Ski and sail tour in the Lyngen Alps, Norway

Question 1

What kind of snow and terrain can I expect in the Lynegn Alps?

Answer

Lyngen Alps is the place to go freeriding if you are looking for powder in Scandinavia. It is tucked into the mainland so the snow is drier than in other areas. Our mission will be to ski a variety of backcountry terrain – powdery open lines, ocean runs, classic lines in the area, and couloirs (if conditions allow).

Question 2

Do I need my avalanche bag in Norway? Can I bring it with my luggage during the flights?

Answer

Yes. We strongly recommend it.

If you are flying with an airbag you will need to print IATA terms (https://www.iata.org/contentassets/6fea26dd84d24b26a7a1fd5788561d6e/dgr-62-en-2.3a.pdf) and Description of your cartridge (you will find it on the brand's website) and show it to airport stuff upon check-in luggage scan.

Bring your avalanche bag as Carry-On and ideally inform your airline, that you will be transporting such airbag. Do not leave your backpack as check in luggage. You'll run the risk of having it detained during transport.

Question 3

When and where will we meet to start the trip?

Answer

We will meet at BOREAL YACHTING marina in Eidkjose (address: Eidvegen 666, 9100 Kvaløysletta, map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Boreal+Yachting/@69.6735166,18.7465569,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x45c4c70081f50c27:0x1c025e8869250ac7!8m2!3d69.6729986!4d18.74605?hl=en).

Question 4

What do I need to consider when getting travel insurance for this trip?

Answer

Please consider these requirements when getting insurance for this trip:

- Covering ski touring and off-piste (backcountry) skiing above the polar circle (around the 70th parallel)

- Sailing activities

- Touring on an island (without access by road or bridge)

Question 5

How many vertical meters will we ski per day?

Answer

On this trip, we will sail to ski secluded places only accessed by ski touring or splitboarding. Expect around 1000 – 1200 vert. m daily within 6 days.

Question 6

What previous experience and skill level is recommended to join this ski and sail tour?

Answer

You should have previous ski touring or splitboarding experience (at least 3 tours). You should be able to cover at least 1000 vertical meters daily for 3 days straight. 1 day off is definitely a possibility, more than that would likely hinder your experience.

Question 7

Under which conditions will we sail? Can seasickness be an issue?

Answer

Lyngen fjords are calm waters so seasickness is generally not an issue on our trips. In 5 years of making the trips, there were only a handful of clients with mild and short sea sickness.

Question 8

What is the group size?

Answer

There will be a maximum of 7 guests guided by a certified guide and professional skipper. There will be 2 groups (if the number of clients allows) so you can choose between a faster and a slower one.

Question 9

What type of skiing can I expect?

Answer

This is a 100% ski touring trip, where we will ski 1000m every day, in a varied terrain, including powdery open lines, ocean runs, classic lines in the area, and couloirs (if conditions allow).

Question 10

What flight should I book to join this trip? When and where should I fly in and out?

Answer

You have to fly to Tromsø Airport, Langnes. The ARRIVAL DATE and TIME has to be Saturday (first day of the trip) no later than 12:00pm (noon), or Friday (day earlier, any time).

Question 11

How can I get to the meeting point (The Marina)?

Answer

From the airport, your can take either a taxi or bus.

TAXI: Best arranged just by walking to the car park in front of the airport and asking Tromsø Taxi (T logo on the door). Go to BOREAL YACHTING marina in Eidkjosen (address: Eidvegen 666, 9100 Kvaløysletta).

BUS: Very straighforward option. Much cheaper. Take bus number 42 to Eidkjosen and walk around 8 minutes to the marina.

Bus stop is located on the side closer to the airport. You will need Troms Billett app (available to download for apple or android).

Question 12

Can I rent gear from you or in Tromso?

Answer

Yes. In case you need to borrow some equipment, we recommend you to do it with Tromso Outdoors.

Question 13

Where will we stay during the ski and sail tour? How is accommodation organized?

Answer

During the trip, we will stay on the boat. We hire the boat from a local charter company with a long history and skippers with good knowledge of the area. It is a comfortable 47-foot or 50-foot long yacht with 5 cabins and 3-4 bathrooms + showers with a common area and kitchen. There are both twin rooms (with bunk beds) and double rooms.

Question 14

What's included on the price for this trip?

Answer

Price includes the guiding fee fo 6 guided ski days, sailing and 7 nights of accommodation on the boat, fishing, and meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner).

Question 15

What's not included on the price?

Answer

Flights, Travel and Cancellation Insurance, ski and avalanche gear, and extra activities such us Dog Sledging and Kayaking are not included.

Question 16

What happens if I arrive before the starting day of the trip? Or if I stay a few days after?

Answer

In case you arrive before the start of the camp, or stay a few days after, we recommend choosing one of the following hotels for the extra nights: Hotel Viking Tromso or Clarion Hotel Aurora. They are both experienced in receiving guests from our trips.