A short hiking among cultural ruins in South Greenland.
Sailing from Narsarsuaq, you can explore Qassiarsuk with an experienced guide, experience ruins from centuries ago, and visit some local churches. This excursion combines the experience of sailing and hiking in South Greenland. It is an excellent choice for nature-explorer and history-savvy.
Qassiarsuk is a small settlement. Sheep breeding and partially fishing are the main income in this settlement. Despite its small size, it gains world-wide fame since the famous Viking – Erik the Red – settled here over 1000 years ago. A 3-hour guided excursion will take you through the essence of this tiny yet cosy settlement.
Starting from the busy harbour, we board the boat and sail through the amazing Erik’s fjord with Arctic Adventure guide. You will have the opportunity to enjoy the salty yet refreshing sea breeze along the journey.
After a short and easy sail, we arrive at Qassiarsuk. There are around 2500 sheep in the settlement and around 8000 in the wider area – which outnumbers the residences. We will walk around and explore this settlement with the Arctic Adventure Guide. We visit the ruins of Erik’s farm, the local church, Inuit ruins and maybe the local shop.
Dating back to 985 AD, when Eric the red first arrived, he was deeply favoured by this place and named his farm “Brattahlið”, which means “the steep hill”. Today, even though some historical buildings are in ruins, they are still a significant part of today’s scenery. With the construction work in process, this settlement is lively despite its few residents. With this 3-hour adventure, you will immerse yourself in the natural beauty and historical vibes.
Transfer and guide are included in this excursion. Please make sure you wear proper clothing for both sailing and hiking.
Also, to facilitate a smooth transfer, please email us which hotel you are staying at.
Tour Code: U1
Cover Picture Credit to Stacy William Head – Visit Greenland
Please Note
1. Please follow the safety rule and guidelines during the excursion.
2. The transfers and pick-up service are included in this excursion. To facilitate a smooth transfer, please email us which hotel you are staying at.
3. Arctic Adventure tour guide will contact you before departure. Please make sure your phone and email are reachable in Greenland.
4. If there are any last-minute changes, Arctic Adventure will contact you using your contact information and phone number. Please make sure your phone is reachable in Greenland.
5. Arctic Adventure will do its utmost to reach you, but in the case that you fail to meet at the starting point in due time or you fail to participate in the excursion, Arctic Adventure has no obligations and do not make any refund.
Please Note
1. Please follow the safety rule and guidelines during the excursion.
2. The transfers and pick-up service are included in this excursion. To facilitate a smooth transfer, please email us which hotel you are staying at.
3. Arctic Adventure tour guide will contact you before departure. Please make sure your phone and email are reachable in Greenland.
4. If there are any last-minute changes, Arctic Adventure will contact you using your contact information and phone number. Please make sure your phone is reachable in Greenland.
5. Arctic Adventure will do its utmost to reach you, but in the case that you fail to meet at the starting point in due time or you fail to participate in the excursion, Arctic Adventure has no obligations and do not make any refund.
What’s Included
- Pick-up and Transfer
- English-speaking tour guide
Not Included
- Travel Cancellation Insurance
- Clothing
Practical Information
FAQ
For this excursion, we receive booking till the 4 days prior to the departure time of the excursion. However, please note that limited seats are provided. Late booking may be unavailable.
Weather in Greenland can be quite unpredictable, thus, cancellations and reschedule may occur.
If the excursion is cancelled due to weather conditions, failure to reach the minimum number of participants or other unpredictable situations, Arctic Adventure ApS reserves the right to cancel the excursion. For excursions cancelled by Arctic Adventure ApS under this situation, our customers will get a 100% refund.
Please go to “Practical Information” –>” Terms and Conditions” to view the detailed cancellation policy.
For excursions in Kangerlussuaq, transfers from and to Hotel Kangerlussuaq are included.
For excursions in Ilulissat and Nuuk, please refer to the “Included” and “Not Included” section for detailed information.
For excursions in Sisimiut, transfers starting from Hotel Sisimiut are included.
For excursions and tours in Iceland (apart from Whale Watching), pick-up and transfer from the nearest pick-up spot are included. Please check with the reception for detailed pick-up spot.
We strongly advise you to read the “Included” and “Not included” section for detailed information. If there should be any discrepancies about the transfer, the information under “included” and “not included” shall prevail.
If you have any further questions, feel free to contact us.
EQUIPMENT LIST
- Other clothing should be picked according to weather that day, you will not get much colder on the glacier as on the ground.
- Sturdy Hiking Boots – waterproof with good ankle support.
- Shirts, both short and long sleeves
- Mosquito Masks and Mosquito repellent. Mosquito season in Greenland runs from mid-June to mid-August
- Sunscream with high SPF
- Lip balm, cream and moisturizer
- Woollen/or thermal windproof hat, which covers your neck (alternatively, thermal face mask);
- Woollen/or thermal gloves (ideal as a base layer under waterproof gloves or mittens);
- Woollen/or thermal socks
- Warm, insulated winter jacket
