Physical Requirements
At Nat Hab, we provide access to some of the most wondrous nature encounters the world has to offer. Many take place in destinations that are wild and remote, with varying physical demands and limited medical facilities. All trips may not be suitable for every traveler. In order to participate in this itinerary, travelers must comfortably and reliably be able to execute all physical requirements as noted below.
Level of Difficulty
- Moderate
Trip Pace
4 locations in 10 days
Travelers must be able to walk approximately 2 miles unassisted over occasionally challenging terrain
Travelers must be sturdy on their feet to navigate uneven, slippery, and very rocky ground
Travelers must be physically independent and able to maintain balance to get on and off Zodiac boats during wet and dry landings
Travel by minibus, plane, helicopter, boats and Zodiacs
Zodiac excursions can last 8–9 hours with prolonged exposure to cold, wind and rain in open boats
Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs, walkers or canes
Travelers must have good balance, mobility, and be in good physical health
Medical facilities in the area are very limited and may not be readily accessible in the event of an emergency
Temperatures can range from low 30s to high 50s in East Greenland, with temperatures cooling down towards the end of August
Rain and wind are possible during this adventure
