Greenland wilderness expedition

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CARBON REDUCTION

As part of our 'Making it More Meaningful Sustainable Travel Policy' we aim to record and reduce our operational carbon emissions for this trip. Our Greenland Wilderness Adventure has the following features embedded to help with our carbon reduction:
• The itinerary includes 5 days of human powered transport, ie. trekking
• We use local services. We engage locally owned and operated businesses, thereby supporting local people and avoiding the use of long, carbon-intensive supply chains.
• We use local transport where safe, reliable and feasible, and when this is not feasible, we use private, locally owned transport suitable for the group size to reduce fuel usage per traveller;
• We stay in locally owned and simpler styles of accommodation, and eat at locally owned eateries where the food has been locally sourced wherever possible, therefore reducing food mile emissions. For example in Nuuk we stay at locally owned Inuk Hostel and eat at the cafe which serves seasonal Greenlandic specialities, such as meat from reindeer, South Greenlandic sheep and fish, served all year round.
• We do offer vegetarian options on this trip as well.

ENVIRONMENT & WILDLIFE

We care deeply about travelling in a way to minimise and mitigate our negative impacts on Greenland’s natural environment and by being an active positive contributor to the local communities and natural heritage that we’re so fortunate to visit. Some of the positive features embedded in our Greenland Wilderness Adventure are:

• Issue all our travellers with a free Water-to-Go bottle to eliminate our single use plastic footprint in such a pristine wilderness environment
• Minimise plastic waste wherever possible
• Operate with a 'pack in, pack out' ethos with this expedition. By minimising waste generation and practising responsible waste management.
• Operate a ‘leave no trace’ ethos – take only memories, leave only footprints.
• We believe wildlife should be wild, and nature should be natural and have such created our Animal Protection Policy.
• Our Local Guides are expert nature guides. Hiking and hunting are among their finer merits along with sailing and subsistence fishing in the deep fiords along the coast line.

People

LOCAL ECONOMY

We are inherently a responsible travel operator. Small group sizes allow us to visit a destination and local communities, not invade, and to be welcomed back time and time again. We pride ourselves on this commitment.

Small groups only. We focus on small groups with low guide ratio as we value the personal relationships highly. You’ll not only witness extraordinary landscapes on this expedition, but also forge long-lasting friendships and gain a profound understanding of the culture and people of the destinations you explore.

EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY

Our local guides are at the centre of this expedition and come from Aasiaat and Maniitsoq in Greenland. We believe that local guides are the key to unlocking the true essence of a destination. The deep-rooted understanding of the terrain, culture, and hidden gems allow us to curate unforgettable journeys that go beyond the ordinary. When you embark on this expedition, you won’t just be shown around — you’ll be guided by experienced locals who are passionate about sharing their rich knowledge and love for their homeland. 100% of our local guides are from Greenland.

Rest assured, our commitment to responsible and sustainable tourism extends to our partnership with local communities. By engaging local guides, we provide economic opportunities that support the welfare of the regions we visit, ensuring a positive impact on both the environment and the people who call Greenland home. Embrace the transformative power of connecting with locals on your adventure.

Our Greenland treks are more than just treks. It’s the basis where two groups of people become one and human interaction is at its most powerful.
When we trek, the entire group – you as a trekker, the energetic & passionate local guides - are one team. Together we trek the landscapes of some of the most incredible and remote landscapes, making a powerful difference to each other’s experience.

To you as a trekker – you receive the support, care, insight into local life & culture and professional guidance of your local crew.

And to the local crew – they have the opportunity of training & employment, career progression, above minimum wage payment, human interaction and developing language skills.

Together we learn and appreciate each other’s backgrounds, culture and way of life.

Our Greenland Wilderness Adventure is an LGBTQ+ friendly journey, embodying inclusivity, safety, and a celebration of diversity at its core. With a commitment to creating welcoming spaces, the adventure ensures that every traveller, irrespective of their sexual orientation or gender identity, feels respected and valued. Safety, both physical and emotional for all our travellers, is prioritised in our pre-travel 'Essential Info' document outlining our 'Trip Rules' and guidelines for 'Travelling in a group', alongside fostering connections among our travellers.