Lofoten 7-day ski touring and sailing tour
Ski touring and sailing on a boat in the magical and wild Lofoten, in Northern Norway. A 7-day ski trip with an IFMGA certified mountain guide.
Group
7 Days
Mar - May
High
All levels
Highlights
* Tour the Lofoten Islands on board the magnificent S/Y SkyDancer
* Ski during the day and spend the evenings fishing, chilling and sailing
* Benefit from the company of a local certified guide
Description
Cruising untouched powder snow and sailing along the magical islands of the Lofoten is an experience of a lifetime.
Join me on this 7-day ski touring and sailing tour and discover this fascinating world class skiing destination in Norway.
Lofoten is an archipelago located at latitude 68º north along Northern Norway's most spectacular coastline. It's north of the Arctic Circle and it is truly unique in terms of culture, access and climate.
Travelling by sailboat with the view of the the majestic mountains rising from the sea is definitely an unforgettable experience. Every day we will sail to a new spot, in a perfectly equipped 80-foot sailing yacht. Sailing is a fantastic way of getting closer to wildlife, nature and the best untouched powder snow.
The conditions and weather can rapidly change here. As a local guide, I have the best knowledge of Lofoten. It allows me to offer a flexible program, ensuring your safety at the same time.
Besides, our captain and crew on board have good local knowledge and wide international experience. I guarantee this will be a sailing trip you will not forget!
I will plan all our tours and choose our daily destination according to where we find the best conditions in the area. After a good breakfast, we will organise our equipment and get out to chase the powder.
Most of the peaks we will climb start at the beach and are between 750-1100 m. Every day, the round trip will take us approx. 6 to 8 hours. We will enjoy the fascinating views and the great ski tours in the mountains. Back on the boat again, it will be time for chilling, dinner, fishing and sailing. And, of course, to plan the next day’s skiing destination.
Besides, Lofoten is a historical place in Norway. It has several picturesque fishing villages that carry on the ancient tradition of Lofotfiske (cod fishing). There are 5000 year old caves, with traces from the Vikings and Sami, who also lived here and sailed these same waters.
As for accommodation, Skydancer, a 73’ Polar Expedition Sailing Boat, will be the perfect and comfortable base for our adventure. You can check the details of this fantastic and well equipped boat below this description.
Please note that I only organise private sailing and skiing trips. But if you are looking to join a group in Lofoten, you can check the 6-day ski touring trip I guide here, staying at a wonderful ski lodge.
Feel free to contact me if you want to join me on this fantastic ski touring trip. I'll be happy to welcome you in this paradise for backcountry skiing and nature lovers.
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Transport during the trip
- Transportation start and back
Price details
The price also includes skipper, chef and deckhand, port fees, towels and bedding.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Day-Transport to Sailboat
Arrival day. Transport to the sailboat. Rigging and arrangement of equipment, briefing and dinner at the Lofoten Ski Lodge.
Day 2 to 6: Ski touring-Sailing
Days of skiing/mountaineering and sailing.
Day 7: Departure in the afternoon/evening
Details
More info
GUIDING RATIO -For intermediate ski tours: 6 clients:1 guide or 12:2 is our maximum ratio. -For more advanced ski objectives, 4:1.
LEVEL The trip is suitable for skiers of all levels, from first time ski tourers to professional skiers.
EQUIPMENT Each guest brings private ski and avalanche gear, backpack and clothing for touring. A complete equipment list will be sent out when booking your trip.
Meeting point
About the guide
Northern
4.8
(11)
Mountain 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.
Languages
Norwegian | Nepali | English
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