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Arctic Umiaq Line: Discover Greenland from the sea

The coastal ship Sarfaq Ittuk sails from southern Greenland up along Greenland’s west coast to Disko Bay.

Greenland Travel: Summer impressions in Greenland

Greenland’s most popular sites: the Greenland Ice Sheet at Kangerlussuaq, the capital of Nuuk and, the world-famous Ilulissat Ice Fjord.

Greenland Travel: Northern Lights on the Starboard Side

Our super popular round trip to 3 towns combined with northern lights sightings. Sail along the dramatic coastline and watch the northern lights.

Nomad Greenland: 6 Days of Solitude in the Heart of Kiattua Valley

This camp offers a retreat into pristine wilderness, dramatic mountain landscapes, midnight sun and unparalleled tranquility.

Nomad Greenland: 7-Day Epic Exploration: The Very Best of Greenland

Dual retreat: Saqqaq—Arctic serenity, icebergs, Northern Lights. Kiattua—pristine wilderness, mountains, tranquility.

Nomad Greenland: Nuuk & Kiattua: 6 Days of Serene Wilderness

Retreat to pure wilderness, rugged mountains, the midnight sun, and unmatched serenity at this enchanting campsite.

Nomad Greenland: Discover the Arctic: 10-Day Roundtrip Expedition

This journey showcases the country's unparalleled beauty, rich culture, and breathtaking landscapes in a single, unforgettable experience.

Greenland Tours: Along the West

9 days from Nuuk to Disko Bay incl. 3 days on board the coastal ferry Sarfaq Ittuk

Greenland Tours: Great Greenland Voyage

13 days from South Greenland to Disko Bay incl. 5 days on board the coastal ferry Sarfaq Ittuk.

Topas Travel: Autumn and Northern Lights in Greenland

Discover Greenland’s magic: witness the Northern Lights, enjoy a scenic flight from Nuuk to Ilulissat, and stay at Hotel Icefiord. Explore a UNESCO site by land or sea and savor fine dining in Ilulissat.

Greenland Tours: Nuuk Discovery

5 day city trip to Greenland's capital Nuuk and its backland

Greenland Tours: From New York to Icebergs

9 day Greenland trip from New York to Disko Bay and Greenland's capital Nuuk incl. flights from New York

About Greenland

Qilakitsoq Mummies show life and death

The world-famous 500-year-old mummies from Qilakitsoq were found in a cave in 1972 by a couple of brothers who were out hunting for grouse.
Walrus scull art in Nuuk Art Museum. Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson

Nuuk Art Museum

Nuuk Art Museum was created by Svend Junge and his wife, and was given to the town of Nuuk. It consists of ca. 300 paintings in homely surroundings.
House in Sisimiut. By Visit Greenland

Dwellings of the Inuit culture

Find out how the hunter's life in unit culture affected their houses, dwellings and architecture as can be experienced in Greenland.
Flag bearers at the National Day Parade in Nuuk in Greenland on June 21, by Mads Pihl

National Day of Greenland

Join the The National Day festival on 21st June, it is the most celebrated summer festival and the country celebrates and entertains.
Christian and Frederik Elsner - the core of the Greenlandic band Nanook, performing in Frederik's living room in Nuuk. Photo by Mads Pihl - Visit Greenland

Music in Greenland

The musical history of Greenland begins long before anyone can remember - long before anyone wrote anything down in the Arctic regions, and at a time of which archeology and legends are our only source of knowledge.
Houses in Radiofjeldet & Tuapannguit. Photo - Rebecca Gustafsson, Visit Greenland

Architecture in Greenland

When you arrive in Greenland, you quickly realize that Greenlandic architecture is very distinct, with its many colored houses placed on sloping hillsides. The big apartment blocks may have scared you off a little, and sometimes you stumble upon amazingly beautiful buildings, including some of the churches of Greenland.
The Russell Glacier near Kangerlussuaq in Greenland calving in late summer, by Mads Pihl

Dangerous tsunamis in Greenland

Most rock formations in Greenland are stable, but in some places the rocks are more porous, which can lead to large or small landslides.

Destinations

Sunset In Kapisillit. Photo - Aningaaq R. Carlsen, Visit Greenland

Kapisillit

As the only place in the country where you can go river fishing for salmon, in Kapisillit you can easily lose yourself for a few days soaking in the views of the wide bay and nearby mountains.

Things To Do

A group of skiers climbing a mountain near Kulusuk on a ski touring trip in East Greenland

Ski Touring

Ski touring in Greenland is an active backcountry experience dominated by silence, grandeur, and first runs from peak to beach.
Skiing among remote peaks in East Greenland near Kulusuk

Heliskiing

Greenland is the spiritual home of heliskiing. Mountain upon mountain offers first descents in a landscape where glaciers often flow straight from the ice cap to the coast.
Two Air Zafari planes heading towards the Greenland Ice Sheet near Kangerlussuaq Airport

Flightseeing

Experiencing Greenland from the air provides a new perspective of the enormous size of the country, and the conditions for life in the Arctic.
A collection of reindeer antlers outside a house in Qeqertarsuatsiaat south of Nuuk in Greenland. By Mads Pihl

Trophy Hunting

Greenland is the place where even the most seasoned trophy hunters will experience a challenge to their hunting instinct and ingenuity.
The Greenland passenger ferry in the sunset near Ilulissat ice fjord. By Mads Pihl

Coastal ferry in Greenland

Meet locals and watch the Greenland coastline change from green hills to steep granite peaks on board Sarfaq Ittuk, the only coastal ferry in Greenland.
Mountain biking in the Narsarsuaq backcountry. Photo by Mads Pihl.

Biking

Paved roads are not always necessary to embrace the freedom and flexibility that a bicycle can offer - why not take on Greenland’s backcountry with a good quality mountain bike, or even conquer snow and sea ice on a fatbike!

Glaciers

Greenland’s coastline is absolutely riddled with fjords and inlets, through which the magnificent ice sheet seeps out into the surrounding oceans.
Sarfaq Ittuk arriving in Ilulissat in Greenland. By Mads Pihl

Sarfaq Ittuk ferry: All you need to know

Sarfaq Ittuk (Arctic Umiaq Line), is a passenger ship travelling along Greenland’s west coast. Here you can find everything you need to know about the ferry
Two SUP with Sisimiut in the back. Photo - Aningaaq R. Carlsen, Visit Greenland

Stand Up Paddle boarding

When thinking of the cold and sometimes challenging weather conditions in Greenland, Stand Up Paddleboarding in Arctic waters may seem like an unexpected challenge - but it is totally possible!
An arctic charr caught in Narsaq in South Greenland. Photo by Mads Pihl -

Your Guide to Fly Fishing in Greenland

Fly fishing in Greenland is a short but exciting season. Avid fly fisherman Michael Rosing shares some of his in-depth knowledge about fly fishing in Greenland.
Gyrfalcon -EN, Kissaviarsuk -KAL, Jagtfalk -DA, Falco rusticolus -LAT. Photo by Carsten Egevang - Visit Greenland

Birdwatching

Regardless of what level of bird watching you are at, knowledge of bird species gives an extra dimension to the overall nature experience!

Articles

A group of snowboarders from Nuuk having fun in the sun while waiting for the Arctic Winter Games in Greenland

Snowboarding in Nuuk

Greenland’s capital Nuuk is big enough to sport a large street culture scene which adds depth and dimension to everyday life.
It's snowing in Nuuk. Photo by Jessie Brinks Evans

What it’s like to visit Nuuk

Nuuk is this tiny Arctic capital where you’ll find age old tradition living amongst World-class modernity. Visit Nuuk and see for yourself.
A winter night view from Qinngorput towards Nuuk in Greenland. By Mads Pihl

Christmas Spirit in Nuuk

Spend the holidays in a town that really knows how to do Christmas and New Year’s Eve
Mask dance, A Music Festival in the Fjord. Photo by Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen.

Qooqqut Music Festival in the Fjord

A story about a weekend getaway to the Qooqqut Music Festival.
The deckhand Line fishing on a tour with Arctic Boat Charter in the Nuuk fjord in Greenland. Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson

What's in my bag - the Greenland edition

Check out the everyday essentials of the hip, powerful and avant-garde in Greenland. This #whatsinmybag - Greenland edition!
The Suloraq towers in Nuuk's suburb Qinngorput nestled below the mountain Ukkusissaq in Greenland

‘On an ‘illoqarfik break’ in Greenland

Greenland consists of five vastly different regions, each with its own main town and it makes good sense to spend at least a couple or four days in the town - an 'illoqarfik' in Greenlandic.
The old church in Nuuk on a sunny National Day in Greenland, June 21 - 2015. Photo by Mads Pihl - Visit Greenland

Nuuk Hot List

5 local suggestions for what to do when you get a free minute in the Arctic metropolis
Tourist taking a photo of Marc Carreras in back-country Nuuk in Greenland. By Rebecca Gustafsson

6 Instagram shots you must get in Nuuk

Like a social media scavenger hunt, these photo suggestions will take you running all around the capital
Photo by Lauren Breedlove

Take me to my happy place

Lauren Breedlove tries cabin life during high summer in Nuuk Fjord
Erik Palo Jacobsen, Arctic Boat Charter. Photo by Jonathan Pozniak

Q&A with a Greenlandic sea captain

Captain Erik Palo Jacobsen is a former Merchant Marine from Sisimiut, who has sailed around the world only to realize that his home in Nuuk is where the heart is.
Tele-Post's radome screen with the mountains and sea in the background, in Nuuk. Photo by Filip Gielda

The extreme lengths Greenland goes for internet

A tale of working on remote mountains and being snowed in for days. On being lost to the world - all for the love of staying connected.
Boat sailing on a late autumn day in the Nuuk fjord in Greenland. Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson

Winter Sailing

In warmth and good company, cruise through mountainous landscapes covered with snow from peak to sea.
The opening. Photo by Serena Ho

Nuuk Nordisk Kulturfestival 2017: A Glimpse Into Nordic Musical Collaboration

Music: you might not expect to find it in Greenland, but it’s there. It’s frozen in thousand-year-old glaciers, submerged in the icy water and crystallised in the undulating beauty of the Aurora Borealis dancing through the fabric of the starry night sky.
Enthusiastic hiker having fun near the Greenland Ice Sheet along the Arctic Circle. By Raven Eye Photography

4 Inspiring Hiking Travel Journals

Read other hikers’ experiences and hind-sight tips from various tried-and-true hiking routes in Greenland
Kalaaliaraq Food. Photo by Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen.

Foodie revolution in Nuuk

You don’t have to understand Greenlandic to experience new Greenlandic gastronomy. Luckily, our senses are universal.
Metamorphic rocks on islands in the maniitsoq area. Photo by Anna Vass

Geotourism: Get up close and personal with Greenland

New, local geotourism experiences allow you to experience Greenland’s geology for yourself.
Midnight sun over Sermitsiaq mountain in Nuuk. Photo by By Vagn Hansen, Visit Greenland

5 Top Tips for Photographing the Midnight Sun

Don’t miss out on this expert advice from local photographer Vagn Hansen. Here he shares his top tips for getting the best shot of the midnight sun.
Female tourist looking at phone in Inneruulalik South Greenland by Photo by Peter Lindstrøm, Visit GreenlandPeter Lindstrøm, Visit Greenland

5 places in Greenland you won’t want to share

These five locations will make an offline traveller out of you, as they are simply too good to share.
Photo by Elia Locardi - Visit Greenland

Colourful Nuuk: The city break with a difference

Here are our 7 reasons that Nuuk is a city break with a difference
Nuuk Nordic Festival. Photo by Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen, Visit Greenland.

Nuuk Nordisk Kulturfestival (New name: Suialaa Arts Festival): Nordic Ambitions and Arctic Atmosphere

You don’t have to be an art connoisseur to enjoy the biggest culture festival in Greenland that takes place every two years in the capital. Nuuk Nordic Culture Festival always offers heart warm hospitality and an extravaganza of experiences for all visitors.
The old part of Nuuk in Greenland on a cold winter day in December. Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson.jpg

5 reasons why Nuuk is the best kept secret Christmas getaway

Spend December in the snow-covered capital of Greenland where Christmas warmth is guaranteed in the winter darkness.
The Family In Their National Clothing. Photo by Aningaaq R Carlsen - Visit Greenland

Symbols you'll see on Greenland's National Day

Today, on June 21st, we invite you to join us in celebrating Greenland’s National Day - wherever you are in the world.

Nuuk: Winter VS Summer

We launch a beautiful series of contrasting still photos from the Nation’s capital, taken both in summer and winter - try sliding between two equally gorgeous experiences.
Disko Bay Steam in Ilulissat Ice Fjord. Photo - David Trood, Visit Greenland

Greenland vs Iceland: The Arctic Travel Battle

10 basic differences between Greenland and Iceland you should know before booking your vacation.
Feel free by the giants. by Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen - Visit Greenland

Things to See & Do in Greenland by Month

Greenland’s on your bucket list for the new year - or perhaps even the year after - but when is the best time to visit Greenland and what are useful things to know before going? What are things to do in Greenland in winter as opposed to summer?
Hans Egede Statue in Nuuk. Photo - Aningaaq R. Carlsen, Visit Greenland

300 years: Hans Egede's Mission and Legacy in Greenland

For better or worse, depending on who you ask, Hans Egede is one of the most influential people in Greenland’s history. Three hundred years ago, he arrived on our shores.

A magical bedtime story from Greenland

‘The Children and the Whale’ published by Little Gestalten, award-winning illustrator Daniel Frost takes you on a magical journey around the Arctic Circle in Greenland. The ideal bedtime story and children’s book about Greenland for adventure-seeking explorers!
Steep Ice Wall Disko Bay. Photo - Benjamin Hardman, Visit Greenland

Greenland's glaciers under a changing climate

Approximately 80% of Greenland is covered in ice, largely made up of Greenland's vast ice sheet which stretches from the island's interior to the coastline. Whilst the ice in the interior can be as thick as 3200 metres, the ice sheet extremities can form breath-taking outlets and glaciers.
Locals and tourists toasting at a christmas dinner in Nuuk in Greenland. Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson

Happy Advent Sunday

On the first Advent Sunday, the orange Christmas stars are lit up on every single window while green northern lights dance in the sky. One of the cosiest times of the year in Greenland begins.
Evening Light View in Uummannaq - Photo- Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen - Visit Greenland

The light in the darkness

What does the darkest time of year look like in Greenland? The 21st of December is the Winter Solstice in Greenland - the shortest day of the year. 
Walk on path along coastline of Nuuk. Photo - Peter Lindstrom, Visit Greenland

Greenland's modern path to independence

Many people ask if Greenland is considered a country. Others question, Why does Denmark own Greenland? Read on to get a snapshot of Greenland’s political status and the historical background of Greenland’s road to independence.
Ruined vehicle with the landscape of Ikkatteq in East Greenland, where the Americans once had a military base. Photo by Reinhard Pantke - Visit Greenland

13 ghost towns in Greenland

There are many abandoned places in Greenland, and there are, obviously, several reasons for the abandonment: The hunting grounds moved, The natural minerals were used up, Forced displacement for military purposes, The need for a workforce elsewhere.
Restaurant Nasaasaaq 2. Photo by Hotel Sisimiut

Top 9 gastronomical experiences in Greenland

Here is a Top 9 gastronomical experiences in Greenland that involves fresh Greenlandic produce and/or traditional Greenlandic food.
Aurora Cabins 3. Photo by Hotel Arctic

15 Unique places you can overnight in Greenland

Discover Greenland's Diverse Range of Unique Overnight Options: Glass Igloos, Beachfront Stays, Snow Igloos, and Glacier-View Huts.

Local Providers

Hotel Søma

At Hotel SØMA your arctic adventure begins right after stepping out of the door.
Hotel Hans Egede in Nuuk. Photo by HHE

Hotel Hans Egede - HHE

Hotel Hans Egede: Elegance in Nuuk's Heart. Top-tier conferences, curated experiences, and exquisite dining await.

Hotel Paamiut & Cafe Tamu Paamiut

Hotel Paamiut and Cafe Tamu Paamiut has historic charm, cozy atmosphere, and Greenlandic cuisine. Join us in Paamiut for a taste of history.
The Green Cabin from outside. Photo by Camp Itivi

Camp Itivi

Located near the inland ice at the Nuuk Fjord. This spot is protected offering a clear view of the fjord and its drifting icebergs.
HHE Express. Photo by Per Lange

HHE Express

Your Affordable Adventure Hub in the Heart of Greenland's Capital, Offering Comfortable Lodgings and Easy Access to Attractions.
Nuuk Hotel Apartments by HHE - outside

Nuuk Hotel Apartments by HHE

15 modern one bed room apartments. Fully equipped. Bed linen and towels e.g. Laundry machine. Free wifi included.
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Nomad Greenland

Exclusive Journeys into the Arctic Wilderness. Begin a soulful odyssey with Nomad Greenland, where each expedition is more than just a trip.
Visitor of Nuuk Art Museum reading about the book Kimik in Nuuk, Greenland. By Rebecca Gustafsson

Nuuk Art Museum

Located in the heart of Nuuk, the museum has over 1,200 artworks by local and international artists. The museum shop has local products.
Nuuk Lokal Museum 2023. Photo by Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen 6

Nuuk Local Museum

The permanent exhibitions focus on conveying the time from the 1950s onwards, a time when Nuuk really became the capital of Greenland.
Nuuk Events cover photo

Nuuk Events

We are an exhilarating adventure company based in Nuuk, specializing in providing thrilling paintball and laser tag.
Sunset In Kapisillit. Photo - Aningaaq R. Carlsen, Visit Greenland

Sumut Greenland

Explore Greenland's beauty with expert guides on our Targa 32 boat. From Northern Lights to Whale Safaris, we create unforgettable moments.
Interior. Photo by Dooit Design

Dooit Design

Dooit Design showcases one-of-a-kind glass art inspired by Greenland's nature and culture. Discover unique creations influenced by adventure.
Glaciem House. Photo by Mats Bjerde

Glaciem House

Glaciem House was founded in 2017, and strive to provide fun and entertaining dissemination of Greenland's culture and history.

Nuuk Inn Wellness

We are cozy hotel apartments with all you need in Greenland’s capital Nuuk.
A skier at Apussuit Glacier ski camp near Maniitsoq in Greenland. Photo by Mads Pihl - Visit Greenland

Greenland Extreme

A highly specialised adventure Greenlandic travel tour provider with a wide range of backcountry experiences.
ABC Dish and Fish 3. Photo by Peter Lindstrom Rasmussen - Visit Greenland

Arctic Boat Charter

Charter boat trips with Arctic Boat Charter in Nuuk is synonymous with safe, comfortable, and high-speed boat trips along Greenland’s coasts.
Couple & View over Nuuk fjord. Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson - Visit Greenland

Inuk Hostels

Located a stone’s throw from the sea with a magnificent view of the Nuuk fjord, and within a reasonable walking distance to downtown Nuuk.
Front view of the Vandrehus. Photo by Vandrehuset

Vandrehuset

Located in the heart of Nuuk, Vandrehuset offers comfortable accommodation in four houses, each with free internet access.
Hytten Amaroq from outside. Photo by Asimut Tours and Camp, Visit Greenland

Asimut Tours & Camp

We offer a wealth of experiences in Nuuk. Boat trips, hiking trips, fishing and hunting all feature on the agenda.
Qoornoq in Nuuk fjord. - Photo by Enrico Pescantini - Visit Greenland

Kang Tourism

We are a local tourism company with years of experience in sailing. You can sail to the Nuuk fjord, Qooqqut and Qoornoq with us!
View of huts at the ski center in Summer. Photo by Kangerluarsunnguaq Ski Center

Kang Ski Center

We are just a 20-minute boat ride from the city, is the perfect place to experience our backcountry through hiking or ski touring.
Camp Kangiusaq. Photo by Nuuk Water Taxi

Camp Kangiusaq

A glamping site deep in the Nuuk fiord, with 15 luxury tents, each with a double bed, and excellent views and hiking opportunities.
Split board rider in Nuuk backcountry. Photo by Norris Niman - Visit Greenland Nuuk Winter

Two Ravens

For us, guiding in the beautiful and vast wilderness of backcountry of Nuuk is not a job – it’s a lifestyle.
View from the top of the boat of passengers looking over icebergs and mountains. Photo by Qajaq Seaway

Qajaq Seaway

We offer sailing trips and boat charters – and we would be happy to assist in planning your sailing events.
Tupilak Travel Office, Nuuk. Photo - Peter Lindstrom , Visit Greenland

Tupilak Travel

We offer tours to Nuuk, the capital of Nuuk. The journey can be combined with overnight accommodation and excursions.
Seating arrangment at A Hereford Beefstouw with paintings from artist Peter Carlsen exhibited. Photo by A Hereford Beefstouw

A Hereford Beefstouw

We are located on the 5th floor of Hotel Hans Egede and offers one of the city’s most beautiful views.
Taking Photos of Sunrise in Nuuk. Photo - Rebecca Gustafsson, Visit Greenland

Greenland Escape

If you are looking for the unique experience, that most other people only dream of, you have come to the right place.
Northern lights. THE SCENERY OF THE NIGHT. Photo by Mads Pihl

Greenland Travel

Welcome to the largest travel agency specialized in Greenland. Our customers come from all over the world.
Hans Henrik Suersaq, Klaus Geisler, Kristian Mølgaard and Miki Jacobsen in Angutivik from The National Theatre of Greenland laughing. Photo by Gerth Lyberth, Visit Greenland

The National Theatre of Greenland

The theatre, an independent public institution, produces high-quality performing arts inspired by Greenlandic culture and traditions.
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National Museum of Greenland

The museum is located in Nuuk and has exhibitions that cover all of Greenland’s history during 4,500 years.
Settlement Kapisillit. Photo - Aningaaq R. Carlsen, Visit Greenland

Malik Marine Tours

We offer sustainable tours and transportation solutions that combine authentic experiences with eco-friendly practices.
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Hotel Nordbo & Nordbo i Centrum

Nuuk's cosiest and most modern hotel apartments. Here you can live in homely conditions at a reasonable price.
Couple having Greenlandic specialties in Sarfalik in Nuuk, with Ukkusissat in the background. Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson

Sarfalik Winebar & Brasserie

Our brasserie, inspired by French and Italian cuisines, highlights the best seasonal produce from our local suppliers.
Hotel Ivaana Exterior in Paamiut. Photo - Aningaaq R. Carlsen, Visit Greenland

Hotel Ivaana

The hotel has 13 rooms on two floors, all with TV and Wi-Fi. A communal kitchen is available for guests to prepare their own meals.
Sydbo Hotel Apartment

Sydbo

At Sydbo apartment, you'll enjoy spacious 64-square-meter apartments equipped with all the comforts of home.
whalesafari. Photo by Inesa & Nuuk Water Taxi

Nuuk Water Taxi

We specialize in group tours by boat, as well as kayaking and stand up paddle boarding to offer unique experiences.
Woman sewing flower patterns onto kamik - a part of the Greenlandic national costume. Photo by Kittat Economusee

Kittat Economusée

A Greenland Traditional Costume Maker located in the old colonial harbour area in Nuuk.

Rent a Boat Greenland

Rent a cabin, rent a boat. Be free to explore the stunning beauty of Nuuk and Maaluto in Greenland yourself!
Qussuk River 2. Photo by Raw Arctic

Raw Arctic

We are the leading fly fishing operator in Nuuk, Greenland, offering exclusive access to remote Arctic rivers.

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Two hikers overlooking Nuuk in the midnight sun from the peak of Ukkusissaq Store Malene in Greenland. By Mads Pihl

Capital Region

Greenland’s capital, Nuuk, is an Arctic metropolis with a small town feel, shaped by nature and known for its cultural diversity.
Arctic Incoming by Hotel Sisimiut

In the spotlight: Hotel Sisimiut

Thinking about getting married? Then Sisimiut is amazing. Hotel Sisimut offers customized and adventurous marriage ceremonies.
Hero image. Photo by Sam Crimminmage

In the spotlight: Quark Expeditions

When you embrace the authentic adventure of expedition travel to Greenland, you can experience the wildlife, the landscape, the past and the present—all in one trip.
Hiker looking at the mountains during sunset near river, Near Camp In Tasiilaq Fjord. By Chris Brinlee Jr
The cruise ship Sevens Seas Voyager passes underneath the mountain Qilertiki in South Greenland near Aappilattoq and Prince Christian Sound. Photo by Mads Pihl - Visit Greenland

Cruise Destinations

Cruise Destinations in Greenland - Find your destination's region and read more about the different regions, towns and settlements here.
The abandoned settlement of Qoornoq on a late autumn day near Nuuk in Greenland. Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson

Cruise Destinations: West Greenland

Peppered with vibrant communities and the country’s capital, Western Greenland is a journey through landscapes rich in cultural history and natural beauty, and it is the region visited by most cruise travelers in Greenland.
Group photo of tourists on a boat in the Icefjord in Nuuk in Greenland. Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson.
Eagle. Photo by Peter Lindstrom - Visit Greenland

Wildlife in Greenland

Despite the dominance of the inland ice Sheet, Greenland’s wildlife has a much larger domain than we humans have access to.
Two humpback whales diving outside Nuuk in Greenland. Photo by Camilla Hylleberg - Visit Greenland

Wildlife in Greenland: Whales

In the sea around Greenland, there are as many as 16 species of whales – from the smaller narwhal, beluga and porpoise to the gigantic baleen whales, blue whales, fin whales and humpback whales.
Mountain Night View. Photo by Matthew Littlewood - Visit Greenland

Dive deeper into our world!

We will go through a number of risky moments that you, as a guest in Greenland, should be particularly aware of, in order that you can have a safe and secure trip.
Romantic Moment in Sarfalik, Nuuk. Photo - Rebecca Gustafsson , Visit Greenland

Christmas stories from Greenland that will make you warmer

Despite COVID-19 restrictions, we wish you a cosy Christmas with your loved ones. Here we invite you to discover how we celebrate a white Christmas under the northern lights in Greenland.
Aerial view of pack ice drifting. Photo - Erick Lee, Visit Greenland

Frozen Gold

Frozen Gold is The Weather Channel's reality series that premiered on the 14th of November in 2021. Every week, for 12 episodes, six gold hunters look for the chance of untouched gold in different places in Greenland where is experiencing having exposed land by melting ice sheets from climate change.
Ilulissat View From The Back. - Photo- Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen - Visit Greenland

When Borgen goes to Greenland

You might have guessed it already, but the rumours are true – a good icy chunk of the latest season of Borgen will be featured in Greenland! So couchsurfers who’ve always dreamed of going to the Arctic, get the popcorn ready!
Mountain Bikers Descending. Photo by Ben Haggar - Visit Greenland
Arctic poppies on a hill in Qaqortoq. Photo - Aningaaq R. Carlsen, Visit Greenland

Greenland's Flora

Greenland’s flora ranges widely – from lush thickets and beautiful flower meadows to sparse vegetation on rocks and steppes.

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