Ski and sail program from Lofoten to Tromso
A 7-day sailing and ski touring trip between the Lofoten islands and Tromso, in Northern Norway, with an IFMGA certified mountain guide.
Details
Trip Duration
7 days
People per Guide
4 people
Trip Level
Intermediate
Offer Period
Mar
Type of Trip
Group
Highlights
- Explore one of Norway's most stunning coastlines by boat
- Stop to ski in a different spot every day
- Enjoy the company of other skiers and an IFMGA-certified guide
Price per person
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Accommodation
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Lofoten
Arrival day in Lofoten. Rigging and arrangement of equipment. Briefing and dinner on the boat.
- Day 2 to 7: Skiing/mountaineering and sailing
- Day 7: Departure in the afternoon/evening
Other details
All Levels
Fit
We will meet in Lofoten. To get to Lofoten, you can fly into Svolvær with SAS or fly to Evenes with Norwegian or SAS. The cheapest is to fly to Evenes but you'll have to drive for 2.5 hours to get to Lofoten. This is a beautiful drive so if you arrive in the daylight it's a plus.
Sailboat SkyDancer
It is a tailored made boat of steel for arctic sailing and sleeps up to 8 guests in high comfort cabins. Divided on 3 double bunk bed cabins and one 4-bunk cabin in the front. She has 2 large saloons. On the upper deck saloon you can enjoy the views in comfortable sofas, and there is another nice saloon down below where we have meals together, hang out, drink coffee and watch movies. There is also two guest bathrooms and one shower.The central heating throughout the Ship makes it warm, dry and comfortable on board. It also provides us with unlimited heated water for showers. To make sure we have fresh water at all times there’s a large tank together with a 300 liters pr/hour water-maker. She is equipped with all navigation aids and safety equipment for sailing in high arctic waters. The Ship has a cruising speed of 8-9 knots. Large generators ensure plenty of power for your laptop, camera etc
This trip is suitable for guests with intermediate to advanced skiing level.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT: private ski and avalanche gear, backpack and clothing for touring. A complete equipment list will be sent out when ordering the Ski & Sail package.
About the Guide
Northern Alpine Guides is based in Lofoten, Norway and is run by IFMGA-certified guide Seth Hobby and his wife Maren Eek Bistrup. They offer climbing and ski touring trips, both tailor-made and for groups.
Their base camp in Kavelbag, Lofoten - the Lofoten Ski Lodge - is the ultimate spot to have a true Arctic experience while enjoying comfy accommodation and great food year round.
The team, made up of passionate and certified guides, also runs trips in Alaska, the Alps and Nepal. Whether you are a beginner or an accomplished alpinist or ski tourer, you can count on having the time of your life in the company of Northern Alpine Guides.
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