For an authentic Arctic experience in Greenland, don't miss this guided glacier hiking and ice cave tour from Kulusuk!
Embrace your inner Arctic explorer by joining this remarkable 4-hour ice cave and glacier hiking tour from Kulusuk in Greenland!
The remote and scenic regions of eastern Greenland are home to some of the world's most breathtaking fjords, glaciers, ice caves, and unique ice formations. The ice caves are made all the more extraordinary by the vivid blue colour of the ice, which makes the experience almost otherworldly. When travelling to eastern Greenland, a guided, low-impact ice cave and glacier hiking tour from Kulusuk is highly recommended for those seeking authentic Arctic excursions.
The adventure begins at the meeting point in Kulusuk, where you and your group will be greeted by your seasoned and knowledgeable Captain and guide. After boarding the boat, you'll receive a life jacket along with a safety and itinerary briefing. Next, the Captain charts a course towards eastern Greenland's most spectacular glaciers. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the stunning panoramas during the 20-minute cruise. Don't forget your camera and keep your eyes on the water, you never know when marine species such as humpback whales, orcas, fin whales, or seals may make an appearance!
Upon arrival, the ice cave and glacier hiking tour from Kulusuk truly starts! After disembarking, each participant receives crampons and a helmet and is introduced to glacier hiking and safety. Now, the fun starts! The group begins an easy 30-minute walk across the glacier towards the ice cave. As you take in the awe-inspiring panoramas, you'll also observe distinctive glacier features such as moulins and crevasses.
Entering the ice cave, you'll be enchanted by its ethereal colours and unique ice formations. You'll spend 30 minutes wandering through this natural wonder. Exiting the ice cave, the adventure continues onto the glacier, where your guide will take you to a special place where the ice meets the ocean and icebergs are created. You'll stop for a break to enjoy your packed lunch and the magnificent views. After savouring the tranquillity and majesty of Greenland's nature, you'll embark upon the 30-minute walk back to the boat and return to the original departure point with lasting memories of Greenland and this ice cave and glacier hiking tour from Kulusuk.
Make your next trip to Greenland one to remember by booking this guided ice cave and glacier hiking tour from Kulusuk today!
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Practical information
- Arrival at the meeting point in Kulusuk (please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time)
- Meet your seasoned Captain and guide
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Board the boat
- Scenic 20-minute cruise to the glacier
- Arrival
- Put on your glacier hiking equipment (helmet and crampons)
- 30-minute glacier low-impact hike to the ice cave
- Arrival
- 30-minute ice cave tour
- Make your way further on the glacier for stunning views
- 30-minute walk back to the boat
- Return to the original departure point in Kulusuk via boat
Please be advised that all minors must be accompanied by an adult.
In addition, all participants must be in good physical condition.
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the departure time.
This excursion's difficulty level is labelled as 'easy'.
Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.
This excursion's duration ranges from 4 to 5 hours.
- Captain/guide
- Glacier hiking equipment (helmet and crampons)
- Life jacket
- Hotel transfers
- Warm clothing
- Warm underlayers
- Hiking boots
- Thick wool socks
- Rain gear
- Hat
- Gloves
- Small backpack
- Water
- Snacks
- Packed meal
- Camera