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Secret Atlas: Scoresbysund Northern Lights Photo Tour

Greenland photo tour with Virgil Reglioni – best for northern lights, with only 12 guests.

Secret Atlas: Northern Lights in Greenland

Photograph the Earth and the heavens in East Greenland with our 12 guests micro expedition photo cruise

Secret Atlas: Scoresbysund photo tour

Encounter the majestic beauty of Scoresbysund under the northern lights. Small group photo expedition with Virgil Reglioni and only 12 guests.

Destinations

Nuuk is Greenlands capital and the signature mountain Sermitsiaq always stands large and visible in the background

Nuuk

The heart of a nation. Greenland’s largest city and capital is fueled on fresh air, strong coffee and diverse personalities.

Things To Do

A photographer shooting flowers and plants by the Knud Rasmussen Glacier in East Greenland. By Mads Pihl

Photo tours in Greenland

A unique way to explore Greenland are through photo tours develop your photography skills or learn from other enthusiasts about catching that perfect moment

Articles

Hiker standing on volcanic rocks on Disko Island in North Greenland looking at northern lights dancing over the ocean. Photo by Paul Zizka - Visit Greenland

The scenery of the night - Northern lights

Greenland's nighttime scenery offers a totally new, exciting and challenging world to explore. Northern lights are particularly sought after for photographers.
Northern lights over a lit tent, Camp In Tasiilaq Fjord. By Chris Brinlee Jr

10 Great Tips on How to Shoot the Northern Lights in Greenland

Are you hoping to photograph the northern lights, and the night sky, but not quite sure how to go about it, here are some great tips on how to get started.
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
Two men enjoying the sunrise in the Icefjord in Nuuk in Greenland. Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson, Visit Greenland.

8 times the light in Greenland was absolutely heavenly

There is no denying that Greenland’s landscapes and light are a photographer’s dream.
A Chinese traveler writing a journal entry on a dog sledding trip in the Disko Bay in Greenland. Photo by Mads Pihl

Editor’s pick: 12 real reasons to visit Greenland

So Greenland’s on your bucket list for the new year - but when is the best time to go? That’s one of the most common questions we get here at Visit Greenland. In order to help you make your decision, visitgreenland.com editor Tanny Por has hand-picked 12 reasons why she loves this polar wonderscape. Enjoy!
Ilulissat - Sermermuit hike - icebergs. Photo by by Maria Sahai.

Greenland - a photographer’s dream come true

Photographers Karim and Maria Sahai explain why everyone who is interested in photography and nature should visit Greenland.
Marc Carreras with tourists taking a selfie in Nuuk in Greenland. By Rebecca Gustafsson

9 Instagrammers in Greenland worth following

Northern lights, knitting, sailing, lots and lots of snow. How do locals in Greenland live their lives in tune with its grand nature? While Greenland may seem far away, you might be curious to know what everyday life is like in our polar nation. 

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.

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.
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.
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. 
Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson - Drone

Flying drones in Greenland

Greenland Drone Flying Rules: Know the regulations for private and commercial flights based on drone size. Fly responsibly.
Photo workshop under the glacier. Photo by Norris Niman - Visit Greenland

Discovering the ancient - East Greenland’s ultimate ice cave expedition

Equipped with crampons and a helmet, we crunched over the ice and into the mouth of the cave. Our torchlight illuminated the otherwise pitch-black surroundings, revealing a grand expanse.

Local Providers

Ikkamiut Lodge - Maniitsoq Lodges 1

Maniitsoq Lodges

A small company with two lodges: Inussuit Lodge & Ikkamiut Lodge. We are a young couple working full time on our dream. We absolutely love it!

Local Guide

Local Guide operates tours by boat and land, coordinating with media and organizing fishing and hunting in Ilulissat
Photo by Norris Niman - Nunatak Adventures 1

Nunatak Adventures

Nunatak Adventures is the first glacier guiding company in East Greenland, based in Kulusuk.
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.

I Love Ilulissat Tours

Our primary focus is to offer passenger transport for a wide range of tasks, including sightseeing and desired charter tours.
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.
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.
A whale safari near Ilulissat in Greenland. Photo by Mads Pihl - Visit Greenland

Explore Ilulissat

We offer icefishing, snowmobiling, and dogsledding, as well as whale safaris, trips to the Eqi Glacier and Oqaatsut, and midnight cruises.
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.

Sisimiut Fresh Farm

Our mission is to provide fresh, locally grown produce year-round despite the challenges of the Arctic climate.

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Polar Bear in Greenland. Photo by Annie Spratt

Wildlife in Greenland: Land mammals

There are nine land mammals in Greenland, which is not many for such an enormous country as Greenland, but it also requires extraordinary characteristics to survive the cold and harsh winters.
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.
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.