Cruise that includes guided tours both at sea and on land.
The crew consists of a professional skipper and a professional guide, both specialists who live year-round in the Lofoten Islands.
Included:
- Use of snowshoes and hiking poles.
- Land transfers by minibus with a licensed driver
Not included:
- Your personal gear and equipment.
- Mandatory onboard fund of €400 per person for the entire cruise, to be paid on board. The onboard fund covers food and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Sauna use (approximately 30€ per person).
- Available on :
- Full boat
- Cabin cruise
Your cruise
Discover the Lofoten Islands in winter aboard a sailboat and set out to see the Northern Lights.
From sailing through the fjords to snowshoeing, visiting fishing villages, and exploring snow-covered landscapes, immerse yourself in the heart of the Norwegian Arctic. Come evening, enjoy the cozy atmosphere of the sailboat and set out in search of the Northern Lights.
Fitness level: active!
Your possible stops during this cruise
Here is a sample itinerary for your cruise: Lofoten in Winter: A Sailing Cruise Under the Northern Lights.
*This itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions and the skipper’s decisions to ensure you have the best possible experience.
Day 1 – Sunday morning: Boarding in Stamsund
A shuttle bus is available from Leknes to Stamsund at 9:10 a.m. Meet in Stamsund at 9:30 a.m. and board the sailboat. After a safety briefing, set out on your first snowshoe hike toward Steinetinden, above Stamsund. Enjoy a 360° panoramic view of the village and Skifjorden.
Back on board, enjoy a hot meal before setting out on a nighttime walk along the waterfront in search of the Northern Lights. Overnight on board at the port of Stamsund.
Days 2–6 – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: Typical Day
After a hearty breakfast, you’ll set out to explore the Lofoten Islands, by sailboat or minibus depending on weather conditions. Expect between 1 and 3 hours of travel per day.
Walks and hikes in the mountains, through snow-covered landscapes, will be organized for 2 to 4 hours each day. Lunch will be served on board the sailboat and/or during your hikes.
At the end of the day, enjoy dinner on board before relaxing with activities based on the itinerary and your preferences: fishing, visiting ports, board games, hunting for the Northern Lights, or an optional sauna. Overnight on the sailboat.
Places to explore: Ure, Haukland, Nusfjord, Reine.
Day 7 – Saturday: Disembarkation
After breakfast, disembark at the port of Stamsund at 9:00 a.m.
A shuttle is provided from the port to Leknes Airport or downtown around 7:30 a.m., timed to accommodate the 9:30 a.m. flight.
the boat
Bavaria 51 cruiser - 16 meters
There are 10 berths on board:
Forward:
- One cabin with a double berth (sleeps 2).
- Two cabins with 2 single bunk beds (4 berths) → one for the crew.
Aft:
- Two cabins with one double berth (sleeps 4).
To share on board :
- A galley.
- A large saloon (table & benches) for 10 people to eat together.
- 3 bathrooms (marine toilet / washbasin / shower).
The skipper sleeps in a double cabin, the others are available for passengers
The skipper cooks, you have nothing to do!
I manage the supply on board
- Places of embarkation:Stamsund
- Boarding time:09h30 / 9:30AM
- Time of landing:09h00 / 9AM
To get to the port of Stamsund
Take a flight to Leknes, the closest airport to Stamsund.
On Sunday morning, go to downtown Leknes, Idrettsgata 6. A shuttle departs at 9:10 a.m. from Leknes to the port of Stamsund. Boarding in Stamsund is at 9:30 a.m.
Note: We recommend allowing plenty of time for your flight connections to avoid any issues caused by flight delays. A shuttle is also scheduled for Saturday morning after disembarking in Stamsund, around 7:30 a.m. (timed for the 9:30 a.m. flight), to take you to the Leknes airport.
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