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Norwegian island in the Arctic Ocean
Photo: Dreizung, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Jan Mayen is an island between Greenland and Norway in the Arctic Ocean, administered by Norway. The island has 18 inhabitants, employed by the Norwegian Armed Forces or the Norwegian Institute of Meteorology.
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The Beerenberg volcano is probably the main sight on Jan Mayen.
By plane
There is a 1600-m unpaved airstrip. No commercial flights. A NDB (JAN 362kHz) is available for air traffic.
By boat
There are no natural harbours. You must bring your own boat or follow a dedicated trip. The Kvalrossbukta and Båtvika bay are often used for getting on shore using rubber zodiacs.
By cruise ship
Some expedition cruise companies organise voyage stopping in Jan Mayen. Landing and a permit to visit the weather station may be granted from the Norwegian officials.
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