Dream tour in the Disco Bay

Today the trip continues to Ilulissat. Upon arrival to Ilulissat you will be picked up by the Hotel Arctic bus and as you approach the hotel you can enjoy the hotel's location high above the town over viewing the famous ice fjord.

At the following information meeting the guide from World of Greenland informs you about the area and the many excursions available either on your own or on guided trips at sea, on land and by air. In the hours before the welcome dinner at Hotel Arctic’s splendid restaurant you can relax and dwell on the amazing sight from the hotel over the ice fjord and the never ending horizon.

You now have 2 days on your own in Ilulissat.
Ilulissat is a lovely and very Greenlandic town that holds both a modern atmosphere and a more traditional lifestyle. Hunting and fishing are paramount and fishing boats jostle for the space with industrial trawlers. Sled dogs and houses in almost all colors adorn the rocky landscape.

The beautiful ice fjord is both the local fishermen's workplace and one of the biggest attractions in Ilulissat. What makes the ice fjord so special is the icebergs and the light that constantly changes the colors of the ice.
But beyond the ice fjord, there are many other ways to experience Knud Rasmussen's hometown. Start for example with a cultural walk and come a little closer to the town in a historical perspective.

Another day on your own in Ilulissat. It is ideal to join a hiking trip to the abandoned settlement Sermermiut where ruins testify to past human settlement. A slightly longer hike goes along the fjord and into the wild landscape full of visual impressions.

Or how about a sailing trip among icebergs during the day or evening. The summer is also a perfect time to go on a whale safari. The Disko Bay is a popular playground for the impressive marine mammals.

We can also recommend a helicopter trip that takes you close up to the 7 kilometer wide glacier. Imagine to fly across the huge mountains, lakes, rivers and icebergs – a stunning experience that gives you a super nice view over the protected UNESCO site.

Early morning we go by boat up north to fascinating Eqi glacier – one of Greenland’s unique natural wonders. After a good lunch in front of the Eqi glacier the boat anchors at Ice Camp Eqi where you stay in cabins facing the glacier. The untamed nature is just outside the door and the overwhelming silence broken by the crashing sound from ice calvings can be enjoyed from the terrace.

The 14 cabins offer comfortable luxury, a unique view and delicious meals in Café Victor named after the famous polar explorer Paul-Emile Victor.The modern kitchen is supplied with power from solar cells and neither garbage cans or toilets are being dumped in the area.

Today is at your own disposal. We recommend a short hike to the lagoon and glacier or a long hike up to the ice cap, where you can experience the cracks of the ice edge,  glacial wells and the dynamic moraine landscape. You can do the short trip without a guide, but on the hike up on the ice we recommend for safety reasons an experienced guide. If you want to participate in guided hiking trips in Eqi it is a good idea to book well in advance from home.

The area has an abundant wildlife and geology. Polar foxes, hares, grouses and sea eagles can often be seen on land and seals swim nearby the camp. When you’re on your own out in the wild and desolate landscape you will undoubtedly get a sense of the spirit of famous Arctic explorers!

Another day where you wake up to a fantastic view. Enjoy noon in Ice Camp Eqi. After lunch the boat takes you to the small settlement of Rodebay - an old and very charming settlement with only 40 inhabitants.

You are accommodated at the local hostel in the same houses as the local food store. Meals are served in the very charming Restaurant H8. Time stands still in this very charming settlement.

Enjoy the entire day in Rodebay, go walking or just relax and breathe in fresh air and atmosphere. Follow live at the very small harbour and simply imagine how life would be for you if you were born and lived in this small settlement.

After a nice dinner in the evening in the restaurant the boat takes you back to Ilulissat where you are once again accommodated at either Hotel Arctic or Ilulissat hostel.

The last 2 days in Ilulissat are at you own disposal. A suggestion is to attend a lecture about the life as a sled dog – including a visit to a flock of summer lazy dogs where you can see, feel and hear these strong working animals. Happy puppies fool around and welcome gladly a friendly pat.

Another day on your own in Ilulissat. Enjoy the atmosphere in the town that mix old and new.  Huge monster cars are parked next to dogsleds. Colored houses in contrast to giant blocks. Racks of dried fish and clothes. Fresh fish at the open market and exciting delicacies at the classy restaurants.

Today is the last chance to enjoy Ilulissat. Make sure to go for a walk down to the harbor, which in summer exudes activity. Find a quiet place from where you can see the fjord and the beautiful icebergs bathing in sunlight.

We fly from Ilulissat to Kangerlussuaq and further on to Copenhagen. We arrive in the evening in Copenhagen due to time difference of four hours. Denmark is four hours ahead of Greenland.