate. Boat transfer to Narsarsuaq and time to visit the local museum, The Bluie West One, former US militay base untouched since the Second World War.

Flight Narsarsuaq-Reykjavik (Iceland’s domestic  airport).

Price 2022

2,250 € from/to Reykjavik (Iceland)

Dates 2022

Departures from Reykjavik 

June

From 28th to 02nd of June

July
From 12th to 16th of July
From 19th to 23rd of July
From 26th to 30th of July

September
Special Northern Lights
From 30tth of August to 03rd of September
From 06th to 10th of September
From 13th to 17th of September

What it’s included:

• – Flight from Reykjavik  to Narsarsuaq/return flight
• – Tasermiut, South Greenland Expeditions’ guide (english speaking)
• – Transfers in Greenland, as specified on this program
  – Meals on a full board basis
• – Accommodation in Greenland, as specified on this program
  – Camping and RIB boat travel equipment
• – Guided visit to Brattahlid viking reconstructions
• – Greenlandic farewell dinner

What it’s not included:

• – Airport taxes and Fees (approx. 175-200€ from Reykjavik )
• – Travel insurance
• – Lunch on flight days
• – Accommodation, transfers and food in Reykjavík
• – Optional excursions*
• – Unexpected expenses as a result of weather conditions (including difficulties or cancellations due to ice or weather conditions) or flight or boat delays
• – Any other aspect not listed in “What is included”