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Scenic boat tour to the majestic mountains

Travel by boat into the Tasermiut Fjord, a dramatic 70 km (43 mi) waterway framed by steep mountains and wide valleys. Departing from Nanortalik harbor, you’ll pass the small settlement of Tasiusaq and continue deeper toward the head of the fjord, where you can experience a part of the Greenland ice sheet. Along the way, your guide shares local context and points out key peaks such as Nalumasortoq and Ulamertorsuaq. If conditions allow, there may be a short, careful walk near the glacier; if not, you’ll enjoy the view from the boat with a drink.

Join a guided boat journey into Tasermiut Fjord, one of South Greenland’s most striking fjord systems. We start in Nanortalik harbor, where you meet your guide and board with your captain. Once everyone is settled, we head toward the fjord mouth and continue inward through a landscape shaped by ice, weather, and time.

Early in the trip, we pass close to Tasiusaq, a small settlement with a tight-knit community. We typically slow down or make a brief stop nearby so you can take photos and hear a little about life in this part of Greenland.

As we travel deeper, the scenery becomes more alpine. You’ll see broad valleys and steep rock faces, with famous peaks such as Suikkassuaq, Nalumasortoq, and Ulamertorsuaq rising above the fjord. These mountains attract climbers and hikers in summer, but from the water you get a calm, accessible view of the scale of the landscape.

Near Qinngua, the ice and glacier views often become more prominent. If sea state, wind, and shoreline conditions are safe, there may be an opportunity to step ashore for a short walk over uneven ground toward a glacier viewpoint. If landing is not possible, we’ll stay on the boat and enjoy the view from a sheltered position. After time to photograph and enjoy a beverage, we head back to Nanortalik, with plenty of chances to spot details you may have missed on the way in.

Nature

Tasermiut Fjord is well-known for its spectacular beauty. With its sky-high mountains, reflecting themselves in the still waters of the fjord, the inhabitants of the surrounding area has crowned it as a wonder of the Arctic. The nature around Tasermiut will definitely take your breath away and drain you emotionally with its beauty, it is the perfect location for creating and photographing moments lasting a lifetime.

Klosterdalen

Uiluit Qaqqaa also known as Ketil Mountain together with Nalumasortoq and Ulamertorsuaq are a group of three walls of rocky mountains. Beneath those massive mountains, therein lies Klosterdalen (Monastery Valley). In the old age of Viking era, Nordic settlers came to this place and left us ruins including what once was a Monastery hence the name Monastery Valley.

The Icecap

The last destination of the day will be a branch of the Greenland ice cap. When arriving at the glacier, you will be overwhelmed with its enormous size. But this branch is yet a small part of the Greenland ice cap, that covers 80% of the country. Stand in the blue and white nuanced rays of the soaring glacier, while the arctic winds long to play with your hair. It is a unique and once in a lifetime experience, that will drain you emotionally with its beauty.

TOUR ITINERARY

Itinerary
Cancellation terms

Itinerary

Tasermiut Fjord Tour

We will meet you at the tender pier and you will be escorted to the boat. There will be a short walk of around 7 minutes from the tender pier to the pontoon where you will meet your captain and embark on your boat.
After sailing into the mouth of the fjord, we will reach the idyllic settlement of Tasiusaq, which is home to around 50 inhabitants.
Next stop is sheep farm of Nuugaarsuk and forestation at Kuussuaq
After sailing further into the fjord, you will be met by the famous towering granite walls of Suikkassuaq, Nalumasortoq and Ulamertorsuaq
On the way to the glacier at the bottom of the fjord, you will see other mountains that are equally amazing.
When we get to the glacier, you can experience the enormous wonder by getting off to the shore.

Cancellation terms

Cancellation terms

In the event of a cancellation, a non-refundable fee of $45 per guest will apply, regardless of the date or notice period.
Cancellation fee applies even if the port call is canceled by the ship or if cancellation occurs due to weather conditions

Why We Charge a Cancellation Fee:

Operational Costs: Preparing for tours incurs costs like staffing and equipment setup, which are often non-refundable on short notice.
Limited Capacity: Our tours have limited spots to ensure quality. A late cancellation prevents these spots from being offered to others, affecting our resource allocation.
Advance Planning: Significant effort goes into planning and customizing tours for a memorable experience, involving logistical arrangements.
Fairness: Our cancellation policy ensures fairness, allowing us to maintain tour quality and service commitment to all guests, despite unexpected cancellations.

TOUR INFORMATION

Price

Adults: $450 USD
Children (under 13): $200 USD

Duration

4 hours

Difficulty

Easy, although expect walking once we get to the glacier, so bring some hiking boots and warm clothing. Due to the nature of the terrain, we cannot guarantee that all passengers will disembark at the glacier. Some agility will be needed to get off the boat, as there is no pontoon.

Boat type

Closed and heated, with toilet facilities. Maximum group size is 10 guests per departure.

Safety

Our boats are approved by the Danish Maritime Authority for sailing with passengers, and they have certified captains. Life rafts, as well as radio and satellite communications, are all covered.