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This tour is subject to special payment terms. A 25% deposit is required to secure your space, and final payment due 130 days prior to departure. The following cancellation penalties apply:
If full payment is not received 130 days prior to departure, Out Adventures reserves the right to cancel your booking based on the above cancellation terms.
PLEASE NOTE: an additional $150 USD processing fee per person is applicable for any cancellations that result in a credit, with any processing fees being deducted from credits that are held on file or transferred to future departures.
VISAS: Most citizens of Canada, the USA, and Europe do not need a visa for short-term visits to Greenland or visits under 90 days. Visitors to Canada may require an Electronic Travel Authorization. There may be exceptions, and all visas are the traveller’s responsibility. Click here for more information on Greenland.
CULTURE SHOCK: Greenland is the world’s least populated nation on earth by a wide margin. Rest assured the people you do meet will be warm and welcoming.
LOCAL LGBTQ+ SCENE: While Greenland has some of the best LGBTQ+ rights in the world. In fact, with less than 60,000 residents, the entire population is smaller than some gaybourhoods.
WEATHER: Don’t let the name deceive you. This island can be frosty. Winter temperatures can plunge to -58°F/-50°C. Even in the summer, when we visit, you can expect average temperatures below 50°F/10°C.
REQUIRED VACCINATIONS: Based on the entry requirements for Greenland, there are no mandatory vaccinations. To determine if you should take preventative measures to reduce the risk of illness, consult your doctor or a travel medical clinic. OUT Adventures cannot provide vaccination recommendations.
ELECTRICITY: You will need an international travel plug/adapter for Type C, F, E and K sockets. Visit the Greenland page on Power Plugs and Sockets of the World for more info.
CONNECTIVITY: You’ll have solid Wi-fi and Cell service in Toronto. But once we hit Greenland, connectivity can vary greatly by location.
We’re dedicated to ensuring our tours are safe for everyone, but it is our belief that each traveler has a responsibility to protect themselves and their fellow travelers from COVID-19. As of May 1, 2023, Out Adventures no longer requires guests to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination on most of our tours. More details on entry requirements will be communicated at the time a trip is confirmed to depart. Before booking, we recommend that you read our COVID-19 Information Page and our COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions to understand what we’re doing to minimize risk, and what will happen if you contract COVID-19 before or during an Out Adventures tour.
Out Adventures is all about good times with like-minded guys. Whether we’re sitting around a campfire or indulging in five-star decadence our goal is to make the experience magical. We also support the communities we visit by hiring local guides, staying at locally-owned accommodations whenever possible, and seeking out authentic local cuisine. It all adds up to a great way to immerse yourself in the culture.
This trip includes breakfast daily, 8 lunches, and 10 dinners.
The Anndore House Toronto
15 Charles St E
Toronto, ON M4Y 1S1
Phone: +1 (416) 924-1222
Standard check-in time is after 3PM. We are usually unable to arrange early check-ins, but you may store your luggage if you want to explore the area while you wait. If you want to guarantee an early check-in, you’ll need to reserve either an extra night of accommodation or a half-day.
The Anndore House Toronto
15 Charles St E
Toronto, ON M4Y 1S1
Phone: +1 (416) 924-1222
All gratuities for included activities and meals are included on this tour. If you’re pleased with your guide and the ship crew, we recommended budgeting $180 – $200 USD for a tip.
Local currency is the Canadian Dollar (CAD) in Toronto, and the Dutch Krone (DKK) in Greenland. We recommend carrying a small amount of local currency for small purchases, although credit cards are accepted on board and at most hotels and restaurants. We also recommend bringing about $400 USD in case of an emergency, or if your credit/ATM cards are placed on hold.
Most Out Adventures entail carrying your own luggage on occasion.
IMPORTANT NOTE: There is a strict luggage limit of 50 lbs (23 kg) checked luggage and 18 lbs (8 kg) cabin baggage on the flight between Kangerlussuaq and Toronto. Should you have additional luggage, it can be stored at the airport in Toronto. There is NO option to pay for additional luggage.
The following packing list is a guideline, not gospel. Our Out Adventure Specialists are happy to answer any specific questions about how much or little to bring.
Travel Documents
General Personal Items
Shoes
Bottoms
Tops
Jackets
Other
Health-related Items
This tour includes Emergency Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person, provided by Quark Expeditions. Emergency Evacuation Insurance covers you to travel to the nearest area where you can obtain medical care. Your own mandatory travel medical insurance then takes over to cover medical expenses, such as medical procedures, doctor/hospital fees, prescriptions, etc.
Medical travel insurance is required on all Out Adventures tours. At a minimum, your travel insurance must include medical coverage of US$50,000 and emergency repatriation coverage of no less than US$200,000.
Click here for more details on our requirements and how to obtain coverage.
The waters on this voyage are generally calm, but there may be swells during the first and last nights of the voyage. We highly recommend that you discuss seasickness preventatives with your physician prior to the trip. If you are sensitive to noise, you should bring earplugs (especially if sharing a cabin).
Equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, Ultramarine offers the most robust portfolio of adventure activities in the industry, and features the category’s most spacious suites, breathtaking public spaces, and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size, complemented by an innovative mix of sustainability features that exceed all industry standards.
Out Adventures will be our own group of guys within a larger non-LGBTQ/mixed crowd. The ship holds up to 199 passengers.
Out Adventures are a great way to meet people from around the world and all walks of life. Bear in mind that everybody’s there for a good time, so mutual respect will go a long way. Please be on time for any meet ups, empathetic to the needs of others, and ready to roll with whatever the adventure brings.
Although we can’t tell you who your fellow travellers will be for privacy reasons, we can tell you many great friendships began with an Out Adventure. And just because we’re a gay tour operator doesn’t mean we’re exclusive: friends and family are always welcome to join the fun.
If you’ve never travelled on your own, it’s an amazing way to get to know yourself while making new friends along the way. We can arrange for you to share a room with people in your age range at no charge, or you can pay a supplement for your own room. If there’s an odd number of solos, we’ll rotate a single room on a random basis.
We love when groups of friends join us on an Out Adventure, whether you’re celebrating a major milestone, or you just love to travel together. However, since we have travellers that will be flying solo, or as a couple, we would love your help ensuring everybody feels welcome and has an epic time. Here are some ways you can give us a hand, while also getting to know and befriending your fellow travellers:
If you’d rather relish an exclusive escape with just your own party, we also offer private departures. This is a great way to create and manage your own holiday guest list, while possibly saving money as well. Please contact one of our Adventure Specialists if you’re interested in a customized quote.
This tour is rated 2/5. All guests must have a good level of health, and all tours involve uneven steps, stairs, walking tours, and you will be required to carry your own luggage from time to time. Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate individuals with limited mobility unless they are willing to absorb the cost of a private guide/assistant which varies by country and is only possible on a case by case basis. It is also your responsibility to advise Out Adventures of any pre-existing medical conditions that may increase the risk of you requiring medical attention, or that may affect the normal conduct of the tour and the enjoyment of the tour by other participants.
PHYSICAL RATINGS:
1 – Relaxing
2 – Light
3 – Average
4 – Demanding
5 – Challenging
The itinerary is correct at time of publishing. If anything, it will only improve with feedback from prior travellers and our own research. It’s best to reference your final trip documents, rather than our website, in case there have been any changes that affect your departure.