Sandfjorden by the Arctic Ocean
Utsjoki is located right by the Norwegian border and only a stone´s throw away from the Arctic Ocean. The breath-taking fjords are just a few hour drive from Utsjoki. With Travel Utsjoki, you can take part on this special tour to Sandfjorden, or request for any other tailored tour to Varanger Fjord, Tanafjord and Kirkenes region! The coast of the Arctic Ocean has endless possibilities of exploring!
Hop on our minibus and we will drive you to the coast of the Arctic Ocean to Sandfjorden, a protected landscape dating about 2 million years back, near Berlevåg village in Norway. The white sandy beach reaches further that your eyes can see. You can explore the beach area freely and even try a swim in the Arctic Ocean. This full day trip to Sandfjorden includes a visit to historical Kongsfjord fishing village or a demanding 6 km hike to Sandfjordfjellet (fell by the beach), according to wishes of the participants.
What is included: Guided transportation to Sandfjorden max 10 km from Utsjoki village, hot drinks and small snacks. This is a full day trip, duration 10-12 hours.
What to bring: Warm outdoor clothing (wind is very cold by the ocean!), hiking gear if combined with Sandfjordfjellet hike, swimsuit and towel if want to swim, lunch and snacks for the whole day (we visit a supermarket only on the way back), toilet paper, personal medication if needed, phone with full battery, passport (we cross the border to Norway).
Price: 345 eur/person
Availability: June - September, on request only
Reservations: arctic@travelutsjoki.com / www.travelutsjoki.com