Day 2

Section 1: Sisimiut – Kangerluarsuk Tulleq (22.5 km)

The early bird catches the worm! We hike inland on our first leg, which stretches from the port town of Sisimiut to the fjord Kangerlussuaq Tulleq. The route follows a moderate ascent and ends at a scenic location where we will pitch our tents.

Day 3

Stage 2: Kangerluarsuk Tulleq – Nerumaq (17 km)

We hike close to the shore of the fjords and have to cross one or the other river to get to the Nerumaq hut. The route is extremely scenic and idyllic.

The only downside? In this region rage in fair weather huge numbers of mosquitoes, a head net is absolutely necessary!

Day 4

Stage 3: Nerumaq – Innajuattoq (17.5 km)

This section leads through boggy sections, which partly let you sink knee-deep. If we still have dry feet in the evening, we have survived this stage unscathed!

Day 5

Stage 4: Innajuattow – Eqaluggaarniarfik (20.7 km)

On this section we have a serious river crossing to complete, which we will do best in the morning to avoid a too strong current flow. 

Day 6

Stage 5: Eqalugaarniarfik – Ikkatooq (12,6 km)

This section takes us through a canoe center. We can decide, depending on the wind direction, if we want to paddle back a part of the stage or if we should rather hike it. Attention: The canoes are not always on the right side of the bank and are quite old and in poor condition!

Day 7

Stage 6: Ikkatooq-Amitsorsuaq (19.2km)

We continue hiking and reach a beautiful lake. Here and there we spot deer and arctic foxes, or can pick some arctic berries for our breakfast.

Day 8

Stage 7: Amitsorsuaq-Qarlissuit (19 km)

From Amitsorsuaq, a stage awaits us that stretches along a beautiful lake. We walk past a canoe center where canoes are often to be found. In good weather, these serve as a quick and efficient alternative to hiking the route. Once we reach the other shore, we can pull the canoes ashore again before setting up our base camp and ending the day.

Day 9

Stage 8: Qarlissuit – Kellyville  (17 km)

A stage that leads us to the first settlement of the trip. On the way we meet an abandoned hunter’s hut and a saltwater lake.

Day 10

Stage 11: Kellyville – Kangerlussuaq  (19 km)

This stage is along a dirt road that leads to Kangerlussuaq.

Day 11

Stage 10: Kangerlussuaq – Russell Glacier/Pt.660 (35 km)

We hike past our destination towards the Ice Cap, because the view at Point 660 is unique and shouldn’t be missed! From here on land turns into eternal ice, up to 2’900 km long and up to 1,5 km deep. If we don’t have the necessary time for the long walk, or the energies from the ACT are already used up, we will board a local bus to reach the place. Camping tonight will be in front of the glacier break.

Day 12

Stage 11: Russell Glacier/Pt.660 (35 km) – Kangerlussuaq

After a restful night with glacier view we hike back to Kangerlussuaq. Once we are back at the village, we pack our things, eat some more local food and check in at the airport.

Day 13

Au revoir, Greenland! Puffer day

 One day we set aside as a buffer. To rest, to do another activity on site or in case of bad weather on the trail.  Unfortunately our trip ends after today, but we are already looking forward to another adventure together with you!