montage of sail and ski images from Norway. Photos: Martin Svensson and © Anna Rogde Stiftelsen.

Lyngen Alps

Fancy a skiing adventure in the Fjords of Norway under the midnight sun?

Your own charter yacht for a bunch of friends, local crew and private guides!

Ski Touring Party Enroute to the Summit of Store Kagtinden, Norway Fjords

We are running tailored ski touring trips to the remote Lyngen Fjord area of Norway; a mountainous peninsula covering an area of 810km², above the Arctic Circle. Further North, approaching 70° latitude, islands dotting the North Sea offer peaks accessible only by boat. There is the potential for skiing from 1800 vertical metres right down to the sea.

By April the sun never truly sets! While conditions change from year to year, if last season is anything to go by; you can expect cold winter powder high on the North faces and perfect corn 'ego snow' — sometimes even in the same day.

Skier Enjoying Perfect Corn Snow, Lyngen Alps

What to Expect on a Sail and Ski Adventure, Norway.

With a journey in mind but ever flexible; our unique, itinerant lodging allows us to travel in the evenings to anchorages that provide access to the best snow, hoisting the sail when conditions allow. We will ski varied descents and make fresh tracks every day. There is the potential for traversing a mountain and skiing from fjord to neighbouring fjord, with our yacht sailing around to meet us.

Midnight Sunset in April, Lyngen Alps.

The scenery is hard to put into words like something from another epoch. Surreal arctic light renders contrasting bands of snowy white, fjord green and sky blue vistas with the vividness of a dreamscape. We might encounter reindeer, spot some puffins, those shy comic-sad birds, or possibly even a whale; but you are unlikely to see another person.

Tromsø / Lyngen Sail and Ski Trip

Saturday 17th - 24th April 2010

Cost per person is €2000 (to be updated to 2010 pricing).

The following is a seven day trip proposal (based on 10 people) for this arctic adventure:

Martin Planning the Day's Itinerary with Skipper Roy of the Anne Rogde.

Departing by boat from Tromsø, known as the gateway to the arctic (accessible by direct flight from Oslo), we set sail on the evening of Saturday the 17th April for the Lyngen Alps.

7 nights' accommodation and full catering on the Anne Rogde sailing yacht with WC/showers, laundry facilities and ski storage space, for 10 guests, guides and crew.

Martin on the Summit of Store Kågtinden Checking Out the Descent Route

6 days of guided ski touring taking advantage of numerous small fishing ports and the best snow conditions. Typically 800 -1300 metres of vertical ascent per day.

Our itinerary is flexible and based on daily discussion with our skipper paying regard to current snow, weather and tidal conditions. The following map on the Cmgblog gives a possible sailing circuit and some of the peaks at our disposal.

Powder Skiing in the Lyngen Alps, Norway

2 guides (allows for variations in skiing expectations and ability within the group and provides a greater safety margin).

Other activities include: crewing on the yacht, fantastic photographic opportunities, optional ski touring instructional 'tips and tricks', likely sightings of the Aurora Borealis - Northern Lights (until early April) and time to relax, fish, sleep or socialise in the saloon.

Contact Us for more information or, to make a booking.

What a Lyngen Fjords Sail and Ski Trip Includes:

Detail of the Anne Rogde Sailing Vessel
  • 7 nights full board accommodation onboard a sailing vessel
  • Scandinavian smorgasbord breakfast, après ski lunch and a hearty dinner
  • 2 and 4 person berth accommodation arrangements
  • Hot showers and laundry facilities
  • 6 days of guided ski touring (with two guides)
  • Transfers from Tromsø to our port-side departure

What a Lyngen Fjords Sail and Ski Trip Doesn't Include:

Detail of the Anne Rogde Sailing Vessel
  • Flights to and from Tromsø
  • Ski insurance
  • Equipment Rental (skis, skins . . . we can suggest rental locations in Tromsø)
  • Safety Equipment - (transceiver shovel and probe: can be rented from us by prior arrangement)
  • Drinks on board
  • Day time snacks

Lyngen Fjords Sail and Ski Trip Dates for 2010:

  • Saturday 17th - 24th April
  • Tuesday 27th April - 4th May

Charter trips can be arranged from mid-February to mid-May.

Contact Us for more information or, to make a booking.

Skiing Magical Evening Light in the Norwegian Fjords.

Take a look at the following blog posts for inspirational photos and descriptions of our successful 2009 trips: K2 Sail and Ski Adventure and a reconnaissance, The Lyngen Alps of Norway, Redefining the Idea of Breathtaking.

While our programme may appear similar to others you might read and our prices comparable; the difference is in personalised service, the benefit of two guides and our desire to make this an experience of a life time - for you and for us.