For 15 years, our guides have led successful kayak expeditions to the Sermiliq/Tassilaq Fjord complex in Eastern Greenland. Without exception, all our co-explorers have been amazed by the pristine and natural world there. Join a small group of adventurers who will paddle and hike Greenland’s remote and wild eastern coast in the arctic summer when the arctic flowers are out and the Greenland ground blueberries and mushrooms are plentiful. Along the journey visit local Inuit communities and old Inuit ruins. And, lastly, enjoy the wild patterns the sun makes in the 24-hour lit sky.

Our expeditionary journeys, beneath high protective mountains towering over deep fjords, have some of the best kayaking conditions in the Arctic. The landscape in Greenland’s remote and wild eastern coast is both beautiful and diverse - dotted with Inuit communities who still sustain their lives in this uncompromising but stunning natural world. Remember it was in these Arctic waters that kayaking was invented. There’s no better way to experience this remote region and its wealth of culture than with Great Excursions.

Our small group of adventurers will paddle and hike where very few Westerners have ever been. We will begin at the western edge of Tassilaq Island and work our way east through an archipelago, ending up at a place near the tiny hamlet of Sermiligaq. The total paddling distance will be about 80—100 nautical miles, depending on the local weather and sea conditions.

Land Cost

• Group size 8-10: $3,990*

• Group size 5-7: $4,190*

• Single Supplement in Iceland: $200 per person

Internal Flights: $763

*Price does not include international airfare or mandatory trip insurance. Prices are given in US Dollars.

Trip Overview

• Rugged Kayak Travel, Medium to Hard Day Hikes
• 3 Nights Hotel, 11 Nights Tented Camp

What is included

• Expert leadership and support personnel
• All accommodations in Greenland and Iceland as noted in itinerary
• Meals as noted (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
• All kayaking gear, safety equipment and tents, and common camping equipment
• Ground transportation as noted

What is not included

• International airfares (U.S./Keflavik r/t and Reykjavik/Kulusuk r/t)
• Insurance of any kind including mandatory travel insurance
• Excess baggage charges
• Items of a personal nature (sleeping bags and pads, clothing, sodas, liquor, snack foods, laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
• Airfare Reykjavik/Kulusuk

Please note:

A kayaking trip with days spent paddling 5-6 hours through fjords and past icebergs, in sometimes challenging and always cold water, and evenings spent camping under the arctic sky on beaches and in meadows.

Accommodations include comfortable tents with plenty of fresh air and outdoor facilities. Guests will assist in setting up each night’s camp. Meals will be prepared by the guides and guests are encouraged to assist with chores such as food prep and dishwashing.

Physical Activities

This is an expeditionary sea kayaking trip with a flexible itinerary; thus the number of miles paddled every day depends on local weather and ocean conditions. We should expect not to paddle more than 5-7 hours every day, but again, if we have to struggle against the wind and current in order to reach a safe and optimal campsite for the night, we might have to paddle more.

Generally, our paddling philosophy is not to “cover miles” for the sake of covering miles, but to follow an interesting route and explore as we go along - and still keep the end point of our journey in mind.

Our hiking the first day is a long 8 hours optional hike. If you want to take a boat instead we can offer you a ride at $30-50 per person, depending on the number of people who opt out. All other hikes are from each day's beach camp and all are optional.

The Environment

Our paddling route is a classic A to B Journey and takes place in the inner fjord system where there is more wind shelter and protection from the ocean swells and waves. We paddle safely among icebergs and rocky islands and along the granitic shores. On land we hike in a “no trail country” – over boulder fields, screes and snow fields. Our camp sites are often on sandy beaches or grassy flats,

How to Get in Shape

You’ll get more enjoyment out of the adventure if you are in relatively good physical shape. The best exercise for paddling is to go paddling! Try to go out and paddle in your nearest lake or closest seashore and strengthen your abdominal, leg and arm/shoulder muscles. The more fit you are, the more you will enjoy your vacation. Aerobic exercises like long-distance swimming and cross-country skiing are great alternatives to get in shape for paddling as well.

If you have chronic back problems and/or have problems sitting down in your kayak seat for a longer period of time we recommend that you call our office to discuss the best options for you.

Specialized Equipment

We will provide all sea kayaking equipment, including all boating and safety gear. We will be using Feathercraft expedition folding kayaks. Check www.feathercraft.com for more information. Known for their sturdiness and seaworthiness, we’re providing the best kayaks available for this kind of expedition. We will not use any sailing rigs due to jumping winds. Our paddles are Werner model Camano (the best, as well).

We will bring a cup, plate and utensils for everyone. You don’t have to bring your own. We will also supply stoves, fuel and fuel bottles for the group.

We will also supply light survival suits for everyone – to make it warm and safe while paddling – these are mandatory. If you want to bring your own dry-suit and PFD- feel free to do that! Please inform us if you do.

Local Transportation

You will be transferred by open skiff from Kulusuk Airport to Tassilaq as well as from the last point of our paddling trip back to town. These local Greenlander boats are open skiffs that zig-zag at high speed among the icebergs – and you will be happy you have you warm and cozy survival suit to wear during the ride.