100km Expedition in Greenland

Sea currents bring huge amounts of ice in from the Arctic Ocean, which sometimes block Southern Greenland from May to mid-June. In July and August, the icefield typically poses no obstacle and the sea in the region is full of icebergs. Every season is different, however, and should sea ice persist, your expert guide will help you to navigate an amended route.

There are no polar bears in this part of Greenland during the summer season, when this trip takes place.

A RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat), sometimes known as a Zodiac, is an open boat that's fast, flexible, and very safe. A special coat is provided to protect you from the elements while on board.

The kayaks themselves are very stable, double sea kayaks which are easy to paddle and navigate. If you have extensive kayaking experience it's possible to undertake this trip in a single kayak, but please contact your host in advance of the trip to request this and discuss your experience with the team.

If you weigh more than 209 lbs or are over 6 ft 5 in tall, please check with us before making a reservation for this trip as we'll need to ensure that the kayaks and equipment provided are suitable for your comfort and safety.

Southern Greenland is famous for offering some of the best places to view the northern lights and if you're traveling from mid-August through to the end of September there's a good chance that you'll see this spectacular natural phenomenon. The Aurora Borealis occurs all year round, but cannot be seen during May, June and July in Greenland due to the presence of the midnight sun.

Greenland is the wildest country in the northern hemisphere. Combined with the fact the infrastructure is almost non-existent, this means that daily itineraries may not always run exactly as planned. All activities are subject to change in order to adapt the journey to the weather conditions, sea conditions, or technical/logistical difficulties, so this trip requires a degree of flexibility from the traveler. Occasionally, some activities may be canceled because of weather or ice conditions.

In the event the itinerary needs to be changed and different accommodation are required, this will be included (provided that it is within the trip dates).

We understand how frustrating flight delays and cancelations can be, especially when you’re excited for your Greenland adventure. While delays are outside of our control, we have detailed the support available.

Our local host requires a minimum number of participants to operate this trip and therefore, on some departure dates, you may be joined by people who haven't reserved through the Much Better Adventures website. This ensures that your host can offer all of the activities. But rest assured, anyone joining you is in search of an active, outdoor adventure, just as you are!

Sure can! Over 70% of our travellers travel solo, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.

Our team of Adventure Hunters co-create exclusive adventures which are run by highly vetted, specialist hosts. The trip is run by our trusted host partner in the destination. We only work with independent, local, in-destination experts who know the very best places to explore and how to stay safe. Read more information about the local teams we partner with. You’ll be introduced to the host straight after making a booking via the Much Better Adventures platform.

Much Better Adventures refer to the UK Government’s official travel advice when designing trips and monitoring trip operations. We recommend that all customers review the practical information available on the UK Government’s FCDO website, where you can find up-to-date advice by searching for your destination(s).

If you are based in the United States, you can also check the latest travel advisories from the U.S. Department of State.

For customers joining from other international locations, we recommend checking the official travel advice issued by your country of residence, as guidance may vary.

We recommend checking out the country-specific information and also talking to a travel nurse.

We automatically convert prices from the local currency that a host receives to your chosen currency. We update our exchange rates daily, so prices displayed on the site are subject to currency fluctuations, which is why you may see them change over time.

If you wish to change the currency you pay in, head to the bottom of the page.

All of our group adventures are specially designed for adults to enjoy as we want these adventures to bring together outdoorsy people who are truly like-minded. You must be over 18 to join one of our trips.

You're always in good company on one of our adventures.

Our trips typically consist of a mix of solo travelers and small groups of 2 or 3 friends, with most in their 30s-50s.

Our sociable adventures are solo-friendly by design and naturally attract outdoorsy people with a shared mindset; a love for adventure, a desire to push themselves, and meet awesome, like-minded people along the way.

It’s this camaraderie that has so often turned a great adventure into a life-changing one.

Don't just take our word for it:

• 95% of people rate the group dynamics on our trips 5/5
• 90% of people recommend joining a trip to make new friends
• 75% of people have met people on our trips that they would now consider friends

See here for more info about the Much Better Adventures tribe.

This tour runs between July and September when the weather warms and the sea ice breaks up and allows passage. The weather in Greenland is very changeable and while it's usually pleasant, it's essential that you bring appropriate clothes for both cold and rainy weather. July is typically the warmest of these months, with temperatures often reaching over 59°F and flowers coming into bloom. While in August, temperatures drop to between 41°F and 50°F and the nights can be cold. In September, temperatures are usually between 41°F to 46°F during the day but may reach 23°F at night.