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Dec - Mar
Snowshoe through mountains, kayak icy fjords, cross-country ski in forests and horse ride amongst ancient Viking trails, all above the Arctic Circle.
Beginner
Moderate
A Little Luxury
From
£2,599
(USD $4,080.43)
Above the Arctic Circle
Can’t decide what winter sport to do? Then why not try all of them against a stunning Norwegian backdrop!
Spend six days exploring Lofoten, an archipelago right on the edge of the Arctic Circle. Snowshoe through dramatic frozen landscapes, kayak around islands keeping watch for sea eagles, and horse ride amongst ancient Viking settlements. You’ll also learn the traditional Norwegian art of falling over whilst learning to cross country ski, then head back to the hotel for yoga sessions and spa time.
Your base is a welcoming hotel, with private or twin rooms, private bathrooms and great facilities. There’s also nightly two-course dinners and Lofoten’s biggest gin bar to hand.
An Active Agenda
No Hidden Costs
Snowshoe, cross-country ski, horse ride, kayaking and a Sea Eagle Safari
Stretch and strengthen between adventures
Relax in the sauna and hot tub, with the Arctic Ocean as your cold plunge pool
Welcoming hotel with great facilities, a spa and Lofoten’s biggest gin bar
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all included
Expert instructors for all your activities, plus your Gutsy Girls host
We’ll pick you up and return you to Evenes Airport
Activity Overview
Snap on snowshoes and access terrain you can’t reach in summer. Your daytime trek takes you to stop-and-stare viewpoints while your guide fills you in on local stories. Then there’s the evening snowshoe to Svolvær. With only headtorches lighting your way, the landscape looks completely different in the dark.
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Pull on your life jacket and explore Lofoten’s coastline from the water. Paddle icy Arctic waters with mountains as your backdrop, landing on a remote beach for a picnic lunch. Keep watch for marine wildlife too.
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Saddle up for a ride through Lofoten’s Viking history. The route takes you past archaeological sites where Vikings housed their longships, down to beaches, and along the coast through fishing ports.
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Spend a full day learning how to cross-country ski. You’ll get the gliding basics down, probably fall over a bit (that’s part of it), and by the afternoon you’ll wonder why you haven’t been doing this for years. No experience needed, your guide teaches you everything step by step.
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Head out on the water in a RIB boat for a wildlife safari. Sea eagles nest along Lofoten’s coastlines and with 2.5m wingspans, they’re hard to miss. Lofoten’s rich marine ecosystem also supports seals, orcas, and diverse seabirds. No guarantees on what you’ll spot (nature doesn’t perform on schedule), but your guide will know where to look.
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Access Lofoten’s best spa facilities and rest tired muscles in the sauna and hot tub. For those wanting the full Arctic experience, there’s also the optional plunge into the Arctic Ocean.
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Stretch and strengthen between adventures with four yoga sessions throughout the week. Never set foot on a mat? It’s a common misconception that you need to be flexible to do yoga, but just turn up and your instructor will guide you through the rest.
The Destination
Your Adventure Starts Here
Arrive at Evenes Airport and enjoy the 2.5-hour scenic drive to the hotel. Settle into your room.
Meet your group over dinner whilst your guides outline the week ahead.
Yoga to set you up, then strap on snowshoes for a trek into the wilderness. Your guides will share local stories as you climb to viewpoints. Definitely bring your camera.
Continue your snowshoe after lunch, then head back to the hotel to warm up.
Spa session to test out the facilities, then dinner at the restaurant.
Yoga to stretch any achy muscles, then pull on your life jacket and dry suit. Explore Lofoten's shores and seascapes from the water in a kayak.
Keep paddling to a local beach for picnic lunch, then continue your adventure back to shore.
Downtime back at the hotel, then spa, followed by dinner.
After yoga and breakfast, head out to sea for a three hour wildlife safari spotting sea eagles and other Arctic species.
Lunch, then swap wings for hooves with an afternoon horse ride through Viking archaeological sites, along coastlines and through fishing ports.
Dinner at the hotel and a spa trip to ease any saddle sore bits.
Once breakfast settles, take to the tracks for a full day of cross-country skiing. Learn the technique and find your rhythm.
Keep skiing through forests and across snow-covered terrain.
Drive to Svolvær for a one hour night snowshoe hike. With only headtorches lighting the way, darkness turns familiar terrain into something else entirely. Finally settle down at the hotel for a farewell dinner.
Pack up after breakfast and say goodbye to Lofoten. The transfer back to Evenes Airport arrives in time for afternoon flights.
Rest & Refuel
Stay in a modern Norwegian hotel with comfy rooms that provide cosy, comfortable accommodation after active days. The real highlights are the spa facilities - Lofoten's best, with a sauna, hot tub, and Arctic Ocean access for evening recovery sessions.
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All meals are included, from buffet breakfasts to packed lunches and two-course dinners. The hotel restaurant promises evening meals that showcase seasonal Norwegian dishes like reindeer, Arctic fish and warming soups. After dinner, explore the gin bar featuring Lofoten's biggest selection with gins from across Norway and beyond.
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The Essentials
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A Little Luxury A cosy Norwegian hotel with clean and comfy twin and private en-suite rooms, an incredible spa, restaurant and bar.
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| Food and Drink |
All meals are included from dinner on arrival day to a packed lunch for the journey home. If you have a severe food allergy, please get in touch before you book.
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| Fitness Level |
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Moderate Trying lots of different activities in Arctic winter conditions across the same week means your body is constantly adapting, and the cold adds its own demands on top of each one. It’s not about massive distances or intense effort, it’s about showing up each day ready to try something new in freezing temperatures, which takes more out of you than the same activities would elsewhere. If you’re doing running, cycling or anything that gets your heart rate up regularly, you’ll manage well, and with yoga and spa sessions built into the week, there’s genuine recovery time too. You'll Need to Be
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| Skill Level |
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Beginner No experience needed for any of the activities, your guides teach you everything from scratch. Just bring determination and a willingness to try. Beginner is the skill level. It’s not an easy trip. Check the Fitness Level above. |
| Packing List |
Below is an indication of the specialist items you will need, and might have to invest in before your adventure! For a full list of what you’ll need to bring, check out the trip guide. We Provide
You'll Need
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| Travel |
The meeting point for this trip is Evenes Airport, Norway. Alternative routes and travel information are in our trip guide. |
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| Trip Code |
NORSKAMLT |
The answers
No previous experience is needed for any activity, our expert guides teach you everything from scratch. The focus is on having fun and exploring Lofoten, not perfecting your technique.
This trip is rated moderate. You need baseline fitness to handle 5-6 hours of activity daily for four consecutive days. If you exercise regularly (running, hiking, cycling) and can handle a full day hike, you’ll manage fine. It’s not extreme, but you can’t be completely sedentary either or the consecutive active days will catch up with you if you’re unprepared.
You’ll snowshoe through mountains, kayak icy fjords, cross-country ski in forests, and horse ride ancient Viking trails. There are also evening spa visits with a sauna, hot tub, and optional Arctic Ocean plunge. Four yoga sessions are also included for recovery. For every activity you’ll have an expert local guide and all necessary equipment provided.
If you’re active and want consecutive days trying multiple winter activities, this trip works. You’ll be outdoors in freezing temperatures most days, so mental readiness for cold weather matters as much as physical fitness.
Fly into Evenes Airport (EVE) in northern Norway. We provide one timed group transfer from the airport to our hotel (approximately 2.5 hours). The journey through tunnels and over bridges connecting the islands is part of the adventure.
A group transfer is included on both the arrival and departure days. This is a shared transfer, running at fixed times to and from Evenes Airport.
There is one transfer each way, and your flight must match the timings. If it doesn’t, you’ll need to make your own arrangements. Please note that there are different transfer times depending on the adventure date.
1-6 Feb 2026
1-6 Apr 2026
We really recommend booking any flights that mean you’ll be able to take our set-time transfer. If that’s impossible, you’ll need to arrange your own transport – we don’t provide individual transfers. Private transfers cost around 7000kr (approximately £500) and can be booked through our Bookings Team. There are also public transport options.
Freezing temperatures, snow cover, and short daylight hours. Weather changes fast and clear mornings can turn stormy by afternoon. Come prepared for cold, and for those crisp, clear days when the landscape shows you why you made the journey.
Our itineraries aren’t set in stone. Our guides are experts at making the most of the weather each day, so they may adjust things to ensure we get the best out of the conditions.
Credit and debit cards work almost everywhere, however it’s always useful to carry a small amount of local currency in your wallet. Most elements of the trip are included, you just have to pay for extra drinks, other occasional personal expenses and any tips you may want to give to your guide and host.
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