The Kulusuk ice cave holds significance in Greenland for various reasons. Discovered in 2016, it has seen fewer than 100 visitors. Unlike most ice caves that are accessible only in winter, this cave reforms in summer and can only be reached when the snow melts. Moreover, it currently stands as the sole ice cave tour available in the country.

Exploring the cave revealed insightful lessons in history, geology, and geography, challenging perceptions of depth and time within the glacier’s confines. Though our exploration spanned only 45 minutes, each moment felt elongated, as if every ice particle had a tale of its age to convey.

Practically, the trip takes 4-5 hours from Kulusuk or Tasiilaq, involving 2-3 hours on land and a manageable 1 km walk with a 100 m elevation gain. With expert guidance, almost any able-bodied person (with crampon shoe size 34 and above) can join this adventure!

This day trip is one of a few you can opt to do while in East Greenland. Booking is necessary.