Looking for a whole new world of countless mountains and ski opportunities? Look no further. Norway’s remote, shockingly beautiful Lofoten Islands and the Lyngen Alps are accessible only by sea, and they have it all. Every day we’ll reach new spots by sailboat, and ski down some wild and pristine slopes, with those deep fjords all around us. But this isn’t just about skiing—it’s about people as well, getting to know life on the sailboat, and exploring Scandinavian nature in all its glory. From the moment you arrive, IFMGA guides Maria and Ulrik, and their dog Ramoncito will make you feel like part of the family. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime ski & sail journey!
The uninhabited fjords of Lofoten Islands and the Lyngen Alps are the ideal base for your skiing adventure. Hop on a sailboat, meet your terrific IFMGA guides, and get ready for a week of skiing in remote, untouched areas. Being on a sailboat gives us the freedom to switch locations daily and access mountain peaks from the sea. After shredding snow all day long, we’ll retreat back to our warm sailboat. This adventure is all-inclusive, so the only thing you’ve got to worry about is bringing your equipment. Join us for an unforgettable week within the Arctic Circle!
Gather at Svolvær Harbor between 2 and 4 pm. After boarding the sailboat and getting settled in, you’ll discuss safety with your guides and your group, and go through an equipment check. Set sail and anchor in a quiet spot for the night!
Meals: Dinner
Following an early breakfast, you’ll decide on the best route with the guide and have a full day out skiing! You’ll climb the peaks in Raftsundet and then enjoy long and scenic descents. Return to the boat to eat dinner, and sail to the next day’s starting point.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Both of these days you’ll have an early breakfast, discuss the best route, and explore some new mountains! Return to the boat, have dinner, and get some rest. Move to the new location.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Another day of exciting skiing in Innerfjorden, which will give you a chance to ski where no one lives. You know the drill: breakfast, route discussion, full day of skiing, and return to the boat. Sail to the next destination.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Today is dedicated to Trollfjorden, one of the most beautiful, narrow fjords in Norway, and be on the lookout for trolls! You’ll plan your day according to the weather and conditions, and choose between more challenging or safer routes. After a full day out, return to the boat for a delicious dinner. Set sail towards the final skiing destination of the trip.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
After a hearty breakfast, discuss the route with your guides and your team. Make sure you use your final skiing day well. After you’ve skied your heart out, return to the boat and set sail for Svolvær, which is where it all started.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
All good things come to an end, and so does this ski & sail tour. After breakfast, pack up, say goodbye to your guides and your team, and check out between 10 and noon. If you’d like to stay longer and explore the area, just ask your guides for some recommendations!
Meals: Breakfast
Please note that setting a fixed itinerary months before departure is simply not possible as the weather plays a key role. The itinerary above is a suggestion, but you and your guide will discuss every day where to next. You can rest assured that your IFMGA certified guides will make the best decisions for the group, and as locals, they should be able to find some fluffy powder!
This is not just a ski trip. It’s the best trip you’ll ever have. Maria and Ulrik are the kindest people on the sea. They not only shared their amazing boat, delicious meals and plenty of laughs and magical moments with us but also paired us with an incredible guide to ski around the widest and most beautiful ski terrain I’ve ever seen! I highly recommend this trip to any skier who wants to have the time of their life! Thanks again for everything!
I’m tempted to say that the trip was an utter disaster and we all suffered dysentery because I would prefer to keep this small family run business a secret. But without a doubt, the journey was a complete joy and reminded me, my friend, and all the new friends I gained of how grateful we are that Ulrike and Maria run this tour in some of the most scenic, adventurous, and hidden gem ski touring locations away from the highly marketed Lofoten region. Meeting locals, catching fish,sauna beers and being out in untouched nature- were just a few things that made this trip a joy.
What you get on this adventure:
What’s not included:
Your home for the week will be one of the three sailboats your guides have at their disposal. You will board Jolly, Alma, or Varden.
To get an idea of what they look like, here’s a brief description of Jolly, a 49-foot long Långedrag steel cruiser. This Dutch-built boat is equally as sturdy as it is comfy and spacious, so you can rest assured that Jolly will never fail to protect you even if the seas get rough. Its five cabins snuggly accommodate up to seven guests aboard, with whom you can mingle in the common area in the center of the boat—but don’t miss the chance to bask in the sun on its huge deck if the weather’s nice! Jolly moves with some help from the wind and can easily reach a cruising speed of 6.5-8 knots to give you a comfortable ride.
The Lyngen Alps & Lofoten ski touring & sailing adventure is an all-inclusive one. There’s not a thing for you to worry about on this cruise. After a full day out skiing, you’ll get back to your cozy sailboat and a delicious meal.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks are included in this trip, as well as non-alcoholic beverages (tea, coffee, juice, water). Regarding the food, vegetarian, vegan, fish, or meat dishes are available—you won’t be left hungry. All of it can be prepared as Arabic, Indian, Spanish, Chinese, Thai, or Norwegian food, courtesy of Jolly’s incredible cook Maria!
If you’ve got any special dietary requirements, let us know upon booking.
To enjoy this Lyngen Alps & Lofoten ski touring & sailing, you need to be in good enough shape to climb anywhere from 3,280 to 4,920 ft (1,000-1,500 m) above sea level. You will be on your feet for several hours a day for 6 days in a row, covering several miles of terrain every day. You will need to manage controlled descents in variable conditions. All participants should feel comfortable on challenging blue or black-level resort runs and be able to carry a loaded daypack while skinning up variable degrees of terrain.
To participate in this Lyngen Alps & Lofoten ski touring & sailing adventure, you need to have backcountry skiing experience. There will be an expert guide with you who will take care of the planning and help you hone your skiing skills, but the tour is not meant for total beginners.
If you’ve never sailed before, that’s absolutely fine! There are no sailing prerequisites to join this tour, though having some sailing skills is always a plus. The crew can handle all aspects of the boat without any assistance, but your guides believe that the best way to truly experience sailing is to join in on the action. The extent to which you participate is entirely up to you and your level of comfort.
For technical backcountry ski touring gear, you will need to bring:
For personal items, we recommend bringing:
All mandatory gear can be rented if you don’t have your own. You can rent:
You can rent all the ski gear you need from Arctic Rentals in Kabelvåg, 10 minutes away from Svolvær, the starting point of your tour. If you need to rent gear, let us know and we can help make arrangements.
Group sizes and prices:
Lyngen Alps & Lofoten ski touring & sailing adventures can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements:
If your group has skiers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
Your Lyngen Alps & Lofoten ski tour & sailing adventure begins in Svolvær Harbor in the Lofoten Archipelago of Norway. You can get there by air, ferry, or road.
You’ll meet your guides and your team at Svolvær Harbor between 2 and 4 pm of Day 1.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both emergency medical and travel insurance. With medical insurance, if you have an accident or medical emergency on or off the mountain, you’ll avoid paying out of pocket for costly expenses. This covers everything from hospital treatments to emergency air transportation and more.
Travel insurance covers canceled flights, natural disasters and other scenarios that may interrupt your travel plans. Personal travel insurance is mandatory.
We also expect you to respect local regulations and take measures to protect yourselves, your guides, and the communities you’re traveling to.
If you need assistance selecting the right insurance for your group, let us know and we will be happy to help!
Deposits
Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.
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Early bird booking
Want to be the first one to know when we publish new dates or secure your spot well in advance? Select a future month that suits you best and lock in your early bird spot in time with just a 10% deposit.
As soon as our guides publish new tour dates, you’ll be the first one to know. We’ll hold your spot for 2 weeks until you choose the date that suits you best.
More about how early bird bookings work below:
Had a fantastic time on the ski and sail trip. The longer you can go the better, you will not get bored of the incredible scenery and the experience of being able to fully unplug. The boat itself is extremely comfortable and Ulrik and Maria are very welcoming and seasoned hosts. You will be thinking “Should I quit my job and live on a boat???” by the end of the trip. Hope to return for more adventures in the coming years!