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Ski touring day trips
Ski Touring Day trips Lofoten
A single day of guided ski touring on the Lofoten Islands is an adventure that combines dramatic landscapes, thrilling descents, and the serenity of Arctic nature. The day starts with meeting the guide, where you’ll go over the plan for the day, assess weather conditions, and check equipment. Your certified guide will select a route that best suits the group’s skill level and interests, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience.
The tour typically begins with a drive to the trailhead, along scenic coastal roads flanked by towering peaks and deep fjords. Once there, you’ll prepare your gear and begin the ascent, skinning up through a mix of open snowfields and scattered birch forests. The climb offers an immersive experience, with the crisp Arctic air and expansive views of the surrounding archipelago creating a sense of remoteness and adventure.
As you gain elevation, you’ll emerge above the treeline, where you’re greeted with panoramic views of the Lofoten Islands: jagged mountain ridges, deep blue fjords, and the endless horizon of the Norwegian Sea. Your guide will lead you at a steady pace, allowing you time to take in the stunning scenery and learn about the unique environment.
After reaching the summit, you’ll take a break to enjoy lunch—perhaps a thermos of warm soup and snacks—while soaking in the breathtaking vistas. Then comes the highlight of the day: the descent. Depending on the conditions, you may ski down wide-open powder fields, navigate fun gullies, or enjoy playful tree runs. The snow quality in Lofoten can range from powder to spring-like conditions, offering a variety of experiences throughout the descent.
The day concludes with a return to the trailhead. A guided ski tour in Lofoten offers a unique combination of challenging ascents, rewarding descents, and an unforgettable immersion in one of Norway’s most dramatic and beautiful landscapes.
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Who, where & When
When: February to May
Duration: 5 to 8 hours
Levels: All levels
Group: Private (learn more)
Language: Norweigan/English
Meeting point: On arrangement
Prices
1 person: 6500,-
2 people: 3500,- per person
3 people: 2500,- per person
4-6 people: 2000,- per person
All prices are in NOK and per day.
Groups larger than six people will need two guides.
What's included
Included:
- Private guide 1 day
Not included:
- Ski equipment
- Safety gear
- Lodging, food and drinks
- Local transportation
- Travel insurance
Frequently Asked Questions.
January: It can be a bit of a gamble. Short days and thin snow cover are typical. However, the light can be unique with pastel colours in the sky.
February: The ‘cold’ winter month. Generally good snow cover and longer days.
March: Prime time for ski touring. Long days, good snow cover and cold snow. But this is also the busiest time of the skiing season.
April: It is the transition to spring. Thick snow cover and milder temperatures. The sun is high on the horizon and the days are long. Heavy snow fall are still possible, but so is soft corn snow.
May: Spring skiing in the midnight sun is the name of the game. However, the snow line is slowly retreating.
June: Still skiable for adventurous souls. But carrying the skis on the backpack is nessesary.
To go skiing, a car is a must.
Lofoten offers plenty of places to stay depending on your budget and needs.
Please see our page on different options.
We have tours for all levels of skiers, from beginners to experts.
Sorry, no. Unless we have a specific week or happening – we only do private groups.
But if you wish to come alone, you will have your own private guide.
Please see this page for suggestions of what to bring.