Road Trip on Varangerfjorden to Vardø & Boat Tour to Hornøya

This exciting adventure takes place in far northeastern Norway, in the Finnmark region. You'll travel to Vardø, the country's easternmost town, located on the northern tip of the Varanger Peninsula. This area is home to typical Arctic landscapes and rugged coastlines. The boat tour from Vardø leads you to the nearby rocky islet of Hornøya - an important seabird nesting site in the Barents Sea.

The 8-hour trip begins at the starting point, where you'll be picked up by the experienced guide. After a quick itinerary overview, you will set off on a family-friendly sightseeing road trip to Vardø! The guide will drive along Varangerfjorden, a large fjord in Finnmark, which opens into the Barents Sea. Along the way, you'll admire the fjord's unique scenery, passing remote towns, winding rivers, and Arctic cliffs. The fjord is also a hotspot for remarkable wildlife, such as bird species like Steller’s eider, king eider, long-tailed duck, and gyrfalcon.

Then, you'll arrive in the small town of Vardø and board a ferry at the harbour. On the boat, you'll receive a thermal suit, life jacket, goggles, and mittens, to ensure your safety and comfort throughout the trip. Once everyone is prepared, the boat tour to Hornøya begins! Despite its tiny size, this islet off the coast of Vardø is a birdwatcher's haven! During nesting season, over 100,000 seabirds gather on the surrounding cliffs and slopes.

During the boat tour to Hornøya, you'll drift in the waters and keep an eye out for species such as Atlantic puffins, common and Brünnich's guillemots, and razorbills. If you're lucky, you may even spot whales and other marine life in the waters! The passionate guide will share insights about the different animals you encounter. Afterwards, you'll embark on the return journey to the original starting point.

Don't miss this unforgettable wildlife sightseeing trip on Varangerfjorden, with a thrilling boat tour from Vardø to Hornøya!