Sail to the best snow of Northern Norway
We don't promise one location - we promise snow
For our first ski and sail tour of the season, we don't want to commit to anything but to go where the snow is best. This early it can be hard to know what area will have the best conditions around Tromsø. Sometimes it is on Senja to the southwest, sometimes going deep in the fjords close to Finnmark, Lyngen or the islands just outside Tromsø. South, east or north - when you are in a sailing ship the ride of your life is always within reach.
Meet your guide
Morten will be your ski guide on Ylva.
He grew up in Senja and have spent more than 40 years exploring the mountains of this island. He is also very familiar with the mountains in Lyngen and the northern part of Troms county. His local knowledge, extensive experience with snow and avalanches, as well as his ability to convey nature’s diversity, will make your skiing experience unforgettable!
Morten is a former officer in the Norwegian army with special knowledge within winter training and avalanche courses.
Morten is a NORDTIND certified ski guide, and also works for the Norwegian water resource and energy directorate (NVE) as an avalanche observer for the national avalanche forecast.
Prices
Bunk cabin berth - NOK 45.000,-
Double cabin - NOK 49.000,-
20% deposit when booking, balance due 30 days before departure.-
Nice to know
Here are some common questions from our guests.
We provide a full board to all our guests on Ylva, and it is our goal that your experience with us is one of warmth and comfort.
We serve 3 delicious meals each day; Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Usually, lunch is taken on the slopes, and we provide options to pack and bring your own from the boat in cooperation with the guide. There is always snacks and fruits available should you feel the need for more energy. Coffee, tea, juice and milk is complementary. Beer and wine is for sale on board.
Your bunk is equipped with comfortable linen and a warm down duvet. There are towels and soaps for your use in your bathroom.
Sailing in the Arctic can be cold and windy in winter. However, Ylva is a large boat, and only rarely will there be much sea spray over deck. Your skiing gear - goretex trousers and jackets, with proper woolen layers as well as mid-layers underneath, will usually be sufficient.
However, Ylva has an indoor steering house, so going on deck to work the sails is only done during manouvers and sail changes, and assisting the crew in these phases is a voluntary experience.
Tromsø Airport (TOS) has direct routes from may European hubs. There a several flights from Oslo (OSL), Norways capital, every day.
When you arrive, taking the bus or a taxi from the airport to the downtown central harbor takes only 20 minutes.
Please respect the check-in time, as the crew needs to ready the boat from the last tour. However, should you arrive early we can arrange to store your luggage while you tour Tromsø.
You will receive more detailed information after you book your tour.
Yes, each cabin has a private shower and toilet, except one of the forward cabins (nr. 2) that shares these with the guides. Towels and toiletries are provided.
We provide protected storage for all skis in large crates on deck. Ski boots are kept in a locker behind the steering house, to save space inside. All your equipment is safe from sea spray and other sources of dirt.
Indeed there is!
We fill it up with sea water and heat it with a wood-burning stove. Our goal is to fire it up at least a couple of times each trip. The stove can comfortably hold six people, but a couple more can fit between good friends.
On a boat, we strongly recommend that you pack in soft bags that can be rolled up and stowed away. A suitcase would pose a problem to store in your cabin.
As you are a skiier, you are probably well aware of how to dress in winter conditions. Just make sure you keep in mind that the wind in Norway can be strong, adding to the other challenges of low temperatures and humidity.
Summary of Booking Terms
Please read and accept the full Terms & Conditions before confirming your booking.
Below is a short summary of the main points:
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Travel to the vessel
You are responsible for arranging and paying for your own travel to and from the embarkation port. -
Deposit and payment
A non-refundable deposit is due at the time of booking.
The remaining balance must be paid 30 days before departure. -
Minimum number of guests
Each tour requires a minimum number of participants.
If this number is not reached, the tour may be cancelled, and you will receive a full refund or rebooking offer. -
Insurance requirement
You must have valid travel insurance covering cancellation, medical treatment, and evacuation from ports within the tour area. -
Physical fitness
Guests must be in suitable physical condition to participate, including being able to:- Walk for a few hours on uneven terrain
- Maintain balance on a moving vessel
- Climb a 1.5-meter ladder between the ship and a dinghy
- Manage normal sea motion (bring medication if prone to seasickness)
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Safety and behavior
The Captain is the ultimate authority on board.
Guests must follow all crew instructions and act responsibly.
The use of illegal drugs or bringing your own alcohol is strictly prohibited and may result in disembarkation without refund. -
Changes of itinerary
Itineraries may change due to weather or operational reasons.
We will always strive to provide the best possible experience in a safe manner.
