Why choose Illulissat
Cruising to Illulissat offers a breathtaking experience in the heart of Greenland's stunning ice fjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This journey immerses travelers in a dramatic landscape dominated by the massive icebergs calved from the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the most active in the world. The town itself provides a vibrant mix of traditional Inuit culture and modern Greenlandic life. Visitors can enjoy dog sledding, cultural tours, and boat trips among the towering ice formations. The midnight sun in summer or the aurora borealis in winter adds a magical backdrop, making a cruise to Illulissat a truly unforgettable Arctic adventure.
Cruising to Illulissat exposes visitors to unique aspects of Greenlandic culture directly influenced by the town's stunning natural environment. From the deck of a cruise ship, travelers witness the awe-inspiring beauty of icebergs floating in the Ilulissat Icefjord, which deeply influences local lifestyle and traditions. Shore excursions offer intimate experiences such as husky sled rides, witnessing traditional kayak demonstrations, or visiting local craftsmen who incorporate the natural resources of the Arctic in their work. The cuisine onboard often features local ingredients, providing a taste of the region. This blend of natural wonders and cultural experiences is uniquely accessible through the cruise experience, offering a profound understanding of Illulissat’s heritage.
Illulissat: A Poem
Sail north to where the Earth whispers secrets of ice,
To Illulissat, where giants roam in silent parade.
Beneath the arctic sky, a canvas painted with the light
Of a sun that never sleeps, or stars that dance with green fire.
Your vessel, a humble wanderer amidst the fjord's embrace,
Glides past sentinels of ice, sculpted by time’s artful hand.
These frozen monoliths, aglow with the sun’s kiss,
Stand guard over secrets deep beneath the waves.
The air, crisp and clean, carries tales of old—
Of Inuit hunters, and sleds pulled beneath the celestial dome.
Here, where the world seems to breathe in snowy breaths,
You find a peace untouched, a beauty unmarred.
Illulissat, a symphony of ice and light,
Plays its melody on the strings of your soul.
To visit by cruise ship, a journey not just of distance,
But a voyage into the heart of the sublime.
Illulissat, a jewel of Greenland, is celebrated for its breathtaking Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with enormous icebergs calved from the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world. The town itself is a vibrant showcase of Greenlandic culture with museums, local crafts, and traditional wooden houses painted in bright colors. Visitors can explore the unique lifestyle through dog sledding, boat tours in the icy waters, and hiking along trails that offer stunning vistas of the Arctic landscape. Illulissat also provides a front-row seat to the mesmerizing phenomena of the midnight sun or the northern lights, depending on the season.
