Join a unique trip to the amazing Kvitnes Gård in Vesterålen, featuring mountain hikes by the ocean, raw nature, and local culinary experiences from Northern Norway's finest kitchen!
SKI TOURING
Join us for a ski touring weekend in Vesterålen, where you'll experience stunning nature and thrilling skiing from mountain to shoreline, all while staying at the charming Kvitnes Gård. We cater to both beginners and experienced skiers and offer rental of skis and avalanche equipment for those who need it. Our base at Kvitnes Gård is the perfect starting point for ski tours, offering a variety of routes in the Vesterålen region.
| Base | Kvitnes Gård |
| Language | English / Norwegian |
| Skill level | Beginner to experience skiers |
| Duration | 4 days, 3 nights |
| Season | February-April |
| Full board | Local culinary experiences from the region |
| Price | From 27 500,- per guests |
| Not included | Flight tickets, alcohol, and soft drinks |
| Terms and conditions | See terms |
In one of the world’s most beautiful archipelagos, spectacular ski tours await, with magical descents from mountain to shore, exceptional local cuisine, peaceful surroundings, and a relaxing atmosphere that invites complete tranquility.
Vesterålen extends into the northern Atlantic, offering a perfect combination of majestic mountains, deep fjords, and white sandy beaches.
Summer or winter – the Arctic North and Northern Norway are a paradise for unique, active adventures that create shared stories and build culture.
Your safety is our highest priority, and we use experienced, certified mountain guides who are happy to share their extensive knowledge of snow and terrain.
Surrounded by dramatic nature with fjords, mountains, and open sea, the farm stands as an idyllic retreat.
Northern Norwegian hospitality is both genuine and unforgettable, leaving a lasting impression on everyone who experiences it.
We prioritize local culinary experiences from the region. At Kvitnes Gård, you will savor fresh ingredients sourced from the surrounding unique pantry. We promise delicious local cuisine!
Aprés-ski with sauna, swimming, socializing, and a pleasant atmosphere, whether you're traveling alone, with your partner, colleagues, or friends. We guarantee a good time and pleasant vibe.
NAC organizes and facilitates trips for beginners to experienced skiers. Ski and avalanche equipment can be rented from us through our partners, Majesty Skis and Mammut. Our main goal is giving you a memory for life!
Vesterålen boasts dramatic and spectacular nature, with towering mountains, deep fjords, and views of the open sea. Ski touring allows you to experience this landscape at its finest, offering panoramas that are both beautiful and unique.
Welcome to Vesterålen and Kvitnes Gård! The farm is renowned for its scenic location and is home to the famous Restaurant Kvitnes, run by Norwegian celebrity chef Halvar Ellingsen. The farm is located near Stokmarknes, the administrative center of Hadsel.
The nearest airport is Harstad/Evenes, and you will be transported from there directly to Kvitnes Gård.
You are warmly welcomed—upon arrival, you will check in and settle into your room. In the evening, you can look forward to a culinary experience, combined with information about the rest of the weekend and a meeting with the guides. Get a good night’s sleep before tomorrow’s ski tour!
The first day of skiing! Breakfast is served from 07:30. At 08:45, we will review the day’s tours before we hop on the transportation and set off on our adventure.
We plan for tours lasting 4 to 6 hours. The pace and the number of vertical meters will depend on your skill level, physical condition, and what you desire.
Back at Kvitnes Gård, the sauna will be heated, and cold refreshments along with après-ski snacks will be ready.
An amazing dining experience awaits us this evening as well.
We wake up at wonderful Kvitnes! Coffee is ready, and breakfast is served from 07:30. The routine will be a repeat of the previous day, with a guide meeting at 08:45 before we head out on our tour.
Once again, we will assess the weather and conditions, and together with the guides, we will decide on today’s route. After a fantastic day of skiing, we will return to Kvitnes.
The last dinner of our stay will be something truly unique; we can expect a culinary and tasting experience that is out of this world!
Ready for another day of skiing, with beautiful scenic peaks planned for today as well. Skilled guides will lead the way and ensure great tours! Breakfast will be served from 07:30, after which the tours will be adjusted based on your departure time.
After skiing, there will be an opportunity to take a shower and pack your things before we transport you from Kvitnes Gård back to Harstad/Evenes.
Thank you for an experience we will remember for a lifetime!
Kvitnes Gård’s philosophy is deeply rooted in the ideas of sustainability, quality, and the ability to live and deliver in harmony with nature. There is one rhythm followed here – that of nature.
This means that the journey to a meal at Kvitnes begins long before it is prepared in the kitchen. It takes years of preparation – from good compost, nutrient-rich soil, the right feed, suitable weather conditions, and gentle harvesting and slaughtering.
With 15 unique rooms, Kvitnes Gård offers a down-to-earth and tranquil accommodation experience for up to 30 guests. Each room has its own character, without TVs but with views that surpass any screen.
The farm dates back to 1855, so we can promise a cozy atmosphere. You’ll find creaking floorboards, a fire in the fireplace, and a relaxed vibe. Enjoy your morning coffee while watching the hens in the yard and let your senses awaken in sync with the other animals on the farm. Our goal is for you to leave Kvitnes feeling rested, full, and relaxed.
The most common questions we get asked is how tiring and long our summit ski tours are and how steep the descents are. This is not easy to answer as for each individual there is a different experience of what is deemed to be simple or demanding. Our guides will always seek to adjust according to the group, but as it is a group tour a certain level is expected. You will be out ski touring 5-8 hours a day, the speed is lower than skimo, we want you to enjoy the views. For the decents you must be able to ski in terrain with 25-30 degrees angle. Avalanche risk, snow conditions and weather will determine where we ski. To try to give guidance we have graded our tours on a scale from 1 to 5. Both Arctic Haute Route and Ski touring weekend is on level 3-5.
| 1 | Up to 300 metres altitude | Easy summit trip that everyone can master. You must have ski-touring gear, avalanche gear and a hiking bag. |
| 2 | Up to 500 metres altitude | Summit trip for those with normal fitness. You must have ski-touring gear, avalanche gear and a hiking bag. |
| 3 | Up to 700 metres altitude | A more strenuous summit trip, for those in normal to good condition. You must have ski-touring gear, avalanche gear and a hiking bag. |
| 4 | Up to 1000 metres altitude | It is required that you are in good shape and that you regularly take long hikes. You must have ski-touring gear, avalanche gear and a hiking bag. |
| 5 | More than 1000 metres altitude | It is required that you are in very good condition and that you are used to walking several days on hilly terrain. You must have ski-touring gear, avalanche gear and a hiking bag. |
Pack your ski gear in a large ski bag where you also have room for boots, helmets, skis, etc., and a large North Face bag (waterproof 100-140 L is recommended) for the rest of your gear and clothing. You can take the hiking bag and any boots on board the aircraft.
Bring mountain gear and clothing for three days of trips, and casual outfits for travel, dinner and social occasions. The atmosphere on board is relaxed and the cabins are small, so make a capsule collection and leave your fancy clothes at home!
Some of our guests have concerns about security and safety factors; avalanche risk, danger in steep terrain, professionalism of the guides, general risk assessment of the trips and whether they can expect to be seasick. Below you will find information about these aspects of the trip.
Our guides on board are certified, with a great deal of experience. They are all professionals who guide hundreds of tours throughout the year, and have mastered the art in tailoring tours to suit different levels; from beginners to high level skiers.
The safety of our guests on tour is paramount. We focus on the joy of adventuring safely. Our goal is for you to have a wonderful ski-tour experience, with magnificent views and spectacular skiing from mountain to shoreline.
Mountains and routes are always chosen based on the current weather, snow and wind conditions, along with the guests' skiing ability and physical fitness level.
Our certified guides are highly qualified professionals with extensive knowledge of the mountain ranges that surround the coast of Arctic & Coastal Norway. All guides are mountain experts; skiing, climbing, glacier walking and handling of equipment. They are safety and avalanche trained according to international standards for mountain guides.
The guides are keen to share their knowledge and expertise about snow conditions, mountains and routes with the guests along the way, and are happy to discuss their evaluations. With certified guides controlling the tour risk assessment, it will be easier for our guests to enjoy views, scenery and free riding in the North.
If you have concerns about being seasick, we can reassure you that we sail close to land and rarely in open sea areas for most of the voyage. In our experience guest seasickness has been limited to being very minimal, if at all. If any of our guests should still experience discomfort, we always have sea sickness tablets available on board.
Our certified guides facilitate tours for all levels of ability - from beginner and advanced to highly skilled summit tour enthusiasts. Our guides conduct meetings every night, going through maps, snow conditions and possible mountain options for the next day's tours with guests.
In this way we can ensure that you participate in a tour that best meets your expectations with unforgettable daily trips and travel.
