Disko Bay

Disko Bay Essentials

Disko Bay features the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord, fed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, the most productive in the Northern Hemisphere. This selection spans the mainland and Disko Island, highlighting 18th-century architecture like Zion’s Church and cultural landmarks such as the Knud Rasmussen monument. Natural features include the Lyngmarksbræen glacier and Qolortorsuaq waterfall, while the remote settlement of Oqaatsut provides a look into traditional coastal life and historical whaling heritage.