Join me on an unforgettable 6 night journey through one of Norway’s most breathtaking and unspoiled regions, the majestic islands of Vesterålen. This winter adventure takes you across a landscape shaped by ancient seas, dramatic peaks, and timeless fishing villages that still whisper stories of the past.
We’ll explore snow covered mountains, frozen lakes and fjords, winding coastal roads, and towering cliffs that rise straight from the sea. This is Norway at its most raw and beautiful a land where the elements take center stage and nature feels close enough to touch.
Vesterålen stretches across Norway’s largest and third largest islands, located about 200 km north of the Arctic Circle in the Nordland province, bordering Troms. It’s a remote and rugged corner of Northern Norway, offering incredible light conditions throughout the winter months. From soft polar blues to golden Arctic sunsets, the ever changing skies create a dreamlike atmosphere perfect for photographers and nature lovers alike.
As daylight hours grow shorter, the nights come alive with the chance to witness one of the world’s greatest natural phenomena the Northern Lights. Far from the crowds of Lofoten, Vesterålen offers darker skies and a more tranquil setting, giving you excellent opportunities to see the aurora in all its glory.
Wildlife is never far away. Keep an eye out for moose, reindeer, arctic foxes, and even sea eagles as we travel through this vast, open landscape. Encounters are often spontaneous one of the joys of exploring a region where nature is still very much in charge.
Depending on weather and aurora conditions, we’ll also have the flexibility to include a Wildlife Safari during the trip, giving you a chance to experience the raw Arctic wilderness even more intimately.
This journey is for those who seek something real, peaceful, and profoundly moving an Arctic experience far from the beaten path.
Minimum 2 Guests and maximum 4 Guests.
Your own photo equipment, lenses, wide angle lens,
If possible aperture of f2.8 or lower.
Tripod is required for good night photos specially for northern lights.
Lots of spare batteries
Battery charger for your equipment. Memory cards for your equipment.
The temperatures can be all from minus 25 to pluss 8 celsius, I highly recommend to use wool and merino wool, it keeps you warm. Its important to use layers.
Guiding from and to the Airport EVE (Harstad / Evenes/ Narvik).
Accommodation private house shared basis 6 Nights
Breakfast and dinner at accommodation.
Trip to Historical Fishing Village Nyksund.
Various locations around Vesterålen.
Andøya day trip, west coast.
Northern lights Safari if the conditions are right.
Guiding through the entire trip.
Andøya Space Centre, Inga Sami Side.
To support our commitment to sustainable travel and the use of electric vehicles (EVs), we kindly ask that each guest limit their luggage to a maximum weight of 20 kg. Additionally, for optimal space and safety, luggage should not exceed the dimensions of 50 x 60 cm.
Thank you for helping us reduce our environmental impact and ensure a smooth travel experience for everyone.
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