Greenland Multi Activity
- Kandoo Winter
- Kandoo Multi-activity
- Kandoo Arctic
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Arrive into Ilulissat over the snow capped peaks and ice floes making up Greenland's landscape. A member of the team will meet you at the airport and transfer to your hotel. A pre-trek briefing will be held this evening in the hotel, this is a good opportunity to discuss any questions or concerns you may have with your guide.
This morning, we will be introduced to the traditional Greenlandic sport of mushing. A very immersive method of travel, we will learn to handle the dogs by voice commands, occasionally jumping off our sled to run alongside and detangle their ropes. We make our way over vast expanses of snow covered wilderness, with occasional views out to the Greenland Ice floe in the distance.
Returning to our base in Ilulissat, we say goodbye to our furry friends and head towards the village of Oqaatsut, a tiny settlement, housing a mere 30 residents. This is where the adventure truly begins. Depending on the snow conditions, we travel by boat or snowmobile to the ice floe that adjoins this isolated village, recognisable by it's colourful rooftops, to the mainland. Here, we settle into our guesthouse, taking in the breathtaking views of the giant icebergs as they float past. Embrace the feeling of being at the end of the world.
Donning snowshoes we spend the day discovering this Arctic utopia on foot. Following the coast, we keep an eye out for minke, fin and humpback whales cruising amongst the icebergs. We then begin a steady ascent to gain incredible views of the mammoth compositions of ice artistry, woven by the ocean and resting upon the teal base of Disko Bay. After taking in these beautifully unique scenes, we return to the relative civilisation of Oqaatsut, ready to share a much needed coffee with some of the locals. Returning to the guesthouse in the evening, we have the opportunity to stay up to try to see the “Aqsamiit” or Northern Lights as we know them. This truly incredible celestial spectacle is frequently visible across the dark, clear skies of coastal Greenland.
This morning, we prepare to depart on our mini-pulk expedition. We repack our belongings into the hard cases of our pulk shells which will be used as our luggage transportation over the next 2 days. Slipping on snowshoes and climbing into harnesses, we lean on our poles and away we go! (Skis can also be used, if preferred, for this part of the trip). We set off through the quaint houses and quickly arrive on the ice floe, a flat immensity where icebergs have been captured and frozen in time. Soon we are alone, as we glide through the snow, pulling our pulkas between looming granite faces, carved smooth by the cold. At the end of the day, we reach a small heated cabin which will be our refuge for the night. In the middle of the polar wilderness, this is an ideal location to view the luminous Northern Lights draping themselves across the sky.
Today we have time to revel in the echoing silence of the Fjord, broken only by the whistle of wind or creaking of ice. After a leisurely breakfast, we head South, past frozen lakes blanketed in snow, to our start point in Oqaatsut. Reaching here at the end of the day, we once again settle into our guesthouse for the evening.
On our final morning in Oqaatsut we have time to enjoy the calm of the village, chat with the local inhabitants or play with the husky puppies. We then transfer by boat or snowmobile back towards Ilulissat. Again, dependant on the weather, we will either take a route through the iceberg-studded waters of Disko Bay or the snow-covered mountains that overlook it, this transfer will be a real journey in itself. Back in Ilulissat, we relax into the comfort of the hotel and a hot shower, heading down into the town for some food in the evening.
Our final day in Greenland is an exceptional one, we have definitely saved the best 'til last. Once again, putting on our snowshoes we head out for a hike to the famous Ice Fjord. Trekking through the Sermermiut valley, where the remnants of Inuit settlements provide a fascinating glimpse into the past, we explore this spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site. Gigantic cathedrals of ice, frozen by the floe, offer a striking panorama of an Arctic wonderland! Spending time taking in this awe inspiring landscape, we then make a slow return to our accommodation and may wish to sample some of the local Greenlandic cuisine for our dinner.
Note: Depending on weather conditions, there may also be the option to sail by boat among the icebergs in the fjord.
This morning we say goodbye and transfer you to the airport in time for your flight.
This trip includes full board aside from your evening meals in Ilulissat on Days 1, 6 and 7. We are proud of the varied and frankly delicious food we provide in such remote regions. Meals are based on a selection of local products and you will have the opportunity to try Greenlandic delicacies such as cod, arctic char and mussels. Please be aware that it is very difficult to find fresh fruit and vegetables so far North.
Each day will start with a hearty breakfast accompanied by plenty of tea and coffee. You will prepare your own picnic lunch for the day from a buffet style array of options - everyday there will be soup, noodles, cold meats, cheese, hot drinks and cereal bars among other ingredients. Each evening meal will be three courses- we try to offer fresh fruit and vegetables everyday but this is not always possible in Greenland!
Your help in the kitchen is expected and much appreciated, particularly in the evenings. Cooking is most enjoyable when the whole group work as a team to prepare dinner, it creates a pleasant atmosphere as we reflect on the days adventures together.
We will spend 3 nights in hotels, 3 nights in a local guesthouse accommodation and 1 night in a remote cabin.
Hotel accommodation will be warm, comfortable en-suite twin rooms with heating and hot water.
In the larger towns, you can withdraw money and pay using most common credit or debit cards. We recommend carrying some cash to avoid disappointment when card facilities are not available. Please budget for drinks, tips, personal expenses and any meals not included in your trip. Expect to pay at least 200DKK (£23/$30) for a meal.
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03/03/2025 | 10/03/2025 | $4,249 £3,399 |
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17/03/2025 | 24/03/2025 | $4,249 £3,399 |
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02/03/2026 | 09/03/2026 | $4,499 £3,599 |
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16/03/2026 | 23/03/2026 | $4,499 £3,599 |
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