Greenland Explorer

Duration 18 Days » Grade 3B

An exploratory expedition deep into the frozen mountains of Arctic East Greenland

Greenland Explorer Photo: © Lorenz Frutiger

Introduction

Amidst one of the least explored lands on Earth, many of the mountains and glaciers making up the vast range that runs the length of East Greenland lie untouched. There is much potential to explore, new route, and perhaps even make first ascents in the glaciated areas above the fjordlands. Starting from a remote Inuit village, we travel by ski or snow shoe into base camp, established with the assistance of the local Inuit and their dog sleds. Conditions often allow us to travel on the frozen fjords, before ascending one of the many sea level glaciers. With good access, no altitude problems and long hours of daylight, the conditions are perfect for an action-packed and rewarding trip... read more

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Experience Required

The climbing expedition is graded 3B... read more about grades
The Ski Expedition is graded 9D... read more on our Ski Grading system

Places on the Greenland Explorer expedition are available for mountaineers and ski tourers. The first trip of the season will be for those who are able to ski, with the second trip using snow shoes. The ground covered to get to the base camp area is generally moderate. On the Ski departure, tow lines may be utilised to pull the team on skis behind the sleds. You do not need to be a great skier, but you should be at Level 9 or above in our Ski Grading table. On previous expeditions, have been able to accommodate a group of mixed skiing ability very successfully, as we use two guides... read more

Our Piste Perfection course, Scottish Winter Courses and our Alpine Courses provide good skills preparation for this expedition.

Team Composition

The Jagged Globe leader is supported by a Greenland specialist and our local Inuit dog sled team ... read more about leaders
There are 8 places available on each expedition.

Expedition Itinerary

Day 1: Fly London to Iceland... read more

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the expedition or your suitability for it, please contact us by telephone:

+44 (0) 845 345 8848

Alternatively, you can contact us by email

First Expedition
March 2007

Summits
5

Total
5

Latest Reports & Photos (Apr '09)

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Dates

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Tue 27 Mar - Fri 13 Apr '12
Pre-Trip Weekend: Discuss equipment, fitness, health and acclimatisation in Snowdonia

Prices (choose currency)

UK full cost	£3,760
Reykjavik	£3,530

Courses

To get the most from your expedition, Jagged Globe offer courses to make sure you have all the skills and the fitness you need [more]

Other Trips at this Grade

These expeditions have a similar grade and might also suit you. For more information on grading [click here]

Expedition name	Grade
Mera & Island Peak	3B
Mount Kenya Summit	4B
Bolivian Climber	3B
Nubra First Ascents	2B

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