What is there to do in Greenland?

Greenland is probably one of the most fascinating - and misunderstood - travel destinations on Earth. It’s often seen as just a bunch of ice and snow, but what many don’t realise is that it’s a playground for nature-lovers, active travellers, and cultural explorers alike.

This vast Arctic island is home to soaring glaciers, iceberg-littered fjords, vibrant Inuit communities, and wildlife you simply won’t see anywhere else. Whether you prefer to hike, cruise, kayak, or just soak in the silence, Greenland offers a depth of adventure travel experiences that other Polar regions can't match.

While many are only just beginning to discover Greenland's potential, we've been exploring its remote corners for over 20 years. That experience means we know where to go, when to go, and how to make your journey feel truly off the map.

So, what's there to do in Greenland? 

Trek Through Untouched Landscapes

Hike through remote valleys and glacier-carved ridges where there are no roads - only silence, ice and sky. Choose a remote Greenland hiking adventure or explore on foot between small coastal communities steeped in culture that are only accessible by boat. 

Kayak Between Icebergs

Paddle across Greenland's still waters surrounded by towering icebergs in one of the world’s largest fjord systems. Combine kayaking with coastal hikes or sailing legs for a true multi-active Arctic journey. You do not need to be super experienced, but some confidence in water and good fitness are a must. Paddle as much, or as little, as you wish.

Cruise the Arctic Coastline

Expedition cruises reveal Greenland’s raw coastline, where ice sheets meet the sea and wildlife roams freely. This is truly remote area travel. Cruise by small ship into fjords that bigger ships can't access, past calving glaciers and alongside narwhals, whales and seabirds.

Witness Natural Phenomena

Visit during aurora season to see the Northern Lights dancing above snow-covered peaks and open fjords. Time your journey with rare celestial events or seek out Greenland’s most dramatic skies in autumn.

Why Choose Greenland Over Iceland?

While Iceland is spectacular in its own right, Greenland offers wilder, more remote adventures with fewer crowds and a deeper sense of isolation. It's also very big, and you'll often have entire valleys, fjords, polar bear spotting moments or coastlines to yourself.

Greenland isn’t set up for drive-by tourism - it invites you to slow down, to trek between villages, paddle through silence, or sail into regions with no roads at all. There are no big crowds, no flashing signs, and no tour buses waiting at the viewpoint.

A Few Things You Might Not Know About Greenland

• Over 80% of Greenland is covered by ice – it holds around 8% of the world’s fresh water.
• The world’s largest national park is in northeast Greenland – it’s bigger than all of France.
• There are no roads between towns – travel happens by boat, plane, or foot.
• East Greenland is one of the least populated places on Earth, with some villages home to fewer than 100 people.
• You can see both the Northern Lights and midnight sun depending on when you go.
• The Inuit culture is alive, vibrant and still rooted in traditional hunting, language and craft.

Greenland is a destination like no other - wild, vast, and full of surprises. Whether you're exploring on foot, by kayak, or aboard an expedition ship, this Arctic frontier rewards every kind of adventurer.