Honningsvag

The village of Honningsvag in Norway is located just 1,200 miles from the North Pole. Visitors can stand on the 1,000 foot-high cliffs at Europe’s northernmost point, the Northern Cape, and witness the incredible natural phenomenon known as the Midnight Sun, where the sun hangs low above the Arctic Ocean and shines all night.

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Witness the incredible natural phenomenon known as the Midnight Sun

The village of Honningsvag in Norway is located just 1,200 miles from the North Pole. Visitors can stand on the 1,000 foot-high cliffs at Europe’s northernmost point, the Northern Cape, and witness the incredible natural phenomenon known as the Midnight Sun, where the sun hangs low above the Arctic Ocean and shines all night.

Coming ashore at Honningsvag makes for a worthwhile day away from your luxury MSC cruise ship, if only to witness this spectacular scene and say you have ‘journeyed to the very end of Europe’.

Once the ship has docked you can join us on an excursion package that includes a transfer to North Cape, which is found on Mageroy Island. North Cape offers some lovely views and is a great place for photo opportunities.

For something completely different, cruise passengers can come on a special adventure that combines gastronomy with adventure and a unique spectacle of marine life. Join us on the King Crab excursion (also suitable for children aged six and over); we’ll take a small boat out to sea and witness the 2-metre wide King Crabs caught and prepared, with the possibility of sampling this tasty local delicacy!

Visitors to Honningsvag may also like to visit the local museum, which displays the cultural history of the North Cape, including fishery artifacts and exhibits detailing the effects of World War II on the North Cape.

Don’t miss this unique destination of your Northern Europe cruise vacation; we will help you make the most of your holiday time here by offering the best deals on all Honningsvag sights.

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Directions

The five piers are all within walking distance (5 minute) from town.

Port average temperature

Honningsvag is located at the northernmost extreme of Europe, but the winter temperatures are softened by the ice free ocean and not nearly as cold as is typical for this latitude. Summers are cool and short. Mean annual precipitation is 765 mm. The wettest months are from October - January with on average 85 mm each month, while the driest is May - July with on average 40 mm each month.

The temperate figures shown are based on monthly average weather conditions for the selected port. Weather data is not real-time, and sometimes no data is shown for a specific date, month or port in general.

HONNINGSVAG	Months
HONNINGSVAG	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average high °C	-2	-2	-1	1	4	8	12	11	8	3	---	-1
Average low °C	-5	-4	-2	-1	2	6	8	9	6	1	-1	-3

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HON01 - TRANSFER TO CAPE NORTH (approx. 3 hours) - 2013

Located on Magerøya Island and approximately 1 hour by coach from Honningsvåg lies the North Cape, the northernmost part of North Europe with its spectacular vista of barren tundra with a few mountain birch trees, mountains rising all around and dramatic cliffs with sheer drops to the sea below. Do bring your camera – the landscape here is so incredible, a photo to prove you have been will certainly be the order of the day. You will have a chance to look around the North Cape Pavilion, a facility dedicated to describing the history of the region. Spend time at your leisure taking in the fabulous landscape and finding out about the region before heading back to the coach for your return journey to the port and your ship. Please note: this tour includes your transfers only. Once at the site, you will have time to explore on your own.

Price per person $97.00 Adults $68.00 Children

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HON03 - KING CRAB EXPERIENCE BY RIB BOAT (3 hours) - 2013

Lovers of fine food will not want to miss this special opportunity to discover the King Crab, a giant crab that lives in the depths of the cold Arctic sea around Russia and Norway. Considered a delicacy, some king crabs can measure up to 2 metres and weighs as much as 10 kilos. After a short walk from the pier we will reach the North Cape Adventure Centre for a safety briefing and our floatation suits. We will board a special RIB-boat for approx. 1 hour sailing trip to Sarnesfjord. Here we will see the traps taken out of the water before continuing to the tent camp where our catch will be prepared and served. Please note: the boat crew will act as guides – English spoken; this tour is feasible for children aged 4 years on. In case of rough sea and for safety reasons, the duration of the sailing may be reduced. This tour is not recommended for guests suffering from heart problems or having walking difficulties.

Price per person $201.00 Adults $201.00 Children

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HON04 - KING CRAB SAFARI BY BUS (3 hours) - 2013

Lovers of fine food will know what a delicacy king crab is – and those as yet unfamiliar with this tasty treat can now find out. The giant crab, which can measure up to 2 m in length and weigh up to 10 kg each, is found in the depths of the cold Arctic waters around Russia and Norway. After a short walk from the pier to the coach, a 15-minute drive will take you to the beach and the Sarnes Lavvo Camp. You will then be able to watch the traps being taken out of the water and the exciting moment when the catch is revealed – and removed. Finally, the delicious crabs will be prepared and served directly in the camp tent. Your “royal” culinary treat comes to a close with your return to the port and your ship. Please note: assistance can only be provided in English during the coach transfers and at the camp

Price per person $151.00 Adults $106.00 Children

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The excursions in the program above are intended to provide MSC Guests with an idea of the different tours that can be arranged in each port of call; this program is merely a guide and confirmation of each excursion and its description and prices will be made during your cruise. Full information can be found in the onboard Tour Magazine.