Winter in Norway between wild seas and polar nights

A magical adventure in the heart of the polar night…

YOUR EXPEDITION

Dates: December 10–18, 2027 / December 18–26, 2027 / December 26, 2027–January 3, 2028 – 9 days / 8 nights
Navigation: Lyngen Alps, Lofoten Islands
Embarkation: Tromsø / Disembarkation: Tromsø
Average temperature: 0 / -5°C
Difficulty level: Easy

Highlights: Cetaceans / Northern Lights / Snow-covered landscapes / Polar night

Activities: Snowshoe hiking / Wildlife watching / Northern Lights hunting / Museum visits / Visits to picturesque villages / Zodiac excursions / Lectures / Water activities (fishing, polar pedal boat)

ITINERARY

DAY 1 – TROMSØ

Boarding at 5:00 PM and welcome aboard Polarfront. Discover the ship and your living spaces over a welcome cocktail. Departure at 6:00 PM.

DAYS 2 & 3 – SKJERVØY

These days will be dedicated to the search for and observation of large cetaceans from Polarfront or from Zodiacs.

In winter, humpback whales and orcas come to feed between the islands, in the bay of Skjervøy, in the heart of the Lyngen Alps.

Polarfront will sail through a magnificent natural setting of alpine mountains and deep fjords, offering you spectacular views.

DAY 4 – SENJA

Senja rivals the beauty of the Lofoten and Vesterålen islands but remains far less visited.

It is an island to be explored slowly to fully appreciate its quiet and natural beauty. A wide agricultural plain meets the sea on the eastern coast, facing the mainland.

A beautiful hike is offered.

DAY 5 – TROLLFJORD

Let yourself be carried through Norway’s narrowest fjord: Trollfjord. Its name comes from the many legends and myths associated with its mysterious beauty.

Stretching 2,000 meters long and only 100 meters wide, explore Trollfjord by polar pedal boat or Zodiac; or admire the fjord’s steep shores from the warmth of the Nordic bath or panoramic sauna.

DAY 6 – LOFOTEN ISLANDS – WESTERN PART

Polarfront will sail to Leknes, a central port of the Lofoten archipelago.

You will visit the village of Nusfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage site. A stop in Reine will offer breathtaking views of this postcard-perfect Lofoten landscape.

You will then stroll through the charming village of Å, a museum village dedicated to cod fishing.

DAY 7 – LOFOTEN ISLANDS – EASTERN PART

This day begins with the discovery of the long northern sandy beaches.

In Eggum, you will take a step back into the history of World War II.

Then, we will take you to Henningsvær, a fishing village located at the tip of a peninsula. Nicknamed the “Venice of the Lofoten,” Henningsvær is probably the most charming place in the archipelago.

Finally, you will visit the Viking Museum of Borg.

DAY 8 – SKROVA

In the shadow of the larger Lofoten islands, Skrova proudly preserves its charm and mystery. Often nicknamed the “whale island” due to its rich whaling past, Skrova combines history, wild nature, and breathtaking landscapes.

With its white sandy beaches, authentic village, and rugged mountains, it is a true haven of peace.

DAY 9 – TROMSØ

This is where your wonderful adventure comes to an end.
Disembarkation takes place at 9:00 AM after breakfast.

POLARFRONT  

As a true expedition yacht, Polarfront is designed to navigate the most remote fjords to offer you an experience as close as possible to wildlife.

Specifications: 12 passengers / Length 55 meters / Width 10 meters / Hybrid propulsion / French flag and crew / 2 naturalist guides / French chef / Panoramic sauna / Nordic bath

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