SKI TOURING IN NORWAY: DISCOVER THE LOFOTEN ISLANDS
8 days of travel / 7 days of skiing
Powderwego invites you on a fabulous ski holiday in Norway 's Lofoten archipelago. Escape with us to the far reaches of the Arctic Circle for a timeless week. On the edge of the Arctic region, come ski in one of the country's most renowned areas, famous for its stunning ski touring routes.
Ski touring in the Lofoten Islands from €3,500*
March - April
Svolvaer
6 pax
Ascents +900m
Mountains and sea
Northern Lights
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YOU WILL ENJOY
our great mobility to reach the best spots
skiing down to the sea
the northern lights
a superb seaside lodge
local cuisine
The Lofoten Islands: The best ski touring spots between sea and mountains
The Lofoten Islands archipelago is located in northwestern Norway . It stretches from the mainland into the Arctic Ocean, covering an area of approximately 1,200 km². The highest peak is Hivravstinden , which reaches 1,146 m. The landscapes are quite typical: steep mountains and Arctic fjords plunge directly into secluded bays sheltering narrow coastal strips where roads and villages cluster.
Throughout this ski trip, you'll be accommodated in a comfortable three-star hotel, in rorbuer, the colorful fishermen's cabins characteristic of the Lofoten Islands. In response to the growth of tourism, these traditional dwellings have been renovated with modern comforts. After your days of ski touring in the heart of the majestic fjords, all you'll have to do is admire the exceptional spectacle of sunset and the Northern Lights, accompanied by the songs of the whales. An unforgettable, simply magical trip!
This ski touring trip in the Lofoten Islands is open to intermediate to expert off-piste skiers in good physical condition. It is organized around daily ski tours. These begin at the coastline and lead you, without major difficulties, on ascents of 3 to 5 hours of walking per day and descents of 600 meters to 1 kilometer on average.
Once on the ridges, where the views are breathtaking, we can ski back down off-piste , either through challenging couloirs or gentler slopes.
sheltering forests, all the way to the seaside. The routes are
chosen each morning according to the weather, the level of sea ice, the snow conditions and your desires.
We have a private minibus at our disposal for the duration of the trip. This allows us the freedom to decide the starting and ending points of our itineraries. The main islands of the archipelago are all connected by a network of bridges and tunnels. Optionally, and depending on conditions, we can organize one or more days of ski touring on more isolated islands, accessible only by boat, such as Stormolla and Litlmolla .
After your day of off-piste skiing , you can relax in the warmth of a sauna before dining at the hotel or elsewhere. This will be the perfect way to end your evenings in the most charming remote villages, such as Svolvær, Henningsvær, or Reine .
Our strengths:
Our knowledge of the Lofoten archipelago and the high mountains
Our 22 years of experience in ski touring and off-piste skiing
Our premium personalized formulas
Our concern for respecting nature and safety conditions
The skills and experience of our ski travel agency
If you need more details, we will answer any questions about this ski trip to Norway within 24 hours. Depending on your off-piste skiing level and your expectations, we will provide you with a quote for a personalized stay.
You will enjoy:
Our high mobility to reach the best sectors
Spectacular natural panoramas stretching all the way to the sea
The Northern Lights and whales
Local culture and culinary specialties
YOUR LOFOTEN SKI HOLIDAY WILL GO BY
Day 1: Flight Oslo / Bodø / Svolvaer. Depending on your departure airport, it may be necessary to arrive in Oslo the day before.
Transfer from the airport, check-in at our Lofoten Lodge.
After a quick snack, if the arrival time of the entire group allows, a short ski tour will be organized to check the condition of the equipment (if there are any problems, it can be repaired in town the following day). Dinner in town and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: After breakfast at the Lofoten Ski Lodge, we'll depart in the morning for a hike and some skiing. Returning in the late afternoon, we'll enjoy some relaxation time at the Svolvær harbor.
Days 3 to 7: 5 days of ski touring in different fjords and on different islands.
Day 8: Morning in Svolvær, then return flight to Oslo and other connections to your destination.
The itinerary for our ski trips is indicative only. It may be modified depending on snow and weather conditions, skiing ability, and the group's preferences, in order to ensure everyone's safety and enjoyment. The accompanying guide has the final say in this matter.
Number of travel days: 8
Number of skiing days: 6 to 7
Technical level: 3/5 experience in ski touring and off-piste skiing in deep snow.
Physical level: 3/5 capable of moderate effort for several hours.
Number of participants: maximum 3 groups of 6 people + 3 guides.
Our package includes:
For 1 group of 6 people + 1 guide (maximum 3 groups)
The stay will be supervised by a Powderwego professional.
A private minibus for a week
7 nights in a lodge in a double room (single room at an extra cost), breakfasts included
Picnic lunches for days dedicated entirely to hiking
Safety packs (ABS® airbag backpack or equivalent, avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe)
Our package does not include:
Return flight and return transfer to Svolvaer*
Ski touring clothing and equipment: appropriate clothing, poles with wide baskets, touring skis, climbing skins, crampons, helmets. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or difficulties finding this kit. Bring two bags (a travel bag and a ski bag).
Personal items, food and drinks for the race that you will need to bring during the day (dried fruit, cereal bars, chocolate, energy bars and drinks, etc.),
Lunches (excluding picnics), dinners, drinks and tips
Insurance.
Expect to pay around €200 for flights to Oslo-Gardermoen from major European countries and around €500 for flights from Oslo to Svolvær via Bodø. Note: Oslo's Gardermoen Airport is preferable; otherwise, allow extra time for transfers.
Option to include the Oslo-Svolvær flight in your package.
Contact the PowderWeGo team for more information.
Required level for this stay:
Technical level: 3/5 in skiing and off-piste skiing
Physical level: 3/5, capable of moderate effort for several hours