Cruise Iceland & Greenland (2026)

The long hallway to our cabin on the cruise ship AIDAluna that would take us to Iceland & Greenland.

AIDAluna is a mid-sized, Sphinx-class cruise ship owned by Carnival Corporation and operated by the German cruise line AIDA Cruises. Launched in 2009 and recently modernized in December 2025, the vessel is famous for its signature exterior "kissing lips" artwork and a relaxed, informal onboard atmosphere.

While sailing on the North sea, we started exploring the AIDAluna cruise ship. This here is the entrance to the teen lounge which looked really futuristic.

AIDAluna is a mid-sized, Sphinx-class cruise ship owned by Carnival Corporation and operated by the German cruise line AIDA Cruises. Launched in 2009 and recently modernized in December 2025, the vessel is famous for its signature exterior "kissing lips" artwork and a relaxed, informal onboard atmosphere.

Sailing into Seyðisfjörður, Iceland aboard the AIDAluna cruise ship provided us with one of the most breathtaking, cinematic entrances in the cruising world. The ship was closely flanked on both sides by massive 1.000-meter-high mountains carved out by ancient glaciers.

Rjúkandafoss (commonly referred to simply as Rjúkandi) is a majestic, multi-tiered waterfall located in the Jökuldalur valley near Hofteigur in East Iceland. Standing as one of the country's tallest accessible waterfalls, it features a collective drop of 93 meters. Formed by the Ysta-Rjúkandi river, the water dramatically splits over rocky basalt cliffs before plunging into the valley below.

Rjúkandafoss (commonly referred to simply as Rjúkandi) is a majestic, multi-tiered waterfall located in the Jökuldalur valley near Hofteigur in East Iceland. Standing as one of the country's tallest accessible waterfalls, it features a collective drop of 93 meters. Formed by the Ysta-Rjúkandi river, the water dramatically splits over rocky basalt cliffs before plunging into the valley below. This here is a longer exposure of the lower part of the waterfall.

Stuðlagil Canyon is one of Iceland’s most phenomenal geological masterpieces. Located near the historic farm area of Eiríksstaðir in the Jökuldalur Valley of East Iceland, it features the country's largest collection of towering, hexagonal basalt columns flanking a vibrant, color-shifting river. After arriving at the canyon we looked straight down and had this amazing view.

Interestingly, this massive natural canyon was completely submerged and hidden under a raging, muddy glacial river for centuries. It was only revealed to the world in 2009 after the construction of the nearby Kárahnjúkar hydroelectric dam redirected the water and lowered its levels, exposing the stunning rock symmetry below.

Stuðlagil Canyon is one of Iceland’s most phenomenal geological masterpieces. Located near the historic farm area of Eiríksstaðir in the Jökuldalur Valley of East Iceland, it features the country's largest collection of towering, hexagonal basalt columns flanking a vibrant, color-shifting river. The colours of the water in combination with the basalt are insane.

Interestingly, this massive natural canyon was completely submerged and hidden under a raging, muddy glacial river for centuries. It was only revealed to the world in 2009 after the construction of the nearby Kárahnjúkar hydroelectric dam redirected the water and lowered its levels, exposing the stunning rock symmetry below.

Stuðlagil Canyon is one of Iceland’s most phenomenal geological masterpieces. Located near the historic farm area of Eiríksstaðir in the Jökuldalur Valley of East Iceland, it features the country's largest collection of towering, hexagonal basalt columns flanking a vibrant, color-shifting river. The basalt details left us speechless.

Interestingly, this massive natural canyon was completely submerged and hidden under a raging, muddy glacial river for centuries. It was only revealed to the world in 2009 after the construction of the nearby Kárahnjúkar hydroelectric dam redirected the water and lowered its levels, exposing the stunning rock symmetry below.

Stuðlagil Canyon is one of Iceland’s most phenomenal geological masterpieces. Located near the historic farm area of Eiríksstaðir in the Jökuldalur Valley of East Iceland, it features the country's largest collection of towering, hexagonal basalt columns flanking a vibrant, color-shifting river. There are so many beautiful scenic viewpoints and the one here allowed us to see further down the canyon.

Interestingly, this massive natural canyon was completely submerged and hidden under a raging, muddy glacial river for centuries. It was only revealed to the world in 2009 after the construction of the nearby Kárahnjúkar hydroelectric dam redirected the water and lowered its levels, exposing the stunning rock symmetry below.

Stuðlagil Canyon is one of Iceland’s most phenomenal geological masterpieces. Located near the historic farm area of Eiríksstaðir in the Jökuldalur Valley of East Iceland, it features the country's largest collection of towering, hexagonal basalt columns flanking a vibrant, color-shifting river. This really massive basalt island really stood out from the rest.

Interestingly, this massive natural canyon was completely submerged and hidden under a raging, muddy glacial river for centuries. It was only revealed to the world in 2009 after the construction of the nearby Kárahnjúkar hydroelectric dam redirected the water and lowered its levels, exposing the stunning rock symmetry below.

The lovely rainbow walk towards Seyðisfjarðarkirkja, a small church in the village of Seyðisfjörður in Iceland.

The Rainbow Street (officially named Ranagata) is a vibrant, painted stone walkway leading directly up to the iconic light-blue wooden church. It was created as a community project in 2016 by local residents and town employees who painted the path in rainbow colors.

Loved this small rock in Blue Lake near the town of Reykjahlíð in Iceland. It is located just off the main road near the local geothermal infrastructure. Bathing or swimming is not permitted here because it is an industrial geothermal runoff/feature near the power station.

The mountain Námafjall in the background of the geothermal area at Hverir near the town of Reykjahlíð in Iceland.

Hverir (also known as Námaskarð or Hverarönd) is a surreal, hyper-active geothermal field located at the base of the Námafjall mountain, just a short drive east of Reykjahlíð near Lake Mývatn. It is famous for its bright ochre-red landscape, roiling gray mud pots and high-pressure steam vents that release a heavy, unmistakable rotten-egg scent of sulfur gas. The sulfur gases break down the surrounding basalt rock into fine, powdery clay. Rain and geothermal groundwater mix with this clay to create thick, gray mud pots (fumaroles) that violently pop and burp at temperatures exceeding 80° to 100° Celcius.

Wandering around in the sulfurous environment of the geothermal area of Hverir near the town of Reykjahlíð in Iceland.

Hverir (also known as Námaskarð or Hverarönd) is a surreal, hyper-active geothermal field located at the base of the Námafjall mountain, just a short drive east of Reykjahlíð near Lake Mývatn. It is famous for its bright ochre-red landscape, roiling gray mud pots and high-pressure steam vents that release a heavy, unmistakable rotten-egg scent of sulfur gas. The ground here is highly acidic, saturated with sulfur deposits and heavily baked by subterranean heat, making it physically impossible for vegetation to take root.

We came from this winding road through the mountains to visit the geothermal area Hverir near the town of Reykjahlíð in Iceland.

Hverir (also known as Námaskarð or Hverarönd) is a surreal, hyper-active geothermal field located at the base of the Námafjall mountain, just a short drive east of Reykjahlíð near Lake Mývatn. It is famous for its bright ochre-red landscape, roiling gray mud pots and high-pressure steam vents that release a heavy, unmistakable rotten-egg scent of sulfur gas.

Dimmuborgir (translated as the "Dark Castles") is a vast, dramatic expanse of unusually shaped lava fields and volcanic caves located in the Skútustaðir district just east of Lake Mývatn in northern Iceland. Formed around 2,300 years ago during a massive volcanic eruption, the area resembles the haunting, collapsed ruins of a giant, mythical citadel.

The rugged rocks are the result of erosion. A massive lava lake flowed over a wet marshland. As the water boiled underneath, steam trapped in columns hardened the lava from within. When the top crust eventually drained away, it left behind these towering, hollow black pillars and sweeping arches.

The striking, pale white or grayish coating covering the volcanic rocks at Dimmuborgir is primarily woolly fringe-moss, mostly called white moss.

Dimmuborgir (translated as the "Dark Castles") is a vast, dramatic expanse of unusually shaped lava fields and volcanic caves located in the Skútustaðir district just east of Lake Mývatn in northern Iceland. Formed around 2,300 years ago during a massive volcanic eruption, the area resembles the haunting, collapsed ruins of a giant, mythical citadel.

The most famous "hole in the rocks" in the Dimmuborgir lava field is Gatklettur, often referred to as the lava window or lava gate.

Dimmuborgir (translated as the "Dark Castles") is a vast, dramatic expanse of unusually shaped lava fields and volcanic caves located in the Skútustaðir district just east of Lake Mývatn in northern Iceland. Formed around 2,300 years ago during a massive volcanic eruption, the area resembles the haunting, collapsed ruins of a giant, mythical citadel.

Geitafoss is a powerful, churning 4-to-6-meter waterfall located on the Skjálfandafljót river directly beneath the pedestrian footbridge just downstream from Goðafoss in northern Iceland. Standing right in the middle of the bridge gives you an incredible, unobstructed view looking directly down into the Geitafoss chute. It lets you see the natural stone arch and the basalt canyon walls pop visually.

Geitafoss is the smaller, quieter sibling to Goðafoss in Iceland, located just about 200 meters downstream on the very same Skjálfandafljót river. Rather than a broad drop, the river tightens into a churning, forceful chute right near the pedestrian bridge. It is tight, loud, and incredibly dramatic up close.

The full experience of Goðafoss in Iceland. Fed by the glacial waters of the Skjálfandafljót river, it crashes over a curved, horseshoe-shaped basalt cliff that splits the roaring torrent into distinct, spectacular cascades. While modest in height compared to other Icelandic falls, its dramatic proportions, striking turquoise water, and immense historical significance make it one of the most captured natural wonders in the country.

The smaller waterfall next to Goðafoss in Iceland. Fed by the glacial waters of the Skjálfandafljót river, it crashes over a curved, horseshoe-shaped basalt cliff that splits the roaring torrent into distinct, spectacular cascades. While modest in height compared to other Icelandic falls, its dramatic proportions, striking turquoise water, and immense historical significance make it one of the most captured natural wonders in the country.

Climbing to the highest viewpoint we got to experience the full view of Goðafoss in Iceland. Fed by the glacial waters of the Skjálfandafljót river, it crashes over a curved, horseshoe-shaped basalt cliff that splits the roaring torrent into distinct, spectacular cascades. While modest in height compared to other Icelandic falls, its dramatic proportions, striking turquoise water, and immense historical significance make it one of the most captured natural wonders in the country.

The Goðafoss waterfall in Iceland famously drops from a height of 12 meters and spans a width of 30 meters. Fed by the glacial waters of the Skjálfandafljót river, it crashes over a curved, horseshoe-shaped basalt cliff that splits the roaring torrent into distinct, spectacular cascades. While modest in height compared to other Icelandic falls, its dramatic proportions, striking turquoise water, and immense historical significance make it one of the most captured natural wonders in the country.

The pedestrian footbridge at Goðafoss in Fosshóll, Iceland crosses the turquoise waters of the Skjálfandafljót river, linking the east and west viewing platforms of the famous "Waterfall of the Gods". On a rare sunny day in northern Iceland, the sun beautifully illuminates the deep volcanic canyon, vibrant green mosses and the misty spray rising from the massive horseshoe-shaped falls nearby. Walking across the timber and metal structure offers a panoramic, 360-degree view of one of Iceland’s most iconic natural landscapes.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. This huge chunk of ice was the first iceberg we encountered when entering the sound.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. The Sermeq Kuatdleq glacier slides around the huge rock splitting it in two.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. We truly enjoyed this frontal view of the Sermeq Kuatdleq glacier.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. Passing the Sermerunerit glacier, nicely reflected in the water.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. Here we are in front of the Sermerunerit glacier.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. Getting so close to the glaciers meant we could see all the details of the Sermerunerit glacier.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. The steep glacial rocks were magnificent to see and they reflected really nice in the water.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. Depending on the light and the direction we were looking, the water turned either blue or greenish blue. We loved these reflections on the greenish water.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. Seeing the Kangerluk glacier was a true privilege.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. Here we're leaving the Kangerluk Fjord and its massive glacier.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. Mesmerizing reflections were everywhere around us and it was sometimes hard to know where to look.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. Not all glaciers reach the water but are equally interesting, they're called hanging glaciers.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. We loved the amazing details being this close to this hanging glacier.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. We were really taken by the reflections near this iceberg shaped like a rocket ship.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. We had just passed a hanging glacier when we saw this phenomenal light reflecting in the water.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. Because of the totally clear skies we witnessed some insanely beautiful light reflections.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. Thie is the view we had looking back halfway into the Sound.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. Lots of blue ice in this sidearm of the Kujallek glacier.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. It was amazing to see the incredible details of this sidearm of the Kujalleq glacier.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. Here we are passing a small sidearm of the Kujalleq glacier.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. We couldn't have wished for a better time to get this unique view of an iceberg passing this glacier.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. The detailed view of this passing iceberg was truly spectacular.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. Here we are in front of a sidearm of the Kujalleq glacier.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. Here we are making a turn through the mountainous area near the end of the passage through the sound.

Prince Christian Sound is a breathtaking 100 km natural strait located at the southernmost tip of Greenland. It meanders through towering granite mountains that reach heights up to 1400 meters, separating mainland Greenland from the islands of the Cape Farewell Archipelago. Dozens of massive, icy-blue glaciers spill directly down the sheer cliffs, filling the channel with floating icebergs. It is heralded as one of the world's most spectacular scenic cruise passages and we couldn't agree more being on the cruise ship AIDAluna. We passed two magnificent icebergs while we were almost at the end of our journey through the sound.

We loved spending some time at the Nuuk Boardwalk, a scenic, modern wooden pedestrian walkway that tightly grips the rugged southwestern coastline of Greenland's capital. First initiated in 2020 and continually expanded by local artisans, it has quickly become a favorite destination for both locals and travelers to experience the dramatic intersection of Arctic nature and urban life.

Nuuk is the capital, largest city, and cultural heart of Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark. Positioned at the mouth of the spectacular Nuup Kangerlua fjord on the southwestern coast, it serves as the ultimate hub where modern Arctic urban life intersects with traditional Inuit culture.

We really liked the colourful housing blocks at Annersuaq lake, nicely reflected in the still water. Known as Badesøen in Danish, Annersuaq translates to "the large cape/headland" or relates to the surrounding fields.

Nuuk is the capital, largest city, and cultural heart of Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark. Positioned at the mouth of the spectacular Nuup Kangerlua fjord on the southwestern coast, it serves as the ultimate hub where modern Arctic urban life intersects with traditional Inuit culture.

While driving around in the small capital city of Nuuk we stopped at Annersuaq lake as we were drawn to the nice reflections in the water. The yellow bus passing gave the reflection a nice touch. Annersuaq is known locally as Badesøen, meaning "the swimming lake"), but we did not see anyone swimming there nor could we imagine it would have been a nice experience.

Nuuk is the capital, largest city, and cultural heart of Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark. Positioned at the mouth of the spectacular Nuup Kangerlua fjord on the southwestern coast, it serves as the ultimate hub where modern Arctic urban life intersects with traditional Inuit culture.

While exploring the small harbour in the old town of Nuuk, we noticed this cute translucent iceberg floating by.

Nuuk is the capital, largest city, and cultural heart of Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark. Positioned at the mouth of the spectacular Nuup Kangerlua fjord on the southwestern coast, it serves as the ultimate hub where modern Arctic urban life intersects with traditional Inuit culture.

Next to the lutheran church in Nuuk we found this shed with a cross, hence named it the holy shed although we were not really sure if it belonged to the church or not.

Nuuk is the capital, largest city, and cultural heart of Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark. Positioned at the mouth of the spectacular Nuup Kangerlua fjord on the southwestern coast, it serves as the ultimate hub where modern Arctic urban life intersects with traditional Inuit culture.

The Lutheran cathedral in Nuuk, officially known as the Church of Our Saviour (Annaassisitta Oqaluffia in Greenlandic or Vor Frelser Kirke in Danish), is an iconic timber framing church located in the historic Old Nuuk neighborhood. Established in 1849, its distinct brick-red walls and towering spire serve as a definitive visual symbol of Greenland's capital.

Nuuk is the capital, largest city, and cultural heart of Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark. Positioned at the mouth of the spectacular Nuup Kangerlua fjord on the southwestern coast, it serves as the ultimate hub where modern Arctic urban life intersects with traditional Inuit culture.

Sermitsiaq is an iconic 1,210-meter tall mountain located on an island in the Nuup Kangerlua (Nuuk Fjord), about 15 kilometers northeast of Nuuk, the capital of Greenland. Because of cloud formations it is hardly visible most of the times.

Disko Bay in western Greenland features massive icebergs that have broken off the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the fastest-moving glaciers in the world. Many drifting ice chunks match the height of apartment buildings, some reaching colossal sizes. We passed many of these while sailing on the cruise ship AIDAluna towards the small settlement of Ilimanaq. We couldn't get enough of the amazing light on this iceberg.

Disko Bay in western Greenland features massive icebergs that have broken off the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the fastest-moving glaciers in the world. Many drifting ice chunks match the height of apartment buildings, some reaching colossal sizes. We passed many of these while sailing on the cruise ship AIDAluna towards the small settlement of Ilimanaq. This one resembled a floating ice cliff.

Disko Bay in western Greenland features massive icebergs that have broken off the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the fastest-moving glaciers in the world. Many drifting ice chunks match the height of apartment buildings, some reaching colossal sizes. We passed many of these while sailing on the cruise ship AIDAluna towards the small settlement of Ilimanaq. This one had a mountain in the middle.

Disko Bay in western Greenland features massive icebergs that have broken off the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the fastest-moving glaciers in the world. Many drifting ice chunks match the height of apartment buildings, some reaching colossal sizes. We passed many of these while sailing on the cruise ship AIDAluna towards the small settlement of Ilimanaq. This one featured a miniature glacier of its own.

Disko Bay in western Greenland features massive icebergs that have broken off the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the fastest-moving glaciers in the world. Many drifting ice chunks match the height of apartment buildings, some reaching colossal sizes. We passed many of these while sailing on the cruise ship AIDAluna towards the small settlement of Ilimanaq. We loved this slanted one with a hole in it.

Disko Bay in western Greenland features massive icebergs that have broken off the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the fastest-moving glaciers in the world. Many drifting ice chunks match the height of apartment buildings, some reaching colossal sizes. We passed many of these while sailing on the cruise ship AIDAluna towards the small settlement of Ilimanaq. The steep ice cliffs on this one really shows how high they are.

Disko Bay in western Greenland features massive icebergs that have broken off the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the fastest-moving glaciers in the world. Many drifting ice chunks match the height of apartment buildings, some reaching colossal sizes. We passed many of these while sailing on the cruise ship AIDAluna towards the small settlement of Ilimanaq. This one was more or less square.

Disko Bay in western Greenland features massive icebergs that have broken off the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the fastest-moving glaciers in the world. Many drifting ice chunks match the height of apartment buildings, some reaching colossal sizes. We passed many of these while sailing on the cruise ship AIDAluna towards the small settlement of Ilimanaq. Half of this iceberg had already melted with some small pieces still attached. With a bit of imagination we found it looked like a small playground.

Disko Bay in western Greenland features massive icebergs that have broken off the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the fastest-moving glaciers in the world. Many drifting ice chunks match the height of apartment buildings, some reaching colossal sizes. We passed many of these while sailing on the cruise ship AIDAluna towards the small settlement of Ilimanaq. The sun reflected on the ice was truly phenomenal to see.

Disko Bay in western Greenland features massive icebergs that have broken off the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the fastest-moving glaciers in the world. Many drifting ice chunks match the height of apartment buildings, some reaching colossal sizes. We passed many of these while sailing on the cruise ship AIDAluna towards the small settlement of Ilimanaq. On this one we loved the blue details near the water.

The midnight sun in Disko Bay, Greenland, is one of the most spectacular natural phenomena in the Arctic, transforming the landscape into a dreamscape of pink, gold, and purple hues that blur the line between evening and dawn. Experiencing this from the cruise ship AIDAluna anchored off the coast of the historic settlement of Ilimanaq provided an unforgettable front-row seat to massive icebergs drifting under a sun that took forever to go under, way past midnight.

Ilimanaq is a historic, remote Arctic settlement on the west coast of Greenland in Disko Bay, located about 15 kilometers (9 miles) south of the Ilulissat Icefjord. At the time of our visit it had 56 inhabitants. The village features carefully restored 18th-century colonial buildings, old warehouses, a blubber-boiling plant and a picturesque wooden church built in 1908. Here are some yellow and red houses.

Ilimanaq is a historic, remote Arctic settlement on the west coast of Greenland in Disko Bay, located about 15 kilometers (9 miles) south of the Ilulissat Icefjord. At the time of our visit it had 56 inhabitants. The village features carefully restored 18th-century colonial buildings, old warehouses, a blubber-boiling plant and a picturesque wooden church built in 1908.

Ilimanaq is a historic, remote Arctic settlement on the west coast of Greenland in Disko Bay, located about 15 kilometers (9 miles) south of the Ilulissat Icefjord. At the time of our visit it had 56 inhabitants. The village features carefully restored 18th-century colonial buildings, old warehouses, a blubber-boiling plant, and a picturesque wooden church built in 1908. The little green house is one example of that.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. The was the first of the larger icebergs we were about to see.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. This one had a giant ice cave.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. This one was full of holes.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. The blue ice really came out in the sunlight.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. Awesome reflections were everywhere we looked.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. This one had some steep ice cliffs showing where it broke off the glacier.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. Under the influence of the sea water this one had an overhanging corner.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. This one had a large ice cave.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. This one looked like it was covered in a blanket.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. Beautiful ice scenes like these were all over the place.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. We were so lucky with the weather, lots of sunshine and no wind so we got to see these beautiful icy art reflections.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. This particular one is a true piece of ice art.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. Here we are heading for the most spectacular one. The reflection in the still water was truly mesmerising.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. Icebergs have all forms and shapes and it's fun to try to name them. We named this one the mushroom.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. We loved the amazing light from the other side shining through the opening at the top.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. The light through the hole at the top of this iceberg is truly amazing.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. This scene was by far the most spectacular to witness, one iceberg passing a much bigger one and with the abundant sunshine it created some great backlit iceberg art.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. We loved this one with the top appearing loosely connected to the rest.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

While anchored off the coast at the small settlement of Ilimanaq we took a tour on a small boat towards the Ilulissat Icefjord to see the icebergs up close. This massive one was melting in the sunshine.

The Ilulissat Icefjord is a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the western coast of Greenland, roughly 250 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It is fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, which is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world, moving at a staggering speed of roughly 40 meters per day and calving over 35 to 46 cubic kilometers of ice annually.

Enormous icebergs traveling down the 55 km long fjord run aground at the mouth of the fjord on an underwater moraine known as Isfjeldsbanken, creating a massive collection of towering ice sculptures before they break free into Disko Bay.

The rugged mountains in the south of Greenland represent some of the most dramatic alpine terrain in the Arctic. We were travelling on the cruise ship AIDAluna and navigated south along the western coastline from the Davis Strait into the fjords around Nanortalik. It treated us to a breathtaking arena of sheer granite walls, spire-like peaks, and cascading glaciers. The region’s landscape is so vertical and imposing that it has earned the nickname "The Arctic Patagonia".

The little blue shed numbered 1224 sitting right on the edge of the Nanortalik harbour is one of the most famous, highly photographed focal points for cruise passengers visiting southern Greenland. When a massive vessel like the AIDA cruise ship AIDAluna anchors out in the deep waters of the fjord, it creates a striking visual contrast: a tiny, vibrant Arctic utility shed standing in the foreground, juxtaposed against a towering, multi-deck modern cruise liner anchored in the harbour behind it.

The only gas pump in Nanortalik, Greenland, is operated by Polaroil, the state-owned fuel company responsible for the energy supply across Greenland's remote towns and settlements. Located directly alongside the harbour, this single, essential refueling station serves dual duties: providing petrol and diesel for the town's small number of road vehicles and supplying crucial fuel to local fishing boats, expedition ribs, and transatlantic sailing yachts.

Historically, the vibrant colours of the buildings in Nanortalik and throughout Greenland served a highly functional, civic purpose. Long before modern maps, a strict color-coding system helped residents instantly identify the function of public buildings from a distance. Red indicated churches, school houses and buildings tied to religion or education. We loved the yellow wooden uprights.

The Nanortalik church is a historic, wooden Danish Lutheran church located in the old colonial quarter of Nanortalik, southern Greenland. Consecrated in 1916, this striking white building with black trim serves as a prominent visual landmark and remains the only church serving the town's local congregation.

We saw some impressive drifting icebergs and pack ice up close by taking a local boat tour from the southernmost Greenland town of Nanortalik. Massive freshwater icebergs and ocean pack ice drift down from the east coast, creating vibrant blue ice formations against green hills. This one was shining bright like a diamond. Ice presence changes daily with wind and currents.

We saw some impressive drifting icebergs and pack ice up close by taking a local boat tour from the southernmost Greenland town of Nanortalik. Massive freshwater icebergs and ocean pack ice drift down from the east coast, creating vibrant blue ice formations against green hills. When trying to come up with a name for this iceberg we both thought it looked like a submarine. Ice presence changes daily with wind and currents.

We saw some impressive drifting icebergs and pack ice up close by taking a local boat tour from the southernmost Greenland town of Nanortalik. Massive freshwater icebergs and ocean pack ice drift down from the east coast, creating vibrant blue ice formations against green hills. This one shows water streams caused by melting. Ice presence changes daily with wind and currents.

We saw some impressive drifting icebergs and pack ice up close by taking a local boat tour from the southernmost Greenland town of Nanortalik. Massive freshwater icebergs and ocean pack ice drift down from the east coast, creating vibrant blue ice formations against green hills. All icebergs are sculptured by melting ice with a bit of help of the wind. Ice presence changes daily with wind and currents.

We saw some impressive drifting icebergs and pack ice up close by taking a local boat tour from the southernmost Greenland town of Nanortalik. Massive freshwater icebergs and ocean pack ice drift down from the east coast, creating vibrant blue ice formations against green hills. This one has some nice ridges in blue caused by the backlit sunshine. Ice presence changes daily with wind and currents.

We saw some impressive drifting icebergs and pack ice up close by taking a local boat tour from the southernmost Greenland town of Nanortalik. Massive freshwater icebergs and ocean pack ice drift down from the east coast, creating vibrant blue ice formations against green hills. It looks like this one could break in two in the not so distant future. Ice presence changes daily with wind and currents.

We saw some impressive drifting icebergs and pack ice up close by taking a local boat tour from the southernmost Greenland town of Nanortalik. Massive freshwater icebergs and ocean pack ice drift down from the east coast, creating vibrant blue ice formations against green hills. This one has its own bay. Ice presence changes daily with wind and currents.

We saw some impressive drifting icebergs and pack ice up close by taking a local boat tour from the southernmost Greenland town of Nanortalik. Massive freshwater icebergs and ocean pack ice drift down from the east coast, creating vibrant blue ice formations against green hills. The polished surface is created by the influence of sun and wind. Ice presence changes daily with wind and currents.

We saw some impressive drifting icebergs and pack ice up close by taking a local boat tour from the southernmost Greenland town of Nanortalik. Massive freshwater icebergs and ocean pack ice drift down from the east coast, creating vibrant blue ice formations against green hills. We found this to be a fantasy island to be explored. Ice presence changes daily with wind and currents.

We saw some impressive drifting icebergs and pack ice up close by taking a local boat tour from the southernmost Greenland town of Nanortalik. Massive freshwater icebergs and ocean pack ice drift down from the east coast, creating vibrant blue ice formations against green hills. This one looks like a mountainous island all by itself. Ice presence changes daily with wind and currents.

We saw some impressive drifting icebergs and pack ice up close by taking a local boat tour from the southernmost Greenland town of Nanortalik. Massive freshwater icebergs and ocean pack ice drift down from the east coast, creating vibrant blue ice formations against green hills. These look like two separate ones, yet they are connected under the surface. Ice presence changes daily with wind and currents.

We saw some impressive drifting icebergs and pack ice up close by taking a local boat tour from the southernmost Greenland town of Nanortalik. Massive freshwater icebergs and ocean pack ice drift down from the east coast, creating vibrant blue ice formations against green hills. We loved how the light reflected in the blueish ice. Ice presence changes daily with wind and currents.

We saw some impressive drifting icebergs and pack ice up close by taking a local boat tour from the southernmost Greenland town of Nanortalik. Massive freshwater icebergs and ocean pack ice drift down from the east coast, creating vibrant blue ice formations against green hills. This part looked like a glowing bowl. Ice presence changes daily with wind and currents.

We saw some impressive drifting icebergs and pack ice up close by taking a local boat tour from the southernmost Greenland town of Nanortalik. Massive freshwater icebergs and ocean pack ice drift down from the east coast, creating vibrant blue ice formations against green hills. This one had its own blueish inlet. Ice presence changes daily with wind and currents.

An absolutely unforgettable moment near Greenland! Watching this pretty special sunset over the endless expanse of the Labrador Sea from the deck of the cruise ship AIDAluna was truly a great experience. Because of the high latitude in the Arctic regions, the sun follows a low trajectory relative to the horizon, which often results in incredibly long, slow, and vibrant color displays that stretch across the sky.

A sunset over the Labrador Sea near Greenland from the AIDAluna cruise ship lights up the clouds in deep red hues.

High-latitude sunsets in the North often create long, vibrant displays of red, orange, and pink light as the low sun hits cloud layers at a shallow angle.

Bæjarfoss is the lowest and first waterfall you reach on the Dynjandi Fjallfoss Trail in the Westfjords of Iceland. It was just a short, few-minute walk from the main parking area and marks the start of an 800 meter steady uphill climb that passes six other named waterfalls before reaching the massive Dynjandi at the top.

Well on my way to Strompgljúfrafoss in the distance with Dynjandi itself a little further up. The path is well-fenced and structured with rocky steps to protect the surrounding fragile vegetation.

Dynjandi is actually the grand finale of a series of seven distinct waterfalls. While I hiked up, I already passed a few smaller cascades: Bæjarfoss, Hundafoss, Hrísvaðsfoss and Göngumannafoss with Strompgljúfrafoss and Hæstahjallafoss still to follow.

The Dynjandi waterfall, widely regarded as the jewel of the Westfjords Region of Iceland, is famous for its unique bridal veil shape. The massive waterfall drops 100 meters, starting at a width of 30 meters at the top and fanning out beautifully to 60 meters wide at its base. The walk up was a short but steep uphill climb that took me roughly 15 to 30 minutes to reach the main viewpoint.

Strompgljúfrafoss is the second-highest waterfall in the iconic Dynjandi (Fjallfoss) waterfall series located in Iceland’s remote Westfjords. Dropping over 20 meters into a dramatic canyon, it is the second cascade you encounter from the top when going down the Dynjandi Fjallfoss Trail.

While sailing away from Ísafjörður in Iceland we passed the cruise ship Queen Mary 2 on the Northern Atlantic Ocean which was, like us, en route to Reykjavik.

Earlier in the year we had travelled on the Queen Mary 2 for 57 days and we're glad we don't ever have to be on it again. It's one of the dirtiest ships out there. The cruise ship AIDAluna we are travelling on now is many, many times better.

While driving towards Geysir and Gullfoss in Iceland, we stopped at this winding side road to admire the unspoilt mountain views. The overcast sky gave it quite a dramatic look.

Small eruption of the Strokkur geyser in the Haukadalur Valley, Iceland.

Strokkur (which translates to "The Churn" in Icelandic) is a fountain-type geyser. It is highly celebrated globally because it is one of the only natural geysers on Earth that erupts with absolute predictability and frequency. It erupts every 4 to 10 minutes and launches water 15 to 20 meters high. Every explosive spray lasts only a few seconds though.

The Haukadalur Valley in southwest Iceland features active steaming vents, bubbling mud pools, and the famous Strokkur geyser along the Golden Circle route. Small, hissing openings release high-temperature steam across the mineral-streaked landscape. Boiling clay and mineral deposits bubble in small, colorful pools.

A great overview of Gullfoss, the famous two-tiered waterfall located on the Hvítá river in south-west Iceland. The total drop is 32 meters, split into an 11-meter upper drop and a 21-meter lower plunge. The name translates to "Golden Falls" because sunlight reflecting off the glacial sediment often gives the water a golden hue which wasn't the case here as it was raining heavily.

The Hvítá River plunges 32 meters in two cascading stages into the deep Gullfossgjúfur canyon at Gullfoss, an amazing waterfall in Iceland. This second steep plunge measures 21 meters in height. The surrounding dark basalt canyon walls rise up to 70 meters high.

The Hvitá River starting its descend towards Gullfoss, one of the more spectacular waterfalls in Iceland. The river originates at the Langjökull glacier and the glacial lake Hvítárvatn. Summer offers full glacial meltwater volume and accessible lower walking trails.