Ilulissat Icefjord Tours

Fly over some of the amazing glaciers and icebergs around one of Greenland's top destinations - Ilulissat Icefjord, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004. Join this one-hour long flight to experience Greenland from a whole new perspective. The flight starts from Ilulissat Airport. Before departure, you will be briefed by Air Zafari's skilled pilot. The pilot will orientate you about the planned route and flight conditions. On the way to the plane, the pilot seats the participants. You might be seated in the front with the pilot, or at the back together with your fellow explorers. Regardless of where you are seated, there is a guarantee of great views from the large windows in the plane. Onboard the pilot goes through the safety instructions and asks you to take on your headset, through which you can communicate. Immediately after take-off, you will see Greenland from one of the very best angles. You will now be heading for the spectacular Isua Glacier. Within 10 minutes you will be able to see the moraine edge of Kangia, where a mixture of rocks and ice is pushed forward by the force of the glacier. Before long you will experience the glory of Ilulissat Icefjord. You will experience the endless flow of icebergs in all shapes and sizes - quietly drifting through the fjord on their journey to the sea. Some of the icebergs can reach a height of 100 meters over sea level. When flying over the giant icebergs you will get close to them in a different way and sometimes see azure blue lakes with melted water on the icebergs. To see the icebergs and edges of glaciers from above is a lifetime experience that you should not miss. You might also be lucky to spot a whale or other Arctic wildlife while flying around the area. Do not hesitate to book this trip to one of Greenland's top destinations. You can check the booking availability by pressing "Choose a date" above.

Explore the best of Greenland on this flight over the top attractions around the Ilulissat area. If you want to experience the very best of Ilulissat, do not hesitate to join this tour! it all you should join in this tour! The flight starts from Ilulissat Airport. Before departure, you will be briefed by Air Zafari's skilled pilot. The pilot will orientate you about the planned route and flight conditions. On the way to the plane, the pilot seats the participants. You might be seated in the front with the pilot, or at the back together with your fellow explorers. Regardless of where you are seated, there is a guarantee of great views from the large windows in the plane. Onboard the pilot goes through the safety instructions and asks you to take on your headset, through which you can communicate. Immediately after take-off, you will see Greenland from one of the very best angles. We will fly north to the amazing Eqi glacier, which is a very productive glacier that calves huge icebergs every day. The edge of Eqi glacier is a four-kilometre-wide wall of ice. From here we fly to the Greenland Icecap, which covers most of the country's surface. Imagine only seeing the ice with amazing structures, filling the whole horizon. We will continue over the tundra, where the colours change from white to all kinds of green and rusty colours. Here we might be lucky to spot caribou or musk oxen. But hold on, we are not finished yet. The tour continues back to Ilulissat and the UNESCO World Heritage of Ilulissat Icefjord, over the Isua Glacier and the moraine edge of Kangia, where you can see the traces of rocks being pushed forward by the ice. When flying over the Icefjord you will see the endless stream of icebergs in all thinkable shapes and sizes. Some as big as islands, drifting quietly to the sea. You might also be lucky to spot a whale or other Arctic wildlife while flying around the area. To see all this by plane is a lifetime experience, that you should not miss when travelling in Greenland. Do not hesitate to book this trip to one of Greenland's top destinations. You can check the booking availability by pressing "Choose a date" above.

Go on an exciting snowmobile tour into the backcountry of Ilulissat, following the dogsled trail to a viewpoint overlooking the icefjord and UNESCO heritage site! From the outskirts of Ilulissat, we will head out into the wilderness, passing by hunters and fishermen with their dogsleds to a viewpoint in the mountains that overlooks the incredible icefjord and the pristine world heritage site. We’ll be riding for about 45 minutes over frozen lakes and snow-covered hills, giving quite the thrill up and down the hilly terrain until we can jump off the sleds and enjoy the view. The guide knows the area like the back of his own hand and can tell all sorts of stories about his adventures and knowledge of the area. If the weather is clear enough, you may be able to see all the way to the ice sheet itself, giving a glimpse into the vastness that feeds the world famous icefjord with small and giant icebergs. As we are 250 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle, it is a good idea to dress as warm as possible, even on sunny days without a breeze, the temperatures can drop down to -20 degrees Celsius. So put on lots of layers, your favourite woolly socks, and let’s head out for a joyous ride into a winter wonderland. If the weather is too rough for us to go on the day you’ve booked, we will do our best to reschedule your tour, if that isn’t possible, we will refund the full amount. To go on this awesome tour, just click on ‘Choose a date’ above and find a day that suits you!

Do you want to take some amazing photos of the Arctic landscape, then this tour is the one for you. Greenland is a land of harsh contrasts. A long and cold winter turns into an intense summer with never-ending light. To the west, approximately around the middle of the island lies the Disko bay, a still-water haven and amazing landscapes all around. Just south of the city Ilulissat lies Sermeq Kujalleq, the fastest flowing glacier in Greenland, which is only surpassed by the great Antarctic, spits out gigantic icebergs that follow the 60 km fjord out into the bay where we will be sailing. From an intense summer of never-ending sun, it finally hits the horizon at the end of July, producing unbelievable light all over the bay and its many icebergs. We will be sailing out right at these opportune moments for the best light, in the comfort of a big and fast Targa boat and guidance from award-winning professional photographer Erez Marom. The Disko bay is huge, which is why the Targa is the perfect boat for exploring and zooming around the bay. If you'd like to extend your experience, you can buy the 3 night addition to Uummannaq, which you can read more about here, note that it does not include the flight ticket to the destination, or back from it.

Seeing the gigantic icebergs close up is simply amazing. Some of them tower more than 100 meters above the surface. They are beautiful in every kind of weather, with shades of blue and green on an overcast day, bright white in the sunshine, and so many colors under the midnight sun. The midnight sun in Ilulissat is from May 21st to July 24th. Sailing late at night with the sun still in the sky is such a special experience.  Even when the sun goes down, the low angle of the Arctic sun, give us a couple of hours of beautiful sunset.  We sail all year round to the icebergs. In the winter, a late sunrise slowly turns into the sunset, giving us beautiful colors all day. The sea may be slushy during the coldest season - a fantastic experience in itself.   Remember to dress warmly in all seasons. Our boats have warm cabins, and coffee and tea will be served on board, but you will want to be on the deck to enjoy the view. You can book by pressing "choose a date" on the right side.  

Come along this invigorating guided hike along the enchanting and spell-binding Kangia Icefjord. On this tour, you will experience the very best of Ilulissat, from the Arctic fauna to mountain in all shapes and sizes to the peacefulness resting on the arctic tundra. This is an extended Sermermiut adventure, you will never forget. Enroute the guide will tell you and your fellow explorers about fauna, geology and the history of the area.  Enjoy the never-ending view of icebergs resting on the Disko Bay waters! Your adventure starts at the headquarters of World of Greenland and takes you out of town to the old quarry. From the quarry, we venture towards Seqinniarfik, the place where we welcome the sun. Every year on January 13th, the local inhabitants of Ilulissat gather at this place after the long polar night and welcomes the sun by singing. Seqinniarfik holds an outstanding view of the Icefjord, enjoy your lunch and the mesmerizing view of giant ice azures.  Next destination of the day, takes you to Nakkaavik. Nakkaavik is near the Sermermiut settlement and is one Ilulissat's most popular viewpoints. When the Inuit use to inhabit Sermermiut, the elders would sacrifice them self by jumping off the cliff into the icy Kangia Icefjord, for the better of the settlement. When you are done enjoying Nakkaavik's view, the tour continues toward Sermermiut. Sermermiut is an old Inuit settlement and has been inhabited for over 4000 years by different Inuit cultures. Here you will get to explore hidden Inuit graves and the remains of the last Inuits who lived there. We return to Ilulissat by the wooden path towards the old heliport.  Join this guided hike along the Kangia Icefjord, showing you the very best of Ilulissat! Tie you hiking boots and bring your fellow explorers. Check the booking availability by pressing 'Choose a date' above. 

Would you like to spice up your Ilulissat adventure? Then come along on this enchanting excursion to the Sermermiut Valley, where Inuit ruins and magical surroundings are waiting to be explored by you! This tour will take you around one and a half kilometers south of Ilulissat, to the ruins of the ancient Sermermiut settlement. Sermermiut has been inhabited by different Inuit cultures and was first inhabited around 4000 years ago. The ruins are beautifully situated in the Sermermiut valley and due to its history and beauty, the area has been crowned a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You and your fellow explorers will meet your guide at the World of Greenland office. From Ilulissat you and your fellow explorers will follow a wooden walkway. The wooden walkway is surrounded by endless miles of untouched arctic tundra, situated with a mesmerizing view of the Icefjord.  While walking the wooden walkway, let the arctic winds slip through your hair and enjoy the magical and mesmerizing surroundings. When arriving in the settlement of Sermermiut, the guide will tell you everything you would like to know about the Inuit culture and the area’s history. If you are lucky you will get to touch the permafrost, resting on the grounds. The last destination of the day will be the viewpoint, Nakkaavik. Nakkaavik means ‘The place to fall’ and has one of the most enchanting views in all of Ilulissat. Here your guide of the day will serve tea and coffee, while you enjoy the enchanting surroundings. We return by the same route we came. It is a must when visiting Ilulissat, to explore the beautiful Sermermiut settlement, so tie your hiking boots and bring your inner explorer! Check the booking availability by pressing 'Choose a date' above. 

Would you like to master the art of kayaking? Then come along and kayak the surrounding seas of Ilulissat, between giant icebergs and in the presence of playful humpback whales. It is said that the best way to experience Ilulissat Icefjord, is by kayak! From Ilulissat, you and your fellow explorers will venture out on the seas and sail along the coast with the mission of reaching the mouth of Disko Bay. If you are lucky, you will experience the humpback whales playing hide and seek between the waves, up close.  When arriving at the mouth of the fjord, you will be greeted by the gigantic Icebergs, that are approximately 50 meters high. Here the icebergs lie and wait to start their journey into seven seas. Kayaking between the enormous mountains of ice under the midnight sun is a once in a lifetime experience, that will decorate every explorer with its beauty.  Lean back and hold your paddle still, while enjoying the midnight sun illuminating the icebergs with its red and orange rays of sun. This tour is for anyone, experienced or not, who would love to experience the UNESCO World Heritage Ilulissat Icefjord from another perspective. There is a safety boat following the group from a distance for your safety. Pick up your paddle and come along this arctic journey into Ilulissat Icefjord. Check the availability by pressing ‘’Choose a date’’ above and book your adventure today.

Do you want to see icebergs the size of islands up close? A quick trip on the Icefjord is just what you are looking for then. This tour is just around 45 minutes long and perfect in between activities in Ilulissat. We will take you out of Ilulissat marina and head straight to the Icefjord, which is just outside of town. You will experience sailing between the smaller ice floats and bigger icebergs. This is something you must experience whilst in Ilulissat. Sailing close to the icebergs is an amazing experience. It is incredible to see all the different shapes, sizes and colours of them.  Do not hesitate and come along to see for yourself! See the availability and book your trip by pressing 'Choose a date' above.

Experience the best of both worlds on this tour combining whale watching with sailing between the huge icebergs in the amazing Ilulissat Icefjord, which since 2004 has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sailing with Ilulissat Water Taxi is a nice and easy way to get to some of the top attractions close to Ilulissat city. You book the trip and Water Taxi will pick you up on one of two spots at the harbor - just like a Yellow Cab. In the summer the beautiful humpback whales travel the big oceans from Haiti and Puerto Rico heading straight to the Disko Bay. They come here to feed on the huge amounts of small fish and krill, they find in the fresh Greenlandic sea. The humpback whales are huge, beautiful mammals that you can see swim peacefully between the waves without making a sound. These giants can be up to 15 meters long and weight 30 tons. On this tour there are biggest chances for spotting the humpback whales with their iconic tail waving as they dive into the sea. You might also be lucky to see Bowhead whales sometimes. One thing that however is sure is that you will see the beautiful icebergs, that the area is known for and named after, as Ilulissat in Greenlandic means iceberg. Bring your binoculars and come along on this exciting adventure. Check the booking availability by pressing ‘’Choose a date’’ above. *Please note that the price is for chartering the whole boat for this excursion. This will include one to six passengers. When booking you will register one person and following choose how many extra passengers are on the trip. It is important for the Captain to know how many people will be attending the adventure.

Bring the most amazing pictures home from your winter trip to Greenland. Learn how to capture the beauty of the northern lights and bright stars over the snow-covered landscape. While in Ilulissat you should take the advantage of this tour under the clear skies full of stars and watch the Aurora Borealis dance above you. You meet by Hotel Hvide Falk in Ilulissat town. Here you'll meet your photography guide, who will explain about taking pictures of the northern lights and the arctic night sky. You will learn about the camera settings over a cup of coffee or tea. Now you are ready to venture out to hike in the white landscape and feel the snow crunch under your feet while you on snowshoes maneuver your way with the help of your flash light and a professional guide. You will be heading just outside of Ilulissat town, away from the city lights, where the darkness lets you enjoy the dancing colours of green and pink in the arctic night sky. On the tour we will walk along the icefjord mixing northern lights with the view of huge icebergs. This hike is for everyone who wants to experience the Aurora Borealis whilst in Greenland and bring the memories back home, combined with snowshoeing over the snow-covered terrain. Among icebergs scattered across the Ilulissat Icefjord and absolute silence you will get to enjoy the show of colours in the company of your fellow photographers in the safe hands of your guide and professional photographer. A great way to end a day of new experiences and excitement. Come join this hike through arctic landscape in the hunt of the Northern Lights. Bring your camera and plenty of memory on the SD card. See availability by pressing ‘Choose a date’ and book your trip now. *Please note, that there is no guarantee for northern lights.

While in Ilulissat you should take the advantage of this tour under the clear skies full of stars and watch the Aurora Borealis dance above you. Hike the white landscape and feel the snow crunch under your feet while you manoeuvre your way with the help of your flashlight and helpful guide. Heading just outside of Ilulissat town just enough distance to enjoy the dancing colours of green and pink lighting up the night sky.  On this tour, we will walk along the Icefjord mixing northern lights with the view of huge icebergs across the fjord and get a cup of warm coffee or tea to combat the cold. This hike is for everyone who wants to experience the Aurora Borealis whilst in Greenland, combining snowshoeing over the snow-covered terrain. Among sky-high mountains, icebergs scattered across the Ilulissat Icefjord and absolute silence you will get to enjoy the show of colours in the company of your fellow explorers in the safe hands of your guide. A great way to end a day of new experiences and excitement. Come join this hike through the arctic landscape in the hunt of the Northern Lights. You will be picked up from the hut to go back to Ilulissat town when the tour is over. See availability by pressing ‘Choose a date’ and book your trip now.

Have you ever wondered how fun it would be to try out snowshoeing? If you have, then this trip is the ultimate choice for you. This trip takes you along the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ilulissat Isfjord, guaranteeing an unforgettable experience. Even for you who just want to try something different while in Ilulissat. This trip is for everyone who loves being outdoors and can’t get enough of the spectacular landscape. Hike on the untouched tundra with only the traces of snowmobiles other snowshoe walkers and if you are lucky some animal tracks as well. Track through the snow-covered landscape which is easiest with snowshoes which also allows you to try out something new and fun. Ascending and descending hills and mountainsides whilst breathing in the fresh cold breeze of the arctic wind. On this tour, you will get to walk on the famous Kangia Icefjord among humongous icebergs and in the safe hands of your guide, travel safely onto the ice-filled fjord. If the conditions allow, we will have picnic lunch among the icebergs and enjoy our view in every direction. The famous Sermeq Kujalleq Gletjser further up the 56-kilometre-long fjord, is where the 20 million tons ice originates from. Get to come up close to the huge ice sculptures as you wander on the fjord of ice mass. After a lovely lunch in the scenic landscape, we will head on towards the ruins of Sermermiut settlement. This is where the first Inuit people settled over 4000 years ago, the Saqqaq people. After the cultural tour among the ruins, we will climb a hill for approximately an hour, where we will be rewarded an astonishing panoramic view over the fjord. Plenty of time to relax and enjoy the calm surroundings and breathtaking view and take pictures to bring home. Join this amazing journey through the arctic tundra on snowshoes and hike among humongous icebergs! See availability by pressing ‘Choose a date’ above and book your today.

From cultural and historic walks to the essence of Ilulissat, sailing among enormous icebergs in Ilulissat Icefjord. Have you always wanted to try kayaking? What better way to master the skill of sailing than in one of Greenland’s most popular places, the Icefjord of endless waters with the chances of strolling across the water surface in the company of humpback whales. With this tour, you will get an experienced guide to instruct you about the safety and how to handle a kayak. This is for everyone who loves the aspect of Greenland and wants the full arctic experience when in Ilulissat. For the experienced kayakers to beginners, you will along with your fellow explorers get a day of enchanting nature along with the thrilling experience of the Greenlandic sea. Smell the arctic fresh breeze and enjoy the quietness surrounding you while the midnight sun glooms across the water surface and give the humongous icebergs red and pink nuances. An almost therapeutic experience gliding over the waves and listen to the water splashing on the side of your kayak as you sit and enjoy your mesmerizing surroundings. A thrilling activity as the sun starts to set with beautiful colours and you start to understand manoeuvring the kayak. Do not miss out on this unique arctic experience on the UNESCO World Heritage approved Icefjord! See the availability by pressing ‘Choose a date’ above and book your trip today.

From cultural and historic walks to the essence of Ilulissat, sailing among enormous icebergs in Ilulissat Icefjord. Have you always wanted to try kayaking? What better way to master the skill of sailing than in one of Greenland’s most popular places, the Icefjord of endless waters with the chances of strolling across the water surface in the company of humpback whales. With this tour, you will get an experienced guide to instruct you about the safety and how to handle a kayak. This is for everyone who loves the aspect of Greenland and wants the full arctic experience when in Ilulissat. For the experienced kayakers to beginners, you will along with your fellow explorers get a day of enchanting nature along with the thrilling experience of the Greenlandic sea. Smell the arctic fresh breeze and enjoy the quietness surrounding you as you glide across the water with the sun perfectly reflects on the icebergs and water surface. A thrilling activity as the sun starts to rise in the sky and you start to understand manoeuvring the kayak. Do not miss out on this unique arctic experience on the UNESCO World Heritage Icefjord. All of the necessities are included, all you have to bring is the adventurer in you and join this once in a life time experience! See the availability by pressing ‘Choose a date’ above and book your trip today.

Total Fascination and the overwhelming feelings of the forces of nature is to be explored in this trip, among icebergs in Ilulissat Ice fjord. Sailing with Ilulissat Water Taxi is a nice and easy way to get to some of the top attractions close to Ilulissat city. You book the trip and Water Taxi will pick you up on one of two spots at the harbor - just like a Yellow Cab. Ilulissat is Greenlandic for "icebergs". On this trip you will get an unforgettable experience of icebergs in all shapes and sizes, that are pushed into the fjord. The ice fjord is on the UNESCO World Heritage list and the glacier moves about 30 meters each day. This process produces approximately 20 billion tons of ice every year, making it an incomparable natural area. This cruise takes you to one of the most beautiful places in the area. The Mouth of the fjord, where the large icebergs make their start out on the great journey into the Atlantic Ocean. The largest icebergs can be around 1.5 cubic kilometers and rise like cathedrals towards the sky. This is a top attraction and a must see when visiting Ilulissat. When sailing there may be the opportunity to see whales and seals in the arctic waters. There is only one thing to say - the natural phenomenon, that is to be experienced by you! Please note that the price is for chartering the whole boat for this excursion. This will include one to six passengers. When booking you will register one person and following choose how many extra passengers are on the trip. It is important for the Captain to know how many people will be attending the adventure. Find your inner explorer and bring your binoculars for this grand adventure, into Ilulissat Ice fjord! Check the booking availability by pressing ‘’Choose a date’’ above.

Join on this amazing tour and bring home the best pictures from Ilulissat! Let AirZafari fly you over the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Ilulissat Icefjord and see Greenland from a whole new perspective. The flight starts from Ilulissat Airport. Before departure, you will be briefed by Air Zafari's skilled pilot. The pilot will orientate you about the planned route and flight conditions. On the way to the plane, the pilot seats the participants. You might be seated in the front with the pilot, or at the back together with your fellow explorers. Regardless of where you are seated, there is a guarantee of great views from the large windows in the plane. Well, onboard the pilot goes through the safety instructions and asks you to take on your headset, through which you can communicate. Immediately after take-off, the great view will appear for you. As you fly out over the Icejord the icebergs will appear in all imaginable shapes and sizes, some reaching a height of 100 meters above sea level. When you fly over the giant icebergs you will get close to them in a different way and sometimes you will see small azure blue lakes with melted water on the icebergs. There is a never ending flow of icebergs coming through the fjord on their way to the sea and every day the sight is different. You might also be lucky to spot a whale while flying. Do not hesitate to book this trip to one of Greenland's top destinations. You can check the booking availability by pressing "Choose a date" above.