LOFOTEN, Northern Lights and Fjords
10 DAYS | PRICE: 3'000 €
You will embark on a journey of exploration starting in the Lyngen Alps, above the Artic Circle where the Northern Lights shine their magic at night, then crossing the heart of Lofoten archipelago, a balanced mix between sailing action and discovery bathed by the special sunlight of the Arctic summer.
Departures: |
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Embark: | Tromso, Norway | ||
Disembark: | Bergen, Norway | ||
Guests: | 6 | ||
OFFSHORE SAILING
Guest crew will be limited to 6 allowing to meet the targets of each individual as well as our comfort and safety standards.
With exhaustive experiences of both long passages and cold water sailing, as well as preparation and maintenance of our vessels during the winter off-season, Alex Jara provides a no non-sense approach to offshore sailing in all its key facets, allowing you to tangibly grow as a sailor. The passages provide an extensive opportunity to dig deep in numerous boat preparation, sailing and navigation matters through exchanges with Alex throughout the passage.
- Boat preparation for long passages
- Passage planning, coastal and offshore navigation
- Maneuvering in small crew
- Sails trimming
- Practicing time at the helm
- How to use autopilot, AIS, Radar
- Working on both paper charts and plotter
- Weather forecasting, including a pragmatic approach to downloading and read weather files, as well as routing.
- Tidal currents
- Bad weather and night sailing
- Sleep management, eating, shifts
- Energy management onboard, installation of energy systems, unbiased input as to the effectiveness of various energy sources
- Boat monitoring and maintenance routines during long passages
- Health and Safety on board
- Emergency procedures
LOFOTEN (from the Lyngen Alps to Bergen)
750
NAUTICAL MILES
10
SAILING DAYS
6
TOTAL GUESTS
We set sail from Tromsø, latitude 69N, known as the "Gateway to the Arctic". Many guests will opt for arriving a couple of days ahead of the departure to enjoy the many features of this vibrant city, where the Arctic wilderness meets urban charm. Surrounded by majestic mountains and fjords, Tromsø is also a pragmatic starting point for our passage, as it offers a well connected international airport and a good selection of stores and technical support to refurbish our boat.
We are likely to experience the magic of the Northern Lights as we set sail above the Arctic Circle.
The daily sailing distances, subject to weather conditions, will range from 65 to 120 nautical miles. We will discuss with the participants if they wish to add longer legs, night shifts and venture further offshore or prefer more coastal routing to disembarking to visit.
We will head south, towards the heart of the Lofoten archipelago to explore its dramatic landscapes of mountain peaks, crystal-clear waters, and picturesque fishing villages. During our season, we first pass the Lofoten in the winter as we sail north towards the Lyngen Alps fpr our ski & sail season in March-April , but we love to rediscover the region under the warmth of the late summer, yet still removed from the peak cruising season, with countless anchorages to enjoy solo.
Continuing our journey, we will discover the regions, port towns and fishing villages nestled along the rugged coastline of central Norway including Bodø, Rørvik and Ålesund.
The destination port of Bergen is a historic city nestled between seven mountains and the gateway to the Norwegian fjords. In addition to its many points of interest it is a convenient point to disembark, with the airport less than 20 minute away from our main ports of entry.
DAY 1
- Welcome by the crew, checking and storage of gear, accommodation in cabins.
- First dinner and night onboard.
- Review of above and below decks equipment.
- Safety protocols and review of safety equipment.
- Weather conditions, routing, organization of shifts, etc.
- Weather conditions permitting, we will be setting sail on Day 1.
DAYS 2 - 9
- Tromsø to Harstad (45 nm)
- Harstad to Svolvær (Lofoten) (65 nm)
- Svolvær to Reine (55 nm)
- Reine to Bodø (65 nm)
- Bodø to Sandnessjøen (90 nm)
- Sandnessjøen to Rørvik (85 nm)
- Rørvik to Kristiansund (115 nm)
- Kristiansund to Ålesund (70 nm)
- Ålesund to Bergen (120 nm)
ARRIVAL TO DESTINATION PORT
- Subject to weather conditions / progress towards the final destination, we may choose to an anchorage near the point of departure / arrival to get closer to the local nature.
- Goodbyes and disembark in the morning.
THE OFFSHORE SAILING EXPERIENCE
WITH ALEX JARA
Alex is our permanent Captain onboard INTREPIDO, spending over 7 months per season at the helm from France to the high latitudes of the Lyngen Alps , above the Arctic Circle, and then further north to Svalbard. A certified RYA Ocean Yachtmaster, he has extensive experience of sailing in cold, remote waters, including expeditions to South Georgia and Antarctica, as well as transatlantic passages. In addition, Alex is trained in sea rescue (Red Cross), yacht design and construction (UPC University), diving instructor and ship security officer, among other qualifications. He brings solid mechanical and engineering skills (on-board engineer in Antarctica, participation in the construction of racing yachts) and strengthens our maintenance and repair capabilities on our own yachts, which is all the more enriching for participants who want to become more self reliant and confident. Alex is trained as a biologist and speaks several languages (English, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese).
- Stay onboard the ship for the specified voyage duration
- Professional skipper
- Standard offshore lifejacket and lifeline
- Shore landings and tours with the dinghy
- Bedding and towels
- Onboard food (breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner), hot beverages and non-alcoholic beverages
- Fuel and all port dues
- Air fares to and from departure point.
- Insurance (personal medical, travel, cancellation, etc)
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Food and beverages on the day of arrival until boarding
- Ski, trekking or other outdoor activity gear.
- Voice and data communication using onboard equipment.
- Entry fees into parks, museums, etc