Sailing Among Northern Lights: Nuuk & Ilulissat, Greenland

M/S Sarfaq Ittuk

M/S Sarfaq Ittuk

Greenland's iconic coastal ferry sailing the west coast—a floating northern lights platform with panoramic lounges.
The M/S Sarfaq Ittuk is Greenland's beloved coastal passenger ship, sailing the full length of the west coast and serving as a lifeline between communities. Built in 1992 and extended in 2000, the 73-metre vessel carries up to 274 passengers and a crew of 22. On board are a café, panoramic lounge, playroom, and a medical clinic. Cabins for 1–4 people are all exterior with sea views and en-suite facilities. The ship's route through remote, light-pollution-free waters makes it an exceptional platform for northern lights viewing, while arrivals at small ports offer spontaneous glimpses of Greenlandic community life.