Greenland small group trips

June to September, the only months this trip runs. June and July bring the midnight sun in Ilulissat and the most daylight; August is often the warmest and calmest for boats; September adds autumn colour on the tundra, cooler nights and the first chance of northern lights.

Answer for Greenland: Nuuk, Ilulissat and the Icefjord

Moderately fit. Walks are 2 to 4 km a day on gravel, rock and tundra, with the rocky yellow trail on day 4 the hardest. The Eqi glacier day is about 10 hours on a boat, mostly seated. Every walking day has an easier option, and you can stay on the boardwalk at the Icefjord.

Answer for Greenland: Nuuk, Ilulissat and the Icefjord

A room of your own is from CAD 2,295 more, shown up front with no surprise at checkout. Hotel rooms in Ilulissat are scarce in summer, which is why the supplement exists. If you would rather share, ask us and we will try to match you with another solo traveller of the same gender.

Answer for Greenland: Nuuk, Ilulissat and the Icefjord

The small-group trip runs with 7 to 12 guests. That suits the small planes, the local boats and the settlement visit, and it means everyone fits around one table at lunch and can hear the guide on the Icefjord boardwalk.

Answer for Greenland: Nuuk, Ilulissat and the Icefjord

It happens: fog and wind can delay small planes and boats. The Ilulissat boat days can be swapped around, and we fly back to Nuuk the day before your flight home so a delay does not cost your connection. We strongly recommend travel insurance that covers weather delays and extra nights.

Answer for Greenland: Nuuk, Ilulissat and the Icefjord

Canadian and US citizens do not need a visa for a short visit to Greenland, but you need a valid passport. Greenland is outside the Schengen area, while Iceland and Denmark are inside it, so the entry rules of your connecting country also apply. Check the current rules before you fly.

Answer for Greenland: Nuuk, Ilulissat and the Icefjord

Yes. Wind, fog and sea ice can delay or cancel any leg. We build in a quiet day 9 and sleep in Qaqortoq on the last night, but you should not plan an onward international connection on the same day without a margin of at least a full day.

Answer for South Greenland: Qaqortoq, Norse Ruins and Ice Fjords

Choose a date and send a request to book. We confirm your place within 24 hours, and no payment is taken until we do. Prices are per person sharing a room, with taxes, and start from CAD 13,495 for the small group.

Answer for Greenland: Nuuk, Ilulissat and the Icefjord

The route is planned for late June to early September. Visit Greenland recommends June to September for sailing and hiking at Igaliku. Midges can be heavy in summer, and we cannot promise icebergs, whales or clear skies on any date.

Answer for South Greenland: Qaqortoq, Norse Ruins and Ice Fjords