Few places in the world still look like this. The Lyngen Alps rise straight out of the Arctic Ocean in northern Norway—jagged, 1,000+ (3,280-ft) meter peaks plunging directly into the deep blue fjords, raw and barely touched. We’ve been guiding and living here for decades, and we built our lodge right on the edge of the water on the island of Uløya so guests can experience this place properly: not from a hotel in town, but from inside it. A week with us means six hiking days across the archipelago and into Reisa National Park, full-board meals built around local Arctic ingredients, a sauna overlooking the fjord, and mornings that start with a packed lunch and a thermos before heading into the mountains.
Seven nights based at the Lyngen Lodge on the island of Uløya, with six full guided hiking days across the Lyngen archipelago. Our week covers terrain from rocky coastal paths and fjord-facing ridgelines to high mountain cirques and Norway's national park interior. Full-board accommodation, airport transfers, and sea fishing are all included—this is as close to a complete Arctic week as it gets!
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In order to join this Lyngen hiking tour, great fitness is required as well as the ability to hike 3–9 hours per day.
The most you’ll hike in a day is up to 9 hours, with climbs reaching up to 1,000 m (3,281 ft) of elevation. Expect moderate but sustained effort—your guides plan hikes for walkers used to 3–6 hours and up to 300 m (984 ft) of elevation per hour. All walks are on mountain trails, with some variability depending on the group. There are flexible options and some easier or rest days built in.
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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
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Group sizes and pricing
Lyngen hiking tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The starting point of your Lyngen hiking week is Tromsø. Most people fly into Tromsø Airport (TOS), which has direct connections from Oslo and several European cities. Your guides will pick you up from Tromsø and transfer you to the lodge on Uløya—airport transfer is included in the price.
You will meet your guide at the airport on the afternoon of Day 1. Check-in at the lodge is from 4 pm.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
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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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Our stay was absolutely amazing. The lodge is cozy, comfortable, and has everything you need. Plans were flexible and adapted daily to the weather and guests’ preferences, with every detail handled smoothly, especially logistics. The crew is fantastic—always helpful and smiling—and our guides were very reliable and knowledgeable about the area, making each outing adventurous and safe. Food was also great, with something special each night.
A special mention to Artur, the owner, whose energy, stories, and passion made the experience truly unique. Absolutely recommended—even though part of me wishes it could stay a secret!