Ilulissat Tour Packages

Ilulissat is Greenland´s most famous tourist destination on the west coast of the country. It is often referred to as "The City of Icebergs." The vibrant town has 5,000 residents and is located 350 km (about 220 miles) north of the Arctic Circle. Ilulissat is located next to the World Heritage designated Icefjord of Ilulissat (Kangia) and is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq, one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, by calving 40 million tons of ice per day into the fjord. In Greenlandic, the name "Ilulissat" means "icebergs." 

Ilulissat provides visitors access to the Arctic wilderness of Disko Bay, where visitors can view magnificent icebergs along the shoreline or by boat. In Ilulissat, visitors can experience ancient Inuit culture (over 4,000 years old) and modern colourful Greenlandic culture together. In summer, visitors have 24 hours of daylight for exploration. In winter, visitors can experience the brilliant Northern Lights and a vibrant culture around sled dogs. Ilulissat has excellent infrastructure, including world-class hotels (like the Hotel Arctic) and high-end restaurants serving local foods (whale, seal and reindeer).

Places to Visit in Ilulissat:

• Ilulissat Icefjord (UNESCO World Heritage Site): A must-visit attraction offering views of colossal icebergs, best experienced via boat tours, kayaking, or hiking.
• Sermermiut Valley: An ancient, abandoned Inuit settlement located just outside the town, featuring a boardwalk with spectacular, panoramic views of the Icefjord.
• Ilulissat Icefjord Centre (Kangiata Illorsua): A stunning, modern visitor center that blends science and art to educate visitors on the history of ice and the impacts of climate change.
• Eqi Glacier (Eqip Sermia): Located 70 km north of Ilulissat, this "calving glacier" is one of the best places in Greenland to see large chunks of ice break off and crash into the sea.
• Zion’s Church and Local Museum: Located in the center, the historic red-painted church is a landmark. The nearby Ilulissat Museum, located in the birthplace of explorer Knud Rasmussen, provides deep insight into Arctic exploration and local culture.
• Disko Bay: Prime location for boat tours, whale watching (humpbacks and minke whales), and, in the summer, sailing under the midnight sun.
• Oqaatsut (Rodebay): A small, remote settlement 15 km north of Ilulissat, offering a glimpse into a slower pace of life, often visited by boat or via a long hike.