Come along this ride to Kelly Ville research facility! An adventure for you who like to explore remote and mysterious destinations. You will be taken back and forth from Kangerlussuaq to Kelly ville. Kelly Ville is a small settlement, situated approximately 12 kilometres from Kangerlussuaq. The research facility is run by the International Center for Geospace studies and was constructed in 1983. The remote situation of the research facility, will wake your curiosity as you venture out of Kangerlussuaq’s dirt roads. The station was relocated twice, before settling in Kangerlussuaq. The station is used to study the upper atmosphere with its huge antenna. At Kelly Ville you might be lucky to meet one of the 5 employees with different nationalities, that are stationed there all year round, while scientists and grad students come by for short periods. It is quite interesting to see the facilities and learn about the research that is going on. The appearance of the station is also very fascinating, as it looks like research facility located on Mars with its desert surroundings. Tie your hiking boots and bring your curiosity for this Kelly Ville exploration! Check the booking availability by pressing ''Choose a date'' above.
Join this tour through the world's smallest capital, Nuuk, and get a sense of how the city evolves. You’ll be driven by car or bus with a professional guide who will tell you about the exciting history behind the colorful capital. Although the capital's inhabitants are just around 18,000, you’ll see a fascinating cross between the urban and traditional way of life. You can go to the cinema after a nice visit at the café while meeting fishermen or hunters selling the catch of the day in the market. Like the rest of the cities in the Greenlandic coast, Nuuk is located by the coast and is surrounded by breathtaking nature - mountains and the sea play together very well in the hustle and bustle of the city atmosphere. Nuuk is divided into 3 parts. Nuuk is the centre of the city, you’ll find the oldest part of the city, the colonial harbour, where Greenland's colonial period has begun. Here you will not only see the past because you’ll also find different restaurants and cafés with food from Greenlandic to European inspiration. Lots of shops selling interesting souvenirs and local design. You can also find the Cultural House, National Museum as well as the local museum here. The second part is Nuussuaq, a part of Nuuk which sprung up in the 1980s. You’ll be impressed by colourful houses and suburban life in beautiful surroundings. The third and most recent part of Nuuk is Qinngorput, which appeared at the beginning of 2000. It takes about 20 minutes to drive from Nuuk to Qinngorput. The entire city has been in rapid development and it never stops, new buildings are always springing up around the entire city. Come along and get an idea of the conditions of which the modern Inuit live in, here in the capital and hear what your guide has to say, there are a lot of hidden wonders See availability for the tour by pressing "Choose a date" for the tour and book your tour today.
Join this tour if you want to experience Greenlands most beautiful sides, of ice and breathtaking nature! Hop on board, this tour will take you to the Narsap Sermia ice fjord. En route you will also visit the small and charming abandoned village, Qoornoq. There are thousands of small and large fjords throughout the Greenlandic coast, but near the capital, you’ll find a truly unique fjord system, which is the second largest fjord system in the world. The fjord system is one of the oldest in the world, and it shows in the form of high and steep mountains. In the fjord you will find two glaciers that calve beautiful icebergs that decorate the amazing nature with their white and blue shades, you will be easily impressed by how they’re sculptured by nature itself! Depending on ice conditions, you might be lucky to see the glacier. The captain will stop the engine so you can enjoy your lunch among the beautiful icebergs while overlooking the most beautiful nature and indescribable silence! In between the many veins of the fjord system, you will be able to find abandoned villages, but there is one that is very special for Greenlanders: Qoornoq. After enjoying a nice lunch, in the Icefjord, we will make a quick stop in Qoornoq. The abandoned village is not completely abandoned yet, there is still life and beauty all year round - and even new houses are built as summer cottages. You will understand why the locals love to come here! Beautiful nature, friendly people and exciting history are to be experienced in Qoornoq. On the way back to Nuuk, the captain will sail you past a marvellous waterfall, which falls from the iconic hallmark of Nuuk: Sermitsiaq. Hop on board and check if there is enough space for pictures on your camera. Check out the booking availability by pressing "Choose a date" above.
Join us for a cosy evening of storytelling! We will be diving deep into ancient Inuit myths and legends, tasting local commodities and in the winter, keeping an eye out for the dancing northern lights. This tour is for you who would like to know more about Greenlandic culture, Inuit religion and the Inuits close relationship with nature. Outside the town sorrounded by the dark, we head towards our cozy tipi. If it's snowing, you will get to snowshoe up the little hill! In the tipi, you can get comfortable in our furry blankets and fur from Greenlandic fauna. Once you are settled in and you have wrapped yourself in soft reindeer and lamb, our storyteller will tell you ancient myths and legends. These stories have been alive since the Inuits first arrived in Greenland and have been kept alive by passing them on for generations. Greenlandic myths and legends are known for making your eyeballs roll of excitement! This is an outstanding chance to delve into the ancient Inuit culture and hear more about what life was like, before the colonisation. During the storytelling, your guide will serve the world famous Greenlandic coffee and Greenlandic commodities, such as seal, dried fish and raw whale skin. Come along and bring your fellow explorers! Check the booking availability by pressing 'Choose a date' above.
Explore several historically and culturally significant sites in the beauty of the Uuummannaq fjord. On this tour you will travel by boat and go on land at several different locations, as the captain shares his knowledge, and tells stories of the areas and their significance. You will head out from the port of Uummannaq, towards the Nuussuaq peninsula and the old settlement of Qilakitsoq where you go ashore and explore the area. Qilakitsoq is the site at which the 8, 500 year old, world famous mummies of Greenland were found, here you will travel back in time and learn about the conditions of life 500 years ago. After visiting the Qilakitsoq site, you will head onwards to the abandoned settlement of Uummannatsiaq. There you'll enjoy the included lunch sitting amongst the old abandoned houses, creating a chilling atmosphere as the captain tells stories of tragedy and prosperity in the early 1900's. When your belly is satisfied, you will start a short hike up the mountain, where the Greenlandic wildlife thrives. Arctic foxes, hares and various birds are possible sightings if you keep your eyes open. After the hike, it's time to continue by boat to the Great Island, which is well known for its rich amounts of berries, and aptly named Paarnat - "The berries" hereafter. Here you'll go and collect some juicy crowberries and the mouth-watering blueberries, which ripen in August and throughout most of September. This will also be accompanied by a good Crowberry Schnaps, a luscious alcoholic drink, that'll warm you up from your toes to your fingertips. From here it's time to head back to Uummannaq, where the voyage will take you past several spectacular waterfalls, gushing down from more than a 150 meters. There is always a chance of seeing whales, seals and various seabirds as you sail along the fjord, so look out for bursts of water vapour and small black heads curiously popping above the surface of the water. The full tour takes around 8 hours, which you'll leave with unforgettable memories, so what are you waiting for? Check the availability by pressing 'Choose a date' above.
Go on an exploration adventure by boat to the abandoned settlement of Akulliit! The settlement was founded in 1856, and was then abandoned in 1963, but the citizens of Qasigiannguit still hold the place dear in their hearts. In 2006 they even had a great party there to celebrate its 150th year anniversary even though it was abandoned long ago. The eerie atmosphere gives quite a thrill as you explore the old houses, and the guide can tell lots of ghost stories and myths to make it even more exciting to wander among the colourful former homes. On the way to the settlement there are chances of spotting all kinds of sea mammals, especially seals, which Qasigiannguit is well known for. Its name actually means the small spotted seals! There is plenty of tea and coffee to warm you up after your chilling experience of exploring this once, great settlement, so what are you waiting for? Go check the availability for this tour by clicking 'Choose a date' above.
Explore and investigate this archaeological find of an old settlement of the Saqqaq culture! You will sail to a place called Qeqertasussuk where the ruins were discovered in 1983 and later an excavation took place in 1984. The ruins of this settlement are one of the oldest finds in Greenland. The permafrost has done a great job of preserving these finds, and you can clearly see some of the tools and which ways of living were in play back then. The guide will tell you more about the find as well as the ways of the Saqqaq culture. If you're interested in archaeology or want more historical insight into the Inuit culture, then this is the tour for you! On the way there you will sail amongst icebergs and in the waters of whales, so keep a lookout! Check the availability by pressing 'Choose a date' above.
Come along this tour, discovering the hidden corners and gems of Ilulissat city! This tour is for anyone curious for what life 300 kilometers above the arctic circle is like, and how Ilulissat has come to be, by learning about its past. Ilulissat was founded in 1741, and is today Greenlands third largest town, with over 4500 inhabitants. Ilulissat was named after the many wonders of ice, floating around in the Icefjord and means iceberg. Your guide of the day will tell you the story of Ilulissat, about the Greenlandic culture and the modern life 300 kilometers above the arctic circle. While strolling through town, we will stop by the local fish market ’’brættet’’’, pass the arctic explorer Knud Rasmussen's childhood home and the old wooden Zion church. This is much more than a stroll through Ilulissat, as you will uncover the town's many secrets. Tie your hiking boots and bring a smile for this lovely Ilulissat discovery. Check the booking availability by pressing “Choose a date” above.
Step right up to join this tour to the mythical and abandoned town, Kangeq! This tour is for anyone who would like to travel back in time and explore what Greenland was like, before the industrialisation. An abandoned whaling village stands in complete silence, waiting to be explored with its ruins from ancient migrate waves and its colorful houses from the late colonial period. Kangeq has been inhabited for hundreds of years until 1972. When going ashore the colourful town, you will be met with a balming, yet haunting silence, as the houses lay abandoned. Explore the cores of the buildings, that display the modest and harsh living conditions in 1900. Walk in a 40-year silence, while exploring traces of vanished ages and Inuit settlements. Be on the lookout for humpback whales, that are famous for residing in the neighbouring seas of the abandoned village. If you are lucky, you’ll meet one of the arctic wild lives, that resides in the town! But Kangeq is not only famous for being abandoned. Neighbouring the town is the Island of Hope. The island of hope was established by the missionary Hans Egede before Egede colonized Nuuk. This tour is on our boat “Ice Force Two”. This is a small open POCA boat. The boat is specially made for the Greenlandic conditions and is a favourite among local hunters and fishermen. Tie your hiking boots and bring your camera, for this adventure exploring the ghost town Kangeq! Check the booking availability by pressing ''Choose a date'' above.
Explore the streets of Uummannaq with a local guide, who will give you an introduction to both modern and traditional life in this part of the world - 450 km. north of the Arctic circle. Meet us at the pontoon bridge in front of the hospital, where the guide will be waiting. The guide will give a brief introduction to the tour before we will be headed to the church. From the church, we will walk around the streets of Uummannaq. Uummannaq and the surrounding area has a long and rich history dating back to the first people who lived here a thousand years. In the 1700's it was a whaling town, which brought both merchants and missionaries to the town as well. We will visit some of the old colonial houses, that were used for storage by the whalers. When we have walked for a while, we will find a nice spot to rest our legs and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea along with some cookies. After the rest, we will continue with renewed energy on the last bit of the tour. Along with the historical aspect, the guide will also tell about the modern life - this is not only a walk in Uummannaq town but a walk to the heart of Greenlandic culture. We will end the tour with the guide performing traditional Greenlandic drum dance - something you have to experience! Be prepared, this might not be the last time you visit Uummannaq, because there is an old saying: When you visit Uummannaq you will lose a piece of your heart to the place and this will make you ever longing return. Check availability and book your tour by pressing 'Chose a date' above.
Join on a combined tour of two of Nuuks best and most interesting sites: the beautiful and architecturally interesting buildings of the Greenland Institute of Natural Resources and Ilimmarfik, University of Greenland. The tour will focus on the history of science in Greenland and the displayed art and architecture of the two buildings, both decorated by internationally recognized artists Aka Høegh and Anne-Birthe Hove. The tour starts at the architectually interesting building of The Greenland Institute of Natural Resources. Being a former Communications Officer at the Institute the guide, Kitte Witting, has great inside knowledge of both the science conducted and history behind the Institute and the exhibition Paasisaqarusuppunga, Science and Society. The exhibition ties the building together and inspires the visitor to explore the architectural landscape while learning about the history of science in Greenland starting with the Danish cleric and Naturalist Otto Fabricius. It displays his outstanding work as a humanist and scientist that was the basis of the world-famous Fauna Groenlandica, published 1790. It also displays the “Plankton Cloud” which creates an impressive view into the otherwise invisible microworld of the sea and the shell of the world´s biggest bivalve, that lived approximately 83 million years ago. The tour continues with a short walk to the neighbouring building Ilimmarfik that houses the University of Greenland and the National Archives, Groenlandica. Ilimmarfik was finished 10 years after the Institute, and is also decorated by Aka Høegh and Anne Birthe Hove and contains artwork of Julie Edel Hardenberg a.o. After the tour, you can buy lunch or have a coffee and cake in the canteen of Ilimmarfik, which offers a spectacular view over the fiord to the landmark of Nuuk, Sermitsiaq Mountain. The tour will take about 1.5 hours. There are plenty of possibilities to sit and rest during the tour while listening to the stories and facts of the buildings, the art and the scientific work of the Natural Institute and the University of Greenland. See availability and book your tour by clicking 'Choose a date' above and experience a whole other side of Nuuk.
Would you like to know more about how climate change has affected North Greenland? Then sail with us to the settlement of Saattut, north of Uummannaq. There you will meet and talk with a few local hunters, where the guide will ask and translate their stories, about how much has changed just in the past 2 decades. After a few conversations, you will go NorthWest towards the glaciers in Itilliarsuup Kangerlua, where you can clearly see, on the rockfaces, where the ice has retreated from. It is an endearing tour that'll awe you in its beauty and give you a deeper understanding of the Arctic life and the changes that have come upon them. 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 you will be on the trip and that you fill in the names on the passenger list.
Experience the serenity of the Ikerasak settlement, just 36 km south of Uummannaq. You will be sailing in the comfort of a Targa, with the ability to sit both inside and outside the boat. Ikerasak has a population of 234, and is a great example of a typical settlement but with great hunting and fishing opportunities. The area is well known for its halibut and catfish as well as the reindeer and musk ox that roam the backcountry of the settlement. The local school has around 30 pupils, whom in the winter time love to play ball games in the lake nearby. Several of the buildings in Ikerasak are from the 1850's, creating an atmosphere of travelling back in time. Sailing in the Uuummanaq fjord means that with a bit of luck, you can spot whales along the way! 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 you will be on the trip and that you fill in the names on the passenger list.
You will be guided around the hilly streets of Uummannaq, going by the museum, which contains artifacts from the famously discovered Qilakitsoq mummies as well as lots of other historically significant objects. Thereafter you will go to the church, and check out the well preserved, traditionally built, huts made from rock and turf. These type of homes were common up until th 50's and some were even in use until the 80's. Along the walk, your guide will tell stories about how the Inuit used to live as well as life in Greenland today. Walking amongst the colourful houses, you will eventually end up at the highest point in the city, with a great overview of the fiord, where the icebergs are gathered and the tall peaks of the Nuussuaq Peninsula mountains.
Join this full day adventure for a unique glimpse of the nature of the Uummannaq fjord system and its historical and cultural sites. The day starts off with a trip to Qilakitsoq, the place of the most significant find of the famous Qilakitsoq mummies, the guide will tell you about the discovery of these amazingly well preserved 500 year old mummies before you move on to the "Desert of Uummannaq". This place has the vibe of landing on a different planet, it is littered with billion year old rocks and life seems non-existant on this patch of pure barrennes. The colours are sure to keep you in awe. After the desert, you continue the sailing along the fjord, where whales, seals and icebergs in all kinds of shapes and sizes, will be in your surroundings. You will be sailing towards a 1 kilometer tall sheer vertical rockface, thereafter followed by a visit to the settlement of Saattut, with a population of about 229 it is a tiny community, with a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere. Here, most are fishermen and hunters, just as it was when the place was first settled upon, but modern life is creeping in and it is very interesting to see the slow mix of this traditional lifestyle with modern amenities. After Saattut, you will head back towards Uummannaq, having experienced many of the best and most interesting sites of the Uummannaq Fjord. 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 you will be on the trip and that you fill in the names on the passenger list.
Explore the incredible abandoned settlement of Qilakitsoq, where one of Greenlands most significant cultural discoveries were made! 8 well preserved 500 year old mummies were found and now famously reside in the National Museum of Greenland, in Nuuk. These mummies brought great insights to the way of life back then, especially to the clothing and tools. It is still possible to see some of the graves and ruins, however, please be aware of the cultural significance of this place and treat it with respect as you would any other cemetary and don't touch or move any relicts you might come across. To learn more about the mummies, you can visit the museum of Uummannaq. 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 you will be on the trip and that you fill in the names on the passenger list.
Go on a quick day adventure to the old settlement of Saattut situated just 23 km east of Uummannaq. The settlement has about 235 inhabitants, with its own church, school, fish factory, shop and kindergarden. Here, time stands still, you can still experience the way of life as it was more than a houndred years ago, situated just half an hours boat ride from Uummannaq. When you arrive you'll have 45 min to an hour exploring the settlement with your guide. During the tour, the guide, will serve coffee and tea, as you wander through the coziest of places. 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 you will be on the trip and that you fill in the names on the passenger list.
Let a local guide take you on a historic walk through Qeqertarsuaq. The village of Qeqertarsuaq is one of the oldest settlements in Greenland, dating back to 1773. Today there are around 1000 inhabitants. On this trip, you will learn about the local history, the guide will take you to all of the places that are worth a visit. You will hear about how daily life has changed through time. Most of the city's inhabitants still work with hunting and fishing and live a life that might be very different from what people from big cities know. The guide can tell you local stories, introduce you to the people and show you all the interesting sights. Check the availability by pressing "Choose a date" above and book your trip today.
Join this historic hike through the streets of Aasiaat town, of charming houses in different colours surrounded by breathtaking scenery. After meeting point of your own choosing, you will meet your guide for the tour. With a short introduction, you will learn about the background of this amazing town. With approximately 3115 inhabitants Aasiaat is the 5th biggest town in Greenland, and 2 small settlements adding up to 250. A town that has evolved throughout time combining traditional life with the modernized living of electronics and expansion. The name in the Greenlandic language means 'The place of spiders', why it was given that name is still not certain, but the saying is that the place was full of spiders before people inhabited the area. You set the pace on this walk through town as the many sights of scenic views of dogs chained outside the houses and the fantastic view across the fjord will leave you breathless. Many travellers come to Aasiaat in the search for the magnificent wildlife at sea, which the most commonly seen is the humpback whale. The humpback whales come to the area to feed on small fish Chaplin. Seals are also often spotted from land, a curious little creature that sneaks a peek when coming up to the water surface for air. Come on this stunning hike through Aasiaat town and explore every corner of hidden wonders. Learn about the Inuit people and see the many beautiful exhibitions in the local museum and the stunning interior of the church. See availability by pressing 'Choose a date' above and book your trip today.
Experience every aspect of Kangerlussuaq on this adventure taking place on land, sea and mountain tops. This tour is for you who would like experience the very best of Kangerlussuaq’s specialities – this is an adventure for every explorer! You will from the ocean experience Kangerlussuaq fjord, traveling further out to experience the desert like climate. This is a place sore for the eyes with the smell of the sea salt and fresh breezes. With only the noise of water splashing and birds flying above, makes this a truly amazing experience to soothe all your senses. You will be traveling out Kangerlussuaq fjord, where you will be able to see its massive magnificence. You and your fellow explorers will be continuing to Kelly Ville, a small settlement approximately 12 kilometers from the airport. Kelly Ville is also known as Sondrestrom Upper Atmospheric Research Facility. The research facility is run by the. International Center for Geospace studies and was constructed in 1983, with the American remains from the second World War. After you are done exploring Kelly Ville, the adventure will be followed with a drive to the top of Tacan Mountain, located south of Kangerlussuaq. Here you can enjoy a beautiful outlook over the landscape with a view to the saltwater lake, where the sun reflects perfectly across the water surface. Your journey continues to the Blackridge Mountain known for its many bird species nesting. After a short stop at the Blackridge we will head down to the great Lake Ferguson. The lake used to be the source for freshwater to the airbase and town but has since been damaged when the Watson River flooded over in 2012. 1900 acres’ surface area is hard to miss, and is definitely worth a visit. The tour can be combined with other destinations and can be chosen in the booking process. Join this trip back in time, all you have to do is put on your hiking boots and bring along your camera. Check out the booking availability by pressing ‘’Choose a date’’ above and book your trip today.
Join a city walk and Flower Valley hike to get the ultimate day tour with an experienced and knowledgeable guide who will answer all the question you might have. The cultural tour will start at the Arctic Dream office just across from the local Workshop Stunk, just down the hill from the hotel. We will head into the workshop where we will be greeted by smiling and friendly locals who will astonish you with their handmade crafts, and will happily answer any questions you might have, and your guide will translate. Many locals in Tasiilaq do not speak English very well, but that does not mean they aren’t eager to tell you stories of all kinds and tell you all about Greenland. The East Coast is well known for its very talented local artists in the handicraft area. The tour will continue downhill towards the small grocery store and post office, where we might be able to take a look inside, before heading to the museum. The museum has many historical treasures and a very interesting background, that you will be able to hear about. The many objects displayed in the building, are from the whole East coast. The museum was build in 1903 and was the local church until the town grew larger and therefore too small for all the locals. The walk will continue enroute to the hospital and the church. When at the church we will be able to walk up to one of the canes situated just above the church grounds, a view overlooking the town and nearby area. You will hear about the famous men who were part of the founding of Tasiilaq. Before we head into the Flower Valley, we will stop at the tourist office Skæven, which is also a souvenir shop. A cozy little house with a white picket fence out front, and beautifully decorated interior. The souvenir shop displays handicrafts from jewelry, household items to wall decorations all made by the gifted locals. The Flower Valley is situated just behind the cemetery, and as we pass the graveyeard where you will see the many white crosses neatly decorated with plastic flowers. As we follow the path leading us further in the beautiful terrain surrounded by mountains, hilltops and lakes. Our destination will be the twin waterfall, a breathtaking sight and therapeutic sound. A place that will soothe and enchant any traveler coming across this outstanding place. Enjoy the quietness and paradise-like area, before heading back to town. Join this great adventure and bring your walking sticks and hiking boots. Check the booking availability by pressing “Choose a date” above and book your trip!
Want to quickly get your bearings when you arrive in Nuuk and learn all about the city at the same time? This City Walk is one of your best introductions to Greenland's colorful capital! Starting at the Colonial Harbour in the oldest part of Nuuk, your guide will give you an overview of the National History Museum where you will find artefacts from all periods of Greenland’s history. The collection is so large and diverse, it is impossible to cover it all on this tour, so you will want to note the location of the museum for a further visit. From there, you will stroll past other buildings and statues in the old section of Nuuk, including Hans Egede’s house, the “Mother of the Sea” statue, and the beautiful Annaassisitta Oqaluffia Church. Your guide will explain their role in the history of Nuuk and Greenland before leading the way to the open-air market where freshly caught fish, seal and reindeer are sold. After exploring the catch of the day and learning a little about the importance of hunting in Greenland, you will head up into the modern center of Nuuk past Greenland’s Parliament building. This area is quite a contrast to where you started in the Colonial Harbour and your guide will take the opportunity to discuss more recent developments in Nuuk and Greenland. The tour will finish at Katuaq - the cultural centerpiece of the city. Get ready for loads of interesting stories and select your preferred date for your Nuuk City Walk above.
Come along and travel back in time and experience a place, where people have been living for the last 4.000 years. Sisimiut is Greenlands next biggest city, beautifully located between the ocean and the tall, steep mountains just north of the arctic circle. In the summer you will experience the eternal summer nights, where the sun never sets. This tour takes you to the little island Sallinnguit, which in English is called The Tele Island, as it is where the modern telecommunications installations are located. This little island has been an attractive place through thousands of years first as the settlement for different Inuit cultures as the Saqqaq culture, Dorset culture and the Thule people and today you find the shrimp-peeling factory of Royal Greenland and also historic residential houses from the early industrialized period in Greenland. Sallinnguit is no longer a separate island, it is now connected to the city with a little bridge, as ir has been a central part of the development. This tour will walk you through the area and its history. You will hear the amazing story about the Inuit way of life before the influence of the Europeans. From there you will further hear about the early days of colonization an the history up until today. You will see the ruins from different periods in time and enjoy the view over ancient hunting grounds and the town, where you see the mixture of historical and modern buildings. Tie your hiking boots and bring your walking sticks, for this hike searching for vanished ages! Check the booking availability by pressing ''Choose a date'' above.
Come along on an adventure by sea and land, exploring the ghost village of Assaqutaq! Sailing allows you out-of-town adventures and fun is always promised. This tour is for you, who are searching for vanished ages and Greenlandic culture, from inuit ruins to abandoned settlements! Assaqutaq is located approximately 10 kilometers by boat from Sisimiut, by the foot of the southern side of the beautiful Nasaasaq mountain. Assaqutaq is an abandoned settlement, that was left by the last inhabitant in the 1970s. During the 1950s to 1970 a depopulation happened in several Greenlandic settlements, as people were forced to move to the larger towns. Assaqutaq is clear sign, of the industrialization that happened in the colonial period. The settlement comes to life during the summer period, as it is used as a place for summer camps, that the local primary schools hold. Apart from the school children, the local people also enjoy the settlement in the summer, as it is a place for fishing ammassat (capelin fish), which is used as food for the many sled-dogs in Sisimiut and also enjoyed as a snack by the Greenlandic people. When you arrive at the settlement you can only imagine how it would be to live in a place like this. We will go a shore and walk through the haunting silence of the settlement. You will see the old fish factory, that used to be full of life. You will proceed through the settlement to see the place where the summer camp is held, in the charming old church. Close your eyes, and imagine what this place could have been, if it was not for the force moving of the inhabitants. Through the last couple of summers there has been great opportunities for spotting the huge and beautiful humpback whales gliding quietly through the water when sailing to and from Sisimiut, as they come very close to the shores. These huge, peaceful creatures come to the waters around Sisimiut to eat ammassat (capelin fish) in the summer. Furthermore there is also a great opportunity of spotting other marine mammals in the excursion, such as the minke and fin whales. This excursion has a bit to offer for everyone as it is a perfect mixture of hiking, sailing, nature, culture and the opportunity to spot whales. Tie your hiking boots and bring your warmest hat, for this adventure to the ghost town of Assaqutaq! Check the booking availability by pressing '' Choose a date'' above.
Come along this mesmerizing hike! Combining the arctic tundra, hiking and ancient inuit history, always make for great adventures. This is a tour for you who enjoy all arctic wonders, from the Greenland ice cap to high mountains! Your adventure starts, when you stroll through the beautiful town of Ilulissat to the headquarters of World Of Greenland. From here you will depart with your boat shuttle of the day, and venture into the savage oceans of Disko Bay. When arriving in Ilimanaq, you will meet your guide at Ilimanaq lodge. It is also possible to join the adventure from Ilimanaq! You will venture along unmarked paths and trails, that requires a good pair of hiking boots. You will be heading out into the backcountry of Ilimanaq, and chronically be surrounded by magnificent views. As you venture into the wild, wonderful and vast arctic tundra, with the mission of reaching abandoned settlements and ancient cemeteries from a time almost forgotten – you will be overwhelmed by the infinite nature of Greenland. The guide will brief you about the area and answer any further questions you might have, as the guide knows the lands, like the palm of his own hands. Explore the arctic herbs and search for vanished ages in the grounds. We might be lucky to spot Arctic Fox or Muskox. When having a little spare time you and your fellow explorers will head to a viewpoint, close to the Ilulissat Icefjord where you will be able to see impressive icebergs that have drifted ashore. On a day with clear skies, you will be able to see 65 kilometres away to a branch of the Greenland ice cap. This is a perfect location for lunch whilst glancing far and beyond the mesmerizing views. After a suitable amount of time of picture taking, you will be picked up by a boat and be transported back to Ilimanaq. It is possible to book an overnight stay at Ilimanaq lodge, follow this link: https://guidetogreenland.com/accommodation/hotels/ilimanaq-lodge/70 If Staying at Ilimanaq lodges, book boat shuttle return through the accommodation site. Tie your hiking boots and bring your walking sticks! Check the booking availability by pressing ''Choose a date'' above.
Sisimiut is the second largest city in Greenland and was founded in the 1764. For the last 250 years the city has undergone rapid development, which also is the reason why Holsteinsborg colony was created. The town is a melting pot for old and new and everything in between. With education, modern development and technology still coexist with the old ways of hunting. You will be taken through town, see where the locals sell their catch of the day and where the greenland huskies are situated, finally a visit to the local museum. You will get an entire picture of the history and development of Sisimiut. Originally, the colony was at the plateau above the harbor, but today it has grown out of the mountainsides and into the country, so there are some great vantage points where we hold photo stop. Especially this tour gives a good overview of the city and it is more fun to move around on your own afterwards. Find your inner explorer for this adventure! Check the booking availability by pressing ''Choose a date'' above.
When you are in Southern Greenland you should also visit some of the cozy settlements that are scattered around on the shores of the fjord systems. Sailing with Qaqortoq Water Taxi is a nice and easy way to get to some of the top attractions close to the city. You book the trip and Water Taxi will pick you up on one of two spots on the harbor - just like a Yellow Cab. Igaliko is a cozy farm settlement located between the fjord and the rolling green hills, where the higher snow-covered mountaintops peek over. In the summer this is a beautiful place to visit with its bright green fields covered with colorful flowers and peaceful grassing sheep. Apart from the beautiful nature and todays farm-life it is also a place packed with history. This place is where the Norsemen around year 1100 founded the Gardar Cathedral for the bishop. Today you can still see the ruins of this impressive place. Later this became home to some of Greenland's first modern agriculture, when the Norwegian farmer Anders Olsen in 1782 settled down here with his Greenlandic wife, Tuperna. From the shore it is a 45 minute walk to the settlement, but in these beautiful surroundings that is easily done.
