Greenland - The Arctic CircleTrail
The Arctic Circle Trail (aka The Sisimiut Trail) in Western Greenland is one of the greatest treks to be found anywhere and is the longest waymarked trail in Greenland.
Over the course of 150km, it weaves its way through remote and magnificent terrain between Kangerlussuaq near the inland icecap and the coastal town of Sisimiut. Making the most of the short Arctic summer, plants abound to produce a stunning backdrop of ever changing colour. At night, the Northern Lights light up the sky.
As well as the stunning vistas, there are opportunities to spot wildlife including arctic hare and fox, caribou, muskox and birds of prey. Fish and in particular, Arctic Char, abound and can easily be caught from rivers using simple line and spinners.
Arctic Circle Trail Traverse 2011
Snowdonia Climbing will be offering a single traverse of the Arctic CircleTrail in 2011 between 29th of August and 11th of September. This will include 10 days spent on the trail. This undertaking is challenging and suitable only for those who are comfortable walking with 40lb rucksacks. Daily trekking distances will vary between 16 and 22km. Accommodation on the trail will be a mix of camping and trekkers hut. Flight routing will be via Copenhagen where stop-overs will be made on both outward and return legs.
Pricing includes guiding, 2 nights hotel accommodation in Copenhagen, all food and accommodation (camping and hostel) in Greenland and internal flight between Sisimiut and Kangerlussuaq for the return journey. Flights to and from Greenland (via Copenhagen), and meals in Copenhagen are not included.
Arctic Circle Trail Traverse - £850
