Top 3 must-see nature activities in Nuuk

1. Glide next to the huge icebergs

It is a surreal and unique experience. With a bit of luck, you might even spot a humpback whale. There’s also the chance for a “polar dip.”

It’s pure meditation when you find yourself in the tranquility of the melting icebergs, feeling small and marveling at these wonders at your own pace.

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Wondering if there are any icebergs in Nuuk and how they look?

2. Taste your own freshly caught fish

My personal favorite trip in the Godthåbsfjord is a fishing trip to Qooqqut. Here, you get the chance to have your freshly caught fish prepared and eaten shortly after. They also offer a “safari” option, where you can try musk, reindeer and fish.

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A bonus to this trip is that you will have an unbelievable view during sunset.

3. Nuuk’s iconic mountain peaks

The mountains, Lille Malene and Store Malene, are two iconic peaks around Nuuk, offering stunning views and various hiking routes for both beginners and experienced hikers.

• Lille Malene (in Greenlandic, Quassussuaq)

  • Height: 443 meters

  • Length: 4-5 km

  • Duration: 2-3 hours

  • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Lille Malene is a relatively accessible hike, leading you through gentle hills and rocky trails to the top, where a spectacular panoramic view of Nuuk and the Godthåbsfjord awaits. The hike is suitable for beginners but still offers enough challenge to be interesting for more experienced hikers. Several routes lead to the top, but the most well-known and best-marked trail follows Nuuk’s ski trail.

Book a guided tour around Lille Malene here.

• Store Malene (in Greenlandic, Ukkusissat)

  • Height: 772 meters

  • Length: 10 km

  • Duration: 5-6 hours

  • Difficulty: Hard

Store Malene is a more demanding route, challenging you with steep climbs and rugged terrain. The reward is a breathtaking view from the top over the entire Nuuk area and surrounding fjords. This hike requires good physical condition and experience in mountain hiking but is a must-do for those seeking adventure.

Book your climb to the top of Ukussissat here.