Best of Lofoten Winter: Northbound Sailing Adventure

The experience

Experience Northern Norway at its wildest on a 7-day winter sailing adventure from Bodø to Svolvær, crossing Vestfjorden and exploring the remote islands, fjords and snow-covered mountains of Steigen and Lofoten. Sail north through dramatic Arctic landscapes, stopping at remote islands, secluded anchorages and traditional fishing communities. Along the way, kayak between white-sand beaches, explore the legendary Trollfjorden, hike above Skrova and experience the extraordinary light and changing weather of the Norwegian winter. This is a hands-on sailing adventure. With guidance from an experienced skipper, you’ll become part of the crew — learning to steer, handle sails and navigate while experiencing winter sailing in one of Norway’s most spectacular regions. After dark, remote anchorages away from city lights offer the possibility of watching the Northern Lights dance above the mountains.

Hosted by Seilnorge

SeilNorge creates small-group sailing adventures across Norway and the Arctic, combining hands-on sailing with hiking, skiing, kayaking, fishing and exploration. Since 2008, their experienced skippers and guides have helped both beginners and sailors discover wild coastlines, fjords and remote islands.

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Response time

~24h

Languages

english, norwegian

Itinerary

1. Day 1
   Bodø to Steigen

   Meet your crew in Bodø at 16:00 and settle aboard. After a safety and sailing introduction, head north towards Steigen, practising boat handling and emergency routines before finding a sheltered Arctic anchorage for the night.

2. Day 2
   Sail North to Nordskot

   Enjoy a full day sailing north through spectacular Steigen towards Nordskot. Practise sailing and navigation before heading ashore to explore, with the possibility of finishing the day with a sauna and refreshing Arctic dip.

3. Day 3
   Kayaking & Engeløya

   Weather permitting, kayak through Nordskot’s beautiful archipelago, surrounded by white beaches and clear Arctic waters. After lunch, sail deeper into Steigen towards Engeløya and watch the skies for the Northern Lights.

4. Day 4
   Tranøy & Crossing Vestfjorden

   Sail past the iconic Tranøy Lighthouse before tackling the 40+ nautical-mile crossing of Vestfjorden towards Lofoten. Practise navigation and sail handling before reaching the spectacular waters around Raftsundet and Trollfjorden.

5. Day 5
   Trollfjorden & Storemolla

   Wake beneath the towering cliffs of Trollfjorden and explore the dramatic scenery of Raftsundet. Sail towards Storemolla and a favourite remote anchorage, with the possibility of a beach bonfire beneath the Northern Lights.

6. Day 6
   Skrova & Henningsvær

   Sail to Skrova and hike towards Høgskrova for spectacular views across Vestfjorden and Lofoten. In the afternoon, continue to the iconic fishing village of Henningsvær and celebrate the adventure with dinner ashore.

7. Day 7
   Final Sail to Svolvær

   Enjoy your final sail across Vestfjorden towards Svolvær, keeping watch for Arctic wildlife along the way. Conditions permitting, stop at historic Kabelvåg before arriving in Svolvær after lunch and finish by 16:00.

What's included

The boat

Name

Havblikk

Type

sailboat

Length

14.99 m

Year

2005

Cabins

5

Capacity

10 guests

Meeting point