The world's most unforgettable summit tour weekend based in Henningsvær, Lofoten.
From 13 900 NOK p.p.
SUMMIT TOUR
If you’d love to ski from mountain peaks down to the shoreline and take an alpine trip to Lofoten's beautiful mountains, fjords, and picturesque fishing villages come join us for a weekend of outstanding summit skiing. We make arrangements for beginners and experienced skiers and offer ski rental for those who do not have their own equipment.
We are based at Henningsvær Bryggehotell and the tours are led by our certified mountain guides from Norwegian Adventure Guides.
| Base | Henningsvær, Lofoten |
| Language | English/Norwegian |
| Skill level | From new beginner to experienced skiers |
| Duration | 4 days, 3 nights |
| Guests | Maximum 60 |
| Date | 16-19. March 2023 |
| Full Board | Arctic Adventure Cuisine |
| Price | From 13.900,- p.p. |
| Not included | Flights, alcohol and soft drinks |
| Payment terms and conditions | Se vilkår |
In the world's coolest fishing village you can experience the magic of skiing from mountain peaks to the seashore, enjoy local food in a class of its own, treat yourself to total relaxation, hang-out socially and have mucho hygge!
There are many reasons why Lofoten stands out as one of Norway's most iconic destinations. There are few places in the world where you can find such spectacular skiing.
Regardless of the season, Henningsvær's unique atmosphere, location and vibe must be experienced.
Your safety always comes first, and we use experienced, certified mountain guides who are happy to pass on their broad knowledge of snow conditions and terrain.
Henningsvær Bryggehotell is situated in the heart of the fishing village, right on the pier with a view of the waves and the bustling life of the fishing community in winter.
Few things are as wonderful as watching the Lofotveggen (Lofoten Wall) rise from the sea. To do this, we take you out on the fjord and let you experience sea spray and wind in your hair as you sail along Norway's most beautiful mountain range.
Arctic Adventure Cuisine is our gastro concept created by Bocuse d’Or chef Gunnar Hvarnes, using the best local produce from each region. We promise authentic and surprising local food!
At Camp Lofoten we always promise ‘Mucho Hygge’ – a combination of cosiness, social mingling and a relaxing and pleasant vibe with a DJ on the pier.
The legendary Klatrekafeen (or Climbing Café) is a venue for traditional and legendary après ski right on the pier and in the heart of Henningsvær.
Lofoten is known for its stunning mountains, deep fjords, great fishing, and idyllic fishing villages. Experience the light, with the midnight sun in the summer and the Northern Lights in the winter. Hike, ski, bike or view this region and its’ islands from the sea.
Go to Henningsvær and experience the wonderful atmosphere of the fishing village that connects international impulses with charm and history.
Welcome to the world's most beautiful archipelago, Lofoten and charming Henningsvær! In this picturesque fishing village there’s plenty to explore, but we recommend taking a few hours to wander around, watch the local fishermen, walk along the quay for lunch with magnificent views on the pier or just enjoy Henningsvær's wonderful vibe. If you want to take in more of Lofoten, we can arrange trips and excursions in advance.
Henningsvær Bryggehotell is in the centre of Henningsvær and hosts from NAC, Nina Kristine and Fredrik, will meet you at check-in from kl. 15:00. Dinner from Arctic Adventure Cuisine is served at 19:00 and the information and guide meetings begin at 21:00. Get a good night's sleep before the next day’s summit trip!
First day of skiing! Breakfast is served from 06:30. From 08:30 we transport the guests out in small groups to various mountains. There are numerous possibilities, and the day's weather, conditions and fitness levels are the deciding factors.
The first day we plan trips with a difficulty level of 3-4 on our scale up to 5. The trips take 4-5 hours and is approx. 5-700 vertical metres in elevation. For those who want higher altitudes and a faster pace, we can organise this. Other independent excursions such as kayaking, fishing, sea eagle safaris, "vær-vandring" (fishing village walk) in Henningsvær or gallery visits to Lofoten's Hus Gallery and Kaviar Factory can also be arranged.
After a long day you can test the temperature in the fjord with a quick dip, or go straight to the RIB for a fantastic RIB trip along the Lofotveggen before après ski, socialising, and a great atmosphere on the pier. Dinner from Arctic Adventure Cuisine is served at 20:00.
We wake up in fantastic Henningsvær with the view out over the harbour and the fishing boats. Have your first coffee of the day out on the pier and enjoy the ambience! Breakfast is from 06:30. This is the day we’ll explore new Lofoten mountains, skiing from mountain peaks to the shoreline giving 360-degree views and great descents. There’s a variety of options!
The trips have a difficulty level of 3-4 on our scale up to 5. They take 4-5 hours and are approx. 6-700 vertical metres in elevation. If some in the group want a longer trip, we suggest that one or more groups go for a walk of 5 hours, up to approx. 8-900 metres altitude, which combines hiking up to two or more mountain peaks, with difficulty level 4 on our scale up to 5.
After today's trip, you’ll return to our comfortable base at Henningsvær Bryggehotell, where you can take a quick dip in the fjord, warm up in the hot tub and enjoy après ski with a local snack before dinner. Dinner from Arctic Adventure Cuisine is served at 20:00. Throughout the evening, there will be a fabulous atmosphere, mucho hygge and après ski until late at night at the Klatrekafeen.
Ready for a new day of skiing, or just want to take it easy? The choice is yours but there are great peaks to view this final day as well, and skilled guides available to lead and ensure you have a good tour. At the end of the day, you’ll be taken directly to Helle Airport in Svolvær (approximately 16:00). Time to say goodbye for now - hopefully with many fantastic memories to take with you.
Many of our guests return to join us again. We hope that a tour with us creates moments and days you'll remember for a lifetime. You'll always be warmly welcomed back!
Outstanding views in the heart of Henningsvær
Henningsvær Bryggehotell is located in the heart of Henningsvær, right on the pier edge with outstanding views of the sea, the harbour and the Vågakallen landmark. You’ll be super comfy with nice communal areas, good rooms, a restaurant with the fishing village's best views of the harbour and a wonderful social atmosphere on the pier.
At Henningsvær Bryggehotell you can choose from the following room types:
| Room types | Description | Price P. P. |
|---|---|---|
| Double room 3rd floor (2 pax) | Dobbeltrom med dobbeltseng, bad med dusj, fri Wifi | 13 900,- |
| Double room with village view + loft (4 pax) | Nice double room with village view, double bed and loft with two beds, bathroom with shower, free wifi | 16 900,- |
| Double room (2 pax) | Double room with village view, double bed, bathroom with shower, free wifi | 14 900,- |
| Double room with sea view + loft (4 pax) | Nice double room with sea view, double bed, and loft with two beds, bathroom with shower, free wifi | 17 900,- |
| Double room with village view (2 pax) | Double room with village view, double bed, bathroom with shower, free wifi | 16 900,- |
| Double room with sea view (2 pax) | Nice double room with sea view, double bed, bathroom with shower, free wifi | 17 900,- |
| Single room on request (using a double room) | Double room for single occupancy with village view, double bed, bathroom with shower, free wifi | 18 900,- |
There is something very special about the Weekend Summit Tours in Henningsvær . The atmosphere in the fishing village, the smell of the salty sea and the view that can take the breath away from even the most seasoned traveller. Henningsvær is silence, snow-capped mountains and fantastic summit hikes interspersed with a good dose of social fun and a few high jinks. Jump from the pier straight into the fjord, meet new people or hang out with the alpine gang. This is an inclusive space for people of all ages and gender. On tour, we have the same interests, age and gender are irrelevant.
The most common questions we get asked is how tiring and long our summit ski tours are and how steep the descents are. This is not easy to answer as for each individual there is a different experience of what is deemed to be simple or demanding. Our guides will always seek to adjust according to the group, but as it is a group tour a certain level is expected. You will be out ski touring 5-8 hours a day, the speed is lower than skimo, we want you to enjoy the views. For the decents you must be able to ski in terrain with 25-30 degrees angle. Avalanche risk, snow conditions and weather will determine where we ski. To try to give guidance we have graded our tours on a scale from 1 to 5. Both Arctic Haute Route and Ski touring weekend is on level 3-5.
| 1 | Up to 300 metres altitude | Easy summit trip that everyone can master. You must have ski-touring gear, avalanche gear and a hiking bag. |
| 2 | Up to 500 metres altitude | Summit trip for those with normal fitness. You must have ski-touring gear, avalanche gear and a hiking bag. |
| 3 | Up to 700 metres altitude | A more strenuous summit trip, for those in normal to good condition. You must have ski-touring gear, avalanche gear and a hiking bag. |
| 4 | Up to 1000 metres altitude | It is required that you are in good shape and that you regularly take long hikes. You must have ski-touring gear, avalanche gear and a hiking bag. |
| 5 | More than 1000 metres altitude | It is required that you are in very good condition and that you are used to walking several days on hilly terrain. You must have ski-touring gear, avalanche gear and a hiking bag. |
Pack your ski gear in a large ski bag where you also have room for boots, helmets, skis, etc., and a large North Face bag (waterproof 100-140 L is recommended) for the rest of your gear and clothing. You can take the hiking bag and any boots on board the aircraft.
Bring mountain gear and clothing for three days of trips, and casual outfits for travel, dinner and social occasions. The atmosphere on board is relaxed and the cabins are small, so make a capsule collection and leave your fancy clothes at home!
If you don't have ski-touring gear, don't want to bring all the equipment on the plane, or maybe you want to test the “latest & greatest"? Working with Majesty Skies, we offer very affordable rental of ski-tour equipment from Majesty.
| 2-3 days | 4 days | 7 days | ||
| Package 1 | Skis, skins and poles from Majesty Skis | 2 500,- | 2 800,- | 3 800,- |
| Package 2 | Boots, skis, skins and poles from Scarpa and Majesty Skis | 3 200,- | 3 500,- | 4 600,- |
| Package 3 | Avalanche tranceiver, probe, shovel, boots, skis, skins and poles | 3 500,- | 3 800,- | 4 800,- |
| Package 4 | Avalanche tranceiver, probe, shovel, skis, skins and poles (no boots) | 3 000,- | 3 400,- | 4 500,- |
| Package 5 | Avalanche tranceiver, probe and shovel from Mammut | 500,- | 600,- | 700,- |
E-mail rental@norwegianadventurecompany.com with your booking and enter:
Name and telephone number.
Which package(s) you want to rent.
Sailing date with Arctic Haute Route or other event/adventure.
If package 1: Your height (then we choose the right ski length for you), your weight (to adjust the binding correctly), outside measurement of your boot (to adjust the binding).
If package 2: Your height (then we choose the right ski length for you), your weight (to adjust the binding correctly), your shoe size or measurement of your foot in mm (we add 0,5 mm to find the correct size).
If package 3: same information as package 2.
We will respond to your email within 5 working days to let you know if we have the equipment available on your needed dates. If we confirm the order, you will have the equipment delivered on board the ship on arrival or at the NAC event. Easy!
Note: Majesty Skis / Handelsgutane rents ski-touring equipment dependent upon availability. We cannot guarantee ski-touring equipment to all clients. Our advice is to reserve the equipment well in advance and at least two month before departure. In case we don't have your size or prefered equiptment in stock, we will give you feedback about this as soon as possible.
If you want a free fitting session in Oslo in advance of your next adventure, let us know in the email.
As an adventure company, we want you to experience some of the best world-class local produce that Arctic & Coastal Norway has to offer.
Based on this, we have developed the Arctic Adventure Cuisine dining experience in collaboration with Bocuse d 'Or chef Gunnar Hvarnes. In the menu we have specialties from more than 30 small and large local producers from the areas between Lofoten, Tromsø. and Finnmark.
The special thing about the Arctic climate is that it’s very cold, so everything grows slower. It gives the food a more distinct taste.
Arctic Adventure Cuisine showcases some of the really great ingredients the region has to offer - from the deep fjords to the mountains and farms. Through meals served on the Arctic Haute Route, we will convey some of the fascinating, Arctic & Coastal Norway culture and traditions, but presented in a New-Nordic style.
The menu is developed by one of Norway's foremost culinary experts, Gunnar Hvarnes, and prepared by some of the country's most talented young chefs. In creating this we hope you will have a wonderful experience of the north - also on the plate!
Some of our guests have concerns about security and safety factors; avalanche risk, danger in steep terrain, professionalism of the guides, general risk assessment of the trips and whether they can expect to be seasick. Below you will find information about these aspects of the trip.
Our guides on board are certified, with a great deal of experience. They are all professionals who guide hundreds of tours throughout the year, and have mastered the art in tailoring tours to suit different levels; from beginners to high level skiers.
The safety of our guests on tour is paramount. We focus on the joy of adventuring safely. Our goal is for you to have a wonderful ski-tour experience, with magnificent views and spectacular skiing from mountain to shoreline.
Mountains and routes are always chosen based on the current weather, snow and wind conditions, along with the guests' skiing ability and physical fitness level.
Our certified guides are highly qualified professionals with extensive knowledge of the mountain ranges that surround the coast of Arctic & Coastal Norway. All guides are mountain experts; skiing, climbing, glacier walking and handling of equipment. They are safety and avalanche trained according to international standards for mountain guides.
The guides are keen to share their knowledge and expertise about snow conditions, mountains and routes with the guests along the way, and are happy to discuss their evaluations. With certified guides controlling the tour risk assessment, it will be easier for our guests to enjoy views, scenery and free riding in the North.
Our certified guides facilitate tours for all levels of ability - from beginner and advanced to highly skilled summit tour enthusiasts. Our guides conduct meetings every night, going through maps, snow conditions and possible mountain options for the next day's tours with guests.
In this way we can ensure that you participate in a tour that best meets your expectations with unforgettable daily trips and travel.
In Henningsvær you’ll meet the hosts and expedition leaders from Norwegian Adventure Company, Nina Kristine Madsen-Geelmuyden and Fredrik Geelmuyden, and the mountain guides from Norwegian Adventure Guides.
Welcome!
Henningsvær and the legendary Weekend Summit Tour is the place you would want to return to!
Call us on +47 22 55 60 50 or send us an email with some thoughts on what you want out of your next trip and we’ll devise a plan that’s right for you. You can also use our contact form.
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