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Gili_S Says: The lighthouse is like the office and only shelter on the island, we were lucky to be there on the right time when the rain shower came down.
Gili_S Says: The island if very popular among birdwatchers and the Puffins are used to humans, so you can get really close look at them.
Gili_S Says: The most attractive thing on this island is the Puffins community of course. You can see them all around the island rocks where they like to rest in between fish hunting.
Gili_S Says: Yes, this lighthouse is used today as a hostel, it is just that it is so popular, that you must remember to book it in advance.
Gili_S Says: The only way to get to the island is by the local boat, it leaves in front of the info office in Vardø.
Gili_S Says: Pack your best wet weather gear as you never know how much rain will be here and there will be no where to hide. Everyone comes here for bird watching with the appropriate equipment Brind food and drinks, there is nothing available here.
Gili_S Says: This is the island birds and the main reason to visit this island as well as the nice views of the island
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Yes, this lighthouse is used today as a hostel, it is just that it is so popular, that you must remember to book it in advance.
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