Wilderness Travel 2017 Catalog of Adventures

Expedition to Greenland ANCIENT CULTURES, GLACIAL LANDSCAPES, AND ADVENTURES UNDER THE MIDNIGHT SUN

With icebergs spilling out of its fjords, humpback whales spouting in its waters, and a fascinating Inuit culture, Greenland is perfect for WT-style adventure, and we’ve created a magnificent one brimming with great activities. We boat deep into the Western Fjords, walk on the incredible Greenland Ice Sheet, enjoy an Inuit barbecue, and hike the tundra in search of muskox. In Ilulissat, north of the Arctic Circle, we hike alongside icebergs on the shores of Kangia Icefjord, are welcomed into a local home for kafeemik , and marvel at the incredible light and color of the long Arctic twilight on a midnight cruise. This journey is made for adventure—if you’ve ever wanted to experience one of the planet’s most jaw-droppingly beautiful places, this is the trip for you! Days 1-3 Nuuk / Western Fjords / Qooqqut Nuan In Nuuk, Greenland’s tiny capital, we explore the historic waterfront, hike up Ukkusissat Mountain for incredible views, and enjoy a traditional Inuit barbecue by the sea. On a boat cruise below soaring granite cliffs in the

Western Nuuk Fjords, we’ll fish along the way and bring our catch to a great boat-in lodge, where the chef will transform it into our delicious dinner while we hike to a Viking ruin. Days 4-5 Kangerlussuaq / Hike the Ice Sheet / Muskox Safari Heading north to Kangerlussuaq, we have the extraordinary experience of hiking across the Greenland Ice Sheet, then set out on foot across the tundra with our local guides to search for Greenland’s iconic wild muskox. Day 6 Ilulissat / Midnight Cruise North of the Arctic Circle, the colorful community of Ilulissat is home to more sled dogs than people. Here at the mouth of the colossal Kangia Icefjord, we’ll explore on a midnight cruise beneath the towering face of the Sermeq Glacier, the most active in the world (said to have spawned the iceberg that sank the Titanic ). Days 7-9 Ilimanaq / Sermermiut Boating past massive icebergs, we reach the tiny village of Ilimanaq—accessible only by plane, boat, or dog sled. We’ll have lunch with a local family here, and the next day, hike among icebergs along the wild shores of Kangia Icefjord as we make our way to the ancient Inuit settlement of Sermermiut. Depart on Day 9.

HIGHLIGHTS • Hike on the Greenland Ice Sheet and across the tundra in search of muskox • Experience Inuit culture and history, visit an ancient Viking settlement • Discover the glacier-carved wonder of the pristine Western Fjords • Cruise past towering icebergs under the midnight sun • Enjoy a special Inuit barbecue, sample Greenland’s fresh local seafood DETAILS • 9-day trip begins in Nuuk and ends in Ilulissat • 8 nights rustic hotels • All meals included

DATES Jul 22-30, 2017 Aug 1-9

TRIP COST $6595 (10-12 members) $6995 (6-9 members) Single supplement: $610

TRIP LEVEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

A mix of moderate walks and hikes over varying terrain, 1-5 hours a day, boating excursions, cultural exploration

With a hike on the ice, spectacular boat journeys, and even a muskox safari, this is a wonderfully varied adventure. PHOTO: HENRI VANDELANOTTE

JAMES DAVIS JUAN CARLOS MUÑOZ

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