Packing List

Lofoten Multi-Activity Adventure

Please also use the weather forecast here to inform your packing. If it is going to be cold, you will need more layers and warmer outer layers!

We provide:

  • Kit needed for each activity - paddleboards, kayaks, bikes

  • Cycle helmets

  • Life jackets

  • Shared hairdryers

  • Lunch box

  • Toiletries (shampoo and body wash)

What to Bring:

Activities

  • Small 20-30L backpack (for carrying belongings on hikes/cycle)

  • Swimwear (a couple of sets) at least one for sauna and one for under a wet suit

  • A range of lightweight, breathable layers that can be easily added or removed to suit changing conditions for cycling and hiking:

    • Quick dry t-shirts

    • Long sleeve lightweight t-shirts

    • A breathable, waterproof and windproof shell jacket

    • Summer hiking trousers, leggings or shorts

    • Trainers for cycling - hiking boots are mandatory for the hikes

    • Water bottle(s) or water bladder - at least 2 litres capacity (insulated bottles keep water cooler if warmer weather is forecast)

Optional

  • Warmer thermal base layer (merino wool recommended)

  • Lightweight fleece or mid-layer

  • Cap / sun hat and beanie

  • Sunglasses

  • SPF Lip balm

  • Sunscreen

  • Quick-dry Towel

  • Waterproof case for phone

  • Floating strap for sunglasses

  • Dry bag (to keep items dry whilst kayaking/paddleboarding

  • Water shoes or neoprene socks and gloves for cold water dips/swims

Evenings

  • Casual evening clothes 

  • Sleepwear

  • Light fleece or jacket for the evenings

Personal

  • Personal medication

  • Insect repellent 

  • Bite cream

  • Travel adapter (standard European 2-pin plug)

Other optional items

  • Compeed / plasters

  • Cash (payments can all be made on card)

  • Small dry bag (for kayak/SUP and to keep items dry in backpack)

  • Binoculars (optional but useful if you like wildlife)