Greenland Ski & Sail

The name says it all

From Manitsoq, the picturesque fishing village located on the rugged west coast of Greenland, we'll travel comfortably north into the Infinity Fjord on our very familiar sailing yacht, the Ocean A. The ski touring opportunities in this breathtaking landscape are as endless as the fjord's name. Many of the peaks have no names and rise over 1,800 meters above the fjord.

If you want to experience something truly extraordinary with us again, discover the combination of sailing and skiing, and do without luxury and single rooms, this trip will be an absolute highlight of your skiing career.

Travel Itinerary

We fly to Nuuk via Copenhagen with Air Greenland, from where we take a short domestic flight to Manitsoq. The Ocean A crew is waiting for us there, and we make a few small preparations before we cast off.

Our journey takes us past enormous glaciers that jut directly into the sea, alongside large, sometimes rugged mountain backdrops. This landscape is still very untouched, and there's no literature on ski touring here. However, we've prepared everything well and selected a few possible tours. This trip will certainly require a bit of a pioneering spirit, but we're confident that we can offer you an unforgettable ski & sail experience.

Our Sailboat

The Ocean A is a sailboat specially designed for Arctic waters. It has five sleeping cabins, each accommodating two to three people, and is approximately 22 meters long. A diesel heating system ensures pleasant warmth in the cabins and lounge. Ski boots and wet clothing can be dried. A total of three showers and toilets are available, although fresh water is quite scarce on a sailboat. Only one or two showers are allowed per participant per week.

Meals are prepared in the galley. We do the dishes together. If necessary, we may have to organize anchor watches or polar bear watches at night. The Ocean A is certainly not a luxury yacht, but it is a very functional and reliable home for our week.

Skiing Equipment

Standard ski touring gear and a change of clothes are sufficient for Greenland at this time of year. Temperatures in May range between +2°C and -10°C on the coast; on the peaks, we can expect winter temperatures as low as -20°C with a wind factor.

For glacier trekking, you'll also need a harness with a screwgate carabiner, which we can provide free of charge upon request. We'll send you a detailed equipment list with your booking.