Greenland

Types of trips: Nature, Wildlife, Exploration, Marine, Geographical

Best known for: World's largest island that isn't a continent, Ice Sheets/Glaciers/Icebergs, Fishing (Prawns/Shrimp), Midnight Sun in Summer, Northern Lights

Why Go?: The icy country of Greenland is one of the most beautiful in the world; the country's flag itself was inspired by the visual of the sun reflecting off the huge expanses of ice here. While not very densely populated, the country has a rich and interesting culture and many things to see and do, and is a trip that will be remembered by anyone for a long time. 

Fact File

Population: 60,000

Capital: Nuuk

Language(s): Greenlandic, Danish

Ties to the UK?: Increasingly popular travel destination

Landscape: Mostly covered by a huge ice sheet in the centre of the island, with more mountainous and populated areas around the coast

Climate/Seasons: Chilly all year round but very cold in winter. Summer is warmer but still cold, as the ice and snow keep temperatures down.

When to Go: The summer months are the best time to visit Greenland  - June to August have the warmest temperatures and you can experience the phenomenon of the never setting sun!

Reasons to Visit: Greenland is a fascinating country with some truly stunning natural wonders and scenery - a must visit destination for anyone interested in nature and geography!

How to Get There: There is only one airport that really caters for international travel in Greenland, but you can also access the island via boat - one of the most popular ways of getting around locally also!

Places to Go: Nuuk, Greenland National Museum, Art Museum of Nuuk, Upernavik & Upernavik Museum, 

Famous People: Anders Hove, Knud Rasmussen, Kuupik Kleist

Natural Wonders/Wildlife: Northeast Greenland National Park, Diverse land/sea wildlife, Ice formations, Never setting sun in summer, Northern Lights

History: Gaining gradual independence from Denmark, mostly self-ruled

Architecture: Many old churches, brightly coloured houses

Culture: Inuit influenced, with a small but successful music culture

Sport: Football

Events: Nuuk Snow Festival, National Day (Summer Solstice)

Watch Out For: Some of the terrain can get quite treacherous, so make sure you're with somebody who knows the land and can give advice. 

Medical Issues: No vaccinations or boosters required, but check with your doctor if you are unsure! Low temperatures and high altitudes can pose risks, so make sure you are well informed upon how to be safe.