Attention adrenaline enthusiasts and outdoor adventure lovers - this guided ice cave and ice climbing excursion from Kulusuk is not to be missed!
Make your Arctic dreams a reality in Greenland by joining a once-in-a-lifetime fun-filled experience on this guided 4-hour ice cave and ice-climbing excursion from Kulusuk! Welcoming beginners and adventurers ages 10 and up.
Eastern Greenland is famed for its dramatic and rugged Arctic landscapes, majestic fjords, massive glaciers, other-worldly ice caves, and massive ice sheets. If you're looking to take your next vacation to Greenland to the next level, this guided ice cave and ice-climbing excursion from Kulusuk is calling your name!
The adventure begins at the meeting point in Kulusuk, where you and your small group will be greeted by your instructor and Captain. After boarding the boat, you'll be provided with a lifejacket and a safety and itinerary briefing. During the 20-minute cruise to the glacier, you can sit back and relax while observing Greenland's legendary Arctic panoramas. However, don't forget to keep your eyes on the water, you may spot some of the region's diverse marine life, including humpback whales, orcas, seals, etc. Bringing a camera is highly recommended.
Upon arrival, the ice cave and ice-climbing excursion from Kulusuk truly starts! The instructor will provide participants with helmets, crampons, and harnesses and will give an introduction to glacier hiking and ice-climbing/glacier hiking equipment, emphasising safety and fun. Next, you'll start traversing the glacier at an easy pace, observing unique features such as crevasses and moulins. In addition, you'll be treated to the breathtaking scenery of the Arctic.
The adventure continues to the ice cave, where you'll have 30 minutes to wander and explore this magnificent natural wonder while admiring its vivid colours of blue and distinctive ice formations. Upon exiting the cave, the tour takes a well-earned break and you can enjoy your packed lunch and drinks while savouring the serenity of Arctic nature. The journey, the ice cave and ice-climbing excursion from Kulusuk, then heads to one of the best spots for ice climbing in the area! After receiving your ice axes, the instructor will give an introduction to ice climbing, ice climbing techniques, and ice climbing equipment.
Once you've been tied into the instructor's rope and the equipment has been double-checked, it's your time to shine! You'll feel a rush of adrenaline like none other as you climb the surface of the ice using ice axes and crampons for grip. Participants are invited to do as many climbs as they can before walking back to the awaiting boat and its Captain. At the end of the day, you'll return to the original departure point with a newfound love of ice climbing and cherished rememberances of this ice cave and ice climbing excursion from Kulusuk.
Make lifelong memories in Greenland by booking this exceptional guided ice cave and ice-climbing excursion from Kulusuk today!
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Practical information
- Arrival at the meeting point in Kulusuk (please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time)
- Meet your seasoned Captain and instructor
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Board the boat
- Scenic 20-minute cruise to the glacier
- Arrival
- Put on your glacier hiking and ice climbing equipment (helmet, harness, and crampons)
- 30-minute glacier low-impact hike to the ice cave
- Arrival
- 30-minute ice cave tour
- Break
- The adventure continues!
- Receive ice climbing axes
- Introduction to ice climbing and ice climbing techniques
- Instructor demonstration
- Get hooked into the ropes
- Ice climbing!
- Walk back to the boat
- Return to the original departure point in Kulusuk
Please be advised that all minors must be accompanied by an adult.
In addition, all participants must be in good physical condition.
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the departure time.
This excursion's difficulty level is suitable for everyone.
Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.
This excursion's duration ranges from 4 to 5 hours.
- Captain
- Instructor
- Ice climbing equipment (helmet, crampons, harness, and ice axes)
- Life jacket
- Hotel transfers
- Food and beverages
- Warm clothing
- Warm underlayers
- Hiking boots
- Thick wool socks
- Rain gear
- Hat
- Gloves
- Small backpack
- Water
- Snacks
- Packed meal
- Camera