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It has only been a hundred years since the first Europeans arrived in the inhabited districts in East Greenland. Therefore the traditional Inuit culture continuously plays an important role in the local communities. In East Greenland the old traditions are being kept alive: Original faith is still reflected in the art and handicrafts made by local artists and drum dance is even now performed. Kulusuk is the gateway to East Greenland. During summer there are daily flights to Reykjavik. The village Kap Dan is found only half an hour walk from the airport. It is a typical settlement where the population still makes a living from hunting and fishing. Click here to see Kulusuk on Google Maps ™ Excursions The indicated prices are per person unless otherwise stated. Prices may change without prior notice due to specific conditions at the time and place of the excursion. Please note that not all excursions are available during every tour-programme that includes this destination. Please refer to the tour-programme for a list of excursions available on that particular tour. KU1: Easy Hike to the Village of Kap Dan We walk from Kulusuk to Kap Dan passing the cemetery to learn about traditions. We continue up to a view point to overlook the village before we descend to Kap Dan to experience the daily life in a Greenlandic settlement. Walk back to the hotel. Duration: 3 hours approx. Price: DKK 200 KU2: Drive up the mountain to View Point We drive from the hotel along a mountain track to a radio station on a mountaintop overlooking the Arctic Ocean and the Kulusuk Island. Duration: 2 hours approx. Price: DKK 295 KU3: Apusiaajik Glacier by boat We sail past a fascinating variety of icebergs and flow to the impressive Apusiaajik Glacier. This tour where you cruise close to a glacier is an unforgettable experience. Duration: 2 hours approx. Price: DKK 395 KU5: Hiking to the ruins of the mysterious hunting wall Easy hike from your hotel to the lake. We cross the river and walk into the marchland to the Big stone, which the local hunters have used to spot their prey for centuries. Close by we find the remains of an ancient wall which was used to trap the wild life. This wall is believed to date back several 100s of years. After refreshment stop we will go in search for an old hunter’s grave and also the old prayer stone, which was used to contact the ancient Inuit Gods. The guide will tell about Inuit beliefs and religious traditions to help bring this special place to life. Duration: 4 hours approx. Price: DKK 450 including coffee/tea |
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The mountains of Kulusuk
Greenlanders in national costume
Glaciers calving in East Greenland  Hotel Kulusuk | ||||
