Visit the famous Slettnes Lighthouse in Norway on a fjord jet ski safari from Mehamn, Finnmark!
Mehamn is a small fishing village situated in the Finnmark region of northern Norway. On this jet ski excursion from Mehamn, you'll travel along the coast of the Barents Sea to the Slettnes Lighthouse!
The jet ski safari in Finnmark begins at the starting point in Mehamn, where you'll meet the experienced guide. They will provide the equipment (eco-friendly jet ski, comfortable dry suit, waterproof boots, gloves, helmet with a visor, and life jacket), as well as a safety briefing and instructions for driving. Then, you'll get set up on your vehicle and the jet ski adventure to Slettnes Lighthouse begins!
You'll begin driving along the deep blue fjords, passing the dramatic coastline and rugged cliffs. Throughout the trip, the guide will share historical insights and stories about what you see. On the way to Slettnes, you'll also visit a large seal colony! Then, you'll arrive at Slettnes Lighthouse. This lighthouse is located beside the village of Gamvik in Finnmark, and is notable for being the northernmost mainland lighthouse in the world, situated at a latitude of 71°05′33″N.
If the tidewater is high, you'll glide slowly into the dock by the lighthouse and break for a snack, while admiring the views of the typical Norwegian coastal landscapes. If possible, you'll tour inside the lighthouse and climb to the top of the 39-metre (128-foot) high tower. The area around Slettnes is known for its rich wildlife, and you may spot seabirds such as puffins, razorbills, and eagles. After visiting the lighthouse, the jet ski tour in Finnmark continues back along the Barents Sea to the starting point in Mehamn.
Embark on an unforgettable jet ski safari to Slettnes Lighthouse from Mehamn, immersing yourself in the rugged coastal beauty of Finnmark in Norway!
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Practical information
On this excursion, you'll depart from Mehamn and embark on a jet ski safari to Slettnes Lighthouse.
- Arrive at the starting point in Mehamn
- Meet the guide and receive equipment (dry suit, boots, helmet, gloves, life jacket)
- Safety briefing and driving instructions
- The jet ski adventure begins!
- Drive along the fjords to Slettnes Lighthouse
- Dock at the lighthouse (weather dependent)
- Break for a snack
- Visit the lighthouse
- Return to the starting point in Mehamn
- Guide
- Jet ski
- Dry suit
- Waterproof boots
- Helmet with visor
- Gloves
- Life jacket
- Warm layers of clothing
- Winter overalls
- Woolen socks
- Hat
- Towel
- Bottled water