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Climate
The average day and night temperature in Qaqortoq and its surrounding area for June and July is around 12 Celsius degrees. The nights are generally cold but as the sun gains power during the day, temperatures often rise above this average. Due to the sun and dry air these temperatures feel warmer than they would in Europe. Night temperatures occasionally go below the freezing point. It sometimes rain, however, at this time of year it is generally dry and clear, which gives us a good visibility.
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Necessary Equipment
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Luggage
You are allowed to bring 20 kg + 5 kg hand luggage on the flight. The measures of the hand luggage is 55 cm x 20 cm x 40 cm. We recommend that you pack as little as possible. It is most convenient to pack your belongings in a duffle bag or large backpack, since it is easier to transport in relation to transfer and on board the ship. However, it is possible to bring a hard suitcase on this tour. For day trips we recommend bringing a day backpack of 30-40 litres.
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Hiking boots
Solid hiking boots with a rough patterned hard sole and good ankle support is recommended, as the terrain can be very uneven and slippery with no tracks. Be sure your boots are proper worn in shape. It is a good idea to travel with your boots on or to carry them in the hand luggage in case of your luggage being delayed.
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Other footwear
Light footwear, e.g. sandals, to change into at the end of the day.
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Water bottle
You can bring one or more 0.1 or 1 litre bottles containing the total amount of 1.5 litre.
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Sun wear
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Recommended Equipment
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Hiking wear
It is very individual whether you have the benefits of using hiking staffs. The staffs can relieve your knees by descents. Others do use staffs only by ascents. Only at times when hiking through rocky passages, the staffs can be in the way.
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General
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For this tour in specific
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Sleeping bag, inner liner and sleeping mat
Three season sleeping bag with a comfort temperature of -10 Celsius degrees. If you have a fleece
inner liner the comfort temperature increases with 5 degrees. Sleeping mat is not necessary as we sleep in bunk beds and on mattresses.
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Specific note of this tour
Distribution of chores: The tour leader will distribute different practically chores to make the conduction of the trip more efficient. There will be a team for cooking, dish washing, setting up the camp etc.
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Where to bye equipment
patagonia.com
rei.com
mountainhardwear.com
thenorthface.com
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Health
Bring your own small first aid kit for personal use; if you are under medication be sure to bring enough. The tour leader has an emergency pack should it be required. Your private medical insurance or your national health card will cover professional treatment and the purchase of medicines, if valid in Greenland. For claims arising from delayed luggage or days lost due to illness you will need an extra travel insurance.
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Hiking rules
1. Never walk alone
2. Always carry extra warm clothes and rain gear
3. Always follow the planned route
4. In case of doubt — return by the same path back; never try to find a short cut
5. Tell somebody where you are going
6. Always bring enough water
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Average hiking day
We start early by checking the map and deciding where we will meet for our first break. When we head out, it is important that you keep a pace and rhythm that suit you. After each break we will agree on the next break. There will be a lunch break of about one hour duration where the entire group is united. The tour leader will normally stay in the back, and only in front if necessary to lead the way.
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Tour leader
The tour leader has the overall responsibility for taking a group into the mountains and back again. Therefore, we hope that you will respect advices and help the tour leader. Although the conduction of the tour relies on good preparation from our part, the main influence for its success depends on your enthusiasm and co-operation.
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