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Which side of the plane to sit from Nanortalik Heliport (Nanortalik) to Qaqortoq Heliport (Qaqortoq)?

Our Recommendation
9.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers spectacular views of the dramatic inland mountain ranges and the world-famous granite peaks of Tasermiut Fjord.

Right Side Highlights
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Tasermiut Fjord Peaks

Witness the vertical granite walls of Ketil and Ulamertorsuaq, world-renowned among climbers.

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Sermeq Glacier

Catch glimpses of distant glacier tongues flowing from the South Greenland ice cap.

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Ammassivik

See the isolated sheep-farming settlement located along the inner fjord system.

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Alpine Valleys

Look down into deep, u-shaped valleys carved by ancient glacial activity.

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Inland Plateau

Observe the transition from lush green tundra to the stark, rocky interior highlands.

The right side is best in the afternoon when the sun highlights the textures of the granite mountain faces. Ensure your shutter speed is high to capture the rapid transitions between peaks during the helicopter transit.

Left Side Highlights
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Iceberg Drift

View massive icebergs drifting from the inland ice sheet toward the Labrador Sea.

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Uunartoq Island

Spot the location of Greenland's only natural hot springs nestled on this island.

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Alluitsup Paa

A aerial view of this remote fishing village characterized by colorful houses.

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Coastal Archipelagos

Thousands of small islands and skerries dot the rugged coastline along the route.

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Qaqortoq Harbor

Final approach offers a panoramic view of the bustling harbor and the town's tiered architecture.

Morning flights are ideal for the left side to avoid the harsh glare of the sun over the water. Keep an eye out for humpback whales in the fjords during the summer months.

Top Activities in Qaqortoq
Route Information

Distance: 77 km (48 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 8 min

Departure: JNN (60.1418839759, -45.232976675)

Arrival: JJU (60.7156841553, -46.0299186409)

Route Type: Domestic

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