Dogsledding, Fjords & Remote Settlements
5 days
Who is it for
All levels of experience
This five-day Arctic journey combines dogsledding, remote settlements and fjord exploration, travelling from Tasiilaq through glaciers, frozen fjords and small East Greenlandic communities. Along the way, you stay in wilderness huts and settlements, experience life in Tiniteqilaaq, explore the ice-filled Sermilik Fjord by boat, and travel deep into the Arctic landscape under the northern lights.
Day 1
Dogsled Journey from Tasiilaq to the Wilderness Hut
Your adventure begins in Tasiilaq, where you meet your local guide and dogs before setting off on an unforgettable dogsled journey into the Arctic winter landscape. The route takes you through snow-covered terrain, offering wide-open views and a true sense of Greenlandic wilderness.
After approximately 3 hours on the dogsled, you arrive at a remote and cosy hut, your home for the night. A hot meal is prepared, and you can relax and enjoy the silence of the Arctic evening.
On clear nights, there is a high chance of seeing the northern lights dancing across the sky.
For overnight stays, we provide comfortable mattresses, insulating reindeer hides, and warm sleeping bags, along with extra winter jackets to ensure comfort in the cold evening hours.
Day 2
Arrival in Tiniteqilaaq & Time at Leisure
After breakfast, the journey continues by dogsled towards the settlement of Tiniteqilaaq, crossing a glacier with stunning views of the Greenland Ice Cap and descending towards the dramatic Sermilik Fjord.
Upon arrival in the settlement, you will have time on your own to explore, absorb the atmosphere, and experience everyday life in a small East Greenlandic community. Wander among the colorful houses, meet locals, and take in the magnificent surrounding nature at your own pace.
In the evening, a warm dinner is prepared, and once darkness falls, you can head outside to watch for the aurora borealis if the sky is clear.
Day 3
Boat Trip in Sermilik Fjord (The Ice Fjord)
Today is dedicated to a boat excursion into Sermilik Fjord, one of East Greenland’s most spectacular ice fjords. Massive icebergs of all shapes and shades drift through the fjord, calved from nearby glaciers.
During the trip, there may be opportunities to spot seals, seabirds, and other Arctic wildlife. At this time of year, polar bear tracks are sometimes visible along the shoreline, adding to the sense of true Arctic exploration.
After returning to the settlement, the evening is spent relaxing, enjoying dinner, and once again keeping an eye on the sky for the northern lights.
Day 4
Dogsledding to Qenerdiviardi
After breakfast, you pack up and set off by dogsled towards Qenerdiviardi, located on the eastern side of Ammassalik Island. The route takes you across frozen fjords and vast icy landscapes, framed by towering, snow-covered mountains in the distance.
Upon arrival, you settle into a small but cosy hut. The area offers a strikingly different landscape from earlier in the journey, dominated by ice, mountains, and deep Arctic silence. Depending on conditions, there may be time for ice fishing, with the possibility of catching dinner.
In the evening, enjoy the calm of this remote location – and if the sky is clear, another excellent chance to witness the aurora borealis.
Day 5
Return to Tasiilaq by Dogsled
After enjoying the sunrise and breakfast, it is time to begin the final leg of the journey. You travel back to Tasiilaq by dogsled, a trip lasting approximately 3–4 hours.
Upon arrival, the adventure concludes at your hotel, leaving you with unforgettable memories of East Greenland’s wilderness, settlements, and Arctic traditions.
Getting to Tasiilaq
Travel season: 15 February – 30 April 2027
Travelling to Tasiilaq in East Greenland is part of the adventure.
For our winter and spring expeditions, the normal route is:
Copenhagen → Nuuk → Kulusuk → Tasiilaq
The final part of the journey from Kulusuk to Tasiilaq is by helicopter.
Recommended travel period
15 February – 30 April 2027
From Copenhagen to Tasiilaq
Copenhagen → Nuuk
Fly from Copenhagen (CPH) to Nuuk (GOH) with Air Greenland.
Depending on your travel date, it may be possible to continue from Copenhagen via Nuuk to Kulusuk on the same day.
On other dates, an overnight stay in Nuuk may be necessary before continuing to East Greenland.
Air Greenland’s 2027 schedule is designed around Nuuk as a major connecting hub, with same-day connections between Nuuk and destinations throughout Greenland. However, connections depend on the specific date and available flights.
Nuuk → Kulusuk
From Nuuk, continue to Kulusuk (KUS).
Kulusuk is the airport serving the Tasiilaq area.
Kulusuk → Tasiilaq
When you arrive in Kulusuk, you continue your journey by helicopter from Kulusuk to Tasiilaq.
The helicopter flight is a short but spectacular journey across the East Greenland landscape, with views of mountains, fjords and sea ice.
There is no road between Kulusuk and Tasiilaq, so the helicopter is an essential part of the journey.
Your 8-Day Journey
We recommend planning approximately 8 days from Copenhagen to Copenhagen.
A typical itinerary is:
Day 1
Copenhagen → Nuuk
Overnight in Nuuk if required by the flight schedule
Day 2
Nuuk → Kulusuk → helicopter → Tasiilaq
Days 3–6
Sermilik Adventures expedition in East Greenland
Day 7
Tasiilaq → helicopter → Kulusuk → Nuuk → Copenhagen, if the flight schedule allows
Day 8
Return journey completed in Copenhagen
Please note
The exact number of nights in Nuuk may vary depending on the flight schedule for your chosen dates.
Some dates may allow you to travel Copenhagen → Nuuk → Kulusuk → Tasiilaq on the same day, while other dates require an overnight stay in Nuuk.
Likewise, on the return journey, some connections allow you to travel:
Tasiilaq → Kulusuk → Nuuk → Copenhagen
on the same day.
We therefore recommend checking the complete journey before booking your international flights.
Booking Your Flights
We recommend using an experienced Greenland travel specialist when booking your flights, especially when combining international, domestic and helicopter connections.
Travel by Heart
Travel by Heart can assist with planning and booking your flights and connections to East Greenland.
Greenland Travel
Greenland Travel is part of the Air Greenland Group and handles both individual and group travel arrangements. Air Greenland’s group department is handled by Greenland Travel.
Air Greenland
Air Greenland – Book your flight
You can also check and book flights directly with Air Greenland.
Air Greenland recommends checking availability using the complete journey, as some connecting flights may not appear when individual flight segments are searched separately.
Important Information About Greenlandic Travel
Flight schedules in Greenland can change, and weather can affect both aircraft and helicopter operations.
We therefore recommend:
- Allowing some flexibility in your travel plans
- Checking the complete connection before booking
- Avoiding very tight connections
- Considering an overnight stay in Nuuk if the schedule requires it
- Taking out comprehensive travel insurance
Air Greenland may change its timetable, and weather or technical disruptions can result in delays or cancellations.
Please contact Sermilik Adventures before booking your flights if you are unsure which connection is best for your expedition dates.
By the time you arrive in Tasiilaq, you have already begun your East Greenland adventure.
We look forward to welcoming you to Tasiilaq.
