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The guide

Outfitter - Frank Feldmann


Frank Feldmann:
Owner of Wilderness-Tours.
Speaks comprehensible Danish, Swedish, English and German.


"In a world changing more quickly with each passing year, it is important to step outside our usual daily routines, to slow down, and to take time to remember what connects us all"

"Knowing and being in the wilderness on your own is great. However, the experience of being under the Arctic sky becomes even greater when shared with others"

Authorized outfitter in Lapland and Greenland with guided trips since 1981.



Karta
Karta has assisted in building and maintaining the cairn system in Southern Greenland. He is born and raised as a hunter in the small village Tasiussaq in Tasermiut and knows the entire area inside out. Karta speaks Danish well and some English and is a trained Greenlandic tourist guide.

 

 

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With Frank on the team one can feel safe in the wilderness. With his many years of experience Frank manages to take stock of any situation so everything is taken care of one way or the other. He volunteers his knowledge and you learn something new every day.

Food for the senses. Owner Klaus Seidenfaden


I had probably not quite counted on salmon fishing in this category existed in Kalix river. Big and strong ones. The salmon fishing wasn´t more difficult than usual and 3 salmons in 4 days where the largest was around 11 kg is now my personal record. Not to mention the one that robbed my new and expensive line. The menu was also a bit of a surprise and as a single complaint, I now have to start running again. It was definitely an exciting and ACTIVE fishing trip, I highly recommend you.
Quality inspector. Peter Kjaer
 

The dream of a proper trip in the wilderness finally came true. It was a spectacular area and it is hard to believe that it exists here in Scandinavia before seeing it in person. The 5 days spent in places that were untouched since the dawn of time were far more than I have expected.  “We will be back”!
IT consultant Brian A. Østergaard


Back to reality and so it was. A wonderful but also demanding experience and it will definitely not be the last. I have the utmost trust in Frank. It was obvious that he was raised with nature. One of the good things about him is that he makes it all work without too much talk. Finally he is able to make you trust his abilities, which proofs to be correct. He clearly knows what he is doing.
SAS. Head of department, Suzanne Ergodan.

A wilderness trip puts everyday life into perspective and Frank is a knowledgeable and inspiring leader. I look forward to Canada Mountain river.
Palæ vinduespolering. CEO John R. Nielsen

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Kayaking in Greenland

Kayaking in Greenland 


The southern Greenland fjord system is perfect for kayaks. The inland ice that pours out everywhere makes paddling between icebergs, reindeer and mountains a first-class experience. Along the way we gather and capture much of the food and we will gain insight to which plants that are edible. After a few days we forget the everyday life back home and a new day presents itself by being in the wilderness on its own terms.

The destination for this trip is the fantastic glaciers, and where they meet the sea. Several of the places we stay the night on the way are ideal for fishing and trekking along the icecap. There is plenty of opportunity to admire this colourful fauna and animal life, and the guide shows how to move in the wilderness. Raising the adventure level and meals to a higher standart duing a kayak expeditions, the weight of the gear can be reduced a lot by gathering and capture the fresh ingredients given to us by nature.

 

A kayak expedition in Greenland is not only for experts, by ajusting the daily distances, using our expedition equipment and experienced guides most kayakers are able join us. The conditions for participation are EPP2 or similar. The distances can vary according to the wind, and the water temperature remains at around 6 degrees Celsius. We will paddle around 25 km each day, so it is important that you are in good shape for paddling. We will sleep in expedition tents. The trip will take place as smoothly as possible on the wilderness own terms. 



Kayaking in Greenland- price 


Included: Guide, food, kayaks, overnights and expedition-equipment. Price € 1325. 

 

Kayaking 3. July - 12. July 2012.

Kayaking 25. July - 3. August 2012.

 

Kayaking 6. July - 15. July 2013.
Kayaking 17. July - 26. July 2013.

 

Assistance with flight plans.

 

Practical information:

At this time of year, the water temperature is about 5 degrees. In the daily paddle distances might vary. You don’t need to be an expert in order to join us, but the trip demands that you have been kayaking before and that you are fit, since we paddle average 25 km a day. The trip will be carried out as smoothly as possible on terms of the wilderness.

 

Accommodation:
At the campsite we aim to make our primitive days in the wild as comfortable as possible. 8 nights in expedition tents and 1 night in Narsaq youthhostel.

 

Catering:
The food in the wilderness is included. We cook together in the open using dried ingredients that we brought with us.

 

Equipment:
The weather in Greenland can vary a lot. Although the weather is usually lovely in summer it is not unusual for it to change from heat wave to cold and wet weather in just a matter of hours. It is important to bring clothes for any occasion. Bring your own kayak gear, dry/wetsuit, sleeping bag and so on. Please do not bring too much, your personal equipment should fit into a 35-40 litre pack. Instead bring some soap to wash socks and t-shirts from day to day. When signing up we send the information pack with advice for the wilderness and a list of equipment for the trip. We recommend that you read this material thoroughly.

 

Luggage:
Your other luggage can be stored at Narsaq while we are gone. If you wish, you can bring a smaller backpack/bag to keep it in. Note that we cannot take responsibility for your luggage.

 

Flight connections:
Flights are not Included! We happily help with booking.
Iceland Air: International Airport to Reykjavik Airport for Greenland flight. International flights Reykjavik / Iceland - Narsassuaq / Greenland - Reykjavik Iceland. Thursday (Copenhagen and Reykjavik) to Tuesday (Copenhagen and Reykjavik). Saturday (Reykjavik) to Thursday (Copenhagen and Reykjavik). Monday (Reykjavik) to Saturday (Reykjavik).
Airgreenland: International Airport to Copenhagen Airport for Greenland flight. International flights Copenhagen - Narsarsuaq - Nasaq - Narsarsuaq - Copenhagen.

Travelling in Greenland:
It is always a good idea in Greenland to have a couple of extra days at either end of the trip, to allow for changes due to the weather. These will also allow you to go to Hot springs and The ice cap. In case of storm or or pack ice  prevents us from reaching our final destination (force majeure), no compensation will be paid.

 

Entry Requirements:
Greenland has the same entry, passport and visa requirements as for Denmark. EU citizens need a valid identity card or passport for a tourist stay of up to three months. Entry Requirements Greenland has the same entry, passport and visa requirements as for Denmark. EU citizens need a valid identity card or passport for a tourist stay of up to three months


Personal expenses, money and currency:
You must cover meals and other personal expenses on the return trip to Greenland. Do not expect to be able to use credit cards but instead bring cash in Danish currency.

 

Insurance:
You have to take out insurance that cover kayaking in Greenland. Your insurance must include rescue by helicopter.

 

 

Included:

  • Kayak
  • Experienced guide
  • Personal equipment in the camp
  • 8 nights in the wilderness
  • 1 night and meals in Narsaq youthhostel
  • All meals in the wilderness
  • Information pack with advice for the wilderness and a list of equipment for the trip
  • VAT, special scheme for travel agencies
  • Product liability insurance


Not included:

  • Return trip to Narsaq
  • Travel insurance
  • Cancellation insurance
  • Catering in addition to the above
  • Personal expenses
  • Accommodation in Narsaq

 

All that was not described under “included”

Itinerary

8 day kayak expedition
Heritage-wise, we are in the country of Eric the Red, that around 1,000 years ago was home to 3,000 Nordic inhabitants. 500 years later they disappeared, and their whereabouts are still a mystery. One theory is that they emigrated due to climate changes, but whatever the reason, their ruins can still be seen all over southern Greenland. 

 

Day 1.
Aircraft/helicopter from Copenhagen to Narsaq. The group gathers on arrival at Narsaq, where we prepare for the trip and stay the night in a youth hostel.

Days 2-3.
The entire route stretches through deserted wilderness, and we won't meet civilisation again before we get to the tour's end. From Narsaq we set our course northwards, between islands and waterfalls towards the  glaciers. The trip is memorable for the blue and white icebergs, that constantly emit with ear-splitting groans. We paddle in through Qaleraliq fjord to its glacier that has three tongues and is nearly 10 km wide. This area is home to a lot of ice floes, hidden lakes in the tundra and reindeer licking salt from the fjord. We take it easy through this part to make time for excursions. After a few days, our everyday life back home will become a distant memory, and a new life begins as we live in the wilderness on its own terms.

Days 4-6.
After we have left Qualeraliq, we will continue through a labyrinth of islands and bays. Our kayaks allow us the privilege of discovery in these untouched areas. We supplement our provisions with locally caught fish and gather mushrooms and berries. There will be plenty of opportunity to marvel at the vibrant colours of the Arctic flora and fauna.

Days 7-9.
On the way back to Narsaq the ice can begin to close in, and it may take a little longer to find our way through the ice masses, with the huge local seal population staying in the area. When we get to camp, we will have a hot drink, and after having pitched our tents, we will relax and let the day’s impressions sink in.

Day 10.
Flight back to Copenhagen.

 

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