#Disko Bay

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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: Unique Round Tour of Disko Bay

Experience the Midnight Sun and visit Disko Island's dramatic landscapes. Stay at Glacier Lodge Eqi, explore Qasigiannguit, spot whales in Disko Bay, and enjoy breathtaking walks to Sermermiut and the Ilulissat Icefjord.

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

Greenland Tours: Ice Kingdom

8 days exploring Disko Bay incl. Eqi Glacier Lodge and visit to the ice cap

Nomad Greenland: 4-Day Inuit Cultural Richness in Disko Bay

Journey through Greenland’s ice fjords, Arctic landscapes, and unique culture while enjoying unmatched luxury and comfort.

Nomad Greenland: 4-Day Midsummer in Kiattua's Arctic Wilderness

Experience Greenland’s midsummer magic with lush wilderness, soothing hot tub, dramatic landscapes, and ultimate tranquility at Kiattua.

Nomad Greenland: 5-Day Adventure Under the Midnight Sun in Kiattua

Experience Greenland's midnight sun with stunning fjords, pristine wilderness, and a one-of-a-kind luxury retreat.

Nomad Greenland: 8-Day Arctic Foraging and Aurora in Greenland

Experience Arctic foraging, breathtaking landscapes, and the Aurora as you journey between serene Saqqaq and luxurious Kiattua.

About Greenland

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

Iceberg Just Outside Aasiaat. Photo - Filip Gielda, Visit Greenland

Aasiaat

The land of a thousand islands gives nature lovers many ways to discover the southern boundary of Disko Bay.
Qeqertarsuaq Houses and clouds. Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen - Visit Greenland

Qeqertarsuaq

Qeqertarsuaq stands alone on the great Disko Island far off Greenland’s west coast, and the Lyngmark Glacier that towers above the town. The natural environment around Qeqertarsuaq is so fertile with angelica and diverse species that it is literally like no other place in North Greenland.
Colourful houses in Qasigiannguit in North Greenland. Photo by Mads Pihl - Visit Greenland

Qasigiannguit

In Qasigiannguit - Greenland’s forgotten paradise the original way of life is still very much alive and nature is at the front doorstep.
View from a Hill onto Ilulissat and the frozen fjord. Photo - Lisa M. Burns, Visit Greenland

Ilulissat

Nature, dog sledding, and cultural exploration await you in this iceberg paradise. Explore Ilulissat and its UNESCO protected Icefjord.
Aerial view of Kangaatsiaq on a winter day. Photo by Freddy Christensen

Kangaatsiaq

Have an authentic experience in this unspoilt town close to a 150 km fjord where there is ample opportunity to discover Kangaatsiaq’s wildlife.

Things To Do

Dogsledding in Kangerlussuaq. Photo by Anders Beier - Visit Greenland

Dog sledding

Arctic temperatures and several meters of snow are no match for the natural impressions and cultural twist that will warm your soul while dog sledding in Greenland.
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 tour boat in fron of an iceberg wall in the Ilulissat Icefjord in Greenland

Ilulissat Icefjord

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Greenland's icebergs at Ilulissat Icefjord. Witness thousands from air, water, or land. A must-see!"
Two Hikers enjoying the Midnight Sun in Greenland

The midnight sun

Turn your sights northward to the Arctic Circle in Greenland to find relaxation and new energy in the land of the midnight sun.
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.

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
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

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.
Tips for visiting Greenland with kids. Photo by Jurga Rubinovaite

9 Top Tips for Visiting Greenland with Kids

Are you considering a family trip to Greenland, but are not sure what to expect? Wondering if it’s easy to travel in Greenland with kids? Or maybe you are looking for ideas on what to see and do when visiting Greenland with children? Read on!
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?
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. 
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.
Two snowmobilers on pause in Sisimiut. Photo by Kim Insuk - Visit Greenland

Fulfil your winter wishes in April in Greenland

Come and visit Sisimiut in April and enjoy dogsledding, Arctic Sounds, and Arctic Spa that you have been longing for.
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

Diskobay Tours - Slædetur 1 - Foto Tina Norup

Diskobay Tours

At our core, we take pride in offering authentic experiences led by our community’s finest – our local guides.

Inuit Café

Inuit Café offers European and Asian cuisine, as well as a selection of tasty homemade dishes, inspired by local ingredients

Hotel Søma

At Hotel SØMA your arctic adventure begins right after stepping out of the door.
Almost Home inside hotel. Photo by Almost Home

Almost Home

Are you on a business trip or vacation? Almost Home, is your home in Qasigiannguit, far from home.
Terrasse. Photo by Mikami Hostel

Mikami Hostel

Visit Qasigiannguit and stay in Mikami Hostel, we have now 4 houses with great and beautiful landscape to different hikes.
Dog Sledding. Photo by Disko Adventures

Disko Adventures

Local tour operator based in Qeqertarsuaq, dog sledding, snowmobiling, guided hiking tours, Meet the Greenlandic sled dog and more.
Hotel Disko Island entrance. Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen - Visit Greenland

Hotel Disko Island

You will find Hotel Disko Island in the centre of Qeqertarsuaq overlooking the lively harbour and the beautiful Lyngmark Mountain.
Photo by Hotel Nattoralik bed & breakfast

Hotel Nattoralik B&B & Restaurant Nanoq

Nattoralik Bed and Breakfast in Aasiaat is centrally located with good views all year round of the archipelago, harbour, and town.
Aasiaat Museum. Photo - Aningaaq R. Carlsen, Visit Greenland

Aasiaat Museum

The museum specialises in the cultural history of Aasiaat which is disseminated through a number of permanent exhibitions.
Museum Entrance, Qeqertarsuaq. Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen - Visit Greenland

Qeqertarsuaq Museum

The museum describes everyday life during the colonial period, when the colony ‘Godhavn’ held a powerful position.
Skansen Hostel, Qeqertarsuaq. Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen - Visit Greenland

Skansen - Your Home

Surrounded by magnificent scenery, a small red house occupying just 50 sqm of space, built in the late 1960s, is well looked after.
Beach Igloo 4. Photo by Qeqertarsuaq Boat Tours

Qeqertarsuaq Boat Tours

Unique experience with Qeqertarsuaq Boat Tours ApS done by the locals in summer & winter time.You call, we do, without time limitations.

SikuAput

We are based in Qeqertarsuaq on Disko Island. The company offers dog sledding, hiking, snowmobile and boat trips.
Two whales passing close to Hotel Diskobay. Photo by Espen Andersen, Visit Greenland

Hotel Diskobay

It’s a small hotel situated in magnificent scenery with various types of room, restaurant and hostel, as well as meeting facilities
Museum actors at the living village in Qasigiannguit in Greenland. By Mads Pihl

Qasigiannguit Museum

The museum is a local cultural historical museum and officially opened in conjunction with the town’s 250th anniversary in 1984.
BOAT. Photo by Greenland Backcountry

Greenland Backcountry

We are passionate about providing exceptional outdoor experiences that capture the essence of Greenland's wild beauty.
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.
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.
Passengers disembarking at Eqi Glacier Lodge in Greenland. Photo by Mads Pihl, Visit Greenland

Disko Line

We are a Greenlandic shipping company which was set up in 2004. The company owns seven boats catering from 10 to 60 passengers.
Hope Hostel frontside. Photo by Hope Hostel - Visit Greenland

Hope Hostel

Hostel accommodation in Aasiaat offering double rooms and single rooms with shared facilities.

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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.
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.
Arctic Weevil also known as Otiorhynchus arcticus_Photo by Oskar Gran

Wildlife in Greenland: Insects and spiders

The Greenlandic insect fauna is relatively few in species. Only about 1200 species of insects, spiders (Arachnids) and other small animals are known. In comparison, about 20 times as many species are recorded in Denmark.
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.
Hiker on the Kuannit hiking route standing atop volcanic rocks overlooking Disko Bay just outside Qeqertarsuaq. Photo by Paul Zizka

Disko Bay

From the strange volcanic rocks along the hiking trails on Qeqertarsuaq and the island’s summer dog sledding on the Lyngmark Glacier, to the many whales and birds in the bay
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.

Events

The front of the sled dog pack in Uummannaq - Photo by Trevor Traynor

National Dogsled Race (Avannaata Qimussersua )

Avannaata Qimussersua is a national dogsled race, that takes place every year and is one of the biggest cultural events in Greenland.