1-week Ski mountaineering in Lofoten, Norway

Enjoy a unique 8-day ski mountaineering experience in the Lofoten Archipelago, a fascinating destination in Norway, along with an IFMGA-certified guide.

Group

8 Days

Apr

High

Advanced

Highlights

Discover one of the most unique skiing destinations in the world
Enjoy great runs from the top of the mountains all the way down to the sea
Stay at a comfortable lodge and relax at a sauna after a long skiing day

Description

If you are looking for an amazing ski mountaineering experience in a unique off-the-beaten-path destination, I have the perfect plan for you. Join Matheo Jacquemoud, an IFMGA-certified guide and top ski mountaineering athlete, on this 8-day adventure and discover the spectacular slopes of the Lofoten islands, an archipelago in northern Norway, far above the Arctic Circle.

This unique wilderness location offers a rare combination of sharp peaks and deep fjords, making it a true skier’s paradise. Matheo really love skiing in Lofoten and will make sure you enjoy the best runs here. You will enjoy epic descents from the top of the mountains all the way down to the sea.

Our base during this week will be a comfortable lodge in the fishing village of Henningsvaert. We will have breakfast at the lodge every morning, a picnic lunch and dinner at a restaurant in the evening.

From Oslo we will fly to Narvik, where we will rent a car. Then we will have a 2-hour drive to Svolvaer, and from there we just have 25 minutes to our lodge.

In order to join this tour, you need to be in good shape and you must have previous ski mountaineering experience. Take into account that you will have about 1000 to 2000 meters of elevation gain every day. A maximum of 6 people are allowed on this trip.

Lofoten offers a truly unique skiing experience. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to discover this spectacular destination in northern Norway. Send me a request and book your trip! Matheo will be thrilled to guide you here.

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Dinner
Transport during the trip
Transportation start and back
Snacks

Price details

Price excludes the plane ticket. Transportation from the airport of Narvik/Harstad included. Contact me for private groups.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival

Arrival at Narvik/Harstad airport in the late afternoon (domestic flight from Oslo). Transfer by minibus to the accommodation. Installation, explanation of the course of the stay and equipment check.

Day 2 to 7: Mountaineering days

Depending on the conditions, one or more peaks above the ocean. The peaks culminate at a maximum altitude of 1200m. It is possible according to the desires and the conditions to chain several. All hikes are within a maximum radius of 40 minutes by car from the accommodation. Depending on the conditions, the objective is to set off on ski touring from around 9 a.m. in the morning until mid-afternoon. Then we return to the hotel to enjoy our free time to visit or rest.

Between 1200 m and 1700 m of elevation gain per day.

Day 8: End of the program

End of stay, return to the airport.

About the guide

Caroline

4.8

(9)

Mountain Leader

I hold the State Certificate of Mountain Leader (UIMLA), Athlete of Team Garmin Adventure. I won many trail competitions such as Oxygen Challenge, The Glaciers Tour of Vanoise, Albertville Trail, Drayes Blanches of Vercors, the Frison Roche Beaufort, Run and skate of Chamonix… I have also some racing podiums such as the Saintélyon, the Lyon Urban Trail, the Causses Marathon, the Allobroges. I am an ex-sportswoman of high level in rowing (World Championships, World Cups, France Championships). I have a mastery STAPS (Sport) and BEES First degree in rowing.
I organise and supervise many trail courses in the Alps with a pro team, a friends group with whom we have a mission: Run and enjoy! I invite you to contact me if you want to train and/or discover these incredible massifs.

Languages

French | English

Certificates

UIMLA

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