Greenland 2018

A bit of a tour, starting in Ilulissat, flying down to Kangerlussuaq, hiking the Arctic Circle Trail, taking the ferry up to Disko Island, a few days hiking there, and then another ferry back to Ilulissat.

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  • Ilulissat and the Ice Fjord

    Ilulissat and the Ice Fjord (12)

    Ilulissat is justly famous for its nearby "ice fjord" which extends for 40 miles, and is packed with icebergs.
     
  • Kangerlussuaq

    Kangerlussuaq (8)

    Kangerlussuaq is the largest airport in Greenland and day trips are offered from here to see the edge of the ice cap.
     
  • The Arctic Circle Trail

    The Arctic Circle Trail (14)

    The Arctic Circle Trail is a 100 mile trail from Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut. It's very popular but I didn't find it all that interesting. So I diverted and made a climb up a mountain, Taseeqqap Saqqaa.
     
  • Sisimiut

    Sisimiut (7)

    Sisimiut is the second largest town in Greenland and situated at the end of the Arctic Circle Trail. There is a very fine peak, Nasaasaaq,nearby which you can scramble up for some airy views.
     
  • Disko Island

    Disko Island (25)

    Disko Island is a large island situated across Disko Bay from Ilulissat. It has some impressive basalt geological features and excellent hiking.