About Us

Sermilik Adventures was founded by local guides with a deep connection to East Greenland, built on experience, trust and respect for the Arctic environment.

Photo by Oscar Scott Carl – Visit East Greenland

Rooted in place, guided by community

Founded in 2019 by Arctic hunter Tobias Ignatiussen and nurse Line Kristiansen, Sermilik Adventures is dedicated to providing unforgettable multi-day package tours in the captivating Sermilik Fjord. Whether it’s the summer or winter season, we offer a range of immersive activities, including overnight stays camping out in the spectacular nature, or in our cosy huts in Tiniteqilaaq, thrilling dog sledge tours on the Ice Sheet, and captivating whale safaris. Our expedition cruises have also played a significant role in bolstering the local economy of Tasiilaq, making a positive impact on the community.

Responsibility for the environment and community lies at the core of our operations. We firmly believe in nurturing the local community and showcasing Greenland’s authentic culture. In this spirit, we have taken young individuals on trips to provide them with insights into the tourism industry. We actively engage local cultural representatives, such as choirs, drum dancers, and handicraft artists, to ensure our guests enjoy genuine, immersive experiences when they travel to Greenland.

Innovation with responsibility

Additionally, our commitment to social responsibility extends beyond our immediate community. We have established a fruitful collaboration with an international cruise shipping line that employs a hybrid icebreaker. This collaboration enables icebreaking early in the summer season, facilitating the early commencement of the supply ship and other operators. By leveraging innovative solutions, we strive to create opportunities for extended exploration and increased accessibility to this magnificent region.

At Sermilik Adventures, we humbly take pride in being the recipients of the prestigious Greenland Tourism Award 2022. This esteemed recognition, presented in collaboration between Visit Greenland and Air Greenland, is a testament to our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences to our guests.

Tobias

Tobias is born in Umivik 200 km down the coast south of Sermilik Fjord in 1960.

Tobias Ignatiussen is an experienced hunter, fisherman, and tourism operator from Tasiilaq, East Greenland. Deeply connected to the land and sea, he has spent his life mastering traditional Greenlandic skills while also adapting to the modern challenges of sustainable tourism and Arctic expeditions.

As a co-founder of Sermilik Adventures, Tobias is dedicated to sharing the beauty and resilience of the Greenlandic way of life. His expertise includes boat driving, dog sledding, fishing, hunting, and wilderness survival, making him a knowledgeable and capable guide in one of the world’s most extreme environments. His work is rooted in respect for nature, ensuring that visitors experience East Greenland’s raw and untouched beauty while understanding the importance of sustainable travel.

Beyond tourism, Tobias plays a key role in his local community. He is involved in training the next generation of guides, particularly through a tourism education program in Tasiilaq that aims to certify young locals in essential skills for the industry. He strongly believes in passing down traditional knowledge while equipping young people with the tools needed for professional success.

Tobias is also an expert in navigating Greenland’s changing landscape, whether it’s through his deep understanding of sea ice conditions or his ability to adapt to shifting weather patterns. His hands-on experience, combined with a passion for adventure and storytelling, makes him an invaluable asset to those seeking an authentic Arctic experience.

Whether leading an expedition, instructing future guides, or navigating the icy waters of East Greenland, Tobias embodies the spirit of a true Arctic explorer.

Line

Line is born and raised in Denmark in 1980 – but has spend the last years in Eastgreenland. She came to work at the hospital as a nurse, and to experience living in a part of the World with a completely different infrastructure than she had ever experienced before. But after 10 years working as a nurse she feld it was time to change working field and work – not less, but more outside and “to take care”  of guests and the clients that would visit Arctic Paradise – as she likes to call the region that has grabbed her by the heart and soul. 

Line has maybe experienced a bit more than what would be considered average, also in the perspective of the relatively short time she has stayed in Eastgreenland. But with her good sense for meeting people and strong social capacity – and let’s not forget her curiosity, she has managed to integrate herself by joining hunting trips,  snorkeling with whales, dogsledding a numbers of times – which is her all favorite way of transportation.

On top of her good human-skills she’s also a good cook, and she’ll make sure that you are well nourished doing your staywith Sermilik Adventures – whether it’s a settlement stay, dogsled adventure or camping.

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Photo by Oscar Scott Carl – Visit East Greenland