Humpback whale · Greenland
Where to see humpback whales in Greenland
About this list
A common trap when looking for places to see humpback whales in Greenland is a trip sold as if the sighting were certain. Maptlantis lists only operators that name the humpback whale as a target species, 3 of them. Places that only mention a chance sighting are left out. Regions on record: Ilulissat and Nuuk. Encounters are split into boat-based watching. Two "humpback whale tours" can differ completely in rules and price when one watches from the boat and the other puts you in the water. 2 of the 3 operators (67%) publish prices on their own channels, so you can compare those directly; ask the rest. Estimated prices are not shown. Most listings give the season as Jun–Sep. Boats can still be canceled for sea and weather conditions, so check before you book. No operator can guarantee a wildlife sighting, and rules on approach distance and in-water permits differ by country.
3 listed operators
Greenland · Ilulissat
I Love Ilulissat Tours
Island hopping & boat tripsFamily & kidsMarine life encounters- Season
- Ask the operator
- Price
- DKK 750 / adult
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- Official source
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Greenland · Ilulissat
Whale Tours Ilulissat
Island hopping & boat tripsMarine life encounters- Season
- Jun–Sep
- Price
- DKK 1,195 and up
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- Official source
Greenland · Nuuk
Greenland Cruises Nuuk
Island hopping & boat tripsMarine life encounters- Season
- Ask the operator
- Price
- Price on request
- Checked
- Official source
Humpback whale season
Humpback whales in other countries
Activities in Greenland
Frequently asked questions
Where can you see humpback whales in Greenland?
3 operators name the humpback whale as a target species. Main regions: Ilulissat and Nuuk.
Do you have to get in the water to see humpback whales?
Formats on record: boat-based watching. Boat-based watching stays on the boat; snorkeling, swimming and freediving put you in the water. Some countries ban getting in the water altogether, so check the format in the program details.
When is humpback whale season?
Most listings give the season as Jun–Sep. Boats can still be canceled for sea and weather conditions, so check before you book.
Will I definitely see them?
No. Humpback whales are wild animals, and whether you meet them depends on their movements and the sea. Maptlantis does not use wording that promises a sighting, and cancellation and refund terms follow each operator's policy.