Greenland Icecap Crossing

Altitude 2,499m/8,200ft » Duration 35 Days » Grade 2D

A classic crossing of the vast Greenland Icecap - one of the 3 big Polar Expeditions

Greenland Icecap Crossing Photo: © Matt Spenceley

Introduction

Following the line of the Arctic Circle between Isortoq and Kangerlussuaq, this expedition will attempt a 'full crossing' of Greenland from coast to coast. Instead of being flown onto the Icecap, we plan to start the expedition at sea level on the East Coast, and finish on the shores of the fjord in Kangerlussuaq.

Travelling by ski, hauling all our equipment in sleds, the crossing is likely to take around 27 days. Starting with heavy loads, we will make our way up the initial steep slopes onto the icecap, from where the slopes gradually ascend to the summit, before gradually losing height until we reach the terminus of the ice on the West Coast. Instead of being picked up there, we will continue on foot to the sea's edge- the final stage in making a complete crossing of Greenland... read more

You can round off your trip with an optional extension ... read more about Greenland Icecap Crossing extensions.

Finse training week 7 days - £1,400

Experience Required

The expedition is graded 2D on our Mountaineering Expedition scale... read more
The expedition is graded 5/6E on our Ski Grading scale... read more

A high level of endurance, self-motivation and ability to work as part of a team is essential.

Team Composition

The leader is a Greenland specialist who has crossed the Greenland Icecap before...read more

There are 8 places available on each expedition.

Expedition Itinerary

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

Pre-Expedition Meeting

Finse in South West Norway lies at 1222m and in winter provides the perfect training location to prepare for Greenland. At the pre-expedition meeting (details available from the Jagged Globe office), we will look at some of the essential skills involved in the Crossing, from skiing with pulks, to camping and ropework... 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
April 2008

Dates

Click to book a place online
Fri 13 Apr - Thu 17 May '12
Pre-Trip Weekend: Discuss equipment, fitness, health and acclimatisation in Snowdonia

Prices (choose currency)

UK full cost	£6,850
Reyjavik	£6,600

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
The South Pole - The Last Degree	2D
Baruntse	3D
Muztag Ata	2D
Denali (McKinley)	3D

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