{"id":3159,"date":"2023-04-03T05:32:22","date_gmt":"2023-04-02T19:02:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marathontoursandtravel.com.au\/events\/polar-circle-marathon\/"},"modified":"2025-12-09T11:59:10","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T01:29:10","slug":"polar-circle-marathon","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/events\/polar-circle-marathon\/","title":{"rendered":"Polar Circle Marathon & Half"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":746,"template":"","event_types":[18,14,11],"event_locations":[7],"event_distances":[45,16,8],"event_course_types":[22],"event_seasons":[10],"class_list":["post-3159","events","type-events","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","event_types-adventure","event_types-half-marathon","event_types-marathon","event_locations-europe","event_distances-adventure","event_distances-half-marathon","event_distances-marathon","event_course_types-trail-remote","event_seasons-autumn"],"acf":{"event_hero_image":747,"event_logo":657,"event_logo_background":{"enable":false,"background_colour":"#FFFFFF"},"event_status":"waitlist","event_status_labels_available":"book-now","event_status_labels_waitlist":"waitlist","event_status_labels_off_sale":"sold-out","event_waitlist_button":{"link_option":"external","":null,"external_link":{"title":"Join Waitlist","url":"#booknow","target":""}},"event_additional_buttons":null,"event_book_button":{"link_option":"anchor","":null,"external_link":null},"event_extra_button":"","event_overview":"

Run One of the Coolest Marathons on Earth!<\/h2>\r\nWelcome to a tough, unique marathon in truly magnificent scenery. The Polar Circle Marathon takes place in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland. The endless ice and snow of this vast country make up the backdrop of this unusual race, in which runners pass glacier tongues, moraine landscapes and soundless, arctic desert.\r\n\r\nA part of the route takes place on the slippery ice cap itself, but the main part of the course is run on the gravel road (often snow covered) that connects the inland ice with the small township of Kangerlussuaq, just north of the Polar Circle. The average temperature in Greenland in October is normally around -10\u00baC \/ 15\u00baF, but colder temperatures should be expected. Snow is not unusual, and while much of the race can be run with regular trail-running shoes, it is mandatory that proper spikes are worn for running on the ice cap.\r\n\r\nThe Polar Circle Marathon is the perfect way to combine a special running event with exploring one of the most remote and beautiful corners of the world.\r\n\r\nThis is a two-day event with the marathon taking place on Saturday and the half-marathon on Sunday. Consider joining the Polar Bear Challenge (PBC) and run both races! Entry is limited to 150 runners for each distance.\r\n\r\n ","event_overview_button":"","event_feature_icons":null,"event_features":{"meals_included":{"detail":"Breakfast, lunch and dinner included daily","title":"Meals Included"},"guide":{"title":"Guide","detail":"English-speaking tour leader"},"transfers":{"detail":"Roundtrip flights for Copenhagen-Kangerlussuaq","title":"Transfers"},"trip_extension":{"title":"Trip Extension","detail":"Ilulissat extension offered"},"accommodation":{"title":"Accommodation","detail":"4 nights at your choice of hotel in Kangerlussauq. Pre & Post-nights available in Copenhagen"},"entry":{"title":"Entry","detail":"Choose the Marathon, Half-marathon or Polar Bear Challenge (both events)"},"celebration_party":{"detail":"Post-race celebration dinner","title":"Celebration Party"},"excursions":{"title":"Excursions","detail":"Choice of excursions to choose from"},"helping_hand":{"title":"A Helping Hand","detail":""},"worldwide_events":{"title":"Worldwide Events","detail":""},"medal_bling":{"title":"Medal Bling","detail":""}},"event_gallery":[{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":746},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":726},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_video","youtube_video":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FbgYEdrMfYI"},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":676},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":747},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":713}],"event_packages":[{"package_title":"Polar Circle Marathon Package","package_duration":"5 days","package_dates":"October 23 - 27, 2025","package_days":[{"day_title":"22nd October 2025: Suggested Arrival day in Copenhagen","day_content":"Arrive one day early in Copenhagen to ensure that you\u00a0<\/span><\/span>arrive\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>to<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0Copenhagen and<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0are ready for the flight to Greenland<\/span><\/span>\u00a0in the early morning<\/span><\/span><\/span>. Explore this capital city on your own or\u00a0<\/span>pound the pavement<\/span>\u00a0with other runners and see some of the city\u2019s most impressive sights<\/span><\/span>\u00a0on our\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>optional guided\u00a0<\/span><\/span>running\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>tour.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>In the eve<\/span><\/span><\/span>ning, join other guests for dinner at the\u00a0<\/span>Albatros<\/span>\u00a0Travel headquarters<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>You will enjoy tapas and browse an exclusive collection of running clothes from CRAFT<\/span><\/span><\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>Race packets will be distributed.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>Accommodation is<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0available at Hotel Hebron<\/span><\/span>, a short walk from Copenhagen Central\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>Station<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0which is a\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>15-minute<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0train ride from the airport<\/span><\/span><\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nAdditional Nights Costs found within Packages & Rates<\/strong>"},{"day_title":"23rd October 2025: Copenhagen - Kangerlussuaq: Optional Excursions (DAY 1 OF TOUR PROGRAM)","day_content":"Meet at Copenhagen Airport, Terminal 2 for your 4.5-hour flight to Greenland. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in.\u00a0After a brief<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0welcome, join your optional excursion<\/span><\/span><\/span>, relax and settle into your room, or\u00a0hike Mount Hassel<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0(2-3 hours)<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0with your<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0tour leader. Finally, we will enjoy dinner together at Restaurant Roklubben.\u00a0(Flight meal, lunch at your respective hotel and dinner included)<\/em>\r\n\r\nPlease note: As\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>our flight to Greenland\u00a0<\/span>departs<\/span>\u00a0early in the morning and Air Greenland does not cooperate with other airlines, we recommend arriving on October 23<\/span><\/span><\/span>rd<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0and spending a pre-night at Hotel Hebron<\/span>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>If you plan to arrive on October 24, know that you must allow time to collect your luggage from your international flight, clear customs a<\/span><\/span><\/span>nd check in for your departure to Greenland.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>Check-in<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0closes one hour prior to departure.<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/em>"},{"day_title":"24th October 2025 - Route Inspection","day_content":"This morning all guests\u00a0<\/span>(including non-runners)\u00a0<\/span>will\u00a0<\/span>participate in a\u00a0<\/span>race course<\/span>\u00a0inspection<\/span>\u00a0in large all-terrain vehicles to see the beauty of this fantastic landscape and\u00a0<\/span>to understand the challenge of running on the ice cap<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0In the afternoon,\u00a0<\/span>those who\u00a0<\/span>have chosen the extension to<\/span>\u00a0Ilulissat,\u00a0<\/span>will\u00a0<\/span>have a<\/span>\u00a0pre-tour briefing. Later in the evening,\u00a0<\/span>all runners will<\/span>\u00a0attend an official race briefing at Hotel Kangerlussuaq<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>followed by\u00a0<\/span>a\u00a0<\/span>pre-race pasta dinner.\u202f<\/span>(Breakfast, sandwich lunch and dinner included)<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nPlease note: a warm winter jacket, ski\u00a0<\/span><\/i>pants or similar,\u00a0<\/span><\/i>hi<\/span><\/i>king o<\/span><\/i>r<\/span><\/i>\u00a0winter boots, hat and gloves are essential today. Runners may choose to bring their running shoes to test running conditions in addition to boots.<\/span><\/i>"},{"day_title":"25th October 2025 - Marathon Race Day","day_content":"After breakfast,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>marathon and Polar Bear Challenge\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>runners will embark at 7<\/span><\/span>:00<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0AM in\u00a0<\/span><\/span>all-terrain<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0vehicles to\u00a0<\/span>the race start<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>The Marathon is scheduled to start at 8:30\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>AM<\/span><\/span><\/span>.<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0Supporters and runners will enjoy a BBQ lunch between 12:00 PM \u2013 3:30 PM.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>In the evening, fuel with a semi-pasta dinner at Hotel\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>Kangerlussuaq<\/span><\/span><\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>(Breakfast, BBQ lunch at finish area and semi-pasta dinner included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"26th October 2025 - Half-Marathon Race Day","day_content":"After breakfast, runners are transported to the race start.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>The half-marathon is scheduled to start at 8:30\u00a0<\/span>AM.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0Today, those who ran yesterday can enjoy an optional tour or cheer runners on<\/span>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>A light lunch will be served in the finish area<\/span>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>The rest of the day is yours to enjoy. All will meet again in the evening for a celebratory Greenlandic dinner\u00a0<\/span><\/span>and awards ceremony\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>in\u00a0<\/span>Roklubben<\/span><\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>(Breakfast and light post-race meal for runners, dinner included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"27th October 2025 - Farewell Greenland or Hello Ilulissat","day_content":"After breakfast<\/span><\/span>,<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0it is time to<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0say goodbye to\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>Kangerlussuaq<\/span><\/span><\/span>,<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0check-out and\u00a0<\/span>depart<\/span>\u00a0to the airport for the flight back to Copenhagen\u00a0<\/span><\/span>or\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>Ilulissat<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0if you chose the optional extension. Due to our\u00a0<\/span><\/span>late\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>arrival time back\u00a0<\/span>into<\/span>\u00a0Copenhagen, an\u00a0<\/span>additional<\/span>\u00a0night in Copenhagen is highly recommended.\u202f\u00a0<\/span><\/span>(Breakfast and flight meal included)<\/em>\r\n\r\n(activities subject\u00a0to change)<\/em>"}]}],"event_extensions":"

Post-Race Extension to Ilulissat l Three-Night Package: October 27 - 30, 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nMake the three-night extension to Ilulissat part of your unforgettable Greenland experience.\u00a0 The wild nature and the Inuit culture make Greenland a unique destination. Small colorful houses clinging to the mountainsides, icebergs, Inuit culture and architecture highlight this extension. With luck, we will be treated to amazing Northern lights on one or more evenings. Space is limited.\r\n\r\nMonday, October 27\u200b<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Following our flight to Ilulissat, you will be transported to Hotel Hvide Falk where restaurants, museums, shops and the harbor are all within walking distance. Following is a guided walking tour of the village to see iconic sights and learn about many activities the area has to offer. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy on your own.\u00a0\u00a0(breakfast included)<\/em>\r\n\r\nTuesday, October 28<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 After breakfast today we will explore the beautiful area with a two-and-a-half- hour boat trip on the Ice Fjord where you will enjoy the impressive company of the 'floating mountains\". The afternoon is free to explore on your own or to choose an optional tour.\u00a0(breakfast included)<\/em>\r\n\r\nWednesday, October 29<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 After breakfast today we will explore the surrounding area of Ilulissat with a hike to the Sermermiut Valley. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Kangia (another name for the Ilulissat Icefjord and its massive icebergs), see stone\u00a0ruins of old turf houses and learn the story of the cliff aptly name 'the place to fall'. The rest of the day is on your own. Optional tours available, weather permitting.\u00a0(breakfast included)<\/em>\r\n\r\nThursday, October 30<\/strong>\u00a0- After breakfast, you will be transported to the airport for your return flight to Copenhagen. Due to the arrival time back into Copenhagen, you may consider an overnight in Copenhagen at Hebron Hotel.\u00a0(breakfast and flight meal included)<\/em>\r\n\r\n(activities\u00a0subject to change)<\/em>\r\n

Optional Tours<\/h3>\r\n

Running Copenhagen | October 22, 2025 (1.5 hours)<\/h4>\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nStretch your legs in Copenhagen with fellow runners while you see the some of the City\u2019s most famous sights. The tour meets at the H.C. Anderson statue, departing at 1:30pm, and passes the Queen\u2019s castle, Parliament, and the Little Mermaid. Small groups with plenty of time to ask questions during the tour. Pace is adjusted according to overall participant level but you should expect to run 3-3.75 miles per hour. (approx. 5 miles)\r\n

Tundra & City Sightseeing Tour - October 23 & 25, 2025<\/h4>\r\nLearn about Primitive Kangerlussuaq and it\u2019s transformation from an air base (Second World War \u2013 Cold War) into a small settlement with a modern international airport. Making use of Greenland\u2019s longest road you will embark on a road trip to explore nature. At the harbor you will enjoy stunning views of Kangerlussuaq Fjord before moving on to Kellyville, a small town centered on a research facility and old base. You will have the opportunity to meet and learn about Greenlandic sled dogs but, as it is not sledding season you will not be able to sled. Ample opportunity will be given to take in the gorgeous landscape and hopefully spot mush oxen along the way.\r\n\r\nNote: Participants will be placed on Thursday or Saturday according to where they are staying and what distance they are running. Your race pack will indicate the date\/time of your excursion.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n

Northern Lights Tour | October 24, 2025 (2 hours)<\/h4>\r\nKangerlussuaq has roughly 300 clear nights per year and artificial light is used sparingly so the backcountry\u2019s cloak of darkness lies just a short drive away. The bus will take you to see an ethereal light display (a result of gaseous protons and electrons from solar wind colliding with molecules in the Earth\u2019s atmosphere). Shades of brilliant green bands with the possibility of red, blue and violet make this trip a night to remember.\r\n\r\nNote: Northern Lights tour is weather dependent. In case of cloudy weather, the tour will be cancelled, and a full refund given. Because it is a natural phenomenon, the Northern Lights cannot be guaranteed. Dates may be changed to accommodate weather.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n

Russel Glacier | October 23 & 26, 2025 (4 hours)<\/h4>\r\nBoard a tundra coach - a special 4WD vehicle designed to handle ice, rocks, and uneven ground- and then drive partially off-road on the fascinating route to the magnificent Russell Glacier. The drive will take approximately 1.5 hours, and you may see reindeer and musk oxen.\u00a0 The glacier is an impressive sight, with vertical walls of ice that rise as high as 60 meters. You will have a chance to hike along the glacier's edge to truly appreciate its immense power and get close enough for some great photo opportunities before heading back to Kangerlussuaq.\r\n\r\nNote: Participants will be placed on Thursday or Sunday according to where they are staying and what distance they are running.\u00a0 Your race pack will indicate the date\/time of your excursion.\r\n

Meet the Sled Dogs | October 28 & 29, 2025<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nVisit the home of Flemming, a local musher, and meet his dogs.\u00a0 You will learn about raising the pups, the expeditions he has been on, and mushing itself. Please remember that these are working animals and not pets - they are not meant for cuddling \u2013 observation only.\u00a0 This excursion does not include dog sled riding, but will, unlike a dog sled riding tour, give a very thorough and interesting look into the history and life of dog sled mushers in Greenland.\r\n

Sail to the Oqaatsut Settlement | October 29, 2025<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nOur tour begins with a 30-minute boat tour from Ilulissat to Oqaatsut.\u00a0 We will sail among the gigantic icebergs from the Ilulissat Icefjord on their path north of Ilulissat. After we arrive in Oqaatsut you enjoy a guided tour of the settlement where you, among other things, will see the school, church, and fish factory of Oqaatsut. Learn about living in a small settlement-community and the history of Oqaatsut.\r\n\r\nThe settlement tour ends at Restaurant H8 Explorer where we will enjoy lunch made from local ingredients. Afterwards, explore, hike or simply enjoy a peaceful hour or two with a cup of coffee and unforgettable views before the boat sails us back to Ilulissat.\r\n\r\nOn the route back expect to see the 70 million year old volcanic Disko Island to the west and the green mainland to the east. We will pass Ilulissat Airport and the popular bay Bredebugt, which is surrounded by small cabins owned by locals.","event_extensions_packages":null,"event_packages_and_rates":"

Polar Circle Tour | Four-Night Package: October 23 - 27, 2025<\/h3>\r\nFeatures:<\/strong>\r\n
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  • Roundtrip airfare from Copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq<\/li>\r\n \t
  • Four nights at selected property<\/li>\r\n \t
  • Meals as listed on the itinerary<\/li>\r\n \t
  • Sightseeing as listed on the itinerary<\/li>\r\n \t
  • All air and hotel taxes<\/li>\r\n \t
  • Pre-race briefing<\/li>\r\n \t
  • Celebration dinner<\/li>\r\n \t
  • Airport transfers (per itinerary)<\/li>\r\n \t
  • Services of Albatros Adventure Staff<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

    Post-Race Extension to Ilulissat | Three-Night Package: October 27 - 30, 2025<\/h3>\r\n
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    • Flights from Kangerlussuaq -\u00a0Ilulissat - Kangerlussuaq<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Return flight to Copenhagen<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Airport transfers to hotel<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Three nights' accommodations at Hotel Hvide Falk<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Daily breakfast<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Sightseeing as listed on the itinerary<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Hotel taxes<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Services of Albatros Adventure Staff<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nNot Included:<\/strong>\r\n
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      • Race entry ($415 for the Marathon or Half-Marathon, $535 for the Polar Bear Challenge)<\/li>\r\n \t
      • All activities listed as optional<\/li>\r\n \t
      • Gratuities and tips<\/li>\r\n \t
      • Incidentals<\/li>\r\n \t
      • Travel Insurance<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nPlease Note:<\/strong>\r\n
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        • Single accommodations are limited.<\/li>\r\n \t
        • Luggage is restricted to 33 pounds\u00a0per person on the Ilulissat extension.<\/li>\r\n \t
        • Additional nights in Copenhagen available upon request.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nAirfare: <\/strong>\r\n\r\nFor this tour you should fly in and out of Copenhagen.\u00a0 The airport code is CPH.\r\n\r\nFlights Information:<\/strong>\r\n\r\n2024 flight times - 2025 flight times to be confirmed<\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\nOctober 24, 2024 (Copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq) 10:00 AM depart CPH \u2013 11:40 AM arrive (SFJ) | GL781\u00a0<\/em>\r\n\r\nOctober 28, 2024 (Kangerlussuaq to Copenhagen) 1:05 PM depart Kangerlussuaq \u2013 8:25\u00a0 PM arrive Copenhagen\u00a0\u00a0<\/em>\r\n\r\nOctober 28, 2024 (Kangerlussuaq to Ilullissat) 8:25 AM depart SFJ \u2013 9:10 AM arrive Ilulissat | GL502\u00a0<\/em>\r\n\r\nOctober 31, 2024 (Ilulissat \u2013 Kangerlussuaq) 7:15 AM depart JAV \u2013 8:05 AM arrive Kangerlussuaq | GL501\u00a0<\/em>\r\n\r\nOctober 31, 2024 (Kangerlussuaq\u00a0to Copenhagen) 1:40 PM depart SFJ \u2013 9:00 PM arrive CPH | GL782\u00a0<\/em>\r\n\r\nALL PRICES IN AUD - <\/strong>2025 Rates Coming Soon<\/span><\/strong>","event_packages_and_rates_table":{"acftf":{"v":"1.3.22"},"p":{"o":{"uh":1},"ca":""},"c":[{"p":""}],"h":[{"c":""}],"b":[[{"c":""}]]},"event_rates_tables":[{"rate_table_title":"Polar Circle Four Night Package","rate_table":{"acftf":{"v":"1.3.30"},"p":{"o":{"uh":1},"ca":""},"c":[{"p":""},{"p":""},{"p":""}],"h":[{"c":""},{"c":"Double Occupancy\n"},{"c":"Single Occupancy\n"}],"b":[[{"c":"Old Camp - Ulo (bunk beds) - SOLD OUT\n"},{"c":"$4,500"},{"c":"$5,010"}],[{"c":"Old Camp - Qajak & Tuukkag (twin\/double) - LIMITED SPACE\n"},{"c":"$4,690"},{"c":"$5,205"}],[{"c":"Polar Lodge - LIMITED SPACE\n"},{"c":"$4,885"},{"c":"$,5700"}],[{"c":"Hotel Kangerlussuaq - LIMITED SPACE\n"},{"c":"$5,470"},{"c":"$6,699"}],[{"c":"Pre\/Post Nights Hotel Hebron Copenhagen\n"},{"c":"$140\n"},{"c":"$225\n"}]]}},{"rate_table_title":"Optional: Ilulissat Extension - October 28 - 31","rate_table":{"acftf":{"v":"1.3.22"},"p":{"o":{"uh":1},"ca":""},"c":[{"p":""},{"p":""},{"p":""}],"h":[{"c":""},{"c":"Double Occupancy\n"},{"c":"Single Occupancy\n"}],"b":[[{"c":"Hotel Hvide Falk - Standard Room\n"},{"c":"$2,459"},{"c":"$2,875"}],[{"c":"Hotel Hvide Falk - Bay View\n"},{"c":"$2,775"},{"c":"$3,225"}]]}},{"rate_table_title":"Optional Tours","rate_table":{"acftf":{"v":"1.3.22"},"p":{"o":{"uh":1},"ca":""},"c":[{"p":""},{"p":""}],"h":[{"c":""},{"c":"Cost"}],"b":[[{"c":"Running Tour in Copenhagen | Oct 23\n"},{"c":"$115"}],[{"c":"Tundra Safari & Kangerlussuaq Tour | Oct 24 & 26\n"},{"c":"$159"}],[{"c":"Russell Glacier - Kangerlussuaq | Oct 24 & 27\n"},{"c":"$275"}],[{"c":"Northern Lights Tour - Kangerlussuaq | Oct 25\n"},{"c":"$99"}],[{"c":"Meet the Sled Dogs - Ilulissat| October 29 & 30\n"},{"c":"$90"}],[{"c":"Sail to the Oqaatsut Settlement - Ilulissat | October 30\n"},{"c":"$429"}],[{"c":"Greenlandic Buffet - Ilulissat | October 30\n"},{"c":"$135"}]]}},{"rate_table_title":"Race Entry","rate_table":{"acftf":{"v":"1.3.22"},"p":{"o":{"uh":1},"ca":""},"c":[{"p":""},{"p":""}],"h":[{"c":""},{"c":"Cost"}],"b":[[{"c":"Marathon"},{"c":"$685"}],[{"c":"Half-Marathon"},{"c":"$685"}],[{"c":"Polar Bear Challenge"},{"c":"$885"}]]}}],"event_hotels":[{"hotel_images":[4216,4217],"hotel_location":"Kangerlussuaq","hotel_title":"Hotel Kangerlussuaq","hotel_details":"
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          Hotel Kangerlussuaq is directly adjacent to the airport, which means it is also close to the marathon start\/finish area. The hotel has nice and fairly large single and double rooms with private bathrooms. You can also opt for a quad room (family room) where four people can sleep \u2013 this means two twin beds and an additional bunk bed. Breakfast is served in the cafeteria, and the hotel also has a nice restaurant and a bar.<\/p>","hotel_link":""},{"hotel_images":[4218,4219,4220,4221,4222,4223],"hotel_location":"Kangerlussuaq","hotel_title":"Old Camp Hostel","hotel_details":"

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          Located 3km away from the airport, Old Camp is a traditional hostel format with small, cozy rooms and shared bathroom facilities. Old Camp\u2019s accommodations are simply furnished, yet well-outfitted with all of the essential amenities, such as beds, linens, and a small wardrobe. The hostel consists of four buildings: three for accommodation and the fourth serves as the reception and boutique.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

          \r\n\r\nThe Ulo building will look the most familiar to regular hostel-goers, as the rooms consist of bunk beds. The Qajak and Tuukkaq buildings feature double rooms with two single beds that can be joined together as a double bed. In every building, you will find a communal dining and living room, perfect for relaxing and sharing stories with fellow travellers.\r\n\r\nPlease note the Ulo wing consists of 13 bunk beds. When you select a shared-double for this property you will be allocated a single bunk bed in a shared room.<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<\/div>","hotel_link":""},{"hotel_images":[4224,4225,4226],"hotel_location":"Kangerlussuaq","hotel_title":"Polar Lodge","hotel_details":" \r\n\r\nIn terms of facilities, Polar Lodge is fairly similar to Old Camp (although with bigger rooms). However, it is only about 200m from the airport, and is directly adjacent to the start\/finish area for the marathon. The total capacity is 16 rooms. Toilets and bathrooms are on a shared basis in the hallway. The lodge has a small dining room where breakfast is served, a small kitchen with a stove, refrigerator and kettle, and a souvenir shop.","hotel_link":""},{"hotel_images":"","hotel_location":"","hotel_title":"Hotel Hvide Falk (Extension)","hotel_details":"This hotel is ideal for viewing and experiencing Disko Bay and the town of Ilulissat. There is a terrific restaurant and pub onsite. Choose between Standard and Bay Room options (both have private bathroom).","hotel_link":""},{"hotel_images":"","hotel_location":"","hotel_title":"Hotel Hebron (Copenhagen)","hotel_details":"Located less than a 10-minute walk from Copenhagen Central Station, which is easily reached by train from the airport (15 mins).","hotel_link":""}],"event_information":"Race Date:<\/b>\r\n
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          • Marathon - Saturday October 25th, 2025<\/li>\r\n \t
          • Half-Marathon - Sunday October 26th, 2025<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nRace Time:<\/strong> 7:00 AM\r\n\r\nOrganiser:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe race is organized by Albatros Adventure Marathons of Denmark and supported by the local community.\r\n\r\nThe Course:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe marathon and half-marathon take place on uneven gravel road and ice. You will run on the ice sheet, as well as roads. The ice sheet may be covered with a thick layer of snow, and the roads may be covered with ice. You will pass enormous glacier tongues and moraine plains and go through tundra and arctic deserts.\r\n\r\nTemperature:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe weather in Greenland is unpredictable. Expect temps to be -10 C (14 F) at the start, and \u201cwarm\u201d to 10 C (50 F) by the finish. Snow and strong winds may occur, which can drop the temp below 0 and cause concern for frostbite.\r\n\r\nEntry Fee:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nEntry to is$tbc for the Marathon or Half-Marathon, $tbc for the Polar Bear Challenge\r\n\r\nTime Limit:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe course time limit for the marathon is seven (7) hours. The course time limit for the half-marathon is four (4) hours.\r\n\r\nNumber Pickup:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nNumbers will be provided at the race briefing the evening before the event or will be picked up on the way to the tented camp-site.\r\n\r\nAwards:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nAwards will be given for the top three overall males and females in both races. Prize money is only for runners who live in the community. Each runner will receive a medal and T-shirt.\r\n\r\nRunning Shoes:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe Polar Circle can be run in a pair of normal running shoes or trail running shoes. Spikes are mandatory when running on the ice cap. Please bring a pair of running spikes with carbon steel points that can be fitted to your running shoes. This is a definite advantage on the ice sheet sections.\r\n\r\nDifficulty:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nChallenging trail course in a remote area with extreme low temperatures and wind.","event_information_table":null,"event_registration_and_booking":"","event_seven_continents_club_option":false,"event_seven_continents_club":"","custom_section_title":"","custom_media_text_block":{"content":"","media_type":"image","media_alignment":"right","media_image":"","media_video":null},"custom_section_title_2":"","custom_media_text_block_2":{"content":"","media_type":"image","media_alignment":"left","media_image":"","media_video":null},"event_testimonials":null,"event_reps":"","event_resources":{"bibrave":{"thumbnail_image":"","title":"","url":""},"course_animation":{"thumbnail_image":"","title":"","url":""},"course_map":{"thumbnail_image":"","title":"","url":""}},"related_events":"","event_booking_widget":"