Greenland
Ilulissat Icefjord in North Greenland
Katuaq Culture Center
Northern Lights
Uunartoq Hot Springs
Sermermiut Eskimo Settlement
Top Greenland Experiences
Viewing hundreds of icebergs up close as they drift through Disko Bay on the southwest coast
Tackling the 160-kilometer Arctic Circle Trail through the country’s unique backcountry.
Marveling at the shimmering Northern Lights in the dark Arctic skies.
Exploring the Ilulissat Icefjord in Disko Bay in North Greenland, one of the northernmost UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the World.
Soaking in natural hot springs, rock climbing and fjord kayaking in South Greenland.
Taking a helicopter ride to land on a vast glacier, then getting out to toss snowballs or go heli-skiing
Mushing a dog sled or cross-country skiing through the snow
Visiting (permit only) the world’s largest national park, including the highest parts of the Northern Hemisphere's largest ice cap (there are only approximately 40 people who call this vast area home).
Boat rides, heliskiing and setting out for mountaineering expeditions from Tasiilaq in East Greenland.
Getting to know the people who live here – a combination of indigenous Inuits, descendants of Danish colonial pioneers, and adventurous expats looking to get away from it all
Strolling around the Greenland capital city of Nuuk, learning about Inuit art and the Arctic lifestyle.
Sampling the often exotic Greenlandic cuisine, ranging from reindeer steak to seal soup, musk ox carpaccio to freshly caught halibut.
Kayaking the chill coastal waters to view marine life such as seals, walruses, and whales.
Photographing Greenland’s most beautiful natural wonder, the Blue River on the Petermann Glacier, noted for its clear turquoise waters (visit from December to April).
Whale watching, fine dining and browsing art galleries in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital.
Tripping over the tongue-twisting Greenlandic place names and drawing laughs from the locals – a good way to break the (social) ice
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Things to do in Greenland - Expert’s guide
1. Ilulissat Icefjord
Greenland’s top natural sightseeing attraction, the Ilulissat Icefjord was given UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2004. Be prepared to be dazzled by this majestic section of Disko Bay where mighty icebergs fall from the glacier in a stupendously gratifying manner.
2. Nuuk, the Capital City
Nuuk was the first town established in Greenland, settled in 1728, and today boasts several attractions, including the redwood Lutheran Nuuk Cathedral, the Katuaq cultural center and the Greenland National Museum.
3. Whale Watching
Take your pick - the whales you’ll see in Greenland include beluga whales, humpback, orcas, sperm whales, blue whales, bowhead whales, horned narwhals and more. And the backdrop of massive icebergs and icefjords couldn't be more impressive. The best time for whale watching in the Arctic Circle is May through July.
4. Northern Lights
The star of the show, seeing the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) in Greenland and the Arctic Circle should be top on your list if you’re visiting early autumn through April. During the warmer summer months, they’re not visible due to the Midnight Sun.
So if you’re braving the winter season in Greenland, check out the Northern Lights spectacle from Qaqortoq and Kangerlussuaq for the best views. (Quaqortoq also boasts one of Greenland’s best museums with artifacts from Dorset, Thule and Norse cultures.)
5. Blue River
One of Greenland’s top natural attractions and best kayaking spot in the Arctic Circle (perhaps the world) quite literally changes every year. As the Petermann Glacier melts annually, it creates the Blue River, famous for its gorgeous turquoise color. You might even see polar bears fishing (though they’ll never actually find any here!).
6. Tasiilaq
You’ll fall head over heels for the cute, colorful town of Tasiilaq, on the island of Ammassalik and home to just 2,000 residents. From here, it’s easy to hop on a helicopter tour of Greenland’s eastern coast. Hike in Flower Valley, right behind town, go dog sledding, head out on whale-watching tours and sea kayak between icebergs.
7. Uunartoq Hot Springs
Greenland’s most popular hot springs, these are on their own island. Soak in waters between 98 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit in a small pool fed by three naturally heated springs. To get here, hop on a boat for a short ride from Ilulissat.
8. Sermermiut Eskimo Settlement
Looking for Eskimo history? Just a couple kilometers from Ilulissat, Sermermiut Eskimo Settlement is home to well-preserved remnants of the Arctic’s ancient Eskimo cultures.
You’ll need to walk there - it takes about an hour to get from town to the settlement. If you don’t want to walk, stay in town and check out finds from the excavation site at the Ilulissat Museum.
9. Greenland Ice Cap
The mighty ice cap covers 80 percent of Greenland so it’s only natural that you include it as part of your Arctic tour - it’s hard to avoid it! Explore the ice sheet by foot in Kangerlussuaq, flightsee over it, sail amidst icebergs in Ilulissat or head to Eqi glacier to witness it calving immense icebergs.
10. Arctic Circle Trail
Not for the faint of heart or the beginner hiker, the Arctic Circle Trail is Greenland’s most epic trekking circuit and typically takes 9 to 11 days to conquer. Most hikers follow the trail from Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut. During the winter months, the trail is popular for dog sledding tours, snowmobiling expeditions and cross-country skiing.
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