Short hiking tour in Nuuk | Backcountry of Nuuk

Tour Type
Day Tour
Available
May - September
Duration
5 hours
Difficulty
Moderate
Start town
Nuuk
Description
Included
Useful information
Terms of service

Tie your hiking boots and join this short backcountry hike, en route we will pass a small waterfall and find amazing views over the Nuuk fjord.

This hike starts from the outskirts of the new part of town, called Qinngorput, which actually translates to “our edge”. From here we’ll start hiking up to Cirkus lake, follow along its edge and then through the beautiful fells all the way to Paradise Valley and then back towards town.

Within the first hour, or so, we will reach a small waterfall where it will be possible to fill your water bottles with some of the cleanest water in the world. During the walk, your guide will tell you a little about the geology, wildlife and the different types of flora we’ll see along the way.

We’ll have the mountain of Ukkusissat on our right side most of the way. Ukkusissat actually means “soapstones” as the mountain has lots of it. Here, local artist hike around looking for small pieces they can bring home and create art of.

If we’re in the right season we might be able to pick some berries, as the area has both crowberries and Arctic blueberries.

Towards the end of the hike, we’ll have a great view of Sermitsiaq and the vast waters of the Nuuk Fjord. We will make our way down to paradise valley, a popular place for camping and in the winter for cross-country skiing, before we finally reach the new prison building. The prison is an architectural work of art, here we will reach tarmac and drive back to the city.

Ready for nature's very own art exhibition of spectacular fjord views and mountains landscapes? Then go ahead, and book your spot on the tour by selecting your date of departure and clicking​ Book Now​.
 

Activities

Hiking

Attractions

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390 USD