Hiking and Sauna Experience around Svolvaer, in Lofoten
Enjoy an energetic hike along the stunning nature of Lofoten, then relax at the beach in a portable sauna on this amazing combined adventure!
Practical information
Enjoy the ultimate Arctic experience as you go hiking in the stunning Lofoten peaks and then descend to a windswept beach to enjoy the warmth and relaxation of a portable sauna on this wonderful 5-hour adventure!
Course of events
You should plan to spend around 5.5 hours on this activity:
- Arrival at the meeting point and introduction to your instructor
- Safety and activity briefing
- Start of your 4-hour hiking excursion around Lofoten
- Take photos along the way
- Reach an amazing viewpoint
- Make your way down to the beach
- Enjoy 1 relaxing hour in a portable sauna
- Take a dip in the sea (optional)
- Return to the meeting point and end of the activity
Activity requirements
Being in good physical condition is required to take part in this activity.
All children under 16 years old 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.
The meeting point for the activity will be located on Gimsøya Island. It will be decided on by the instructor and communicated to you at least 24 hours prior to the start of the activity. A car is usually necessary to reach the meeting point.
Included
- Expert local instructor
- Photos
- Portable sauna
- Towels
- Wind-protected changing shelter
Excluded
- Transportation to the meeting point
- Food and drinks
Do not forget to bring
- Comfortable sports clothing (adapted to the weather conditions)
- Sports shoes or hiking boots
- Water
- Snacks
- Sunscreen
- Hat
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About the activity
Sign up for a true Arctic experience as you follow an expert into scenic trails and then relax with a hot and cold combination on this amazing hiking and sauna tour around Svolvaer, in Lofoten! With stunning mountains, deep fjords, and Nordic beaches, Gimsøya Island, where the activity takes place, and Lofoten are some of the best places to observe real, tranquil, and beautiful Arctic landscapes surrounded by the Norwegian Sea.
Approximately 24 hours before your hiking and sauna experience in Lofoten, you'll receive a message from your instructor with the exact location of the meeting point, which will be within the Vågan municipality. On the day you'll need to arrive at the set meeting point at least 5 minutes before your departure time. There, your instructor will meet you and give you a few safety recommendations, as well as a preliminary itinerary for the day. Once everyone is ready, it's time to go!
You'll begin the day with a hiking excursion around Gimsøya, on a gentle trail, which will eventually lead you to one of the island's amazing peaks! You'll follow your instructor as they share stories about the region and the landscapes you'll see. The trail will have a few steep sections, but your instructor will adjust the pace to your group, so you can all enjoy the adventure and take pictures of you and your group as you reach beautiful viewpoints worth recording for posterity. Once you reach the peak and enjoy the views, you'll descend until you reach a beach where a pre-heated sauna will be waiting for you. You'll have around 1 hour to relax, enjoy the heat, and even dip into the Norwegian Sea to complete the signature Arctic experience.
Don't forget to bring warm, comfortable sports clothing, sports shoes or hiking boots, sunscreen, water, snacks, and anything else you might need (medicine, a hat, etc.) to spend an amazing 5 hours on this hiking and sauna experience around Svolvaer, in Lofoten!
Book your hiking and sauna experience around Svolvaer, in Lofoten, and enjoy a day of thrilling exercise and signature, warm relaxation! You won't regret it.