Tours in Nuuk - Ptarmigan hunt in the Nuuk fjord

Ptarmigan hunt in the Nuuk fjord

Join us for an unforgettable ptarmigan hunt in the Nuuk Fjord!

We carefully select the best hunting spots based on weather conditions and local knowledge, giving you the best chance for a successful hunt.

The ptarmigan, an iconic bird in Greenland, is discreet and almost invisible among rocks and moss. It changes its plumage with the seasons; white as snow in winter and brown-patterned like the mountains in summer, always perfectly camouflaged in the landscape.

Our team will be happy to accompany you on your first ptarmigan hunt. We typically set small groups ashore to explore different areas, offering our guests maximum flexibility and peace for their hunt.

Enjoy the nature, the tranquility, and experience a Greenlandic hunting tradition – an adventure you will never forget.

Note:
It is important to emphasize that you must have a valid hunting license.

You must bring your own hunting weapon.
It is possible to rent a pair of snowshoes.

The sailing time for the trip can vary depending on the season, from 30 minutes up to 2 hours.

Meeting point

All our departures from Nuuk start at the Tidewater Stairs.

Duration

9 hours

GOOD THINGS TO KNOW

We recommend bringing:

Warm, windproof clothing – preferably layered
Gloves and hat
Sunglasses
Warm footwear
Swimwear and towel
Camera (with extra batteries)
Lunch, snacks, and drinks

Included

The trip is on a closed boat with heated cabin, with a captain and guide as crew (english-speaking).
The boat has all required safety equipment, and a safety briefing will be given before departure.

Coffee and tea
Guaranteed beautiful experiences

Me and my friend have joined ‘ Qoornoq Island Tour’ in the beginning of April. It was absolutely magical experience and highly recommend! During the whole trip we had wonderful weather and the captain of the boat also told us about history of Greenland. The staff was also very nice! Thank you so much for your generous hospitality and also warm drinks on the boat ☕️

We had the most spectacular experience with Greeland Cruises on a whale safari in August 2024. Be aware that their terms of service specify that you can not get a refund after purchase regardless of how long in advance you ask for it. So I recommend ordering tickets only if you are certain you can make it. We booked 1 day in advance. Aside from the administrative downsides, Greenland Cruises provided a wonderful experience with 3 hours of whale watching. We were lucky enough to spot the giants before the trip even began, and we ended up seeing 3 or 4 unique whales. The captain made sure we had the best time and got us very close to one of the whales, which was the highlight of the experience. Very nice and informative crew. Do not get discouraged by the weather. There was thick fog and cloudy in Nuuk, and it had recently rained, but we did not experience any issues on the boat as it did not impact the tour (see videos) I highly recommend Greenland Cruises for this experience.