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1. Whale watching.
During the late summer and early autumn months, whales are so abundant in the Greenland seas that they are frequently visible from the shore. To experience whales close up it's better to take a whale watching boat trip. These can be found at several locations on the coast. Expect to see huge blue and fin whales, humpback and Greenland whales and - if you're lucky - a glimpse of the legendary one horned narwhal!
2. Dog sleighing
Experience the call of the wild with baying huskies in one of the last true wildernesses! Greenland's sleighing safaris are different in that there are no trees to hide the spectacular views. If you don't have time for a full weeks tour it's possible to take a trip of a few hours.
As there are no roads outside of the coastal towns, this is one of the few ways to travel Greenland's icebound interior. Best weather conditions for sleighing are found in early spring. You will find dog sledge tours offered at many local tourist offices.
3. Wilderness trekking
Few trekking destinations can match Greenland for the loneliness of it's trails. The wilderness between sea and ice cap is one of the world's most diversely beautiful regions. Green fjords, challenging mountains, rocky valleys, roaring rivers, windswept plateaus and majestic glaciers await the intrepid explorer. Trekking in Greenland is best undertaken through an organized trekking tour with an experienced guide.
4. Iceberg cruise
For an exotic and breathtaking cruise destination, Greenland is hard to beat. The big attractions are the graceful icebergs, often towering high above the cruise ship. Under the low midnight summer sun the colors of sea and icebergs can be spectacular. Stop offs at isolated Inuit coastal villages are a pleasant diversion. And the abundant sea life, including large whales, adds to the allure.
5. Northern lights
The northern lights are one of nature's most awesome spectacles and there's hardly a better place in the world to observe the phenomenon than Greenland. However do remember that auroral events are largely unpredictable. Cloudless skies and dark nights are preconditions. The northern lights are most frequently seen from September through to April around about midnight.
6. Midnight sun
North of the Arctic circle, Greenland also offers two special natural wonders - the midnight sun in summer and endless night in winter. You'll probably appreciate the endless summer days more than the dark nights though!
7. Culinary Greenland
Greenland's cuisine is a unique combination of traditional local ingredients and international styles. In Greenland's harsh environment, hunting and fishing have always been the main source of food. Locally harvested seafood (including whale and seal meat), reindeer and birds still feature on the menu today. Do be sure to try a traditional Greenland buffet, washed down with a bracing Greenland Coffee!
Whether you prefer active or passive adventure you will certainly find that the Greenland experience is different!
(c) Copyright 2008 by Lina Lindlom for http://www.nordicflights.com
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