Weather station on Jan Mayen

Destinations: Jan Mayen

Until recently, the island was off-limits as it is a military base, and was rarely visited by tourists. With permission from the Norwegian authorities we hope to visit the weather station. Here you can experience how it is to live on a remote island.

Related cruises

Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

Sail from the North Sea into the Arctic Ocean, visiting the distinct islands of Fair Isle and Jan Mayen

HDS01b25 Venture into the Arctic Ocean on your way to Fair Isle and Jan Mayen, the first known for its knitwear and the second for its stark volcanic scenery. Wildlife sightings may include grey seals, various seabirds, and whales such as minke, fin, orca, and...

m/v Hondius

Cruise date:

31 May - 9 Jun, 2025

Berths start from:

2900 USD

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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

Sail the East Greenland ice edge north of Spitsbergen in search for whales, and other Arctic wildlife

OTL02-26 Search for whales, and other Arctic wildlife of the land, sea, and air on an adventurous voyage from the Scottish port of Aberdeen to our favorite Arctic island group.

m/v Ortelius

Cruise date:

27 May - 5 Jun, 2026

Berths start from:

3050 USD

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Arctic Ocean - Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

Perfectly combine Spitsbergen & Iceland

HDS03-26 Voyage from the volcanic shores of Iceland to the icy fjords and snow-capped peaks of Spitsbergen, crossing the Arctic Circle, visiting remote Jan Mayen with its rich seabird life, and following the edge of the ice as you go. Watch for whales, seals,...

m/v Hondius

Cruise date:

5 Jun - 13 Jun, 2026

Berths start from:

2750 USD

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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding - Summer Solstice

Sail the East Greenland ice edge north of Spitsbergen in search for whales, and other Arctic wildlife

PLA04-26 Search for whales, and other Arctic wildlife of the land, sea, and air on an adventurous voyage from the Scottish port of Aberdeen to our favorite Arctic island group.