RIB Expedition on 71 degrees north (North Cape)

Discover the North Cape like a true explorer and enjoy views from Europe's northernmost point.

  • Discover spectacular scenery and bird cliffs
  • See the coastline of Finnmark in a RIB boat
  • Visit the northernmost fishing village in the world
  • Experience the world-famous North Cape

  • Direction

    Northbound direction

  • Season

    Autumn, Summer

  • Difficulty level

    Level 4: Hard

  • Duration

    6 hours

  • Min. passengers

    5

  • Max. passengers

    12

  • Booking code

    HR-HVS6J

  • From

    499 €

  • Notices

    Hiking shoes, warm and windproof clothing required. We recommend you bring a backpack with water bottle, extra clothing, camera and sunglasses. Special clothing is provided (survival suits, life vests, goggles, hats and gloves). Entrance to the North Cape is included.

In Havøysund, board a RIB (rigid-inflatable boat) for an exhilarating ride along the rugged Finnmark coastline. You will see seabirds nesting along the base of cliffs, and learn about the local wildlife, geography and culture from your guide.

View the impressive North Cape plateau from the sea level before heading to Hornvika, which was the starting point for climbs up the plateau up until the road was built in 1965.

Continue to Skarsvåg – the northernmost fishing village in the world – where there will be a short hike to Kirkeporten, a special rock formation with spectacular views. After a short refreshment break, a bus will take you up to the North Cape where you will enjoy spectacular views from Europe’s northernmost point!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

  • Disembarking port: Havøysund
  • Embarking port: Honningsvåg
  • Southbound or Northbound: Northbound
  • Available period:  01 June - 30 September
  • Duration: 6 hours
  • Level: 4
  • Transportation: RIB, bus
  • Meals on the trip: Packed lunch, Coffee/ tea, dried reindeer meat, chocolate and snacks.
  • Clothes/Footwear: Hiking shoes, warm and windproof clothing. Special clothing is provided (survival suits, life vests, goggles, hats and gloves).
  • Note: We recommend you bring a backpack with water bottle, extra clothing, camera and sunglasses. Entrance to the North Cape and transport back to the ship is included.

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