Observer la faune arctique au Groenland

Infos pratiques

• Détails du voyage
• équipement
• Formalité et santé
• Pays et climat

• Encadrement

  This is a self-guided trip. Armed with an abundance of experience and a wealth of expert knowledge our professional Greenland team are always on hand. All activities are lead by our qualified guides - all English speaking outdoor practitioners with a passion for everything Greenlandic. Please note that this adventure takes place in an isolated polar environment which can be hostile - safety rules must be followed.

  Alimentation

  On board the coastal boat no meals are included. You can eat in the cafeteria:

  • Buffet breakfast buffet 70DKKK
  • Buffet Lunch 70DKKK
  • Dinner (hot dish) 90DKKK
  • 2-course dinner 130DKKK
  • Snacks: Shrimp, salmon or halibut sandwich 42DKK
  • Cheese Sandwich 25DKKK 
  • Hot dog 55DKKK
  • Salad 35DKKK
  • Coffee or tea 14DKKK
  • Beer 42DKKK
  • Wine Glass 35DKKK

  In Ilulissat: You will need to plan what to eat. You can buy your food in grocery stores and supermarkets (budget ~20 €/day). You will also find small restaurants and cafés. (~35 €/ meal).

  Hébergement

  In Kangerlussuaq: Inn

  In Sisimiut: in a hotel

  Sarfak Ittuk was built in 1992 and modernized. It is 73 metres long and 11 metres wide. It can reach a speed of 13 knots. The crew consists of 22 people. The ship has a cafeteria, a lounge with panoramic windows, a games room and an infirmary. The vessel has a capacity of 249 passengers. The beds are distributed as follows: - 104 beds in single, twin, triple and quadruple cabins (bedding included, bathroom and private toilets) - 85 beds in compartments for 4 people (bedding included, bathroom and toilets shared in the corridor) - 60 berths (bedding not included) Internet on board: 100DKKK for 2 hours of connection.

  In Ilulissat: we offer overnight stays in a youth hostel, located near the city centre, shops and the port. Simple comfort accommodation with shower and toilet on the landing in common. Access to a kitchen, telephone, washing machine and a living room with television. Breakfast included. We offer a comfortable option in a hotel in Ilulissat. In this case, airport transfers are included. In Greenland, accommodation is rare and most often small. In addition, since the summer season is short (about two months), it is difficult to find accommodation during the summer.

  In Greenland, accommodation is rare and most often small. In addition, since the summer season is short (about two months), it is difficult to find accommodation during the summer.

  Déplacement et portage

  Transport in Greenland is by boat, a great way to enjoy the scenery.

  Budget et change

  The currency in Greenland is the Danish Krone (DKK)

  We recommend a budget of around 2000DKK for food on this trip but this is widely variable. This number is based on a mixture of restaurant and supermarket food options. Alcohol is very expensive in Greenland, if you want to enjoy an evening drink after your days adventures, we recommend buying Duty Free alcohol in the airport.

• Equipements

  If you choose to participate in activities which require specialist equipment (like kayaking) all technical equipment will be provided.
  • Walking sticks (optional)
  • A sleeping bag (comfort 5°C / 15°C)
  • High protection sunglasses
  • A small toilet bag (ideally biodegradable / natural products)
  • A personal pharmacy (elastoplast, aspirin, bandages...)
  • Moisturizing sunscreen (face and lips)- Toilet paper + lighter
  • A knife
  • An unbreakable thermos flask
  We prefer that you do not wear cotton clothing, including underwear, when participating in activities. When cotton gets wet from water or sweat it ceases to insulate and it does not dry fast. The best materials for outdoor activities are fast drying materials like polyester or materials which are warm when wet like wool. The most powerful materials against the wind and rain are 'breathable' materials like Gore-Tex or Nikwax.

  Our advice for keeping warm

  Winter in Greenland can be very cold, please think carefully about what clothes you bring, although we will provide warm outer layers, the layers you wear next to your skin make the biggest difference. We recommend:

  • No cotton
  • Bring dry spares of everything, even underwear and gloves
  • Wear multiple layers including:
    1. A warm breathable base layer
    2. A second thermal layer
    3. Wind and waterproof protective out layer (we provide an additional quality jacket and over trousers)

  Baggages

  Please bring a small rucksack to use as a day bag. You can bring this as hand luggage on the aeroplane. You will carry your lunch, water, spare layers and any personal medication with you each day in this bag. You will also need a larger bag to store your other clothes and belongings in, please ensure that this is a soft bag like a ruckack or holdall rather than a hard cased suitcase because it is more practical. We recommend packing all of your clothes in plastic bags so that they stay dry in the event of bad weather.

  Pharmacie

  We recommend that you bring a small personal first aid kit containing any medication you may need such as inhalers, plasters, antiseptic and painkillers.

• Passeport

  Most travellers require a passport that is valid for at least three months after the return date. It is your responsibility to confirm your specific passport requirements and please be aware that proof of onwards travel may be required.

  Visa

  Most travellers do not need a VISA to travel to Greenland but proof of onwards travel may be required. It is your responsibility to confirm your specific visa requirements.

  Vaccins

  There are no specific health risks.

  Santé

  It is your responsibility to check that your personal health insurance covers everything in this trip. A consultation with your doctor is a prerequisite for any trip.

• Météo

  Year round the temperatures in Greenland can range from -25°C to more than 20°C (-13°F to +68°F). The air is low in humidity which means that the temperatures do not feel as cold as you might imagine and that the views are amazing, it appears that you can see further. Generally speaking Greenland is not very windy and the warmest months are June - August.

  The length of the day varies significantly throughout the year. The shortest day of the year is 21st December with no sunlight! The longest day, with 24 hours of sunlight, is 20th June. You can see the midnight sun from May - July and the Northern Lights in the darker months.

  Electricité

  Greenland uses Northern European electrical standards (50Hz/220 volts)  and the standard Europlug socket with two round prongs.

  Temps

  Most of Greenland uses Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)/ Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) -3; most areas use Daylight Saving Time (DST).

  Topographie

  Area: 836,300 mi²

  Population: 56,186 inhabitants (2016)

  Capital: Nuuk

  Languages: Kalaallisut or West Greenlandic, Danish is also widely used

  Regime: Part of the Kingdom of Denmark but politically autonomous

  Part of the continent of North America, Greenland is the largest island on Earth and it is covered by the largest ice sheet in the world outside of antarctica.