Sail and Ski in Bodo and Lofoten, Norway

Included:

• • An experienced, IFMGA ski guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  • 8-day Bodo & Lofoten ski & sail adventure (6 days of skiing)
  • Accommodation aboard a boat for 7 nights
  • Professional skipper and chef
  • Standard offshore lifejacket and lifeline
  • Shore landings and tours with the dinghy
  • Bedding and towels
  • Onboard food (breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner)
  • Hot beverages and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Fuel and all port dues

Not included:

• • Flights to Bodø, Norway
  • Personal gear                 
  • Food and beverages on the day of arrival until boarding
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Voice and data communication using onboard equipment
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Guide gratuities — optional

It’s the best ever! You can expect a wonderful blend of adventure, camaraderie, and awe-inspiring beauty of Bodo & Lofoten. There are three boats cruising the icy waters: Varuna and Intrepido hosting up to 6 guests, and KÉRABAN, ideal for a smaller group of up to 4.

All sailboats boast the highest standard deck fittings, rig, and sails. They are maintained and equipped above World Sailing Offshore Special Regulations Category 1 standards.

Following daily ski tours with an IFMGA certified guide, you’ll come back to a warm and cozy boat. A friendly crew and a chef will spoil you every day with a full breakfast, après ski snacks, and a three-course dinner using local specialties with carefully selected wines!

This Lofoten and Bodo ski & sail adventure is ideal for intermediate to advanced backcountry skiers with excellent fitness. Each day, you’ll cover up to 8 km (5 miles) with as much as 1,100 meters (3,600 ft) of elevation gain. The steepest sections reach gradients of up to 30%. Expect to be on the move for about 6 hours daily. Be sure you’re prepared for 6 consecutive days of this level of effort.

All participants should feel comfortable on black level resort runs as you will be skiing on glaciated terrain with variable snow conditions. Experience with sailing is not necessary.

If you’d like to check out similar adventures, consider this ski & sailing tour in Svalbard or in Norway’s Lyngen Alps!

Due to the terrain, location and length of this Lofoten & Bodo ski tour, this adventure is predominantly for intermediate to advanced backcountry skiers. If you’re just starting out, we recommend heading out for some intro touring with a guide and gaining some backcountry experience. 

Clothing list

• • Wool or synthetic socks and liner socks
  • Long underwear top — synthetic or wool
  • Light fleece or wool sweater
  • Wind shell — nylon or ‘Schoeller’ type jacket
  • Waterproof breathable jacket
  • Warm insulated jacket — down or synthetic
  • Long underwear bottoms — synthetic or wool
  • Multipurpose stretch nylon or ‘Schoeller’ type pants
  • Waterproof breathable pants
  • Warm hat — wool or synthetic
  • Brimmed cap for sun protection
  • Face warmer — scarf, neck tube or balaclava (optional)
  • Light gloves — wool, synthetic or leather
  • Insulated gloves or mitts with waterproof outer shell
  • Spare gloves or mitts
  • Handkerchief for blocking the sun (optional)

Snow safety equipment

• • Avalanche beacon with good batteries (and spares)
  • Shovel
  • Probe (2.4m or longer preferred)

Travel equipment

• • Skis or split board
  • Ski strap
  • Ski or snowboard boots
  • Poles
  • Climbing skins
  • Skin wax (or a candle)
  • Ski crampons — mandatory
  • Binding repair kit to fix your personal travel setup
  • Ski helmet — optional

Personal equipment

• • Pack (30-40 litres)
  • Sunglasses (both orange and dark lenses help a lot for travel in all conditions)
  • Goggles (orange lenses)
  • Sunscreen and lip cream (SPF 30+)
  • Head lamp with good batteries
  • Insulated water bottle or thermos (1-2 L)
  • Lunch bag or container
  • Personal blister kit (e.g., Leukotape-P and Compeed/Second Skin blister pads)
  • Pocket knife — optional
  • Camera — optional, but recommended
  • Binoculars — optional

Glacier gear list

• • Harness — fitted for over your ski clothing
  • Locking carabiners (x2)
  • Non-locking carabiners (x2)
  • Prussik cord (5m x 6mm) —optional
  • Sewn sling (120cm) — optional
  • Lightweight ice axe — optional, don’t bring if you don’t have one or don’t like steep skiing

If you have any questions regarding the equipment list, feel free to contact us prior to booking.

Group sizes and pricing

• • For this Lofoten & Bodo ski tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 6:1. 
  • Intrepido and Varuna accommodate up to 6 guests, while KÉRABAN hosts smaller groups of up to 4 people.
  • The standard price is based on twin-share cabins.

Lofoten & Bodo ski tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements

• • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  • Minors over the age of 14 may be permitted to join the Lofoten & Bodo ski tours on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

The starting point of your Lofoten & Bodo ski tour is Bodo, Norway. To get there, most people fly into Bodø Airport (BOO).

Embarkation will begin in the afternoon of Day 1 of the tour, but more details are to come after booking.

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Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!