The Lofoten

Ski technique:
You have already gained your first ski touring experience and can safely ski on all types of snow.

Condition:
Condition for climbs up to 1200m.

Technical knowledge:
Sure-footedness for short summit ascents with crampons, mastering the ascent technique for ski kickturns with crampons.

Day 1: Meeting point is at the Munich or Tromsö airport. We get into our rental car and drive approx. 2 hours to Lyngenseidet, where we settle into our accommodation by evening.
Day 2 - 6: A selection of ski mountains at a glance: Pilan on the island of Austvagoya, Sydalsfjellet, Varden, Rundfjellet, Torksmannen, Geitgallien, Langstrandstind, Store Trolltind; Himmeltind, Vestvagoya Island, Stornappstind, Flakstdoya Island

Day 7: Return to Tromsö and flight back home.

Individually we can plan an overnight stay in Oslo.

Subject to program changes!

Included:

• Organisation and a tour led by a mountain guide
• Guidance by a state-certified mountain and ski guide
• 6 x overnight stay in Svinoja in 2 Apartment with 4 people
• 6 x Breakfast & lunch packet
• Sauna & Jacuzzi
• Free Wlan
• Rental equipment Avalanche & Glacier
• Emergency equipment 

Not inlcuded:

• Flight to Oslo - domestic flight to Harstad/Narvik - we are happy to book the flight if you wish
• Bulky luggage ski bag - approx. € 70,- p.p.
• Rental car on site - the rental vehicle will be reserved by us depending on the number of participants and availability - rental car and fuel costs will be divided among the group and invoiced
• Drinks & food
• Ferries
• Personal Expenses
• Travel insurance

Our accommodation is located in the town of Svolvær Resort Svinoya
165km from Harstad-Narvik Airport (EVE).

At our resort on Svinoya we stay in rorbu huts. The huts are idyllically situated in the midst of a fish pier, quay buildings, fish rakes and old town buildings. We have one of the best restaurants right next door. Børsen Spiseri is housed in a venerable quayside warehouse dating back to 1828, and great care has been taken to preserve the building's original features. Directly in front of the restaurant is our floating sauna with a panoramic view.

Language in the country: Norwegian
Time difference: none
Personal equipment: Before the trip, all participants will receive a detailed packing list

Travel documents:
No visa is required for Norway. However, the passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date.

Climate
In the west and southwest there is a relatively mild, maritime climate with a lot of precipitation and ice-free coastal waters in winter. The mild coastal climate is separated from the continental climate in the east of the country by the Scandinavian mountains.

Organization
Mountain Sports Zillertal

Tour operator
Mountain Sports terms and conditions apply to this program/service.

Registration
Early registration secures your place and makes the work of Mountain Sports much easier. Early registration is essential for offers with train or plane travel. Last-minute registrations may result in a surcharge.

Price & tariff
status April 2023

Minimum participants
According to the travel program; Price, program, fuel price, flight changes and cancellation of the trip due to the absence of participants reserved. The general travel conditions /ARB 1992 apply). In particular, point 8.1. referred (price changes due to changes in transport costs, taxes, fees or exchange rates). In addition, the condition applies that if the minimum number of participants is not reached, the travel price can be increased by 10% up to 21 days before departure. Changes to the surcharges and fees / charges shown will be charged / refunded with the actual costs when the ticket is issued. Here, too, changes made in the last 20 days before the start of the trip are not taken into account.

Here is some useful information:
Weather report: yr.no
Avalanche situation report: varsom.no
Maps: norgeskart.no
Map app: FATMAP
Ski touring book: LOFOTEN – SKIING THE MAGIC ISLANDS (I have this book with me!)
Emergency number: 112 (The network coverage in Lofoten is quite good.)

Ski bag as additional luggage | sports luggage

You will need a ski bag for all ski touring trips. This is reserved in addition to the flight ticket. The surcharge varies from € 40 - € 70 per ski bag. We will discuss all these details with you in the packing list you will receive after booking.

Is insurance included in the trip?

Our tours do not include insurance cover as most guests already have private cover. Please also check prior to the tour if your insurance covers the booked trip. We will be happy to provide you with an insurance offer for the booked period.

Our recommendation - ski boots in the hand luggage?

In addition to your normal hand luggage, ski boots should be carried in your hand luggage. The reason is delayed luggage! You might be able to organise skis in your destination country, but boots that fit are practically impossible.

Ahead of each ski tour, we discuss all open questions and details of the planned tour individually.