Kangaatsiaq

Whether on the water or on land, keep an eye out for the abundant wildlife that occupies the area. Reindeer, Arctic fox, Arctic hare, and many different species of birds can be found in the hinterland that stretches away from Kangaatsiaq. While the waterways that wind their way through the broken coastline are filled with a wide range of seals and whales, including the joyous humpbacks during the summer.

Winter is the time for dog sledding in Kangaatsiaq, as is evidenced by the sleds stacked around the town and the many howling dogs. Hunters can provide a brief introduction to this ancient form of transportation in a short tour of a few hours, or can arrange multi-day excursions that allow you to fully appreciate the life of a Greenlandic hunter and the strong bond that exists between him and his dogs. These overnight trips into the wilderness also provide the best views of the colourful Northern Lights, though they can also be seen from the middle of Kangaatsiaq itself due to its small size.