Ski touring trip
LOFOTEN
NORWAY
Südtirolalpin
Certified Mountain Guide
IFMGA - Mountain Guides Associations
Mail suedtirolalpin@gmail.com
Prices from
2.800,- €
Travel time
9 days
ABOUT THE TRIP
Between rugged summits and the sea, a ski touring journey awaits on the Lofoten that is raw, special, and pretty hard to forget.
9 days
The Lofoten in the far north of Norway are without doubt among the most beautiful and magical places on earth. A wildly jagged mountain landscape, deeply cut by countless fjords, with peaks rising to 1,150 metres, offers ideal terrain for varied and dreamlike ski tours with descents all the way down to the sea.
Idyllic little towns, together with our cosy accommodation with its own sauna, are perfect for recovering from the tours and letting the soul unwind. On one night or another, we will also head out in search of the mystical Northern Lights. From February to April, the chances are especially good on clear nights. It is precisely this mix of ski touring, sea, weather drama, and Nordic calm that makes a trip to the Lofoten so special.
HIGHLIGHTS
✧ Ski tours directly above the sea – it is exactly this combination that makes the Lofoten so special.
✧ Rugged yet magical mountain landscapes with wonderfully varied touring options.
✧ Relaxing in the in-house sauna with sea views after the tours.
✧ Good chances of catching sight of the mystical Northern Lights – we will definitely keep watch for them.
✧ Excellent ways to make the most of bad-weather days too: Svolvær, fishing villages, Viking Museum, cosy Rorbuer cabins, spa, or for the adventurous, surfing north of the Arctic Circle.
✧ Cinnamon buns 😋 … each one more delicious than the last.
INFO
Services
Included in the price
- All organization, planning, and bookings and reservations are handled in advance by the mountain guide.
- Professional on-site guidance by a state-certified mountain guide.
- Fee for the mountain guide.
- Overnight stay in a seafront cottage (with sauna).
*The final price depends on availability, individual client requests, and current market prices.
- Rental car in Lofoten.
- Expenses (travel and accommodation) for the mountain guide.
Additional costs
- Flight to Evenes
- Food and beverages, as well as personal expenses
- Possible surcharge for single rooms (upon request and subject to availability)
- Touring skis, skins, and ski boots can be rented from a rental shop upon request
- Individual tips
* Other rental equipment is available upon request for €20 per item for the entire trip.
Facts
Location
Lofoten
Best time of year
Mid-February - end of April
Duration
9 days
Meeting point
Evenes Airport
Requirements
- Ascents of 900 - 1,200 meters in altitude
- Skiing on the slopes should be no problem, and you should also be able to cope reasonably well in deep snow
Documents
- Valid passport (valid for at least 30 days)
Otherwise, no special entry documents are currently required for EU citizens.
PRICING
Participants
5-8 people
Smaller groups or individual tour guides available upon request.
For groups of 6 or more, a second mountain guide will be provided.
Prices
1-4 people:
5 people or more:
on request
2,800 €
* The price is for guidance only.
The final price may vary depending on availability, season, individual preferences, and current market prices at the time of booking.
If you have any questions or need further information, please write them in the comment field of the inquiry form.
Before submitting your request: Please read the "important information" about risks in mountaineering carefully.
Dates:
upon request
PROGRAM
Day 1: Journey to the Lofoten
Our Lofoten adventure begins with the group flight via Oslo to Evenes. Here we collect our rental car and then drive for about 3 hours to our accommodation near Svolvær.
Days 2–8: Ski tours by the sea
Once we have arrived at our accommodation near Svolvær, we find ourselves in what is probably one of the most extraordinary and magical ski touring areas in Europe. To get used to the terrain and the snow beyond the Arctic Circle, we begin with one of the easier Lofoten classics.
In the coming days, from wonderful traverses to descents straight down to the sea, we will enjoy a wide range of varied ski tours and get to know the highlights of this region. At any time of year, every kind of weather is possible on the Lofoten. The sky and the mood change here from one minute to the next, and this wild landscape combined with the raw and atmospheric weather will leave us standing open-mouthed in amazement more than once and simply invite us to soak it all in.
Sauna culture is deeply rooted in Norway, and what could be better than warming cold limbs after a perhaps windy and fast-paced ski tour in a Finnish sauna right by the sea, enjoying the view and recharging for the days ahead?
If the weather lets us down or the body calls for a rest day, the Lofoten offer plenty of ways to discover this peninsula beyond ski touring. Svolvær, Henningsvær, and Kabelvåg are right on our doorstep, but an excursion to Reine and Å is also well worthwhile. On the way, a stop at the Viking Museum is highly recommended.
For the especially adventurous, surfing in winter 300 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle is guaranteed to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience that nobody back home will believe anyway. Thanks to thick wetsuits and neoprene gloves, the waters of the North Atlantic are surprisingly comfortable.
No Lofoten trip would be complete without hunting for the Northern Lights as well. On clear nights, we will keep watch for the Aurora Borealis. Perhaps with a little less sleep than at home, but with all the more experiences, intense days, and impressions, this ski touring week will fly by. Delicious food and not exactly cheap beer round the whole thing off into a thoroughly successful holiday.
Walking time: 4–6 h | ↑ 800–1,200 m ascent | ↓ 800–1,200 m descent | Difficulty: WS–ZS (guideline per day)
Day 9: Flight home
After 8 eventful days, it is time to say goodbye to the far north of Norway. Very likely with the quiet promise to ourselves that we will return to this wonderful place someday.
Sounds good, but not perfect?
No problem: This is just an idea of how the program for trip could look like. The duration can be extended or shortened as desired. I would be happy to put together a customized itinerary for you or a group, tailored entirely to your ideas and wishes.
Simply send us a non-binding inquiry using the form above.
Any changes to the travel program that may be necessary for various reasons (weather, conditions, accommodation booking situation, etc.) will always be made in consultation with the participants.
DESTINATION FACTS
Lofoten
Country: Norway
Population: 24,000
Area: 1,250 km²
Currency: Norwegian krone
Language: Norwegian / Sami
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - (FAQs)
How demanding are the ski tours on the Lofoten?
The tour days fall within the WS–ZS range and are chosen depending on the weather, snow conditions, and the group. You should therefore already have experience in ski touring and be able to move well in the mountains for several days in a row.
What happens in bad weather?
Especially on the Lofoten, changeable weather is simply part of the experience. If a ski tour doesn't make sense, we use our time flexibly: with excursions to Svolvær, fishing villages, the Viking Museum, the sauna, or simply for a more relaxing day.
What equipment do I need to bring?
You will receive the exact packing list with your confirmation email. Naturally, your ski touring equipment and suitable clothing for windy days by the sea are essential. Any missing equipment can be rented from Südtirolalpin for a small wear-and-tear fee.
