Glacier Hiking · Kulusuk
How to choose
Two glacier hiking itineraries operate around Kulusuk, both run by Nunatak Adventures with guidance in English. Pricing ranges from 303 € to 456 €, depending directly on the duration and starting location. The 4-hour excursion sets off directly from Kulusuk at 303 €. It combines glacier hiking with an ice cave exploration and is rated “Occasionally sporty”. The second option departs from Tasiilaq Harbour near Kulusuk instead of the village itself. This full outing lasts 7h, costs 456 €, and covers the ice cap with a rating of “Everybody welcome”. Choose the 4-hour tour from Kulusuk to explore an ice cave on a shorter route, or head to Tasiilaq for the 7-hour ice cap trek.
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Frequently asked questions
Where do the glacier hikes depart from?
Departures depend on the selected excursion. The 4-hour tour meets at HRG8+7RJ in Kulusuk, while the 7-hour trek departs from Tasiilaq Harbour in Tasiilaq near Kulusuk.
What are the price and duration differences between the tours?
Prices range between 303 € and 456 €. The shorter 4-hour outing costs 303 €, while the 7-hour outing costs 456 €.
What physical fitness level is required?
The 4-hour ice cave and glacier tour requires an “Occasionally sporty” level. The 7-hour ice cap excursion is rated “Everybody welcome”.
Which languages are used during the guided tours?
Both excursions operated by Nunatak Adventures are conducted in English.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -8.8 °C | 163.7 mm | Possible |
| February | -6.9 °C | 154.2 mm | Possible |
| March | -6.9 °C | 71 mm | Peak |
| April | -1.8 °C | 126 mm | Good |
| May | 2.4 °C | 81.1 mm | Peak |
| June | 5 °C | 72.5 mm | Peak |
| July | 8 °C | 55.6 mm | Peak |
| August | 6.9 °C | 61.2 mm | Peak |
| September | 4.6 °C | 88.1 mm | Peak |
| October | -0.2 °C | 133.4 mm | Possible |
| November | -6.5 °C | 143.1 mm | Possible |
| December | -8.2 °C | 152.1 mm | Possible |
Practical info
Equipment
Dress in warm layers with waterproof trousers, sturdy gloves, and a woollen hat.
Getting there
Depending on your booking, go directly to the meeting point at HRG8+7RJ in Kulusuk or travel to Tasiilaq Harbour.
See also
Glacier Hiking elsewhere
Other activities in Kulusuk
Updated September 2026