LOFOTEN, NORWAY | Level: Medium
Our proposal is to discover this part of these islands by road transfer and by boat in order to reach unique places for our activities
We will combine trekking and navigation through the fjords, visiting along the way places such as Trollfjord, Svolvaer, Henningsvaer, Skrova, and Nusfjord.
INCLUDED
- The organization of the trip.
- 6 days of mountain activities led by a mountain guide.
- 7 nights at Lysvoldbrygga with full board.
- 3 days of a private boat rental, an Axopar 37 with the services of a skipper and 75 miles included.
- Car transfers from and to Svolvaer airport as well as for the activities.
NOT INCLUDED
- The flights between Europe and Svolvaer.
- Alcoholic drinks
- Optional activities the last day : kayak or horseback riding.
- Travel insurance covering mountain accident and repatriation fees.
Puntos fuertes del programa:
Una experiencia con esquí de travesía
Descubre el famoso Parque Nacional de Aigüestortes y Estany de Sant Maurici, también conocidos como Encantats o Carros de Fuego
140 km de terreno virgen por descubrir
Adaptabilidad de las rutas en función de la nieve y del nivel del grupo, con ascenso a algunos de los picos emblemáticos del parque
Descubre los refugios del Parque Natural
Alojamiento en pensión completa en refugios con un servicio perfecto, totalmente equipados y muy buena gastronomía
Our trip is planned from a Sunday to the next or from a Saturday to the next. The trip can also be tailor-made regarding the duration of the program or the activities being offered.
DAY 1. Departure Europe – Lofoten Islands.
Arrival at Svolvaer airport from your departure point.
We will pick you up and take you to Henningsvaer at Lysvoldbrygga Lodge.
Dinner.
DAY 2. Henningsvaer. Trekking to Festvågtinden.
Breakfast served at Lysvoldbrygga Lodge.
We will start our trek from Henningsvaer, crossing the small village, with the goal to reach Festvågtinden culminating at 541 meters. This hike takes around 4 hours.
From there, we can decide whether we want to continue hiking along the ridge of these amazing mountains. If so, we can easily add an extra 2 to 3 hours.
On our way back, we will stop and enjoy Henningsvaer village before having dinner at the lodge.
DAY 3. Henningsvaer – Skrova – Henningsvaer
This day will allow us to enjoy the navigation as our trip is more than 40 miles long.
Breakfast is served at Lysvoldbrygga Lodge.
We will then be heading to Skrova island and its amazing white beaches, hiking to Høgskrova mountain with an elevation of 258 meters. From the top, the panorama over the Lofoten is simply unique. It is somehow a recovery day as this is an easy mountain to climb and if the weather is nice, we could even take a dip into the ocean.
After having lunch in Skrova, we will take the direction of Svolvaer harbor to visit the capital of the Lofoten and finally return to Henningsvaer.
Dinner and accommodation at Lysvoldbrygga Lodge in Henningsvaer.
DAY 4. Henningsvaer – Rørvika
Breakfast served at Lysvoldbrygga. We will then have an easy trekking day around Rørvika. This activity takes around 6 hours.
On the way back, we will stop to visit Rørvika beach before returning to Henningsvaer.
Dinner and accommodation at Lysvoldbrygga Lodge in Henningsvaer..
DAY 5. Henningsvaer – Trollfjord
Departure from Henningsvaer at 10 in the morning. Aboard our Axopar 37 boat, we will navigate to Trollfjord.
The day will be devoted to trekking around Trollfjord to reach an elevation of 975 meters, with around 7-8 hours of physical activity.
We will start at the tip of Trollfjord ; from there, we will follow the trail leading to Trollfjordhytta hut at 405 meters above sea level and finally head to the top of the 975-meter peak. From the summit, the view is simply amazing : the string of alpine peaks such as Higravstinden or Geitgallien is an unforgettable landscape.
We will start our descent back to the boat and return to Henningsvaer. We will navigate around 50 miles this day and it is an option to stop for a while for those who are keen on fishing some cod.
DAY 6. Henningsvaer – Nusfjord
Early start after having been served a good breakfast at Lysvoldbrygga.
Navigation from Henningsvaer to Nusfjord : reaching Nusfjord by boat is a unique experience as this small fjord and the surroundings are simply fantastic. Hiking day to Tønsåsheia (769 meters of vertical difference and around 6
hours). Some sections are a bit technical but the panorama from the top over Vestfjord and Skjelfjord is truly unique. We will go down to Nesland to make a circular hike, enjoying in the meantime the path made by fishermen back in the days.
DAY 7. Henningsvaer – Gimsøy
Breakfast at the lodge and departure from Henningsvaer at 10 in the morning.
Trekking day and visit of Gimsøy. We will hike up to Hovden with an elevation of 364 meters, in order to enjoy the views over this part of the archipelago.
From there, you will have a wide open view over the Atlantic ocean and a completely different perspective. Nature as wild and amazing as it gets.
Reaching Hovden takes between 2 and 3 hours but we will also walk around the island to get to know this place in depth.
*** Optional activities : horseback riding by the beach in Gimsøy or kayak in Henningsvaer.
Dinner at Lysvoldbrygga.
DAY 8. Departure day
Breakfast and transfer to Svolvaer airport.
Our program is designed for trekking enthusiasts (around 800 to 1 000 meters of vertical difference every day) who are eager to enjoy these incredible mountains with an alpine character.
From 2 990 € (based on a group of 8 persons*)
Other dates are available on request.
The trip can also be tailor-made regarding the duration of the program or the activities being offered.
Download the full programme here.
At OutnordTravel, we understand that everyone is unique and has different needs and preferences. That is why we offer tailor-made trekking programmes that can be adapted to the needs of any client.
Whether you are looking for an active family trip to Norway with complementary trekking activities or something more adventurous with more technical trekking, our team can design a tailor-made programme to suit your needs and budget.
If you want a more complete sailing experience in the Norwegian fjords, we also offer hiking programmes that include more than 200 miles of sailing to discover the Lofoten from South to North, staying in the most typical villages of the area. During the trip, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Lofoten Islands’ landscapes and learn about the culture and history of the local villages.
Whether you are looking for an exciting hiking experience, a relaxing one or a bit of both, our tailor-made programmes may be the answer.
Contact us to find out more about how we can tailor our hiking tours in Norway to your specific needs and start planning the hiking adventure of your dreams.
