Qeqertarsuaq - Meet & Greet: Greenlandic Sled Dogs Up Close

Excursion

From +€48pp

Prices vary by season. Exact pricing confirmed at booking.

5% discount applied when you pre-book online
Up to 5% extra discount available to HX Explorers
Duration
2h00
Activity level
Moderate – some mobility needed
Topics
Culture
Booking code
GLJGO-OP06

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Discover the tradition of dog sledding and the ways of life shaped by the ancient Greenlandic breed.
  • Learn how sled dogs have shaped Arctic life, guided by an experienced local.

  • Meet Greenlandic sled dogs up close and understand their role in winter survival.

  • See handmade dog sled gear and learn how it’s crafted for life on the ice.

  • Take in the panoramic ocean views as icebergs drift silently by.


Meet Greenland’s iconic sled dogs 

After a guided walk through the charming town of Qeqertarsuaq, you'll arrive at the dog sled area. 

With icebergs drifting in the distance, meet the pure Greenlandic sled dog – a powerful Arctic breed vital to survival and travel in the north. See the specialised equipment used for navigating the vast icy landscapes and learn firsthand how Greenlanders prepare for their winter journeys and care for sled dogs in the extreme Arctic climate. 

Practical information

  • Walking or Activity information: Involves moderate physical activity on relatively level surfaces and gentle terrain. Approx. 850 yds of walking on the road, plus 30 yds of rough, rocky ground on the way to the dogs. 

  • Wheelchair accessible: No 

  • Language availability: English 

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