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Which side of the plane to sit from Narsarsuaq Airport (Narssarssuaq) to Narsaq Heliport (Narsaq)?

Our Recommendation
9.2

Right Side of the Plane

While both sides offer stunning views of the Greenlandic wilderness, the right side provides a more expansive look at the Tunulliarfik Fjord and the massive icebergs that frequently drift through its waters.

Right Side Highlights
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Tunulliarfik Fjord

The main waterway filled with varying shades of blue water and white ice fragments.

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Illerfissuaq Cliffs

Dramatic, sheer rock faces that drop straight into the cold arctic waters below.

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Iceberg Graveyards

Shallow areas where massive icebergs from the inland glaciers get grounded and stack up.

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Narsaq Settlement

The final approach offers a stunning view of the multicolored houses of Narsaq against the dark rock.

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Glacial Silts

Intricate patterns in the water where glacial meltwater meets the sea, creating turquoise swirls.

This side is superior for seeing the scale of the icebergs. Use a fast shutter speed to capture the ice details from the low-flying helicopter or plane. Polarized sunglasses are highly recommended to cut the glare from the water and ice crystals. Keep your camera ready during the final 3 minutes of the flight for the best aerial shots of Narsaq.

Left Side Highlights
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Qassiarsuk (Brattahlid)

The historic Norse ruins where Eric the Red settled, visible shortly after takeoff across the water.

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Igdlerfigssalik Mountain

A prominent and sacred peak that dominates the skyline to the east of the flight path.

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Greenlandic Sheep Farms

Small, isolated green patches of farmland nestled against the rugged dark mountains.

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Igaliku Fjord Glimpses

Views over the mountain ridges toward the neighboring fjord system to the south.

Look out the window immediately upon departure from Narsarsuaq to spot the historical ruins of Brattahlid. The morning sun illuminates the green valleys on this side beautifully, making it ideal for photography of the contrasting landscape.

Top Activities in Narsaq
Route Information

Distance: 44 km (27 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 min

Departure: UAK (61.1604995728, -45.4259986877)

Arrival: JNS (60.9172827256, -46.059923172)

Route Type: Domestic

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