Dramatic mountains, beautiful sandy beaches and fishing villages are distributed on lofotens five main islands. Please see safer ski touring in norway as an alternative. We will use our specially designed classroom by mother nature to learn new techniques and skills. Daily ski touring adventures balanced with a whole body approach to fitness and recovery, including cardio and strengthening hiit circuits, mobility work and yoga inspired stretch flows. While svalbard is remote and wild it is still easily accessible. Guided ski tours at all levels of difficulty, ski mountaineering courses, avalanche courses, and ski touring courses with base camp at lofoten ski lodge. Local guides jonas dahlstrup and thorbjorn enevold has written a guide to the lofoten islands. The ski touring hikes take 45 hours and are approx. Ski touring from boat in norway swiss mountain guide. Daily ski touring adventures balanced with a whole body approach to fitness and recovery, including cardio and strengthening hiit circuits, mobility work and yoga inspired stretch f.
Day 1 flight from zurich via oslo to the lofoten islands. In fact, the sunnmore alps are one of norways most classic ski touring destinations, with 6 of the top 10 norwegian ski tours as voted for by the norwegian mountain guides association. Please note this itinerary is an example of a ski touring trip with azimut in the lofoten, norway. Ski touring enthusiast malou peterson dreamt of a place where mountains meet the ocean and she can both ski and surf. Finding the best possibilities for a good ascent and better descent. Lofoten skiing in the magic islands backcountry books. This stunning arctic coast is right next to mountains where we can ski. The first edition of this guide book was originally published in 2004 in norwegian as toppturer rundt narvik see the norwegian version here.
Backcountry skiing trips lofoten discover the impeccable powder and incredible scenery of the stunning lofoten islands, off the coast of nordland. Ski touring is definitely a growing trend in norway, with lofoten high on the list for skiers from many countries, says haaken christensen, senior adviser on adventure tourism for visit norway. Steep peaks and mountains provide many opportunities for skiing and splitboarding. Guided ski touring in lyngen alps norway at 70 north in northern norway we find perfectly shaped peaks for skiing, surrounded by the sea on all sides. Theyre both excellent backcountry skiing destinations for sure. Otherworldly beauty rewards the effort of every climb. The vast and complex terrain offers a wide choice of aspects, steepness, and length and difficulty of each days tour. However, norway has an abundance of other great ski touring and splitboarding areas too. The cookies are mainly used to measure site traffic. More information about ski touring in the lyngen alps. Ski touring in norway nanook help you plan and book your. Norway ski touring retreat, lofoten lodge mountain beach.
Senja island ski touring holiday with alpine guides the ski. Compare and book a certified guide for your trip on. Our senja island ski touring holiday explores this amazing arctic island in northern norway. We are the guide service with the best experience and knowledge of the terrain and snow conditions in the lofoten islands. Lyngen alps is a very unique skilocation, and one of the worlds most beautiful settings for ski touring and ski mountaineering. If you book a trip with azimut, youll get a 10% discount code on your confirmation page that you can use at our friends. Skiing in lofoten, northern norway book lodge open group packages northern alpine guides 20181117 05. Cozy ocean front cabins with mountain views, local food, jacuzzi, sauna, and certified. Norway, ski touring in the lofoten ski bike mountain. Norway, ski touring in the lofoten 8 days from 2395 per participant guaranteed departure from 4 people.
The lodge was located in the seaside with beautiful views of the mountains and arctic sea. A guidebook to one off the most famed ski touring destinations. Im planning a trip to the lofoten islands at the very end of ski season may 110 and looking to do primarily backcountry skiing with a guide preferably with a group rather than private. The stunning archipelago of the lofoten islands in northern norway extend far into the atlantic ocean. Its probably fair to say that the arctic destinations of lyngen and lofoten are the first places that spring to mind when thinking about ski touring in norway. Lofoten has become a popular ski touring destination, with good reason. Then, you can find a pair of skis that fits your skills.
Ski touring in the lofoten islands, arctic norway sea eagles, northern lights and amazing skiing in arctic wilderness. The lyngen alps is a classic destination for ski touring in norway. We offer climbing guiding, ski guiding, and courses with ifmga certified guides. The terrain is varied and there are many options to chose from. The peaks are located near the town of kabelvag, so you do not necessarily need a car to get. With 8 years of experience exploring the length and breadth of the islands we have the insider knowledge to seek out the hidden gems as well as the well known and. The guide covers the best and most popular ski touring areas in norway including lyngen, lofoten, jotunheimen and the sunnmore alps. Senja lies southwest of the arctic capital tromso, with amazing fjord scenery and the ski touring is excellent summit to sea descents and plenty of variety are on offer, ranging from classic peaks, to ski mountaineering and steeper couloirs. Our destination, digermulen, a quiet little village in lofoten surrounded by spectacular scenery, is the perfect basecamp if you seek the best skiing experiences these islands has to. A short guide to the best areas for ski touring in norway 1 svalbard islands. Lofoten and vesteralen is like a mountain range into the norwegian sea.
Join skinorway in northern norway for an exceptional skitouring holiday along the arctic haute route, skiing the regions best skitouring spots whilst sailing between svolv. If you need a warmup or a rest after a few days hiking, theres also the possibility to ride the lifts at strandafjellet resort too. Lofoten is pretty much unlike any other ski touring destination on the planet. Ski touring in lofoten is truly an amazing experience and we live and base northern alpine guides in lofoten for just this reason. If the beauty of these arctic islands doesnt leave you breathless, the extraordinary ski touring experiences almost certainly will. It is possible to access most portions of the lofoten islands ski terrain via car from svolv. Rost, the island group furthest to the south and west, is located about 100 kilometers from the mainland in the nordic seas. Lofoten ski lodge is a hidden gem at the heart of all the good skiing on the islands. Shop nord norsk klatreskole lofoten mountain guides. Lofoten islands ski touring info lofoten islands norway. Ski touring in the backcountry requires a set of basic skills. The contrast of peaceful ocean views and steep mountains raising straight from the sea makes lofoten islands a place of striking beauty. This guidebook covers 40 of the best day tours in the lofoten islands.
Oct 15, 2017 i stayed in lofoten ski lodge during my ski touring trip in march. I invite you in this occasion ski touring in a truly beautiful environment. Its wild up there, big peaks dropping dramatically into the ocean, deep fjords and endless terrain for skiing. Disembark for the start point of your skiing ascentdescent on the lofoten islands. A very good option for small groups that want to share a guide with other likeminded skiers. Ski touring in lofoten, vesteralen and senja official. Skiing enthusiasts from all over the world come here to ski down the untouched snowcovered mountainsides, which stretch right down to the shores of the lyngenfjord. Snow, mountains, and a culture that worships the outdoors.
Ski touring around narvik describes a wealth of routes in a spectacular landscape for ski enthusiasts on both sides of the norwegianswedish border in northern scandinavia. The lofoten a peninsula which is located on the outskirts of the norwegian coast. The idea of skiing from mountain to fjord is very special to norway. Apr 04, 2015 ski touring in the lofoten islands, arctic norway sea eagles, northern lights and amazing skiing in arctic wilderness. Join with a group of friends, or book a cabin and meet a new group of ski friends. Lofoten skiing in the magic islands a guidebook to one off the most famed ski touring destinations. The area is famous for its alpine mountains and peaks, offering possibilities and options for a wide range of skiers. In addition to skis, we have poles and skins of the short type for hiking in the spectacular lofoten mountain world. The lofoten isles offers some of the purest nature norway has to offer.
As a ski touring destination lofoten is still a wellkept secret, despite its beauty and great snow. Our 5 day 6 night sail to ski is the ultimate ski experience you did not know existed, until now. It is a vast coastal area with jagged granite mountains, providing seemingly endless opportunities for. Join juho, ifmga certified mountain guide, in this 8day ski touring experience in the wonderful lofoten islands, in norway, and ski down to the sea. Norway ski touring retreat a ski touring experience like no other.
Based in villalofoten and digermulen, we experience an amazing skiing adventure in the worlds most beautiful archipelago, lofoten. Having the heart of a ski mountaineer one cannot resist falling in love with the skiing in lofoten mountains. Join us for a week of ski touring adventures north of the arctic circle northern lights, dried cod and sublime ski touring. Established in 1996, our partner stands as a leader for online. Northern alpine guides is the professional guide service based in lofoten, norway.
For an exotic norwegian ski touring trip, choose a destination up north, where the skiing action is likely to be amplified by a sighting of the northern lights. Lofoten one of the most beautiful sites in the world. An unmissable experience for anyone who enjoys ski touring and the wonders of unspoilt nature. Ski touring, backcountry skiing, off piste skiing, backcountry snowboarding and splitboarding guide books and maps for norway. The lofoten stretch out about 100 bis 300km north of the artic circle. Guided backcountry ski tour in the lofoten islands. If you want to be sure that we have your skis ready when you arrive to lofoten, it is necessary to book skis and boots in advance. Independent excursions such as kayaking, fishing, sea eagle safaris, v. Oct 15, 2018 snow, mountains, and a culture that worships the outdoors.
Lofoten is an archipelago in norway with dramatic landscapes. Nowadays in summer time lofoten islands have become a popular tourist destination, but during the winter it is still the fishermen that dictate the pace of life. The smatindan peaks are lofotens most popular offpiste alpine skiing area. The book is packed with tips on how to make the most of trip to the magic islands. The range of peaks stretches from stortinden peak in the west, to finnmarkstinden in the east. The complete guide to backcountry skiing in norway luex. Guided ski touring from lodge or boat in lyngen alps norway. Return to the ship for apres ski and dinner, while you enjoy the voyage to your next destination. If youre heading to norway for the first time, planing to visit multiple area in one trip or simply want to be inspired by this amazing country, this is. The lofoten islands of norway provide an arctic ski experience like no other. In the cabin there were 2 small rooms with bunk beds. We pride ourself in working with talented certified guides and partners who are passionate about their job. N, a sheer cliff rising 1,000 feet from the atlantic ocean. Compare and book the best certified guide for your lofoten backcountry skiing trip with.
The fantastic island world of the lofoten offers top class skitouring. I stayed in lofoten ski lodge during my ski touring trip in march. Indeed, here the mountains meet the sea in a unique setting. Ski touring in lofoten is truly an amazing experience and we live and base. Dramatic mountains, beautiful sandy beaches and fishing villages are distributed on lofoten s five main islands. Norway is full of great places to hit the slopes, and most of them offer cozy to luxurious lodging options, intriguing inbetween activities, and landscapes that are really something to write home about.
From the mainland the islands are separated by the vestfjord. This archipelago feels like an island of its own, stretching west into the norwegian sea with jagged peaks rising straight out of the ocean and offering worldclass terrain for every level of skier. For those who want longer hikes and a faster pace, we can organise this. Senja island ski touring holiday with alpine guides the. Ski touring in lofoten, vesteralen and senja official travel guide. Lofoten ski touring adventures week 3 off piste skiing. This is easy touring terrain and you can ski practically anywhere in the area. Amazing ski touring at the heart of the breathtaking lofoten islands in norway, together with an ifmga certified mountain guide. A new revised edition loaded with beautiful pictures from the region. Located between 74 and 81 degrees north, spitsbergen and svalbard is probably one of the most exotic skiing adventures you. This retreat is for adventurous groups of friends explore the magical landscape of norway on skis. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Summittosea descents, testing couloirs and open birch forests are sure to meet the ambitions of every ski adventurer, whether beginner or advanced.
The guide may adjust certain itineraries and ski areas according to weather and snow conditions as well as participants abilities. Day 2 7 we plan our ski tours according to the conditions. Ski from mountain peaks to the sea under the midnight sun, ski touring in the arctic circle is a truly unique experience. The northern alpine guides look to be the most established, but im interested in shopping around a bit for other guiding outfits. Nowadays in summer time lofoten islands have become a popular tourist destination, but during the winter it is. Backcountry ski guide in lofoten lofoten islands forum. It is a vast coastal area with jagged granite mountains, providing seemingly endless opportunities for ski touring. Stay at lofoten ski lodge and enjoy some of the best skiing lofoten has to offer. We offer ski touring guiding in lofoten from the 1st of february to the end of may. This course give you the perfect introduction to the use of the ski touring equipment, ski touring techniques and skills as well as an introduction to avalanche terrain and assessment. Video about ski touring in lofoten islands, in polar arctic circle. A few destinations to check out in northern norway are the lofoten islands, the lyngen alps and the island of senja. Norway ski guide books and maps norway ski touring guide. Guided ski touring lofoten islands at 68 north, inside the arctic circle in north norway, fishing has been the main source of income for the people for centuries.