The size of the ice sheet
Greenland’s ice sheet creates enormous glaciers, which under the influence of the force of gravity are forced out towards the coasts. Here the ice breaks off and forms the icebergs that are one of Greenland’s major natural attractions. The ice’s total area of 695,000 square miles corresponds to 14 times the size of England. The ice-free area amounts to 135,000 – equivalent to the area of Germany.

The ice contains 10 percent of the world’s reserves of fresh water as well as atmospheric particles which scientists can use to gain an insight into the climate of both Greenland and the Earth going back some 250,000 years.

Helicopter ride to the Ice Cap
Fly at low altitude over the icebergs that fill this 25 mile long fjord. The helicopter will fly close to the glacier and land on the rock at Kangia with a view over the glacier and the ice cap.  After a brief stop on the ground, continue over the Icefjord to the icebergs stranded at the mouth of the fjord.  Magnificent views with an opportunity to see some seals. (Animal sightings are not guaranteed).