This is the island’s agricultural centre and the destination for most visitors seeking outdoor activities. As elsewhere in Greenland, the scenery is amazing but, surprisingly for some, it is particularly colourful.
The verdant landscape is dotted with towns and villages. There are working sheep farms; Inuit and Norse ruins and at Uunartoq and not far from Qaqortoq, the only hot springs in Greenland – where it is possible to bathe in the warm waters whilst watching icebergs floating in a nearby fjord.
Qaqortoq has a population of 3,500 and is the hub of South Greenland. With its multi-coloured houses perched on a mountainside it rates as one of the islands’ most beautiful towns – it also boasts the only fountain in the country, in the old square surrounded by historic buildings dating back to 1781.
It’s not just about where you go, but how you experience it. I’m here to turn that trip into an adventure you’ll cherish.
Trip ideas
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South Greenland Expedition Voyage
Arctic Small Ship CruiseExperience an in-depth exploration of southern Greenland by land, sea and air on this active voyage.
From £5955 Excluding Flights
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Hiking in South Greenland
Greenland EscortedOn this invigorating 10-day escorted holiday, you’ll enjoy extraordinary day hikes as well as discovering the region's Viking heritage.
From £4109 Excluding Flights
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Discover Greenland
Arctic Small Ship CruiseEnjoy an ultra-immersive exploration of some of Greenland’s most remote regions.
From £10196 Excluding Flights
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South Greenland Explorer
Greenland Independent Short BreakExperience South Greenland staying in Qaqortoq and Narsarsuaq, bordering an area which has recently been awarded UNESCO World Heritage status.
From £4203 Excluding Flights
Accommodation ideas
Other Greenland regions
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East Greenland
Settlements in this sparsely inhabited region are almost entirely limited to the Ammassalik area. Tasiilaq is the largest community and the administration centre.
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West Coast and Disko Bay
This is the centre for the fishing industry and the location of the country’s capital, Nuuk, but it is the acclaimed Disko Bay that is the draw for visitors.
