Relax in a bungalow in Ilimanaq Lodge, positioned by the water’s edge with 5 star views of floating icebergs! What’s more, you can enjoy your getaway close to Ilulissat with the good conscience that you are giving back to the community. This whole project thinks in a local element, whether you’re eating scrumptious food in the oldest building in town or being guided by a local around the area.
Photo by Gustav Thuesen
Imagine a luxurious safari style camp in the wilderness of East Greenland, right by the Ice Sheet. Not far from the remote settlement of Tiilerilaaq, this is where Natural Habitat Adventures’ guests get a unique nature experience far away from it all, yet with the modern conveniences you would not expect, such as chef -made meals and hot showers.
By Discover Greenland: The Natural Habitat Experience
If you are interested in staying in an igloo (because that’s how the Canadian Inuit used to winter), Hotel Arctic in Ilulissat offers a more comfortable, less icy version of the round living quarters.
You won’t be encaved in snow and ice, although you will sleep near the water’s edge overlooking the impressive iceberg-filled Disko Bay. You can book a two-person igloo between May and October.
Photo by Mads Pihl
The Arctic Circle Trail is a 160 kilometre long hike, ski or bike in the backcountry between Sisimiut and Kangerlussuaq.
You can choose to sleep in wild nature in your own tent, or there are huts along the way where you can find refuge, especially when there is brisk weather. The huts are available for free and can be used on a first-come-first-served basis.
Possibly Greenland’s most famous calving glacier, Eqip Sermia is a good 80 kilometres sailing trip from the town of Ilulissat. Sleep at the Glacier Lodge Eqi, situated near the glacier and 100 metres above sea level. Most lodges offer panoramic views of the glacier calving.
The solar-powered ‘Comfort lodges’ offer basics such as a bathroom and floor heating – pretty luxurious when you consider how deep in nature you actually are!
By Mads Pihl
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What better way to experience raw Greenlandic nature than tenting in Kangerlussuaq backcountry on ice? Camp Ice Cap is a unique experience where you will wake up to the view of the Greenland Ice Sheet, with nobody else around you except for your companions.
Go for a hike with crampons on ice the following day with the guidance of an experienced tour guide.
By Raven Eye Photography
Known for its comparatively green pastures, sheep farms, stone houses and Norse heritage, Igaliku is a charming village in South Greenland. By any terms remote, the community has a steady population of just under 30 residents.
You can try the slow-paced life here while exploring and hiking in these idyllic surroundings. At the end of the day, find respite in the the cosy wooden cabins of Igaliku Country Hotel.
By Mads Pihl
For those with strong sea legs and a thirst to travel ‘the original way’, you’ll probably be drawn to Sarfaq Ittuk.
The sturdy coastal ferry of Greenland is a primary mode of transportation in between the west coast communities of Qaqortoq in the south to Ilulissat in the north.
If you feel like socialising with other passengers, choose the open sleeping berth, called a couchette, or for more comfort and privacy in between whale- and ice-watching time, select the private cabin option. During the summertime, you can join a local guide for short tours in the call destinations.
By Arctic Umiaq Line A/S
Inuk Hostels is still one of Nuuk’s best-kept secrets (you can’t find much information about it on TripAdvisor)! Although the city center is only a 10 minute bus ride away, you will feel like you’ve stumbled into an untouched piece of paradise set upon raw coastline and stunning fjord views.
The cottages themselves are inspired by traditional Greenlandic turf huts, just with homely touches of sheep furs and seal skins.
By Raven Eye Photography
