Icefjord Midnight Marathon 6-Day Package

We will greet you with big smiles at Copenhagen Airport, Term. 2, for our afternoon flight to Greenland. 

After a 4.5 hour flight, we land in Kangerlussuaq at 17:40 (GMT-3), from where we jump on a domestic flight to our final destination of Ilulissat! 

Upon arrival, we will check into our hotels and head out for a special walking tour in the evening sun. Starting at Hotel Hvide Falk, your guide will take you around our favorite spots in Ilulissat, sharing fascinating stories about the town's history, culture and Arctic way of life. 

• Meeting at Copenhagen Airport
• Flight Copenhagen - Kangerlussuaq - Ilulissat
• Check into chosen accommodation
• Evening walking tour through Ilulissat
• Pre-night in Copenhagen (optional)

Important: Since Air Greenland doesn't partner with other airlines, you'll need to collect your luggage from previous flight, clear customs and check in again. We strongly recommend arriving in Copenhagen at least a day early if you're not landing that morning. We can arrange a pre-night for you in Copenhagen. 

We will start the day with a scenic hike through the stunning UNESCO-listed Sermermiut Valley. The route will take us past ancient Inuit ruins and towards the Nakkaavik ("the place to fall") cliff, with breathtaking views of the Ilulissat Icefjord and its towering icebergs. 

In the afternoon and evening, you'll have the chance to explore the Icefjord up close on a boat tour. Our small 12-person boats offer an unforgettable view over its massive icebergs, glittering under the evening sun. Trips are available before and after dinner.  

In the evening we will gather for a cozy pasta dinner and race-briefing where you will meet the full team and ask any last-minute questions. Craving even more adventure? Jump on an evening kayak excursion around the Icefjord! 

• Morning hike to the UNESCO-listed Sermermiut Valley
• Boat tour through the spectacular Ilulissat Icefjord
• Race briefing and dinner  - your final chance to change distances!
• Excursion: Kayak tour among icebergs (optional)

The night we've all been waiting for! Today you will have the morning and afternoon to sleep, explore, and prepare yourself for the big race night. 

The marathon begins at 21:00, and the half-marathon at 22:30. The race finishes at 04:00.  

Friends and family can cheer by the starting line at the Zion Church, and by the finish line at Hotel Hvide Falk. The more the merrier! Find further information on the race here.

• The Icefjord Midnight Marathon
• Day at your own leisure
• Excursion: Meet the sled dogs (optional)

Today is all about relaxation and recovery. Most of you will want to sleep the morning away after a long and tough night, but for those craving more exploration, you can join an excursion to Oqaatsut - an authentic settlement 20 kilometres north of Ilulissat, jump on another Kayak trip on Disko Bay, or sail up and close to the Eqi Glacier.

In the evening, all participants will gather in Hotel Hvide Falk for a Celebration Dinner. We will revel in the prior night's victory, share stories, and enjoy a delicious local meal together. 

• Rest & recovery
• Celebration Dinner & prize ceremony
• Selection of excursions (optional)

This is our last day to take in the charm of Ilulissat and its surroundings! You may choose to explore this colorful area on your own, or if you haven't been Kayaking yet, we highly recommend it. 

We also have a final sail-excursion to Oqaatsut and the Eqi Glacier. Pick your adventure! 

In the evening, we will enjoy a farewell Greenlandic Buffet at Hotel Hvide Falk.
 

• Farewell dinner
• Selection of excursions (optional)

Sadly it's time to say goodbye to Ilulissat. 

Some of us will have a layover in Kangerlussuaq and others in Nuuk, from where we will fly back to Copenhagen. 

If you are flying via Nuuk, we estimate your arrival in Copenhagen to be around 22:00 in the evening. If you are flying via Kangerlussuaq, arrival time is expected to be around 17:00. There will be a meal served on board. 

Guests are responsible for their own flights home from Copenhagen. Keep in mind that you will need time to collect your bags and check in to your next flight - thus we don't recommend booking flights within three hours of arrival in Copenhagen. Due to swift weather changes in Greenland, flight delays can be expected. 

Thank you for a fantastic race week! 
 

• Hotel check-out
• Flight back to Copenhagen