Day 1. Qaqortoq – Qassiarsuk, the Viking Greenland

Flight Keflavík(International Airport ) – Qaqortoq.
Qaqortoq is the largest town in South Greenland, with around 3,000 inhabitants. Nestled between hills and fjords, it’s a colourful town where traditional Greenlandic culture meets Danish colonial history. The town is known for its charming harbor, brightly painted woodenhouses, and the open-air art project “Stone & Man,” which features dozens of rock carvings scattered around the town.
Transfer in RIB boat to Qassiarsuk ( abaout 1 hour 30 minutes). Briefing and dinner.
Overnight at the Leif Erikson Hostel

Day 2. Hike to the Mellem Cabin

Day 2. Flower Valley and Glacier
Preparation of materials and transfer in RIB to Narsarsuaq. Start of the trek in the nearby Narsarsuaq mountains (5-6 hours trek carrying our backpacks)
Ascent to Mellem Camp, travelling through lakes and rivers, towards Flower Valley. We will carry on with our hike through Flower Valley with spectacular views of an enormous valley created by the withdrawal of and subsequent sedimentation from the glacier, where there are abundant flowers. This is quite possibly the most famous excursion in all of Greenland. We will go all the way from Kiattut Glacier, famous for its spectacular views, with unbeatable panoramic views of the ice.
We will carry on with the hike among tundra and lakes, toward the Mellem cabin, where we will set up camp.

Accommodation in tents at Mellem’s Camp.
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Day 3. Ice trek Mellem – Qooroq view

Trek to the scenic overlook of Qooroq ( 4-5 hours trek)
We will continue our expedition with the trek until the scenic overlook point of the Qooroq Glacier. Impressive views of the glacier, one of the most active in southern Greenland.

We will get right on top of the glacier, so we can observe its entire extent as it drops to the sea.
During the trek we’ll carry a small backpack with your packed lunch.

Accommodation in tents at Mellem’s Camp
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Day 4. View of the Ice Cap and Qooroq Ice Fjord

Descent from Mellem Camp. (4-5 hours trek carrying our backpacks)
In the way back to Narsarsuaq and from a height of less than 1,000 metres, we can observe one of themost privileged panoramas in the south of Greenland. Walking in the Tundra and surrounded by green mountains and valleys dottedwith lakes and rivers, we find ourselves in a setting of Inland Ice’s incredible mass of ice at our back (Qooroq and Kiattuut Glaciers) andfjords in front of us.
In the afternoon, we will visit the Qooroq Ice Fjord, where one of the most active glaciers in southern Greenland can be found. We will navigate on zodiac boat to the area where iceberg density makes it impossible to carry on. This is without doubt one of Greenland’s best images: wonderful sight of ice floating around us.
Transfer in RIB boat through Tunulliarfik Fjord, usually covered by icebergs, to Qassiarsuk.
Accommodation in Leif Eriksson Hostel in Qassiarsuk.

Day 5. Tasiusaq, the Bay of the Icebergs

In the morning, trekking to Tasiusaq farm where seven people live in notable isolation next to Sermilik fjord, which is almost always
blocked by the ice and icebergs coming from Eqaloruutsit glacier.
It is a two hours trek (7km)
Preparation of kayak materials, and contact with our new means of transport. Instructional session on the kayak, basic safety tips.
Start of the route: 2 to 3 hours of kayaking.

Accommodation in tents
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Day 6. Kayak exploration

Kayak in the mouth of the fjord among lots of ice, spectacular views and navigation with icebergs. Kayaking for approximately 4 to 6 hours.
Return to camp in the afternoon.

Accommodation in tents. so many icebergs! Overnight in tents.

Day 7. Trekking

Enjoy views of the Eqalorutsit glacier, a beautiful and peaceful spot in the area. The hike mainly follows a valley upstream alongside a river, where you may see several waterfalls depending on the time of year. You’ll only need to carry your packed lunch in your backpack. The duration of the excursion is approximately 7 to 8 hours.
Return to camp and accommodation in tents. Tasiusaq.

Overnight stay at the Tasiusaq Hostel.

Day 8. Kayaking and trekking

We will break camp and begin the return journey with a 2–3 hour paddle back to Tasiusaq. From there, we’ll hike approximately 7 km (about 3 hours) back to Qassiarsuk, following a different route than on the way out.
Accommodation in Leif Eriksson Hostel in Qassiarsuk.

Day 9. Qassiarsuk – Narsaq

We will sail from Qassiarsuk to Narsaq, where you will have a free day to explore and enjoy the town.

Transfer by boat to Narsaq, the second most populated town in South Greenland, with about 1700 inhabitants. In the evening, free time to explore on our own the museum, local handicraft workshop, fish market, the church, and to have dinner at Hotel Narsaq or enjoy a drink with the local people.
When we travel by boat, we will look out for whales, we may see them here among the icebergs. If time allows it we will do a short trekking.

Dinner is on your own.
Accommodation in the Kayak Hostel in Narsaq.

Day 10. Narsaq – Qaqortoq

Transfer by open boat to Qaqortoq (approximately one hour). If time allows, we’ll take a short walk around the town.
Flight Qaqortoq– Keflavik.

Prices 2026

3,095 €   from Keflavík (round-trip ticket included)

Dates 2026

Departures from Keflavík

July
July 02th – 11th
July 11th – 20th
July 23rd – August 01st

August
August 01th – 10th
August 13th – 22th
August 22nd – September 01st

Registration date: Up to 45 days before the journey’s departure date.

Registration after that date: Depending on flight availability.

Reservation: 40% deposit of the total price, excluding airport taxes.

What it’s included:

• Flight Keflavík/Copenhagen – Narsarsuaq, return
• Tasermiut, South Greenland Expeditions’ guide (English speaking)
• Excursions to Qooroq Ice Fjord and Brattahlid reconstructions
• Transfers in Greenland, as stated on this program
  Meals on a full board basis, as stated on this program
• Dinner with Greenlandic typical products
  Accommodation in Greenland, as stated on this program
• Rental of kayaks and navigation equipment (see the list provided)
  Camping and RIB boat travel equipment

What it’s not included:

• Airport taxes and fees (approx. 260- 280€ )
• Travel insurance
• Lunch on flight days
• Accommodation, transfers and food in Reykjavík or Copenhagen
• Unexpected expenses as a result of weather conditions (including difficulties or cancellations due to ice or weather conditions) or flight or boat delays
• Any other aspect not listed in “What it’s included”