Kangeq - Abandoned settlement
Tour info
Why take this tour?
CABIN BOAT EXCURSION A trip to the abandoned settlement of Kangeq is a trip back in time, for a glimse of life in the early days of Greenland. This is the area that the danish priest Hans Egede first founded a settlement in his pursuit for the last norsemen. A short ride takes us to the abandoned settlement of Kangeq. This is a walk through history. The settlement was abandoned in the 60s by order from the capital and now stands as it was left. This is also the area where Hans Egede lived and worked some of the years he lived in Greenland. The tour takes around 40 minutes from Nuuk, before you set foot in this abandoned place. You will then have appx 75 minutes in land with your guide, before we head back to Nuuk. This area was also the place to be for the old inuit cultures, as they use to meet from south and north and exhange gifts, do business and arrange marriages.
What’s included?
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Beverages -
Driver/guide -
Local guide -
All taxes, fees and handling charges -
Coffee and/or Tea -
Lunch
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
Things to know
Before you book
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Duration: 3h
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Mobile tickets accepted
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Instant confirmation
Covid Policy
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
Cancellation Policy
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
About operator:
Welcome to Nuuk Water Taxi - With many suitable boats carrying up to 12 passengers where key features are safety, service and great experiences for all kinds of travellers. So whether you want to experience fantastic scenarios of the Nuuk Fiords or have a need to quickly and safely get transported people or cargo - then Nuuk Water Taxi is a good solution.
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