Kangerlussuaq Tours
Kangerlussuaq offers exciting tours and activities all year round. In summer, you can hike, kayak, watch wildlife, or try ice fishing. Winter brings the magic of the Northern Lights. From February to November, join different tours to the breathtaking inland ice sheet and nearby glaciers. With so many options, Kangerlussuaq is packed with unforgettable adventures any time of year.
Kayak at Lake Ferguson
Season: July-september
Set out on a fun kayak tour at Lake Ferguson, with both short and longer trips to choose from. Paddle through calm waters with a helpful guide, watch for musk oxen, and hear stories about Inuit kayaks. No experience needed—all equipment is provided. Enjoy the adventure and get great photos from your day on the water!
Duration: 3-5 hours
Price, short tour: DKK 950 / Euro 128
Price, long tour: DKK 1.395 / Euro 187
Min. 10 years old
Full Day Adventure on the Ice (May-September)
Season: April-october
Bring warm clothes, hiking boots and curiosity to learn more about the Greenland ice cap.
Equipped with crampons and hiking sticks, it’s no more difficult to walk on the ice, as it is on hilly terrain at home. With 500 metres of ancient ice below the feet, we find a beautiful place to eat our picnic lunch - water is included - directly from the meltwater!
Duration: 8 hours
Difficulty: 3 (out of 5)
Price: DKK 1.095 / Euro 147
Includes: Guide, lunch and equipment
Inland Ice Tour - Russel Glacier
Season: February-november
Kangerlussuaq is one of the few places in Greenland where it’s possible to drive right up to the inland ice. This tour gives you the opportunity to visit Greenland's ice cap.The front of the Russel Glacier is a 20-50 metre high wall of ice, which is incredibly photogenic. You might even witness the ice breaking off with a deafening crash!If you’re lucky you’ll see the area's wildlife: muskox, reindeer, snow hare, snow bunting etc.
Duration: 4 hours
Difficulty: 2 (out of 5)
Price: DKK 735 / Euro 99
Inland Ice, ‘Point 660’ – Walk on the Ice Cap
Season: February-november
The inland ice reaches the coast in many parts of Greenland, but there are few places with direct access to enable you to walk on the ice yourself.The trip takes you beyond the Russel Glacier, through tundra and mountain scenery to ‘Point 660’ at 660 meters above sea level. Despite the harsh nature, there is plenty to look at. You’ll hear about the tundra, the mountains, the American military time in the area and of course the wildlife.
The special thing about ‘Point 660’ is that you can walk directly on the ice cap. It really gives you a sense of how vest the ice cap is – covering about 80% of Greenland with this ice.
Duration: 5 hours
Difficulty: 2 (out of 5)
Price: DKK 735 / Euro 99
Camp Ice Cap - Sleeping on the Ice Cap
Experience an overnight adventure on Greenland’s vast ice cap. The journey begins with a drive to Point 660, followed by a guided walk with crampons to Camp Ice Cap, where tents are set up in advance. A professional guide will introduce you to the world of ice and share insights about glaciology. Safety is a top priority, so you’ll always be guided and well looked after during the trip.
The landscape is truly breathtaking, offering unique opportunities for amazing photos!
Duration: 1½ day (1 night on the ice - 15 March to 15 October)
Difficulty: 4 (out of 5)
Price: DKK 3.175 / Euro 426
Includes: Transport, dinner, breakfast, lunch, guide, crampons, hiking sticks and camping equipment
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Tundra Safari
Season: February-november
Despite Kangerlussuaq's immediate dull appearance, there are lush areas to be found in the nearby hinterland. The profusion of plants attract muskox and reindeer. In addition, there are arctic fox, snow hare and a variety of bird species.
The vast tundra is in stark contrast to the inland ice and deep blue sky. The area is filled with wild and beautiful images.
Duration: 1½ hours
Difficulty: 2 (out of 5)
Price: DKK 320 / Euro 43
Sightseeing
Season: February-november
Take a guided walking tour of the town. Kangerlussuaq is located in the heart of a beautiful fjord area with several thousand years of Inuit history, contrasting with the now closed American military base.
Duration: 2 hours
Difficulty: 1 (out of 5)
Price: DKK 440 / Euro 59
About Kangerlussuaq
Kangerlussuaq was founded by the Americans as a military base during World War 2. The military left in 1992 and today the small community supports airport and tourism operations.
The hinterland is unique: It’s the best place in Greenland to observe muskox and the beautifully accessible nature offers good walks, bike rides or bus trips. This is one of the few places in Greenland with direct access to the inland ice – you can even go for a walk on it!
Kangerlussuaq is one of Greenland’s best Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) spotting destinations. Located 190 km from the coast, the weather here tends to be more stable, with viewing possibilities from September through to early spring when the night sky is dark.
Population: 491
Former Danish name: Sønder Strømfjord
Dog sledding: Yes (winter)
Midnight sun in summer: Yes
Northern Lights: Yes, possible to see when it’s dark
