Hiking in greenlands robust nature visit greenland. Trekking in greenland the arctic circle trail 9781852849672. This splendid trekking route, lying 2530 miles north of the arctic circle runs from kangerlussuaq to sisimiut both of which have airport access. This book is temporarily out of stock, order will be despatched as soon as fresh stock is received. It goes into far more detail than i can cover in a blog post, and its what i used to plan my own adventure. Before, during and after my adventures on the arctic circle trail in greenland, we received dozens of questions about the experience via email and social media. Greenland offers something that more and more people are looking for, the ability to unplug and immerse themselves in unspoiled nature. Greenland walking the arctic circle trail cicerone press. A challenging trip but made so enjoyable by our enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide rich who led the small group ensuring our safety all the way. In this chapter, we offer some real life experiences for each type that you might consider. Here there are traces of the first people in greenland. Experience greenlands beautiful nature in guided hiking and trekking tours in greenland.
Hiking around ilulissat is the quickest and easiest way to get close to the immense icefjord that fringes the town. A high mountain base camp will provide easy access to nontechnical summits with stunning views over the greenland trekking adventure read more. Feb 22, 2019 buy trekking in greenland the arctic circle trail. Greenland is the size of western europe yet the entire population can fit inside one singular football stadium. Our guiding team, headed by greenland specialist and ifmga international mountain guide matt spenceley, encompasses a huge amount of experience in this, our home region.
A new book with 36 tours in the surroundings of nuuk, west greenland. There are plenty of day tours around greenland that take you hiking, ranging from 2 hours to a whole day. The country boasts three sprawling national parks, countless nature reserves and, each year, efforts are made by both the government and the population to bring forward further measures to preserve the islands unique flora and fauna even the city folk understand this. Trekking greenlands arctic circle trail my trip report. May 31, 2019 at just over 100 miles long, and taking 7 to 10 days to complete, the arctic circle trail crosses the largest icefree patch of west greenland. Well use boat transport to get across the huge hurry fjord, accessing remote mountains on its far side. Opal in pack ice in east greenland granite spires, tumbling glaciers and great trekking. Trekking and cruise holidays to greenland ke adventure. We decided to do the 1 day hike with trek iceland landmannalaugar and we had an amazing time. For the serious hiking aficionado, the arctic circle trail is a true test of mettle and endurance on greenland s west coast. Coronavirus status you can buy books and ebooks to plan, enjoy and dream. A comprehensive guidebook for hiking the arctic circle trail, which crosses the largest icefree area of west greenland, 2530 miles north of the arctic circle. A professional hiking guide and delicious icelandic meals.
The guide also includes an optional extension to the greenlandic ice cap. The coastal ship braves the seas all year, though most sailing tours run from june to september. Adventure is always available in greenland, but most activities are offered from february to april or june to september. Trekking in greenland arctic circle cicerone trekking guides. Our tour guide, norris, was extremely friendly and did a fantastic job guiding our group to some of the most amazing sites we. Ilulissat in greenland is utterly unique in its location at the mouth of the unesco world heritage site of ilulissat icefjord. The current village was founded as greenland s first sheep farm in 1924 and is located. Paddy dillon the longest waymarked trail in greenland, the arctic circle trail runs from kangerlussuaq to sisimiut both with airport access. Book with confidence with full abta and atol protection. Fully illustrated with a variety of photographs and its route is highlighted on continuous trekking maps. An unsupported trekking expedition deep into some of the wildest, most isolated and beautiful terrain in east greenland, this is a trip for ambitious trekkers looking for a brilliant, rarely undertaken wilderness expedition. At just over 100 miles long, and taking 7 to 10 days to complete, this splendid backpacking route runs from kangerlussuaq to sisimiut both with airport access. In chapter 1 of this ultimate greenland hiking guide we identified the difference between 5 types of hiking activities in greenland.
At just over 100 miles long, and taking 7 to 10 days to complete, the arctic circle trail crosses the largest icefree patch of west greenland. From kangerlussuaq to sisimiut cicerone trekking guides 2nd revised edition by paddy dillon isbn. An essential guidebook for hiking the arctic circle trail. The arctic circle trail cicerone guides 01 by paddy dillon isbn. Hike and trek adventures on glaciers, fjords, by cruise or boat safaris in greenland. The trail stretches up to 200 kilometers 124 miles from the edge of the ice cap to the fishing town of sisimiut on the west coast. My visit during the peak month of july was a lastminute decision so most of the hotels were fully booked. By camping in the great outdoors we become one with nature and find the time to experience the beautiful landscape of greenland up close.
The route traverses remote, empty, silent and stunningly scenic. This splendid trekking route, lying 2530 miles north of the arctic circle runs from kangerlussuaq to sisimiut. Hiking in greenland lace up your boots and venture into the unparalleled nature of this arctic wonderland. With mountain spires seductive enough to tempt mountaineers from around the world, scorseby sound has a landscape similar to patagonia, but a lot less windy. The ultimate guide to hiking in greenland tools and. A nameless river in a nameless valley flanked by nameless mountains. The very idea of trekking the longest waymarked trail in greenland must conjure up images of endless icefields, marauding polar bears, desperate struggles for survival and huge expense. I found cicerones book on greenland s arctic circle trail was an interesting and helpful read for planning ahead.
Greenland walking and trekking holidays if you enjoy the peace and quiet of walking in pristine countryside and crave wide open spaces you couldnt ask for a more tranquil and untouched location than greenland. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Trekking and cruise holidays to greenland ke adventure travel. Come along on a hike deep into the arctic wilderness, to a place far from civilization, only surrounded by the vast beautiful landscape. If youre planning to hike the arctic circle trail i highly recommend picking up the book trekking in greenland by paddy dillon. Adventure in south greenland with camp at qaleraliq. Jakob abermann, a local nuuk resident, has produced an impressive book which outlines in detail 36 hikes in and around the nuuk area. Dec 16, 2019 trekking in greenland the arctic circle trail. Feb 15, 2019 buy trekking in greenland the arctic circle trail.
Arctic circle trail guidebook trekking in greenland cicerone press. We meet our guides at the airport outside the village for the 30 minute walk to the lodge, in the heart of kulusuk. Its a spectacular flight over the icebergs of the denmark strait, giving expansive views of greenlands coast and the pack ice as you get closer. Organised and led by the experts in east greenland trekking, this expedition follows a truly inspirational route that we look forward to attempting each year. Hiking and trekking tours there are so many possibilities for trekking tours in greenland. A days hike with a packed lunch in your backpack or several days hiking with a tent and sleeping bag. From kangerlussuaq to sisimiut cicerone trekking guides book online at best prices in india on. A complete guide to hiking in iceland guide to iceland. Read trekking in greenland the arctic circle trail.
Trekking in greenland arctic circle trail paddy dillon. Nhbs paddy dillon, cicerone press about help blog jobs established 1985 nhbs gmbh covid19. Greenland trekking adventure overview this two week trekking trip is an amazing opportunity to experience arctic greenland during the summer season. Cicerone press limited at just over 100 miles long, and taking 7 to 10 days to complete, the arctic circle trail crosses the largest icefree patch of west greenland. In fact, the arctic circle trail offers a reasonably easy trek, provided it is approached with careful thought and planning. As you follow hiking trails flanked by bold rock formations and purple arctic flowers, you realize that greenlands mighty nature stands before you, unaltered by humans, just as it has for thousands of years. Trekking in greenland the arctic circle trail book detail. At just over 100 miles long, and taking 7 to 10 days to complete, the arctic circle. Trekking in greenland the arctic circle trail cicerone guides paddy dillon dillon paddy 9781852846244 books tags.
Unplugged wilderness east greenland guided trekking tour. There are three hiking maps for the areas of narsarsuaq, narsaq and qaqortoq, one map for tasermiut fjord near nanortalik and one map for the area around ivittuut gronnedal. This splendid backpacking route, lying 2530 miles north of the arctic circle runs from kangerlussuaq to sisimiut both with airport access. Thankfully, iceland as a nation is all too aware of this blessing.
If you are one of those seeking the uplift of uncrowded nature, this east greenland guided trekking adventure is for you. You will experience the diversity of the greenlandic nature, as you hike through the flat plains in the lowland to mountain tops. Greenland gps is your onestop trail guide to the some of the most popular hiking trails in greenland. The ultimate guide to hiking in greenland tools and information. Summer arctic sailing in east greenland classic sailing. The arctic circle trail cicerone guides paperback november 15, 2010 by paddy dillon author. The arctic circle trail cicerone guides paddy dillon, dillon paddy on. Mar, 2018 hiking the arctic circle trail in greenland. East greenland trekking trip by the greenland expedition.
Discover the most beautiful places, download gps tracks and follow the top routes on a map. Greenlands arctic circle trail is often listed as one of the best longdistance hikes in the world. Over the course of 12 days, you will have the time and occasion to enjoy the singular beauty that surrounds you, as you hike past mountain peaks, fjords, glaciers, icebergs and. Make some memories on these active tours in greenland. We recently traveled to iceland looking to experience a little bit of everything, from hiking to food tours to the culture. Please use the contact us form for any essential messages. The book includes plenty of practical information on what to take with you and when to go, as well as on safety, travel and accommodation. Introduction geology the ice cap wildlife plants and flowers history culture travelling to greenland when to go accommodation health and safety food, drink and fuel language money communications trekking in greenland river crossing what to take waymarking and access maps emergencies using this guide.
Paddy dillon is a prolific walker and guidebook writer, with over 40 books to his name and contributions to 25 other books, many for cicerone. Whether you are trekking near the greenland ice sheet, camping alongside a glacier, or sitting on the hillside marveling at icebergfilled waters, the smell of the arctic makes hiking in greenland exceptional. Popular greenland books meet your next favorite book. Hiking in greenland evokes a sense of freedom that reaches an unparalleled magnitude. Dec 20, 2018 trekking greenland arctic circle trail summary by lgermany published december 20, 2018 if you love longdistance hiking and want to experience real solitude and untouched wilderness, the arctic circle trail in west greenland is definitely for you. On august 12 fly from reykjavik, iceland to kulusuk, east greenland. Mild greenland south greenland is worth highlighting as a classic trekking area with lots of things to see and experience in a very fertile landscape.
Discover iconic walking and polar cruise trips led by experienced local guides. Arctic circle trail guidebook trekking in greenland. World of greenland the world of greenland office in the centre of town hiking around ilulissat. Previous next join tangent expeditions for this adventure greenland trekking trip to the mountains and lakes of southern liverpool land. Jul 27, 2019 if youre planning to hike the arctic circle trail i highly recommend picking up the book trekking in greenland by paddy dillon. Trekking in greenland the arctic circle trail by dillon, paddy. In less than two weeks you can traverse every lake and landform in the region. Youll hike remote summits in the lake mountains of liverpool land, trek on icy glaciers and bask in the midnight sun. However, a shift in mindset will be what is needed to tip you over the edge and really get you started in taking on any next level adventure. Anywhere in greenland, 10 minutes out of town will take you into amazing nature. Ruins of several of the buildings, including living quarters, outhouses, and a church, are still clearly visible.
The greenland tourist board has published a series of hiking maps with a scale of 1. Nov 15, 2010 i bought this book with the intention of going on one of the three trips to different settlements in greenland organised by regent travel or possibly all three. Tips for trekking the arctic circle trail in greenland. The arctic circle region is a fine place for trekking with one of the best marked hiking trails leading from the greenland ice sheet all the way to the west coast.
Our tips for trekking the arctic circle trail, gathered from the many questions our readers sent in. Trekking in greenland the arctic circle trail book. East greenland trekking fjordlands expedition what an amazing and unforgettable two weeks trekking in south east greenland. There are so many possibilities for trekking tours in greenland. Greenland trekking adventure greenland expeditions. With no privately owned land, you can respectfully head off into the wide open spaces that epitomize the backcountry of this enormous island. The longest waymarked trail in greenland, the arctic circle trail ru. The book is mainly for very experienced walkers doing the arctic circle trail but it gives a lot of background information about the history, geography, wildlife and climate of.
Record your own trail from the wikiloc app, upload it and share it with the community. The countrys longest waymarked trail stretches inland for 160km, from the coastal town of sisimiut greenland s secondlargest city to the settlement of kangerlussuaq at the head of kangerlussuaq fjord. From kangerlussuaq to sisimiut cicerone trekking guides paperback 22 feb 2019. The south offers a great variety in landscape from grasslands to glaciers, in the east the mountains are steeper and higher than in other places in on this great island, and the west is the home of some of the worlds biggest glacier and the unique ilulissat ice fjord. Ilulissat is slowly beginning to meet accommodation demand with a growing selection of options. Trekking in greenland the arctic circle trail from kangerlussuaq to sisimiut. The mountains of greenland can be daunting the highest reach nearly 3,700 meters high in east greenland but many hiking trails linger around the 1,000 meter mark. Lace up your boots and venture into the unparalleled nature of this arctic wonderland.