Greenland Ice Cap Crossing
A 550-km 25-30 day guided ski crossing of the Greenland Ice Sheet from Isortoq to Kangerlussuaq.
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- Region
- Greenland
- Country
- Polar Regions
- Biome
- Ice sheet (0–2,500 m)
- Best season
- April – May
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Winter Camping
- Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Ice sheet (0–2,500 m)
- Best season: April – May
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Topic summary
A 550-km 25-30 day guided ski crossing of the Greenland Ice Sheet from Isortoq to Kangerlussuaq.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: April – May
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Ice sheet (0–2,500 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Plan with verified data
Greenland Ice Cap Crossing trip tools
Popular pursuits at Greenland Ice Cap Crossing
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Winter Camping
Cold-season travel and camp craft; layering matters more than mileage.
- Skiing
Ski-touring access when the road closes for the season.
- Wildlife Viewing
Best light, best season, and where animals move.
