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Hinlopen Strait
Svalbard & Jan Mayen
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4 Dive Sites
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Embark on an unforgettable adventure in the Hinlopen Strait, a dramatic waterway separating Spitsbergen and Nordaustlandet. This challenging dive site offers intrepid explorers the chance to navigate ice floe edges, descend along sheer walls, and encounter the awe-inspiring wildlife of the Arctic in exceptionally clear waters.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
June, July, August
Apr
Ice breakup begins
May
Increased marine life activity
Jun
Potential for seals and walruses
Jul
Abundant bird life, good chance for cetaceans
More monthly highlights
Aug
Peak of summer, diverse marine life
Sep
Autumn colors, receding ice
Oct
First ice formation
Nov
Sea ice solidifies
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The Pinnacle
The Pinnacle in Hinlopen Strait is a dramatic underwater pinnacle that ascends from the depths, crea...
40m
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Iceberg Alley
Dive through a surreal landscape in Iceberg Alley, where colossal icebergs drift and create an ever-...
20m
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Seal Colony
Experience an unforgettable encounter at Seal Colony, a shallow dive site in the Hinlopen Strait ren...
25m
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Walrus Island
Walrus Island offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness majestic walruses in their element, with...
30m
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