Honningsvåg: all 8 tours and excursions for your cruise
A panoramic journey to the north cape
- Cruise line: Silversea
Experience the breath-taking beauty of Norway during this scenic excursion to the North Cape Plateau, and a visit to the North Cape Hall. North Cape Plateau Depart the pier in Honningsvåg for the approximate one-hour drive across the tundra to the North Cape Plateau, a steep rock with a massive wall climbing more than 1,000 feet (308 metres) above sea level. Be on the lookout for local reindeers that may be roaming in the fields. North Cape Hall ...
King crab rib safari with crab meal
- Cruise line: Silversea
Embrace the exquisite both the beauty and flavours of the Sarnesfjord while catching King Crab and dining on the fruits of your labour during this tour. Deep See Rafting & Crab PotsAfter a brief stroll along the pier, meet your driver/guide, and receive safety instructions and be fitted for weatherproof suit, goggles and life jacket.Next, embark your deep-sea motorised zodiac and set off towards the Sarnesfjord to inspect a string of crab-pots. The catch in the pots is likely to be between 6...
Fishing villages of magerøy island
- Cruise line: Silversea
With its fishing villages and famous mountain plateau, Magerøy Island begs to be explored. Your adventure begins as you drive through the little town of Honningsvåg, the capital of Magerøy. The majority of the island's population lives here, with fishing and the fish industry as the main source of employment. Kamøyvær, East of the Sun GalleryAfter passing the airstrip you will travel along the Skipsfjord, and begin a climb toward the plateau, making a detour...
North cape atv adventure
- Cruise line: Silversea
Experience the spectacular panoramic beauty of Magerøya Island and the North Cape during this fun-filled and exciting, half-day ATV excursion. Honningsvåg, Magerøya Island, Nordkapp Cliffs, Norwegian and Barents SeasDepart the pier for the short walk from the pier to the ATV Base. Upon arrival, receive your safety and riding instructions, then don your safety helmet. Afterward, begin your scenic and exhilarating ATV tour with a picturesque, approximately 1.5-hour drive to Magerøya...
Flavors of the far north
- Cruise line: Silversea
It takes just 30 minutes by coach to travel from Honningsvåg to Skarsvåg, but this breathtakingly remote fishing village perched on the northern tip of Norway’s Magerøya island feels more like you’ve arrived at the edge of the world. Wander with your guide through this tiny burg, renowned as the planet’s northernmost fishing village, and witness the rhythm of daily life as your guide shares stories of what it’s truly like to live in this isolated Nordic...
North cape stairs hike & cloudberry beer
- Cruise line: Silversea
“Nothing ventured, nothing gained” is a fitting catchphrase for this invigorating guided hike that begins on the streets of Honningsvåg and leads you up a 1,000-step Sherpa-built stone staircase to awe-inducing views of the harbor and Arctic fjords beyond. This is Nordkapptrappa – the North Cape Stairway – and the bragging rights for ascending it are as priceless as the panoramas you’ll see from the summit. The hike begins at sea level with a walk from the...
Arctic musical performance
- Cruise line: Silversea
The tiny Norwegian city of Honningsvåg sits along the Barents Sea inside the Arctic Circle at 71 degrees north latitude on the southeastern tip of Magerøya island. It’s a unique environment that poses some very distinct challenges – and humorous quirks – for the hearty souls who reside here. This excursion combines a guided orientation walk with a spirited live performance of “Our Northernmost Life” at a beautifully restored historic venue in the heart...
Stappen island’s seabird life
- Cruise line: Silversea
The Gjesværstappan Nature Reserve is one of Europe's largest bird sanctuaries. Here along the steep, turf-covered cliffs of this protected archipelago off Magerøya Island, warm and cool water currents mingle – as do vast throngs of Nordic seabirds that gather here to breed. Embrace your inner naturalist on a stunning guided birdwatching adventure to witness the wonder of their abundance. Your journey begins with a 45-minute motorcoach drive across the barrenly striking...