You can see this wonderful experience here. Video Norwegian Fjords – Lofoten Ski Mountaineering
The more we travel to Norway, the more we realize the enormous potential this country has when it comes to ski mountaineering. From Manaslu Adventures, we present to you one of the most exotic and wild trips that we can possibly find in mountain skiing. In this case, we will travel to one of the most precious destinations for skimo, Lofoten Islands in Norway.
Lofoten Islands is undoubtedly a unique place. The group of islands, the abundance of peaks that fall abruptly into the sea, the contrast of the snowy landscape with the ocean, the northern lights and the pleasant and always attentive people that one meets in these latitudes will make us enjoy magnificent days ascending to exotic mountains. We will stay in comfortable cabins in Svolvaer where we will have all kinds of amenities. We will enjoy dinners of fresh fish bought directly from the fishermen. We will not have enough days to travel through all the lines that our eyes see, but we will have enough days to travel through a good part of them. This mountain ski trip in Lofoten, in addition to leaving us with a good taste in our mouths, will open the horizon for future adventures with our mountain skis in these latitudes.
Despite the difficult nature of the archipelago, there are wonderful details that make this one of the most amazing tourist places in Norway. The austere red fishermen’s houses, the rows of cod hanging to dry and the boats that sail slowly through the fjords to deliver mail in almost uninhabited areas are some of these details that make Lofoten.
What you should know about your Trip to Lofoten in Luxe Comfort Mode
The experience of skiing in the Norwegian Fjords is undoubtedly an adventure, far from the large crowds in other areas of Europe and notably far from the commercial spirit experienced in other capitals. The exceptional nature of skiing with the sea in the background will leave us with indelible images of enjoying luxury skiing.
The different routes that we have planned seek at all times to enjoy the fallen snow on routes that will allow us to get to know the different fjords and the incomparable views that this enormous area of Lofoten fjords offers us.
In our Luxe Confort version, you will have:
➢ High Standing Lodge in front of the sea, pier, terrace, sauna, jacuzzi, large dining room, double rooms.
➢ Daily cleaning service and optional kitchen service
➢ 2 days of departure by boat to approach on skis and departure for fishing
➢ Private vehicle and own driver with Mercedes BENZ or similar with unlimited mileage to tour the fjords
➢ Spanish UIAGM guide from Manaslu with years of experience in the area
The accommodation on this route is a large typical house of the region in Luxe mode with all the comforts as you will see later, and the day to day life will be ski touring with fantastic routes and the possibility of complementing it with fishing, surfing and visiting activities. cultural events to charming towns in Lofoten where you can enjoy yourself to the fullest.
An experience aimed especially at lovers of mountain skiing, as well as for those who want to enjoy the beautiful and exotic landscapes of the Alps of
Lofoten (Norway) with the unconditional view of the sea in the purest Arctic style, surrounded by its well-known birch trees on many of its itineraries.
The gastronomy that we taste is based on cuisine prepared by the participants in the Lodge themselves and based on the group’s preferences, we will taste the food that we all choose. Occasionally, we may have lunch or dinner at select restaurants in Svolvaer or Reine.
Season 2024
From March 10 to 17
From March 17 to 24
From March 31 to April 7
If you want to go on other dates, contact us.
The trip will last 8 days, 6 of which are skiing.
Maximum group 10 people.
The accommodation on this route is Lodge Alto Standing facing the sea. A large typical house of the region in Luxe mode with sauna, jacuzzi and pier. Boat trips, food service and cleaning included.
The difficulty level of the crossing is easy and we can increase the slopes and technical characteristics of the crossings according to the level of the participants. The activity requires good physical condition, and above all not having physical ailments that could harm you during the activity.
A good technical level is required with touring skis sufficient to face slopes of up to 35 degrees and all types of untreated snow. Good physical condition to face slopes of up to 1200 positive meters with touring skis.
It is advisable to practice ski touring with some regularity in the days before the trip so that we become familiar with the mountain ski equipment and enjoy the set of activities we have planned more and better.
Mountain skis (regulated bindings) OK edges and waxed soles
Mountain ski boots. Not brand new.
Telescopic mountain ski or cross-country ski poles measurement: height X 0.8
Seal skins tailored to the skis and with the glue in perfect condition. Two pairs optional
Crampons with antiboot
Classic touring ice ax
Blades compatible with the ski binding model
Snow shovel
240cm probe
Arva (checked batteries)
Sunglasses protection 4 (maximum)
Blizzard goggles
Sun cream factor 50+
Factor 50+ lipstick
Thin mountain gloves
Thick gloves for the cold
Spare gloves
Medium thickness socks + spare parts
Ski mountaineering pants
Polar tights or similar
Lightweight gore-tex pants
Gore-tex jacket
Soft Shell
Polyester thermal shirts + spare
Buff (neck scarf)
Wool hat or windstoper
Balaklava (balaclava)
Sun cap
Primaloft jacket with hood
35 liter backpack max. with the possibility of attaching skis.
Food (chocolates, bars…)
1 l canteen. plastic or aluminum
400 cl thermos. or ½ l.
Medications for personal use
Tape and Compit
Toiletry bag
Headlamp + batteries
Emergency isothermal blanket
Clock/altimeter
Mobile phone
Documentation
Cash (predict NOK)
Mountain federation card for the current year.
Apreski footwear for snow or winter mountain boots.
Clothing and footwear to be in the accommodation.
Day 1: Travel Day. Flight to Narvik with a stopover in Oslo. Transfer from Airport to Accommodation.
Day 2: Mount Varden. First ascent of the week. We begin with a calm ascension with possibilities of expanding it. Incredible views of the fjords and good snow shovels to make your first contact with the arctic snow.
Day 3: Mount Rundfjellet. Surely one of the most popular and visited mountains on skis on the Island. Easy but with an aerial and very spectacular arrival due to the snow ridge at its summit. Possibility of combining cars to go down another slope.
Day 4: Boat trip to Trollfyorden and visit on skis to the Trollfyordhytta refuge: Probably one of the plans that makes us most excited about this mountain skiing program in Lofoten. Travel by boat with our skis and backpacks as luggage to spend a day in one of the most remote and lonely places in this part of the planet. A trip on a small boat from the port of Svolvaer itself and in about 30 minutes it will take us to Troll Fjord. Protected and preserved place where you have to request a special permit to be seen. An inhospitable and wild place like few others where we will take a good tour on skis until we reach the Trollfyordhytta refuge, the only human vestige in all the surroundings, where we will eat and then ski back to the coast where the boat will pick us up and return to Svolvaer.
Day 5: Mount Torksmammen and Breitinden: Double ascent in the purest Nordic style. We climb up snowy slopes until we reach the snowy Torksmammen cirque. Many possibilities from here to go up and down different places. Then second, shorter climb this time to the top of Breitinden and a long descent to the car.
Day 6: Geitgaljartinden. The most technical and alpine ascent of the program. This peak is presented as one of the highest and most impressive on the Island. If the conditions and the level of the group are up to par, we can go down its large Northwest corridor with a medium slope that will make us test our technique on steep slopes. reaching 45º especially in the upper part.
Day 7: The Kvanndalen Valley is undoubtedly the steepest descent from Mount Eitgaljen. When the conditions are right, the crossing is a real pleasure. The descent ends at Austpollen beach where we will end up walking along the coast with skis behind us, closing a legendary week of skiing that we will hardly forget.
Day 8: Return Day. Transfer to Narvik Airport.
All climbs will have between 1,000 meters – 1,200m of elevation gain. Distance: 12 – 18 km approximately.
International flights Barcelona-Oslo-Narvik.
Transfers from Narvik airport to the house.
Reservations and Accommodation Management.
Luxe Comfort House for 5 nights with pier, sauna, and all the amenities.
Daily house cleaning service.
2 nights in a 4* hotel in Svolvaer in front of the sea.
UIAGM High Mountain Guide Service throughout the activity.
One day departure by Speed Boat for approach.
Departure by boat to go fishing or approach by boat.
All Mountain Guide diets.
Advice before and during the trip.
Trip assistance and cancellation insurance.
All internal transportation and transfer to the airport
Practical shovel, harva and probe workshops.
Manaslu Adventures gift.
Meals. Food purchases will be made according to the group’s preferences.
Extra services not included in the included services section.
Payment of 40% of the total amount as payment and deposit. The remaining 60% of the amount, two months before the first day of the trip.
Transfer: Banco Santander: 0049 3079 80 2114287700.
Owner: Manaslu Adventures, SL
CIF: B 66726795
You can find out our reservation and cancellation conditions through this LINK.
Manaslu Adventures offers you one of the most exotic and wild trips that we can possibly find for ski lovers: skimo in Lofoten. It is undoubtedly a unique place where the mountains merge with the ocean.
If you want to live unique experiences in the mountain and enjoy our advantages
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