Arrive in Tromsø, gather up at the airport, and hop straight into our rental vehicle for the drive north to Lyngen Experience. The scenic route sets the tone—a rugged coastline, vast fjords, and that first sight of mountains dropping into the sea. Settle into your waterfront room, shake off the travel, and get ready to dive into Arctic adventure.
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Over eight days, we dive deep into the Lyngen Alps, staying put in a single beautiful fjord-side lodge. We arrive together in Tromsø, transfer north, and spend six full ski days chasing the very best snow, lines, and weather around Lyngen without any need to pack up or move hotels. Every night we return to our comfortable home base with sauna, hot tubs, and tasty food. The itinerary stays flexible—summits, glacier traverses, remote couloirs, even boat-accessed objectives are all on the table, always chosen for the group’s skills and the best possible conditions. We wrap up back in Tromsø, recharged and full of stories.
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We get our bearings with a classic Lyngen tour—perhaps Russelvfjellet, where open snowfields drop straight to the fjord, or another friendly summit. It’s a great way to warm up the legs and test equipment, with incredible views all around and a flexible pace to suit everyone. Back at the lodge, recover in the sauna or outdoor hot tub overlooking the water.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Ascent: 800–1,500 m (2,625–4,921 ft)
Accommodation: Lyngen Experience Lodge
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We check in on current snow, weather, and group energy, then target a fresh objective—maybe a classic like Storgalten or one of Lyngen’s quieter summits. The mix of big lines, playful powder, and wild Arctic surroundings never disappoints. After another adventure, it’s back to the lodge for shared stories and good food.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Ascent: 800–1,500 m (2,625–4,921 ft)
Accommodation: Lyngen Experience Lodge
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Today we might step it up with a longer tour—think Tafeltinden, with glaciated terrain and true alpine scale. If avalanche and group conditions allow, perhaps we aim for a wilder couloir or technical descent. The fjord views, shimmering ice, and winter silence up high? Unbeatable. Recover those muscles with sauna and a soak on your return.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Ascent: 800–1,500 m (2,625–4,921 ft)
Accommodation: Lyngen Experience Lodge
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If the group is ready and conditions align, we’ll head for more tucked-away objectives—maybe the Batman & Robin couloirs or a summit only reachable by boat. Every day is a fresh call, based on where the skiing will be best and the vibe of the team. Evenings are all about recovery and refueling at our lodge by the water.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Ascent: 800–1,500 m (2,625–4,921 ft)
Accommodation: Lyngen Experience Lodge
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We keep the momentum rolling, using the flexibility of our base—if the north is stormy, maybe we venture farther south; if the sun’s out, it’s time for big descents and open faces right from our doorstep. Each evening is a celebration of another perfect day in Lyngen, topped off by those famous lodge comforts.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Ascent: 800–1,500 m (2,625–4,921 ft)
Accommodation: Lyngen Experience Lodge
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We rally for one last big tour in the Lyngen Alps—maybe revisiting a favorite run or chasing a new high point. There’s time for extra turns, those last mountain photos, and a celebratory soak and dinner back at the lodge. It’s the perfect way to wrap up an epic Arctic adventure with newfound friends.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Ascent: 800–1,500 m (2,625–4,921 ft)
Accommodation: Lyngen Experience Lodge
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Pack up, say goodbye to the fjord, and drive back to Tromsø together. Return the rental vehicle at the airport and head home, legs tired and spirits high from a week of Arctic skiing and lodge life.
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Included:
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- An experienced, local ski guide with extensive knowledge of the Lyngen Alps
- 7-day ski touring adventure in Norway (6 days of ski touring)
- Accommodation for 6 nights at a comfort-level fjord-side lodge (double occupancy)
- 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
- Transfers during the tour using a rental vehicle
Not included:
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- Transportation to Norway
- Anything not mentioned in the ‘Included’ section above
- Insurance — recommended, available at checkout
- Guide gratuities — optional
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In order to join this ski touring tour, great fitness is required as well as prior off-piste skiing and ski touring experience. The most you’ll ascend within a day is up to 1,500 m (4,921 ft), across six consecutive days. The guides adapt objectives to group ability, but expect challenging days, variable weather, and technical terrain in a true Arctic environment.
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Gear:
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- Touring skis or splitboard with skins and ski crampons
- Avalanche safety kit (beacon, shovel, probe), pack (30–40L)
- Helmet, climbing harness, ski poles, sunglasses/goggles
- Water bottle or thermos (min. 1–1.5L), headlamp
Clothing:
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- Waterproof, windproof shell jacket and pants
- Insulated mid-layers (down/synthetic jacket)
- Thermal baselayers, beanie, neck gaiter
- Gloves/mittens (plus an extra pair), warm socks
Other:
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- Personal toiletries, sunscreen, lip balm
- Casual lodge clothes, swimwear for sauna/hot tubs
- Camera (optional but recommended)
Dress comfortably and for cold, changeable weather in clothes you can move in. Layers are best—avoid jeans.
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Group sizes and pricing:
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- For this ski touring tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 4:1.
- The maximum group size is set at 12 participants.
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The starting point of your ski touring adventure is Tromsø, Norway. To get there, most people fly into Tromsø Airport (TOS). From there, you’ll meet your guide at the airport on arrival and transfer together by rental vehicle to Lyngen Experience Lodge at Nord-Lenangen. Return transfer to Tromsø is included.
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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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