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Guided ski touring in the Arctic, 1-week Skiing from a lodge in Uløya, Lyngen Fjord
Enjoy a ski touring week sliding on the most amazing powder in the magical Uloya island, in the Lyngen Fjord in Norway. Discover the best skiing spots of this unique destination north of the Arctic Circle along an IFMGA-certified guide.
Lyngen Alps
7 Days
Feb, Mar, Apr, May
Fit
All Levels
Highlights
- Discover one of the most spectacular ski touring destinations in the world
- Enjoy unique runs from the top of a mountain all the way down to the sea
- Stay at a cozy and comfortable lodge in the magical Uloya island
- Have boats at your disposal for trips to other islands, beach-landing & pick-up!
- Enjoy seafishing gigantic codfish and halibut (equipment supplied)
Description
Join us on an unforgettable ski-touring week at Uløya and neighboring islands in the company of an IFMGA-certified guide. Enjoy the most amazing powder runs and stay at our comfy, warm and fully equipped apartments at the Lyngen Outdoor Center.
Located in the northern end of the famous Lyngen Fjord in northern Norway, the remote island of Uløya is a truly extraordinary place. Unique landscapes of stunning peaks and steep walls falling straight into the sea, and lots of powder snow, make for one of the most spectacular ski touring destinations in the world. Uløya is the only place on Earth where you can find 1000m-long slopes inclined at almost any angle, and falling right into the dark blue waters of the fjords. This is the Arctic, where you can really feel like you are on the edge of the world!
We have perfect powder in Uloya almost all the time, as the air is very dry and snow hardly gets compressed. In late spring, the snow cover is just perfect and creates an ideal surface to slide on. The snow that has melted during the day freezes again at night, creating a unique sliding layer that is several centimeters thick.
On this program, every day, our ski tours start right at the doorstep of our house. Additionally, we will have a modern and safe boat (8.5 m or 7.2 m, 150 HP aluminum) at our disposal. Some of the options that you can enjoy on this adventure include:
Going to the summit of Blåtinden (1142m) and enjoying a 15km ski tour day then returning for a cold beer and a relaxing hot sauna.
The famous Grand Traverse of Uløya, from Uløybukt to Havnes- a 20 km of ridge ski route taking in Kjelvagtinden (1104m), Uløytinden (1114m) and Blåtinden (1142m).
Boat tours to explore neighboring islands or the Lyngen Penninsula to enjoy a tour of the impressive Lyngen Alps.
Rock or ice climbing on virgin couloirs, icefalls and rock walls.
Sea fishing. Our skipper can take you to the fishing grounds where you can catch your dinner.
Kid-friendly activities: fishing, snow-hole building, games using Arvas (searching and digging out a person, etc) and easy ski tours.
We offer stays for groups of 3 to 6 people in really comfortable apartments, with breathtaking views. Our guides will help you get the most out of this experience, taking you to the best ski touring routes and to the most amazing hikes and climbs and will ensure your safety at all times. They are all experienced IFMGA- certified, with excellent local knowledge. Additionally, our chief-of-staff and skipper will not only drive your boat but also cook delicious fish soup for you!
Please note you will find the best weather and conditions for skiing from March until the end of April. The end of February differs from year to year. Although days are considerably shorter, you can see the beautiful Northern Lights.
So if you wish to discover this ski touring paradise in Norway, just send us a request! Book your trip and join us on this trip of a lifetime!
We recommend you to watch this amazing 1 1/2 min video which has been made by a group of Belgians who came to ski with us in April.
Details
Accommodation Enjoy our comfortably furnished apartments in a two-story building and a separate house, both located just 50m from the water line, at the foot of Blåtinden (1142m).
There is also a drying room for equipment and the entire infrastructure associated with skiing and boating.
The Large House:
apartment 1: 4 bed – 80 m2, 2 bedrooms, living room with kitchen, bathroom with shower and sauna.
apartment 2: 6/8 bed – 140 m2, two levels, living room, kitchen, bathroom and 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor, 2 bedrooms with an extra toilet on the 2nd floor.
The Small House:
apartment 3: 6/8 bed – 100 m2, two levels, living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom with sauna, additional bathroom on the ground floor, 4 bedrooms on the 1st floor.
The apartments are comfortably equipped with everything you need for a home from home. The kitchen is a modern, clean, fully equipped space with all the necessary equipment, the livingroom area is furnished with leather seating and has a traditional Norwegian fireplace. TV, DVD, and Wi-Fi (free of charge) are all here to keep you connected with the outside world.
In addition, there is a heated cellar that guests are welcome to use for drying equipment and wet clothes. There are hangers and laundry facilities, as well as freezers in anticipation of your successful fishing trips.
There is also a large meeting/social room with a kitchen located right by the water, on the pier. You can relax there by the fire admiring a stunning fjord view or a show of polar lights through a panoramic glass wall. |
More info EQUIPMENT LIST Please study the following list carefully, as it is crucial for your comfort and safety during your stay with us. Remember - you will be in the wild mountain environment. Conditions may vary dramatically from one hour to another. Be prepared for open-deck boating in terms of waterproofs and warm clothes. Always follow your guides and skippers recommendations. CLOTHING 1. External isolation layer (Primaloft/Coreloft or down jacket) 2. Hard shell (waterproof) top & bottom 3. Soft shell (breathable) for warmer days, especially in the Spring 4. Optionally – internal isolation layer such as primaloft sweater 5. Middle layer (for example Polartec power stretch) 6. Base layer (next to skin, wool or synthetics), 2 sets 7. Warm socks 8. Gloves and mitts - minimum 2 pairs per person (5 fingers with membrane + mittens), optionally extra down mittens 9. Winter cap + light cap (or a “buff”) EQUIPMENT 1. Ski tour (randonnée) set: skis + tour bindings, ski-touring boots (best if not rented), poles, skins (trimmed to skis), bindings crampons (“knives”) 2. Avalanche safety kit (beacon, shovel, probe) 3. Helmet 4. Goggles 5. Sunglasses (cat. 4) 6. Backpack 30-40L (optionally with Air Bag System) with skis attachment. 7. option - lightweight crampons and snow axe (ca 60-65 cm). Available for rent at our lodge. 8. Headlamp, spare batteries 9. Thermos flask (available at our lodge) 10.Sunscreen lotion (factor 30-50) + sunscreen lipstick 11.Mini First Aid kit (aspirin, painkiller, compeed patches, rescue blanket, heating pads) Ski equipment is available upon request (except for boots), including probe and shovel sets. OTHER PRACTICAL INFO: -We offer skis rental and avalanche safety equipment at an extra fee. - We accept credit card payments. - There is free wi-fi at the lodge, however, be warned that the transfer is limited and there are fluctuations of transfer speed. - There is no ATM on the island. The closest is at a distance of about 20 km, on the mainland. - In the vast majority of sell points cards are accepted, including ferries. - The nearest shop is located on the other side of the island, in Havnnes (accessible only by ferry or boat). - Do not bring drinking water unless you require sparkling. We have a perfect quality crystal-clear drinking water straight from a tap. FOOD -You can get food supplies on the way to the lodge. If you take our full board option it will include breakfast, take-away tour lunch and a 2 course dinner. Our cooking is based on Norwegian tradition enriched with international spice. You will get to try our excellent fish, various meats and moose or reindeer. BEST TIME AND SNOW CONDITIONS Weather in February is usually somewhat colder than March in April. February is really hard to predict and quite variable: it could be icy and cold or you could have lots of powder and sun. On the other hand, late April could be too warm -with snowline at 300m - but usually, it is great. Generally speaking each month has its highlights, so just choose what you like! EQUIPMENT RENTAL PRICES NOK per week per day
ski-touring set (skis, skins, poles, cramps) 2000 400
boots (selected sizes only) 1000 200
shovel + probe 400 100
detector + shovel + probe 800 200
snowshoes 1000 200
backpack 100 |
Meeting point Uløybukt. Airport transfer available on request at extra cost. |
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About the guide
The Lyngen Outdoor Center is located in Norway´s far north, in the eastern part of the island of Uløya.
Located just 500km beyond the Arctic circle and surrounded by stunning fjords (including the famous Lyngen fjord), Uløya is a dream setting to practice a wide range of activities (ski touring, climbing and hiking are an every day occurrence here).
The Lyngen Outdoor Center team is made up of IFMGA-certified guides and outdoor lovers only. We are skiers, climbers and anglers. Our expeditions have taken us all around the world, including Himalaya, the Tian Shan Range, Patagonia, Madagscar and Mali, to name a few. We created this place to share our knowledge and passion with you.
You won't have trouble finding us: the only route on this part of the island leads straight to us. You can take a ferry to get here or we can pick you up in our "water taxi".
Our very comfortable apartments are located just 50 meters away from the water line. They offer everything you'll need for a skiing or fishing trip with your friends, including a drying room. Our boats are some of the most modern in all of the Lyngen area and a large sized pier is located just 50m away from your accommodation.
Come explore the unbelievable Arctic. We'll be happy to welcome you!
What people are saying about this trip
Katharina Gstrein
5.00
May, 2022
Artur and his team were so nice! We had the best week ever. Very beautiful skitours, excellent guides and the food was amazing. Highly recommended!!!
Filip Houttekiet
5.00
May, 2022
Absolutely amazing guides and owner of the lodge. Highly recommendable!
Clovis Parmentier
5.00
April, 2022
Artur's ski center, the Lyngen Outdoor Center, is exceptionnal. Everything is perfectly organised and built to spend a perfect time, skiing everyday with great views. The guides are very trustworthy and know the tours very well, thus giving the clients perfect confidence and enabling them to enjoy the tours as much as possible.
Shona
4.00
April, 2022
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Maxime Parmentier
5.00
April, 2022
Best trip ever, just came back from it. It's paradise and I miss it already!
Matteo P.
5.00
March, 2022
Great tours and adventures! Amazing experience
Kate Simpson
4.00
March, 2022
Individual billing from explore share would help. LOC were great lots of flexibility fantastic team great sauna wonderful Location and my friends were lovely company too
Tarmo Sibul
5.00
May, 2019
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Tanguy De Bock
5.00
May, 2019
Uloya is a trip of a lifetime. You find surreal beauty, natural elements at their chore where sea, mountains and skies confound, and shared passion from the hosts. Our guide Pavel was super professional and friendly. Artur, the main host loves to share his passion for nature, sport and good food. Explore Share was top class as they integrated our demand for an outdoor expedition very well and drafted out this incredible option very quickly. Easy access for follow up made us feel just good. Go for it.
Romain le pemp
5.00
April, 2019
Whoua!!! Une superbe semaine ski de randonnée à Uloya et les environs avec Lyngen Outdoor Center ! Artur et son équipe nous ont super bien accueillis. En plus du ski de randonnée, on a essayé la pêche dans les fjords. Je recommande vivement si vous cherchez un spot tranquille avec une superbe vue pour vous évader pour du ski de randonnée!
Andrzej Kois
5.00
March, 2019
The best place ever for all ski-tour lowers! Superb place, superb and helpfull staff!!! Recommended to all!
Susanne Brenninkmeijer
5.00
March, 2019
We had a wonderful trip and were spoiled by all people over there, Artur was a great organizer and treated us like friends, Marcin was a perfect guide and always helpful and friendly, Pawel was the perfect cook who spoiled us with delicious food, Mike drove us everywhere and gave us always a save feeling, and also the other helping hands were all friendly and lovely. We hast a great time. Also the house was perfect for us and very nicely designed. The side program very good and also there the guides and staff friendly. Ding sledge touring was effectively too short for the price, but it was nevertheless beautiful. Snowscooters as well and the day on the water by boat a perfect break! So, all in whole a perfect holiday thanks to the professional and friendly staff!
Jean Zurstrassen
5.00
March, 2019
This is just a unique place for a unique experience and a unique team. Artur made our stay amazing. The nature is so wonderful, we couldn't believe it. Great ski in this truly unspoiled nature. This is modern adventure at its best with a great confort. Thank!!
Charles Antoine Wauters
5.00
April, 2018
Sublime experience ! Although the beauty had been well telegraphed by my predecessor friends, I was still astonished by the beauty of the pristine landscape and nature. Facing a slope covered in snow while being surrounded by fjords is the best combination of colors and drasticity at the same time. The local team headed by Artur is exceptionally efficient, always coordinated night and day, and very competent. The fact that Artur lives on site is particularly helpful. A couple of notes to future visitors: (1) always go where Artur tells you (he knows where the good spots, finessed based on the local conditions), and (2) go with the boat and dingy, and start the ascent from the beach, at least once on your stay. Our guide David Pellissier from Aosta was a great resource and companion: very safe, straight-shooter, and always tuned to the group's wishes and pace.
Prices per person
Group of 1 | NOK 70104 Each |
Group of 2 | NOK 38145 Each |
Group of 3 | NOK 27836 Each |
Group of 4 | NOK 27836 Each |
Group of 5 | NOK 27031 Each |
Group of 6 | NOK 27031 Each |
Group of 7 | NOK 27031 Each |
Group of 8 | NOK 27031 Each |
Want a different number of travellers?
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Breakfast
- Accommodation included
- Transport during the trip
Price details
Price includes:
7 nights accommodation in 4- or 8-person apartments with 2-bed sleeping rooms.
6 trips guided by experienced and highly qualified IVBV guides, including a van with fuel for trips on the mainland.
Trips in Uløya and mainland (ferry and car included)
Up to 2 trips to neighboring islands or Lyngen peninsula, boats, and safety equipment included
Optionally – ice climbing, snowshoeing, and other attractions
Boat transfers for arrival/departure (in the absence of the ferry)
Local transport
Sea fishing trip + equipment
Full board – breakfast, takeaway lunch, thermos flask, 2-course dinner, snacks, and fruits (please inquire about options without full board)
CHECK-IN 14:00. CHECK-OUT 10:00
Shorter or longer stays within available dates are possible to be arranged upon individual requests.
Extras
Extra skiing trip: 5500 NOK per group
Tromso aiport transfer return (up to 6 pax): 6000 NOK
Tromso night transfer (22:00 - 06:00) extra fee: 1000 NOK
Sorsjosen transfer return (up to 6 pax): 2000 NOK
Dog sledding per person, 3 hrs 2200 NOK
Snowmobiles per person, 3 hrs 1700 NOK
Accommodation:
-3 days, 2 or 3 nights (eg Friday mid+day to Sunday evening, possible Monday morning departure), 2 guided trips included + fishing trip - NOK 14 950 000 full board (14 000 own cooking)
-4 days, 3 or 4 nights (Thursday mid-day to Sunday evening, possible Monday morning departure), 3 guided trips included + fishing trip - NOK 17 600 with food (15 000 own cooking) min groups size - 4 pax (nb: not 3)
For booking assistance
Our experienced outdoor adventure team is ready to help you boost your experience and will assist you throughout the whole process, from the moment you choose a program until you return from your trip.
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