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Qeqertalik · Greenland
The town of an archipelago of thousands of islands at the entrance to Disko Bay, with a colonial museum, kayaking among islets, and whales at various times of year.
In the photo: Boats and warehouses in Aasiaat’s harbor, on Disko Bay.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Get to know the place
Aasiaat lies at the southwest entrance of Disko Bay, on an island in an archipelago of thousands of low, rocky islands, unlike the fjord-and-mountain coasts of the rest of the country. With about three thousand residents, it is the administrative capital of Qeqertalik.
The colony was founded in 1759 by Niels Egede, son of Hans Egede, under the name Egedesminde, and moved to its current site a few years later. Colonial houses line the harbor, and one of them, the former administrator’s residence, houses the town museum.
The archipelago is the main attraction: channels, coves and islets explored by boat or kayak, with icebergs coming from the Ilulissat Icefjord. Whales appear at various times, from humpbacks in summer to Greenland whales at the end of winter.
In winter, the town has cross-country ski trails and dog-sled rides.
This destination brings together 1 city: Aasiaat.
One destination, many paths
Start with one city or combine several in your itinerary.
Dados cartográficos: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL 1.0); contorno terrestre: Natural Earth (public domain). Adapted by Cidade Turismo.
✈ Aasiaat Mittarfia (JEG) · 3 km to Aasiaat
Flights connect Aasiaat with Nuuk and Ilulissat. In summer and autumn, regional boats run to towns around Disko Bay. Confirm routes before booking.
The local experience
Museum in the colonial administrator’s residence, from 1860, near Aasiaat’s harbor, with one of the country’s best displays on kayaks and dog sleds.
Thousands of low, rocky islets around Aasiaat at the southern entrance of Disko Bay, explored by boat or kayak among icebergs, seabirds and whales.
Before you go
A little planning leaves more time to enjoy the journey.
June to September for boats, kayaking and humpback whales. February to April for sleds, skiing and Greenland whales.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Two days are enough for the museum, the town and a trip through the archipelago. With three days you can fit a full day of kayaking.
Accommodations are in the center, near the harbor and the colonial houses, within walking distance of the museum and boat departure points.
Take your trash with you, follow the signs and support local businesses. In natural areas, follow the visiting guidelines.
Get your questions answered
Visit the museum, walk among the colonial houses and explore the archipelago by boat or kayak, with a chance to see whales.
Yes. Both are in Disko Bay, linked by a short flight and, in summer, by boat.
June to September for boats and kayaking, or February to April for sleds, skiing and Greenland whales.
Fewer than Ilulissat. It’s a town off the most popular routes, good for travelers seeking quiet.
