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Greenland Icecap Crossing- Nagtivit to Kangerlussuaq

*Most competitively priced full icecap crossing on the market*

A classic crossing of the vast Greenland Icecap- one of the 3 big Polar Expeditions.
  Following the line of the Arctic Circle between Isortoq and Kangerlussuaq, we will attempt a 'full crossing'; that is, 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.
NB. We put particular emphasis on the opportunity for each team member to increase their knowledge and ability in polar environments. 

Objective: Complete East-West, coast-coast unsupported crossing of Greenland.

Distance:

550km

Ascent:

2500m

Timeframe:

24-30 days skiing/walking

Terrain:

Icecap gradually trending up or down.  Initial ascent and final descent on steeper, crevassed ground.  c.40km on flat land.

Team Members:

Previous skiing/sled hauling experience not required.  High level of endurance, self-motivation and ability to work as part of a team essential.

  For full details of the East-West Greenland Icecap Crossing Expedition, click here.

                                           

                

                       

          

 

 
 

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Images courtesy of Louise Scott, taken whilst making a crossing in 2005

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