Winter Sea Kayaking Excursion from Sommarøy near Tromsø
Discover stunning fjords, scattered islands, and Arctic wildlife from the Norwegian Sea on this amazing winter sea kayaking excursion from Sommarøy near Tromsø!
Practical information
Sign up for an incredible adventure as you paddle along the Norwegian Sea and discover breathtaking Arctic landscapes with an expert instructor on this 6.5-hour winter sea kayaking excursion from Sommarøy near Tromsø!
Course of events
You should plan to spend 7 hours on this activity:
- 09:00 - Arrival at the meeting point in the reception of the Sommarøy Arctic Hotel and board the bus
- Transportation to the kayaking starting point
- Safety and activity briefing
- Equipment distribution and kayaking instruction
- Start of your amazing winter kayaking tour
- Kayak around the areas of Kaldfjorden and Eidkjosen
- Keep an eye out for Arctic wildlife and enjoy the panoramic Arctic landscapes
- Return to the base camp
- Enjoy hot drinks and snacks by the fire
- Return drive to Sommarøy
- 15:30 - Drop-off at Sommarøy Arctic Hotel and end of the activity
Activity requirements
Please be at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the start of the activity.
No previous experience is necessary to participate in this experience, but you should have a moderately good physical condition to be able to complete it.
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Special terms
This activity is not recommended for pregnant or disabled people.
Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent. If a cancellation is due to weather conditions, your instructor will attempt to reschedule the activity. If this is not feasible for you, a full refund will be provided.
Spoken languages:
English, NorwegianIncluded
- Transportation between Sommarøy Arctic Hotel and the kayaking spot
- Experienced and certified guide
- Sea kayak
- Paddle
- Paddle vest (PFD)
- Drysuit
- Warm gloves and boots
- Hot beverages and biscuits
Excluded
- Extra food or drinks
- Transportation to the meeting point in Tromsø
- Personal expenses
Do not forget to bring
- Warm winter clothing (At least 2 thermal underlayers, wind and waterproof outerwear)
- Extra warm sweater or jacket
- Warm hat
- Water bottle
- Snacks
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Spoken languages:
English, NorwegianCancellation: Moderate
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Don't miss out on a wonderful experience in northern Norway and take your chance to paddle around Arctic waters observing stunning panoramic views on this winter sea kayaking excursion from Sommarøy near Tromsø! Stunning fjords, diverse islands, Arctic wildlife, and beautiful seascapes characterize northern Norway. With incredible Arctic wildlife such as sea eagles, otters, and seals, paddling along the Norwegian Sea is a breathtaking experience you won't want to miss.
On the day of your winter sea kayaking excursion near Tromsø, you'll have to arrive at the meeting point in the Sommarøy Arctic Hotel at least 10 minutes before your departure time. There, you'll meet a Norwegian Travel staff member who will lead you to the bus that will take you to the kayaking spot, which can change depending on weather and sea conditions. Once you arrive, your instructor will give you a thorough safety and activity briefing, distribute the drysuit, paddle, kayak, and PFD (life jacket), and give you a quick kayaking lesson, so you know what to do when you enter the water.
When you're ready, it's time to go! You'll start paddling and enjoy the landscapes the areas of Kalfjorden and Eidkjosen, and depending on where you go, you might see sheltered sounds, islands, and quiet archipelagos. Keep an eye out for flocks of seabirds and other Arctic wildlife on shore! The experience will end as you return to the base camp from this amazing and mesmerizing winter sea kayaking excursion from Sommarøy, and enjoy a delicious warm beverage and snack before making your way back to Sommarøy Arctic Hotel.
Keep in mind that you will be spending extended periods of time out at sea, and though you will have a dryuit to keep you as warm as possible, you should also bring different thermal, wool, or fleece layers to wear under the suit, as well as gloves, a warm hat, a waterproof camera if you have it, and anything else you might need (medicine, snacks, extra layers, etc.) to spend an amazing 6 hours kayaking near Sommarøy!
Experience the mesmerizing Arctic landscapes of northern Norway from the sea and discover stories about the region with an expert. Book your sea kayaking excursion from Sommarøy near Tromsø today!