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5-day river adventure deep into the Greenland wilderness

31 July 2025 · 40 min · 203K views

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Juho and Sohvi Kangasluoma explore the wilderness of Greenland, navigating inland lakes and tundra plateaus with their dog, Nova. The pair utilise a dinghy and stand-up paddleboards to traverse shallow, ice-filled waters, frequently monitoring depth with a drone to avoid submerged rocks.6:11 During the five-day expedition, they camp in remote areas, contending with high concentrations of mosquitoes and fluctuating wind conditions that impact their ability to sail or paddle.14:35 The crew encounters local wildlife, including reindeer and muskoxen, while attempting to fish for Arctic char in clear, cold glacial runoff.18:17 They navigate sections of the Arctic Circle Trail, noting the presence of abandoned gear and construction materials left by previous travellers.22:14 The expedition highlights the challenges of remote, high-latitude travel, including managing gear in unpredictable weather and the physical demands of portaging equipment between water systems.

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