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Full day adventure on Greenland Ice sheet | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

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8 hours

From 1 295 DKK
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Camp on the Greenland ice sheet | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

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Kangerlussuaq

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2 days

From 3 595 DKK
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Dog sledding expedition | Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut | West Greenland

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Kangerlussuaq

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3 days

From 17 800 DKK
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Northern Lights Tour | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

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Kangerlussuaq

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2 hours

From 650 DKK
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Ice Fishing | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

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Kangerlussuaq

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3 hours

From 750 DKK
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Combination tour: Point 660 & Russell glacier | Kangerlussuaq

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Kangerlussuaq

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7 hours

From 1 350 DKK
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Point 660 Greenland Ice sheet tour | Kangerlussuaq

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Kangerlussuaq

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5 hours

From 850 DKK
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Price 1-4 people!

Private The Great Russell Glacier tour | Kangerlussuaq

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Kangerlussuaq

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3 hours

From 2 900 DKK
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Russell Glacier | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

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Kangerlussuaq

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4 hours

From 850 DKK
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Sightseeing In Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

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Kangerlussuaq

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2 hours

From 550 DKK
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Tundra And Wildlife Tour | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

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Kangerlussuaq

Duration

1.5 hours

From 435 DKK
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Kayak on Lake Ferguson | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

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Kangerlussuaq

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5 hours

From 1 550 DKK
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1-4 people included!

Private tour to the Greenland Ice Sheet- Point 660 | Kangerlussuaq

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Kangerlussuaq

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4 hours

From 3 100 DKK
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2 departures in 2027!

Spring Tour of West Greenland | 9 days | Visiting Ilulissat, Nuuk & Sisimiut

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From Copenhagen

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9 days

From 36 600 DKK
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New tour 2027!

Winter holidays in Kangerlussuaq & Ilulissat | 7 days

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From Copenhagen

Duration

7 days

From 21 900 DKK
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2027 departures!

Arctic Circle Winter Adventure | Nuuk & Sisimiut | 8 Days

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From Copenhagen

Duration

8 days

From 28 900 DKK
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Hike To Garnet Rock | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

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Kangerlussuaq

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8 hours

From 1 095 DKK
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Russell Glacier BBQ | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

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Kangerlussuaq

Duration

6 hours

From 1 250 DKK
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Paradise Valley & Ice Cap Tour | Kangerlussuaq

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Kangerlussuaq

Duration

70 minutes

From 3 450 DKK
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Musk Ox, Reindeer & Ice Cap Tour | Kangerlussuaq

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Kangerlussuaq

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25 minutes

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Scenic Flight

Greenland Icecap & Blue Lakes | Kangerlussuaq

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Kangerlussuaq

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40 minutes

From 2 270 DKK
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Frequently asked questions

What does Kangerlussuaq mean?

If you translate from the Greenlandic language Kangerlussuaq means “The big / or the long Fjord”, as the settlement of Kangerlussuaq is located at the bottom of a 170-kilometer-long fjord (105 miles).

What to do in Kangerlussuaq?

You can visit the Ice cap at “Point 660”, see the great Russell glacier, or go on a wildlife safari all year round. In the summer, you can go hiking, camp on the Greenland ice sheet, and kayak on Lake Ferguson. In winter time (February - April) you can go dogsledding and icefishing. From September to April, you can enjoy the magical northern lights.

Is Kangerlussuaq above the Arctic Circle?

Yes, Kangerlussuaq is located approximately 50 kilometers (31 miles) above the Arctic Circle.

How do I get to Kangerlussuaq?

You can take a 4.5-hour direct flight from Copenhagen, Denmark to Kangerlussuaq all year round. If you want to fly to Kangerlussuaq from Iceland you need to make a stopover in Nuuk and change planes.

How long does it take to go from Kangerlussuaq to the ice cap?

There is a 25 km (16 miles) gravel road from Kangerlussuaq to the Greenland ice sheet. It takes approximately 1,5- 2 hours by 4WD, bus, or car to reach the ice cap.

Why is Kangerlussuaq special?

Kangerlussuaq is the only place in Greenland where you can drive to the Greenland ice sheet! It is also one of the best places to easily see Arctic wildlife: Musk ox, reindeer, arctic fox, and other wildlife like different birds. Surrounded by a gigantic backcountry, Kangerlussuaq is also a paradise for hikers with green valleys and easy- to medium-hiked mountains. Last but not least just South of Kangerlussuaq there is one of Greenland's UNESCO World Heritage cultural sites.

Can you fly from Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut, Nuuk, and Ilulissat?

Yes, Kangerlussuaq has a good connection with the biggest cities in Greenland. From here, you can fly directly to Nuuk, Ilulissat, Sisimiut, Aasiaat, and Maniitsoq. You can also fly to other places in Greenland with a stopover or change of plane in one of the cities.

Can you hike from Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut?

Yes, it is the most popular long-distance hiking trail in Greenland called the Arctic Circle Trail. It is a 160 km hike (100 miles) from Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut making it the largest stretch of ice-free land in Greenland. The hike from the ice cap to the ocean takes on average 8 days to complete.

Can you go on dogsledding from Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut?

Yes, you can go on a dogsledding tour both from Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut and vice versa. The tour takes around three days to complete depending on the weather conditions, and you will be staying in a hunter hut or tent during your trip.

Can you rent a car in Kangerlussuaq?

Unfortunately, there is no opportunity to rent a car in Kangerlussuaq. However, we have a variety of guided tours you can select from! If you are not interested in guided tours you can also rent an electrical bike locally when you are there.

Is there a bus in Kangerlussuaq?

Yes, Kangerlussuaq has a local bus, which makes its usual stops in town approximately every 30 minutes. You can buy a ticket on the bus, please note you can only pay for your ticket in cash. Exchange currency locally and ask for the current bus price when you are there.

What is the weather like in Kangerlussuaq?

Because Kangerlussuaq is located close to the ice cap, the weather is more stable compared to the coastal climate near the sea. At the same time, the weather is more extreme compared with other places in similar latitudes in Greenland. You can expect frigid winters (down to -40°C/-40°F) and quite warm summers (15°C/ 59°F) - and even more. If you go on the ice cap, the temperature is usually a few degrees lower than in Kangerlussuaq.

When is it possible to see the northern lights in Kangerlussuaq?

The best time to see the northern lights in Kangerlussuaq is from September to April

When is the best time to go dogsledding in Kangerlussuaq?

The best time to go dogsledding in Kangerlussuaq is from February to April. Depending on the amount of snow, sometimes the dogsledding season starts earlier.

Are there polar bears in Kangerlussuaq?

It is very rare to see polar bears in Kangerlussuaq. The area is not the polar bears' natural habitat, but anyhow a stray polar bear is spotted long before reaching the settlement every second to third year.

Full day adventure on Greenland Ice sheet | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

Camp on the Greenland ice sheet | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

Dog sledding expedition | Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut | West Greenland

Northern Lights Tour | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

Ice Fishing | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

Combination tour: Point 660 & Russell glacier | Kangerlussuaq

Point 660 Greenland Ice sheet tour | Kangerlussuaq

Private The Great Russell Glacier tour | Kangerlussuaq

Russell Glacier | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

Sightseeing In Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

Tundra And Wildlife Tour | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

Kayak on Lake Ferguson | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

Private tour to the Greenland Ice Sheet- Point 660 | Kangerlussuaq

Spring Tour of West Greenland | 9 days | Visiting Ilulissat, Nuuk & Sisimiut

Winter holidays in Kangerlussuaq & Ilulissat | 7 days

Arctic Circle Winter Adventure | Nuuk & Sisimiut | 8 Days

Hike To Garnet Rock | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

Russell Glacier BBQ | Kangerlussuaq | West Greenland

Paradise Valley & Ice Cap Tour | Kangerlussuaq

Musk Ox, Reindeer & Ice Cap Tour | Kangerlussuaq

Greenland Icecap & Blue Lakes | Kangerlussuaq

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