Honningsvåg – gateway to the North Cape

Fishing Village Visit

Excursion

Price from £115

Difficulty level

Level 2: Suitable for most.

Booking code

HR-HVG6H

Duration

3 hours

Notes

Read practical information below

Honningsvag Norway HGR 148622 Photo Rune Kongsro
  • Enjoy a guided tour of the fascinating island of Magerøya

  • Explore the fishing villages Skarsvåg and Kamøyvær

  • Visit the charming ‘Christmas and Winter House’

  • See the artwork of a local artist in her gallery ‘West of the Moon’ in Honningsvåg

Experience the magnificent sights and culture of Finnmark county. Starting in Honningsvåg, we’ll journey through fantastic scenery while our guide tells us about local history. 

First, we head to the world’s northernmost fishing village, Skarsvåg, where we visit the cosy ‘Christmas and Winter House’ and meet its owner Heidi, who will give us more insight about life in the Arctic. With festive music playing and rooms sparkling with decorations, there is a range of locally produced items available to peruse. We’ll also be able to enjoy a hot drink and slice of cake here.

We then head to the fishing village of Kamøyvær. Bustling with busy fishermen and a small fishing fleet bobbing on the water, we explore the picturesque harbour. Back in Honningsvåg, you’ll also visit the quaint gallery of artist Eva Schmutterer. The exhibition displays arts and crafts inspired by the surrounding landscape.

Weather permitting, we stop at the Tufjorden viewpoint to get a glimpse of the ‘Hornet.’ This natural rock formation is a sacred place for the Sámi people.

Practical information

  • Embarking/disembarking port: Honningsvåg

  • Period: 2 Jan-31 Dec, except 24-25 Dec

  • Transportation: Bus

  • Meals: Cake

  • Clothes: Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing

Excursion can also be combined with: