The Lofoten Islands are located in the Norwegian Sea, above the Arctic Circle. They offer majestic landscapes with towering mountains, deep fjords, seabird colonies, and long beaches ideal for surfing. The coldest period peaks in February, while the warmest months are July and August. Due to their unique positioning, these islands are exposed to two of the most beautiful natural phenomena: the midnight sun and the Northern Lights. The midnight sun is visible in June when the sun never sets, while the Northern Lights can be seen between October and April.

The islands are a total of five and are connected by bridges, roads, and tunnels. An alternative method to travel between the islands is by sailing, which allows you to experience the landscapes from a different perspective. For your sailing vacation, you can depart directly from Svolvær, the capital and oldest city in the Arctic Circle, or from Tromsø.

The Svalbard Islands are located between Norway and the North Pole, like a world unto themselves, an Arctic land of wild nature, perennial glaciers, the Northern Lights, midnight sun, and vast open spaces where polar bears roam. The main activities on these islands involve polar exploration and tourism with a range of adventurous activities, from sailing cruises and kayaking among glaciers to snowmobile tours.

The landscape is highly diverse. The western coast of Spitsbergen features spectacular fjords and mountains over 1000 meters high, while other areas are more expansive and open. Nearly two-thirds of the islands are protected territory, including nature reserves, national parks, and bird sanctuaries. The warming effects of the Gulf Stream keep the coastal waters ice-free for most of the year, allowing for coastal navigation.

These islands can be visited year-round and offer different experiences depending on the season. From mid-May to late September, you can witness the phenomenon of the midnight sun. From October to late February, the days are dark and cold, but you can enjoy the stunning Northern Lights day and night. Spring, from March to mid-May, is the perfect period with warmer temperatures and still snow-covered landscapes.

Embarking from Tromsø, you can venture towards the Lyngen Peninsula and its peaks. You will encounter extraordinary landscapes, atmospheres reminiscent of great polar expeditions, and breathtaking alpine skiing—all aboard a sailboat equipped to handle the frigid waters of the Norwegian Sea.

The Lyngen Peninsula, located east of Tromsø, is home to some of the most rugged alpine peaks in the country and is entirely covered in snow and ice. The Lyngen Alps, with their highest peak being Jiekkevarre (1837 m), offer various opportunities for experienced mountaineers and skiers in a beautifully polar setting.

The advantage of moving from one location to another by sailing is that the skipper can easily retrieve you from nearly any destination. Imagine having a constantly moving refuge, which relocates daily to seek out pristine places to explore.

In addition to sailing and skiing, you can explore the wild landscapes of the coast and islands, then return aboard to refresh and stay overnight.