Take a scenic helicopter flight over South Greenland’s fjords and icebergs before landing near Qalerallit Glacier for an up-close ice experience.

Lift off by helicopter and soar above South Greenland’s dramatic landscapes, with bird’s-eye views of fjords, icebergs, fishing boats, farms, and small villages. Fly onward to the Qalerallit glacier area, where massive ice walls calve into the sea and reveal the glacier’s retreat over time. Land on or near the glacier to walk on ancient ice, take in the scale of the ice cap, and sample pristine glacier water. This unforgettable experience blends flightseeing, geology, and raw Arctic beauty.

Energy Level

Duration

2 Hours

Type

ONCE IN A LIFE

Accessible

Shore Thing Highlights

Guided ice cap tour
Stunning views of Qalerallit glacier
Helicopter ride over fjords

Need to know

Maximum combined weight for 4 sailors is 1,060 lbs
Sailors weighing over 250 lbs will be required to pay for two seats
This Shore Thing includes approximately 45-minutes of flying time
This Shore Thing is weather dependent
Weather permitting, Sailors will land on the glacier and have time to walk around
This experience is not recommended for Sailors with a fear of heights
The walk to the helipad is on an incline and takes approximately 10–15 minutes

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Helicopter Flight to Qalerallit Glacier

Take a scenic helicopter flight over South Greenland’s fjords and icebergs before landing near Qalerallit Glacier for an up-close ice experience.

Shore Thing Highlights

Need to know

Experience shores the Virgin way

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