Greenland ski touring and sailing in 8 amazing days!
A ship will take you to the best ski touring spots in Greenland during this unique 8-day guided trip created by Marc, an IFMGA mountain guide.
8 Days
Apr, May
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Join us on an incredible 8-day ski touring and sailing adventure in Greenland
- A motorboat will transport you daily to new ski touring destinations with drops over 1000 meters
- Check upcoming departure dates and request to join this thrilling odyssey!
Description
An incredible adventure in Greenland that combines ski touring & sailing. You cannot miss it!
Greenland is an archipelago that can only be traversed by ship. Once you get there, a new world of ski routes and powder snow unfolds in front of your eyes.
The Kisaq Ship will be our home during this 8 days of adventure. That means sleeping time, dinners and all meals will take place on board. It will be a very comfortable and safe experience!
Every day, a motorboat will take us to a different ski touring destination. Ski drops will be over 1000 m height. As most of the peaks have easy access, I recommend Greenland as the perfect place for any level of ski touring!
Still thinking about it? Here are the main reasons why you should definitely join me on this 8-day trip to Greenland:
- There are countless kinds of snowed surfaces with amazing sea views.
- Despite its remoteness, it is the largest land of earth with a great flora and fauna.
- It has the best snow quality in the world, especially in springtime.
- Its culture is also really incredible.
This ski touring trip in Greenland is waiting for you! Check our next departure dates and send me a request to join this incredible adventure.
If you are looking for other similar trips in this area, then you should consider this heliskiing guided trip in Maniitsoq.
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Transport during the trip
- Transportation start and back
Price details
- Included per boat (1 group 12 people maximum) :
- 2 UIAGM or American mountain guides
- Full board and accommodation in double cabin on the boat
- Transfers on site
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Maniitsoq
Arrival in Maniitsoq: it's time for your last shopping (alcoholic beverage, energy bars...).
Embark onboard: you're off for one week in wild authentic nature!
Day 2 to 7: The adventure!
Early in the morning we will go to a different ski touring piste by a motorboat.
The whole time we’ll be accompanied by the amazing blue sea on our side.
The lunches will be in wild and exotic environments and then, by the afternoon, we will return to the ship.
We will also enjoy many other activities available in Greenland such as swimming, waterskiing or riding along the seaside.
Day 8: Maniitsoq airport / return
Early breakfast before transfer to Maniitsoq airport. Return flight to Copenhagen (or Ilulissat if you have chosen to extend your adventure by an excursion on this exceptional site).
Details
Accommodation
The boat is exclusively dedicated to your group. This boat is ideal for navigating in Greenland waters: Authentic, spacious and comfortable, is equipped with the latest communication, navigation security and control devices. The Captain who lives in Greenland has extensive knowledge of this region that he has been sailing for many years. Aboard, cozy and dry atmosphere on each deck! In addition to its 10 cabins (7 double and 3 single), all of them equipped with storage and sink and sanitary facilities (4 bathrooms and toilets), it offers relaxing and dining areas, a large outdoor deck to take full advantage of nature and a fully equipped ski room.
More info
We began to explore this Arctic region in year 2000 and based on our experience we offer you the opportunity of a unique adventure along with outstanding professional services. Our lead guides are American and European certified mountain guides with extensive heliski experience from all over the world. From years of exploration, they have unsurpassed knowledge of the Greenlandic terrain and specific snow conditions.
Meeting point
FAQs
Can we ski in Greenland?
Yes, indeed! Greenland is every skier's dreamland! The ice sheet covers three quarters of the country, but coastal Greenland reveals dramatic views of mountains rising up to 3,200m above sea.
These Alpine terrains offer unforgettable skiing experience, including skiing all the way down to the ocean.
What is the snow like?
Arctic snow offers a unique texture of powder and spring snow.
Unlike inland Greenland which is very dry, the coastal area gets regular precipitation. Because of its proximity to the sea, the snowpack is rather stable.
Long days, nightless nights from mid-May, translate into unlimited skiing options
When is the best time to go? /when is the best skiing season?
In order to enjoy long days and optimal ski and weather conditions, late April to end of May period
would be the best period. At that time of the year the West coast of Greenland enjoys a mild
climate and the best skiing conditions.
How cold is it there?
Temperatures at that time of the year are similar to temperatures in March in European ski resorts: between -5°C to +5°C. Skiing conditions are most enjoyable, Greenland allowing to ski at low altitude (between 0 and 2,000 meters).
How do I get there? How far is it?
Greenland is only a few hours from Copenhagen (Denmark). You will probably have to stay overnight both ways, due to flight schedules to Greenland. You will fly Air Greenland to Greenland's international hub of Kangerlussuaq.Flight time is 4:30h to Kangerlussuaq then less than an hour on domestic flight.
The time difference with Paris is 4 hours (earlier in Greenland).
In most cases, a valid passport or ID are the only documents required to enter Greenland.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Most mountains can be accessed by boat from the sea, which allows to ski even in bad weather
conditions. We also have a wide panel of alternative activities to offer: observation of whales, boat rides,
kayaking, fishing.
What type of food is available?
Excellent fish caught locally (you will also be able to catch them yourselves); impressing King crabs, a vast variety of local meat (musk-oxen, reindeer...), vegetables, fruit and new specialties to discover! Regarding beverages, a vast selection of very good wines and spirits are available, not to mention Greenlandic coffee!
What happens in case of illness and accident?
The Greenlandic towns where you will be located or close to them are all equipped with a modern hospital. Doctors are mostly Danish, Swiss or French and the same standard of care and medication provided in European countries will also be provided to you. Furthermore, we also embark first-aid equipment on a permanent basis onboard the helicopter and boats.
Are there any stores or shops there?
You will find in Maniitsoq, as in all main towns of Greenland, supermarkets, a Post-Office, banks... You will be surprised by Greenlandic supermarkets: you will be able to find almost everything there! There are also sports stores offering a wide selection of technical high-end clothing. But you must be aware that you won't find any skiing gear store in Greeenland. Therefore, year after year, we have constituted our own stock of skis, ABS bags, ARVA, harnesses, etc. that we renew on a regular basis.
What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?
About the guide
Marc
Mountain Guide
I'm an Internationally Certified UIAGM / IFMGA French guide, born and raised in Courchevel, France, where I co-founded the Mountain Guides Association.
I'm a mountain guide since 1992. I have been running a heli-ski operation in Greenland since 2000. I have also guided in Canada, Alaska, Chile, Argentina, Turkey, Spain, the Caucasus, and throughout the Alps. I specialize in adventure travel worldwide: trekking, climbing, and skiing in Nepal, Tibet, New Zealand, Kilimanjaro, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, China, and Uzbekistan. I speak French, English, and Spanish.
I ski at least 200 days a year... please get in touch with me if you want to experience something different, in the Alps or anywhere else around the world!
Languages
French | English
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