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Norway – Freerando boat trip in the Lyngen Alps

Lingen Alps — The Other Norway
There is a mountain range in Norway that skiers from all over the world are only just beginning to discover. Far from the hustle and bustle of Lofoten, far from the classic Nordic resorts, the Lingen Alps stretch north of Tromsø, between the Lyngen fjord and the Finnish border — a vast ski touring area of ​​spectacular beauty and rare quality.
Here, the peaks soar to over 1,800 meters and plunge directly into the dark waters of the fjords. The slopes are pristine, the routes endless, the snow cold and dry, carried by the Arctic weather systems that sweep across the Lyngen Peninsula from October to May. And in the evening, from your boat on the fjord's edge, the Northern Lights illuminate the sky above the peaks you descended during the day.
The Lingen Alps represent the heart of Norway: wild, silent, magnetic. A freeride touring area that rivals the best Nordic spots, but without the crowds of the Lofoten Islands. Again.
👉 For skiers looking for something different from what they've already done — this trip is for you.

WHY A BOAT TRIP IN THE LYNGEN ALPS?

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Anchorage in the heart of the Fjords – Lyngen Peninsula

The Tarmo – Our boat in the Lyngen Alps

For this ski & sail boat trip in the Lyngen Alps , the Tarmo will be our floating base camp for the entire week. Comfortable, warm, and spacious, this true expedition boat offers a particularly welcome level of comfort after a day of ski touring in the Norwegian fjords.

Skiers are accommodated in double cabins and enjoy spacious common areas for sharing meals and relaxing. Each day, the Tarmo allows us to change anchorages and explore a new fjord, depending on the snow and weather conditions.

A true ski & sail adventure in Norway , with the comfort of a boat designed for expeditions in the Far North.

See the full Tarmo brochure

The Program – Ski Expedition - 7 days / - 6 days of skiing

Saturday

Arrival at Tromsø airport.
Taxi transfer to Tromsø port, followed by boarding and the week's briefing with your guides and crew.

19:00 PM: Dinner on board, then the first sail to reach the first spot of the stay.

Sunday to Thursday

Each day we sail to a new freerando spot in the Lyngen Alps, with 1000 to 1500 m of daily positive elevation gain.
After skiing: dinner on board, sauna, fishing and relaxation facing the Arctic landscapes.

Friday

Last day of skiing, then back to the port of Tromsø to enjoy one last evening in the warm and lively atmosphere of the city.

Saturday

Breakfast on board, disembarkation then transfer to Tromsø airport for your return flight.

The Trip in Detail – The Lyngen Alps, Norway

🎿 7 Days / 6 Days of Skiing - From €3,800 incl. VAT / person

Our Ski & Sail Boat Trips in the Lyngen Alps are offered in small groups, for a true ski touring adventure in the heart of the Norwegian fjords. Aboard the Tarmo, we sail each day in search of the best snow conditions and the most beautiful routes, between wild peaks and descents to the sea.
👉 2 UIAGM certified guides for a maximum of 10 skiers
⛵ Boat Trip Ski & Sail – Lyngen Alps
🏔️ Ski touring • Sailing • Accommodation and full board on board

✅ What's included

🏔 Guided by 2 guides, experts in the Lyngen massif
🏨 Accommodation in a double room
🍽 Full board every day
🔥 Access to the Norwegian sauna on the boat

❌ What is not included

  • ✈️ International flights to Tromsø (TOS) — direct flights available from Paris, Oslo, and other European hubs
  • 🎿 Personal ski touring equipment (skis, boots, skins, ski crampons, harness, crampons)
  • Mandatory safety equipment (avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe)
  • 🍸 Drinks (excluding water and coffee at breakfast)
  • 🏥 Travel and repatriation insurance (highly recommended — contact us)

Plan your stay in the Lyngen Alps

Your freerando trip in the Lyngen Alps is organized under the official travel license of L'Or Blanc Travel. All prices are inclusive of all taxes, for complete transparency.

🎿 Required level

This trip is for skiers or snowboarders:

  • comfortable off-piste,
  • capable of operating in deep snow,
  • with good physical condition.

Experience in ski touring is mandatory.

🎿 What equipment should I bring?

Lyngen is a technical field that requires suitable equipment:

  • Freeride skis with detachable or touring bindings, minimum width 90 mm at the skate
  • Seal skins essentials + knives
  • For snowboarders: splitboard + knives 
  • Mandatory safety equipment: DVA/ARVA, shovel, probe
  • For high mountain extensions Harnesses, crampons and ice axes as per the itinerary decided with the guide

📝 How to book?

1️⃣ A 30% deposit is required upon signing the contract. 2️⃣ The balance is due on February 1st of the year of departure.

📅 Ideal time

March to May. March offers the coldest snow conditions and the last opportunities to see the Northern Lights. April is the ideal time: longer days, still excellent snow, and spectacular northern light. May allows you to enjoy long Arctic spring days with abundant snow cover right up to the fjord.

📞 24/24 dedicated support

Eric Lacas
📱 +33 6 16 70 90 65
📧 lorblanctravel@gmail.com

What level of skiing is required for the Lyngen Alps? This trip is for experienced skiers , comfortable in off-piste terrain and accustomed to ski touring. Proficiency in skinning is essential—each day involves an ascent of 600 to 1,200 meters of elevation gain. No need to be an expert in technical couloirs; our guide adapts the routes to the actual skill level of the group.

Can we see the Northern Lights during the trip? Yes, between February and March, the Northern Lights are common in the Lyngen region. The boat's location on the fjord's edge, far from any light pollution, offers optimal viewing conditions. Sightings are never guaranteed—they depend on solar activity and cloud cover—but trips in March statistically offer the best chances.

Are the Lyngen Alps different from the Lofoten Islands? Yes, significantly so. The Lofoten Islands are now very popular with freeriders from all over the world. The Lyngen Alps, in the Lyngen massif, offer comparable terrain—or even superior terrain in terms of vertical drop and diversity—in a still very pristine and uncrowded setting. This is the advantage of choosing this area now, before it too becomes a mainstream destination.

Can the trip be booked privately for a group of friends? Yes, and it's the option we highly recommend. A group of 4 to 10 friends with a dedicated guide is ideal for tailoring the pace, itinerary, and atmosphere to your group. We can easily arrange private departures on dates that suit you.