The best of the Lofoten Islands
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From 2770.00 €
About the Lofoten Islands tour
Beyond the Arctic Circle, discover islands with sea and mountain landscapes, where nature is extraordinarily well preserved by its inhabitants.
In the midst of sharp contrasts between vertical mountains and distant horizons, embark on a complete and immersive adventure. You’ll also pass through fishing villages and traditional houses.
The Lofoten Islands offer a wide variety of scenery and an exotic atmosphere for an unforgettable hiking holiday!
You will leave with :
Mathieu
Trekking Guide – Far North Specialist
“The true voyage of discovery is not to seek out new landscapes, but to see with new eyes. “
Photo gallery of the Lofoten Islands tour
The Lofoten Islands hiking route
Upcoming departures
What's included in the formula
- International flight and airport taxes
- Accommodation in hotels, rorbu or shared accommodation. In a double room
- Supervision by a state-qualified French mountain leader
- Transfers as indicated in the description
- Meals as indicated in the description
- Local taxes and any site entrance fees
What's not included in the package
- Personal hiking and travel equipment (boots, poles, rucksack, etc.)
- Cancellation and repatriation assistance insurance to be taken out on registration.
- Meals during air transfers
- Anything not indicated in the section “included in the price of the stay”.
Day 1: Flight to the Lofoten Islands
International flight – 1 hour transfer – Overnight in hotel, rorbu or shared accommodation
Departing from France, we land at Narvik airport. Within an hour, we reach our accommodation for this first night. A good night’s sleep will allow us to rest up before the start of this unique and exotic trek!
Day 2: Head for Svolvær, capital of the Lofoten Islands
3 hours drive – 3 hours walk – Overnight in hotel, rorbu or collective accommodation – D+ 500 m / D- 500 m
We begin our crossing of the Lofoten Islands, heading for Svolvær, capital of the Lofoten Islands. On the way, we take our first hike, along the magnificent Moysalen massif. At the end of the day, we discover Svolvær and its pretty harbor.
Day 3: Stamsund harbour
3 hours drive – 5 hours walk – Overnight in hotel, rorbu or collective accommodation – D+ 850 m / D- 850 m
Today we’re heading for the island of Vestvågøya and the magnificent summit of Steinetind. This loop hike above the small port of Stamsund will allow you to appreciate all the richness of the Norwegian landscape. You’ll follow a sometimes aerial trail that offers breathtaking views of the Vestfjord!
Finally, we head for Reine, the emblematic fishing port on the island of Moskenesøya. Here we’ll set down our gear for the next few nights.
Day 4: Hiking between sea and mountains
40 minutes drive – 5 hours walk – Overnight in hotel, rorbu or collective accommodation – D+ 750 m / D- 750 m
The day’s program is sure to motivate you! We head due north towards Kvalvika Bay (which means “Whale Bay” in Norwegian) to hike facing the majestic Norwegian Sea. After discovering the bay, we climb to the summit of Ryten, at 543 m, to enjoy the panoramic views.
Last but not least, we’ll be delighted to welcome Reine back to our comfortable home for another evening of sharing!
Day 5: Breathtaking view of Moskenesøya island
20 minutes drive – 7 hours 30 walking – Overnight in hotel, rorbu or collective accommodation – D+ 1100 m / D- 1100 m
The most emblematic hike of this exceptional trip is just around the corner! You’ll set off to conquer the summit of Munkan (775m), which offers the most spectacular views of the island of Moskenesøya. You’ll see lakes, fjords, fishing villages and mountains.
Day 6: Narvtinden summit
30 minutes drive – 4 hours 30 walking – Overnight in hotel, rorbu or collective accommodation – D+ 900 m / D- 900 m
Narvtinden is your goal for the day! After a fine ascent, this summit offers a breathtaking view over the heights of Selfjord and Lake Solbjornvatnet.
Your day will end as the previous ones have: a magical walk back to your accommodation.
Day 7: Flakstadøya island and the summit of Tønsåsheia
50 minutes drive – 5 hours 30 walking – Overnight in hotel, rorbu or collective accommodation – D+: 1300 m / D-: 2000 m
The transfer to Nusfjord will give you a different perspective on the landscape. Once you’ve reached your destination, you’ll set off on a beautiful loop hike around the island of Flakstadøya and its magical landscapes. You’ll then climb Tønsåsheia before returning via a sublime balcony path over the famous Vestfjord.
On the eve of your departure, you’ll set off for Leknes, an old fishing village on the island of Vestvågøy, where you’ll spend the evening and night.
Day 8: Return to France
5 hours drive
An early departure for Narvik will give you one last chance to contemplate the spectacular scenery of Lofoten. You’ll return to France with unforgettable memories!
Highlights of the trip
General information
SAFETY
You can find the Quai d’Orsay’s position on these countries on the official website of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs: diplomatie.gouv.fr in the “Conseils aux voyageurs” section.
The information contained on the website of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs is subject to change and is given for guidance only. Please note that no region of the world or country can be considered safe from the risk of terrorism.
REGISTRATION
By post:
Ask us for a registration form
- by phone: 06 65 93 29 29
- or e-mail: contact@watse.fr
Send us your registration with a copy of your passport, your postal address, telephone number and e-mail address, together with a deposit of 30% of the cost of the trip.
Also, if you wish to take out a Comfort or Comfort Multirisk cancellation insurance policy, this must be paid at the same time as the deposit when you register. You can consult our insurance contracts on our website.
By internet:
Book your holiday directly on our website: directly on the holiday page, choosing your dates and insurance options.
ATTENTION: air fares will be maintained until 3 months before departure and may be readjusted if necessary if you book during this period.
ASSISTANCE AND SAFETY
We strongly advise you to take out assistance insurance for the duration of your trip.
We offer two different types of insurance: Comfort Cancellation and Comfort Multirisk, to be taken out when you register for your trip.
Details of this insurance are available on request or can be viewed by by clicking here.
Other offers include Mondial Assistance, your own insurance company or Club Alpin Français. Check that your trekking activity is covered.
Make sure your insurance covers all medical expenses in the event of an accident.
You must make sure that you are covered for mountain rescue costs. If this is the case, you must provide us with the following information before you set off on your trek:
- a certificate from the insurance company covering mountain rescue costs.
- the contract number and telephone number of the assistance center
Beware of restrictive clauses in certain insurance policies (particularly those linked to Visa Premier, Gold or other cards), such as mountain insurance limited to snow activities, or altitude sickness not recognized as an illness requiring repatriation, which will be refused.
Please check the actual content of your insurance and take the necessary steps if necessary.
Health & climate
JET LAG
No time difference.
CLIMATE
The Lofoten Islands enjoy permanent sunshine from mid-May to mid-July. The Gulf Stream keeps the Lofoten coasts warm, but it can still be cold, especially in wet weather. Good protective clothing is a must.
HEALTH AND VACCINES
No vaccinations required.
We strongly recommend that you are up to date with the usual vaccinations: diphtheria-tetanus-poliomyelitis, whooping cough, tuberculosis, typhoid fever, hepatitis A and B.
We recommend that you have a check-up with your dentist before you leave.
IFREMMONT
No specific indications.
Transport and conditions
We use local rental vehicles, minibuses or cars. Your tour leader will be your driver. However, one of you may be asked to drive a car when no minibus is available for hire.
AIR
No specific indications.
LUGGAGE
Your luggage is returned to your accommodation each evening.
The stay
MEALS
Breakfasts and dinners are mostly taken at the accommodation and prepared with care by your guide. Lunch will consist of a picnic packed in each participant’s bag. The picnic will be prepared by your guide.
ACCOMMODATION
Traditional accommodation on the Lofoten Islands is called rorbus. Ce sont des petites cabanes de pêcheurs louées à la basse saison de la pêche.
Watse offers you the chance to sleep in some of the most comfortable accommodations available. However, to ensure maximum comfort, especially with a double room system, we will also use hotels or hostels. However, given how busy the islands are, it may be possible to sleep in shared accommodation if certain lodgings are unavailable.
TRAINING
Supervision by a state-qualified French mountain leader.
Practical info
ELECTRICITY
No specific indications.
FORMALITIES AND VISA
For French, Belgian, Luxembourg and Swiss nationals:
– Valid national identity card or passport
– No visa required
As these formalities may change, please check with the country’s consular authorities. All travelers are responsible for complying with entry requirements in the countries they visit. Watse cannot be held responsible for changes in formalities.
BUDGET, CHANGE AND TIPS
The currency in Norway is the Norwegian krone The indicative rate is : 1 € = 9.9 NOK Cash: you can take euros with you. Exchange is done in exchange offices and banks. Norway is one of the most expensive countries in the world, so everything is very expensive here.
Watse added value
THE EXPERTISE OF A FRENCH GUIDE
Your adventure will be complete thanks to a French guide specializing in Lofoten. Taking care of all the logistics of the trip, he’ll also share his travel tips and anecdotes, for a unique trek.
A CHOICE OF QUALITY ACCOMMODATION
Hotels, gîtes and rorbus: all our accommodations are carefully selected by our teams to guarantee maximum comfort. Nothing is left to chance to ensure an unforgettable adventure!
TRANSFERS BY PRIVATE VEHICLE FOR GREATER AUTONOMY
To guarantee your complete autonomy, we provide transfers in private vehicles. This independence means no waiting or other inconveniences.