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Greenland, Polar Exploration: 3rd - 19th April 2009 Download dossier

Polar Explorer - Greenland

Pioneering expedition offering a north to south skiing traverse of Liverpool Land - a little explored peninsular on the east coast of Greenland.  Situated at a latitude of 71 degrees north it is well inside the Arctic Circle.

Over 15days we shall trek approximately 75 miles and experience the Arctic in all its raw natural beauty.   Along the way we will enjoy the mountain range of Liverpool Land and views to the west of Hurry Fjord and Jameson Land.  We will start at the frozen coastline and travel over sea ice, glaciers and valleys.  It will be a physically and mentally challenging expedition and will instil a fantastic sense of achievement.  Travel to the start of the trek will be via skidoo and at the end we will experience an exhilarating helicopter flight with stunning views over sea ice, mountains and the distant ice cap.

SPECIAL HIGHLIGHTS

  • Trek over 70 miles through remote polar wilderness

  • Experience living and travelling in polar conditions

  • Be part of a real expedition with an objective

  • The chance to see the 'King of the Arctic' - the Polar Bear

 

Artic trekking
Polar camping in Greenland

Explore the primitive beauty of Greenland and tread where few people have gone before.  We will be travelling self sustained through polar landscapes learning the skills and techniques required to become a polar explorer.  This is an opportunity to experience first hand the untouched wilderness of one of the few remaining true arctic landscapes.  Pulling pulks and travelling by skis you will traverse polar ice caps and mountain ranges enjoying the haunting beauty of the polar world.

On the trek there will be majestic views of the range of peaks that stretch the length of the landscape.  Over the traverse of alpine valleys, icecaps and sea ice you will experience a truly significant polar expedition. You may even have experienced the thrill of seeing the ‘King of the Arctic’ – polar bears - yes they really do exist here!

The first longitudinal traverse of Liverpool Land will be complete upon reaching Scorbysund.

 

Artic trekking
Polar Bear

Polar Bears in Greenland
Pulling pulks over fresh polar bear tracks

If you have ever wondered what it would be like to be a polar explorer this is your chance to experience it.

Although no prior experience of polar travel is required for this trip it is expected that clients have an above average level of fitness.  Clients should be fit enough to carry out a full day’s trek with a reasonable pack. You will also need to be a competent skier (intermediate level) and should ideally have some experience of wilderness camping.

The group size will be four-eight people. If there are over four people there will be an assistant leader accompanying the group. If you would like to reserve a place or receive the latest updates for this expedition please contact us.

 

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Maximum of just eight parcticipants.

Dates & Prices - The Greenland Polar Traverse will take place over Easter 2009. You join the expedition in Reykjavik on 3rd April and end back in Reykjavic on 19th. The price for this expedition is £4500 (Please see booking). If you would like to join us on this expedition please download the dossier, register your interest by email or contact us for a booking form and general information.

Read the diary from the 2007 Polar Explorer expedition

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