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East Greenland With James Popsys 2027
OPEN FOR BOOKINGS
Explore the remote corners of the Ammassalik area in Eastern Greenland, together with Jeroen Van Nieuwenhove & James Popsys, on this photography adventure. Giant castles of ice float by and there are no roads, so everything we photograph is reached by boat or on foot: calving glaciers, a 40 metre deep ice cave, a handful of Greenlandic settlements and, with a bit of luck, whales on the way there.
06/09/2027 - 13/09/2027 | 8 days/7 nights | 1495000 ISK per person (+- 10940 Euro) | 12 out of 12 spots available | Any experience level
The organising, fully licensed, travel agency behind this photography workshop is Nonni Travel. The applicable terms & conditions can be found on a separate page. The package price is in Icelandic Króna and equals +- 10940 Euro with the exchange rate of 10/10/2026.
Highlights Of This Photo Workshop
- Limited to only 12 spots (plus 2 workshop leaders: James Popsys & Jeroen Van Nieuwenhove)
- Explore the Ammassalik area in East Greenland, one of the most remote areas on the planet
- Full days on two private boats, six photographers and one workshop leader per boat, with the chance to photograph icebergs & whales
- Calving glaciers including Knud Rasmussen and Hann, and a guided visit to a 40 metre deep ice cave at Aputsiaq Glacier
- The settlement of Tiniteqilaaq above Sermilik Fjord and the remains of a Second World War US airbase
- Accommodation is in single rooms with private facilities, full board
- Flights between Iceland & Greenland are included in the package
- Meet at Keflavík Airport on the afternoon of 6 September 2027 and land back there on the evening of 13 September 2027
Want to read about previous photo workshops? Check out the detailed photo workshop reports on Jeroen’s blog!
Itinerary
This is the preliminary itinerary from the travel agency, and it may change depending on the weather and ice. Because of the time of year we’re travelling in, there’s a chance to capture the Northern Lights in the evenings.
Day 1 (06/09/2027) – Flying From Keflavík To Kulusuk And Sailing To Tasiilaq
We meet at Keflavík International Airport in the afternoon and fly to Kulusuk in Greenland (included). From the airport it’s an easy walk of about a kilometre down to the harbour while the luggage goes ahead separately, and from there two private boats take us to Tasiilaq, a 45 to 60 minute crossing. Tasiilaq is home for the next six nights, at Hotel Angmagssalik. A light dinner waits at the hotel, and if the sky clears we keep an eye out for the northern lights.
Day 2 (07/09/2027) – Hann Glacier In Johan Petersen Fjord
Our first full day on the boats. We head into Johan Petersen Fjord towards Hann Glacier, working the icebergs and islands along the way, with a chance of whales there and back.
Day 3 (08/09/2027) – Knud Rasmussen Glacier & The Remains Of A US Airbase
We sail up Ammassalik Fjord for about an hour before turning into narrower, steeper fjords. Northwest of Tasiilaq, the United States ran an airbase from 1942 to 1947, code-named Bluie East Two, and what’s left of it still lies around Ikateq. Further on, two calving glaciers come into view at once: Karale on the left and Knud Rasmussen straight ahead. We go ashore close to Knud Rasmussen Glacier for one to two hours before sailing back to Tasiilaq.
Day 4 (09/09/2027) – Ammassalik & Ikasagtivaq Fjords
A day on the water in the Ammassalik and Ikasagtivaq fjords, looking for icebergs and whales. If the ice allows, we go much deeper into the fjord system.
Day 5 (10/09/2027) – Tasiilaq On Foot
A day on land. There’s time to walk the Valley of the Flowers and other trails right outside Tasiilaq, and time for some editing sessions. Sunset and, with luck, the northern lights after dark.
Day 6 (11/09/2027) – Ikasagtivaq Fjord To Tiniteqilaaq
We sail along Ammassalik Fjord and through the deep Ikasagtivaq Fjord to Tiniteqilaaq, a small settlement on a peninsula above Sermilik Fjord, where huge icebergs drift past. We spend about two hours there and eat our packed lunch on the shore. Whales are common in the Ammassalik fjords from mid-July to the end of September, so keep a long lens handy on the way.
Day 7 (12/09/2027) – Aputsiaq Glacier Ice Cave & On To Kulusuk
We leave Tasiilaq and head out into open water past a lot of big icebergs, with a chance of humpback, minke and fin whales. At Aputsiaq Glacier a trained glacier guide takes us into a 40 metre deep ice cave, with helmets and crampons supplied. The boats then drop us in Kulusuk for the night at Hotel Kulusuk, with sunset and, if it clears, a last chance at the northern lights.
Day 8 (13/09/2027) – Kulusuk & Flying Back To Iceland
A last day in Kulusuk. Our luggage stays at the hotel while we explore the settlement and the area around it, with lunch at the hotel and an editing session if there’s time. In the evening we walk to the airport and fly back to Keflavík (included), landing at about 21:45.
What’s Included?
- Flights between Keflavík International Airport & Kulusuk in Greenland, taxes included (Good to know: at €1800+ these are very expensive and hard to obtain, which is why we include them)
- 6 nights at Hotel Angmagssalik in Tasiilaq and 1 night at Hotel Kulusuk, in single rooms with private facilities
- Full board: breakfast on days 2-8, lunch from day 2 to day 8 (packed on the boat days, at the hotel on days 5 & 8) and dinner on days 1-7
- The private boat transfer from Kulusuk to Tasiilaq on day 1, with luggage transfers
- Private boat charters on two boats, with six participants and one workshop leader per boat
- The ice cave visit at Aputsiaq Glacier with a trained glacier guide, helmets & crampons
- An information document containing everything you’ll need to know about this adventure
- Professional photographic tuition and guidance from Jeroen & James
What’s Not Included?
- International flights between your point of origin & Iceland
- Accommodation in Iceland before and after the trip
- Drinks & alcohol
- Travel & personal insurance (Getting your own travel insurance is a must!)
- Tips and gratuities
- Any other services & goods not mentioned in “What’s Included”
What Photography Gear & Clothing Should You Bring?
Photography Gear
- A DSLR or mirrorless camera
- A drone with spare batteries
- A wide-angle lens in the 16-35mm range
- A zoom lens in the 70-200mm range or more (a 100-400mm is highly advisable)
- A mid-range zoom in the 24-70mm range
- Laptop or tablet with editing software to edit your photos on the go
Recommended Clothing
- A variety of different layers
- Good waterproof hiking boots
- Indoor shoes
- A hat and summer gloves
- Warm clothes and wool underwear
- Wind/rain shell jacket and trousers
Need a more detailed idea of what outdoor apparel & photography gear to bring? Make sure to read this detailed article!
What Are The Physical Requirements?
While this trip isn’t physically challenging, there’s some hiking with elevation gain, and the trails can be uneven and slippery depending on the weather. Tasiilaq itself is steep, so getting around town means plenty of uphill walking. The ice cave visit on day 7 means walking on glacier ice in crampons and a helmet, both supplied, with a trained glacier guide.
What Photography Experience Level Should I Have?
We welcome all photography experience levels, going from beginners to experienced photographers. A good mix of experience levels means we can also learn from each other.
What About Drone Flying On This Photo Workshop?
You don’t need a drone on this workshop, but if you’re bringing one, make sure you’re already well practised at flying it. We take off & land from small boats a lot, so practise launching and catching it by hand, and general control & navigation, before you arrive. You don’t need to have taken off or landed from a boat before. Workshop participants also get a discount to the Drone Photography Masterclass after signing up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Leads This Workshop?
Jeroen Van Nieuwenhove and James Popsys, for twelve people. Twelve photographers on a boat in good light is a lot of people wanting a hand at the same moment, and with two of us somebody is always free. You also get two very different ways of seeing a place, which beats two people telling you the same thing.
How Do You Get To Tasiilaq?
Fly from Keflavík to Kulusuk, walk about a kilometre down to the harbour while your luggage is taken there for you, and take a boat for the last 45 to 60 minutes. There are no roads here and boats are the only way in. Most of what we photograph for the rest of the week is reached the same way, by private charter, and those are in the price instead of sold to you as extras. Day 5 and the last day are spent on foot around Tasiilaq and Kulusuk.
Where Do We Stay?
Six nights at Hotel Angmagssalik in Tasiilaq and the last night at Hotel Kulusuk, both in single rooms with private facilities. Meals are included from dinner on the first evening to lunch on the last day, with packed lunches on the boat days.
Why Are The Flights From Iceland Included?
At 1800 Euro and up they’re expensive and hard to get hold of, and putting the whole group on one aircraft on one day isn’t something to leave to chance. Your international flights to Iceland are still yours to arrange. The flight to Kulusuk leaves Keflavík in the late afternoon, so be in Iceland the night before rather than connecting on the day, and plan a night near Keflavík after we land back late on day 8.
Will We See The Northern Lights?
There’s a good chance. September brings the dark back to East Greenland after the summer, so the nights are long enough to be worth staying up for. Whether the sky plays along is out of anybody’s hands. Jeroen has written a full guide to chasing & photographing the northern lights if you want to turn up knowing what to do with one.
Can I Fly A Drone There?
Yes, under Greenland’s rules, which aren’t Iceland’s. Jeroen has written about flying a drone in Greenland in detail. What to practise beforehand is hand launching and hand catching. We take off and land from small boats, often, and a boat is a bad classroom. Participants get a discount on the Drone Photography Masterclass after signing up.
What Is There To Photograph Besides Ice?
More than people expect. Calving glaciers and a 40 metre deep ice cave, yes. Also Tiniteqilaaq on the edge of Sermilik Fjord, the settlements of Tasiilaq and Kulusuk, and what’s left of Bluie East Two, a Second World War US airbase. This is a landscape with people in it and a fairly hard history, and that’s part of the week too.
How Hard Is It Physically?
Not challenging, but there is hiking, some of it with elevation gain, and the trails are uneven and can be slippery depending on the weather. The ice cave means walking on glacier ice in crampons and a helmet, both supplied, with a glacier guide. Tasiilaq itself is steep, so getting around town means plenty of uphill walking. Most of the week is spent on boats. If you can manage a few hours on a rough path in bad weather without it ruining your day, you’ll be fine.
What If This Workshop Is Full?
Join the waitlist below and you’ll hear first when a spot opens or new dates are announced. The Greenland workshops page has everything else that’s running, and Jeroen writes a report after each one, which is the closest you’ll get to seeing a week before you book it.
What Previous Participants Had To Say…
Choosing the right photography workshop is about more than just visiting iconic locations. It’s about experience, safety, timing, and personal guidance. Below you’ll find honest reviews from photographers who have joined Jeroen on landscape & drone photo workshops in Greenland. These testimonials reflect real experiences in small groups, hands-on instruction in challenging conditions, and the level of care Jeroen aims to bring to every workshop.
These reviews are verifiable on Jeroen’s public Google Business profile.
Sign Up to the Workshop
After filling out this form, you will get an email with a payment link for a deposit. Your seat is only confirmed after we have received payment. Seats on this workshop are distributed on a first come, first serve basis!
The applicable terms and conditions are those of Nonni Travel, the organising travel agency. You will also be asked to sign a waiver, every participant receives a personal signing link.















