DAY TO DAY PROGRAM
Day 1: Monday or Friday, Arrival in Kangerlussuaq
Flight from copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq. After arrival you will meet your local guide in the airport for transfer to your accommodation at either Old Camp or Polar Lodge. We recommend you spend the day with a local hunter- joining him for a tundra hike in the search for mosk ox and reindeers, which are often seen in the area. The tour includes packed lunch and cost DKK 750 per person. We recommend dinner at Roklubben – this can be booked through the reception upon check-in to your accommodation.
Day 2: Tuesday or Saturday, Overnight on the ice cap
At noon we head out for this once in a life time adventure, where you will drive to the inland ice cap by 4wd-bus. Upon arrival to the ice cap, your glacier guide will give you the needed instructions and equipment for your overnight in tent. After approximately 1 hour hike on the glacier you will arrive to your camp. After settling in, you will spend an evening in the camp, with full board (expedition food) included.
A hike on the ice cap is done either the same evening or the next morning. Look out for the northern lights as darkness surrounds you (watching northern light is possible from late August)
Day 3: Wednesday or Sunday, Kangerlussuaq overnight
Today we return to Kangerlussuaq from your overnight at the ice cap. Check-in at Polar lodge or Old camp for 1 night. We recommend dinner at Roklubben. This can be booked through the reception.
Day 4: Thursday or Monday, Travel to Sisimiut
After Breakfast you will take your domestic flight to Sisimiut. Upon arrival to Sisimiut Transfer from Airport to Hotel Sisimiut and check-in. Lunch at the hotel (sandwich) and briefing if given by your host. Your gear will also be checked for the upcoming wilderness tour. During the afternoon you will get a city tour of Sisimiut by bus. Back at the hotel you will have a 2-course dinner at the Restaurant Nasaasaaq – included.
Day 5: Friday or Tuesday, Erfalik wilderness lodge
Breakfast, check out and transfer to the pier for your boat tour. The boat tour will take approximately 2 hours, sailing through the UNESCO site and crossing the Arctic circle with a visit in the small settlement of Itilleq on the way. Arrival in Erfalik wilderness lodge and settling in. Double rooms with shared facilities. Full board is included. Today you will get an introduction to the area and the upcoming activities and already this same afternoon your first hike around the area will take place. Enjoy the unspoiled nature before you return to the lodge for a family dinner, bonfire and hopefully northern lights.
Day 6: Saturday or Wednesday, Erfalik wilderness lodge
Breakfast at the lodge before todays activities begins. You can choose among several outdoor activities, such as hiking or fishing – and packed lunch will be provided. You can expect these activities during your stay: Arctic Char fishing, cooking over bonfire, hiking & trail running, Crow berry picking, wildlife safari hikes for Caribou, Sea eagles, foxes and hares, kayaking, light top robe climbing, photography, Mushroom and Birke pipe hat picking – finally 100% online detox away from your daily life, internet and mobile connection. Return to the lodge for dinner, bonfire and hopefully northern lights.
Day 7: Sunday or Thursday, Erfalik Lodge
Breakfast at the lodge before todays activities begins. You can choose among several outdoor activities, such as hiking or fishing – and packed lunch will be provided. You can expect these activities during your stay: Arctic Char fishing, cooking over bonfire, hiking & trail running, Crow berry picking, wildlife safari hikes for Caribou, Sea eagles, foxes and hares, kayaking, light top robe climbing, photography, Mushroom and Birke pipe hat picking – finally 100% online detox away from your daily life, internet and mobile connection. Return to the lodge for dinner, bonfire and hopefully northern lights.
Day 8: Monday or friday, Settlement visit and Sisimiut overnight
Breakfast and check-out at Camp Erfalik by boat we cruise back to Sisimiut. Arrival in Sisimiut, transfer and check-in at Hotel Sisimiut followed by tour options: Shopping, visit to dog town, e-biking tour, Arctic spa or similar. Dinner at Restaurant Nasaasaaq incl. Greenlandic coffee
Day 9: Tuesday or Saturday, Return to Copenhagen.
Breakfast and check out, transfer to the airport for your flight to Copenhagen via Kangerlussuaq.