Ski touring on the island of Seiland - Norway
8 days from 3495 € per participant
Guaranteed departure from 4 people
NOSR807 
Maximum altitude 900 m
Stamina level : 3 Pros
- Exceptionally beautiful scenery in Norway's most northerly fjords
- Base camp with a small restaurant and cosy apartment rooms where everything is provided for skiers (drying room, sauna, hot tub,...).
- Boat crossings to go up the Fjords and access the best ski touring routes.
- Departure scheduled at the peak of the Northern Lights season...
- An unforgettable ski touring trip to discover Norwegian Lapland
In a nutshell
Are you looking for that rare gem? Dreaming of a destination that stands out from the crowd? Do you want to take your skis to slopes where very few skiers have gone before you? In the heart of Norwegian Lapland, for example? Then put your trust in us and set off to discover the island of Seiland on this trip combining boat crossing and ski touring in the Fjords of Norway's far north!
Day to day
Day 1 - Flight to Alta, Norway
On this first day, we meet up at Alta airport, Norway (ALF), in late afternoon. Transfer to the hotel by bus (approx. 10 mins). Dinner at your own choice. Evening and overnight in Alta.
Accommodation included on this day: hotel
Day 2 - Ski touring in the surroundings of the base camp
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by an early morning boat transfer to Seiland Island. Arriving on the island, we head for our Guesthouse, the base camp for this stay. Settle into your room for the next 5 nights. The accommodation is comfortable. The hosts are friendly and natives of the region.
Safety briefing with the guide and equipment check before the first ski outing of the week. We set off on skis from our base camp to explore the surrounding area. The views of the Fjord are spectacular. A good warm-up followed by a beautiful descent back to the hotel for a sauna session. Dinner on site.
Meals included today: breakfast - picnic - dinner
Accommodation included today: guesthouse
Day 3, D4 & D5 - Boat crossings and ski touring to discover the Seiland Fjords
Every day spent on the island is a chance to discover another fjord, another summit and wonder at the beauty of the scenery. The views vary all the time depending on altitude and exposure. The contrasts of light and colour between sea, sky and snow-capped mountains are perfect for contemplation (between two ski runs!).
Every day, we have a great time during the short boat transfers from the private pier at our base camp to the various departure points for the ski touring routes. We make the most of these moments to soak up the beauty of the area and spot the slopes from the sea. After each hike, we enjoy a series of great ski descents in a unique atmosphere, from peaks approaching 1,000m to the shores of the Norwegian Sea.
At the end of the day, you can relax in the sauna and outdoor hot tub and, if you're lucky, catch a glimpse of the mythical Northern Lights (very common in this region in winter). In short, this trip is a real immersion in the magical atmosphere of Norwegian Lapland...
Meals included this day: breakfast - picnic - dinner
Accommodation included this day: guesthouse
Day 6 - Taking on the peaks of the island of Stjernoya
Today, after breakfast, we embark on a 20-minute boat trip to dock on the shores of the Arctic beaches of Stjernoya Island. This smaller neighbouring island offers great potential for ski touring, with its Rundhaugen (488m) and Rottenhallen (909m) peaks. After this double ascent, we begin a long descent to sea level where the boat awaits us for the return transfer. A pleasant sauna/hot-tub session followed by dinner. With a bit of luck, the Northern Lights will also be on show on this last evening on the island!
Meals included today: breakfast - picnic - dinner
Accommodation included this day: guesthouse
Day 7 - Transfer back to the mainland
We wake up early enough to enjoy one last ski tour of the Fjord after breakfast. No boat transfer today, so we set off on skis from the base camp. We're making the most of this last run, which rounds off an unforgettable experience in the Fjords of Norway's far north!
After check-out, it's off for the transfer back to the mainland (so we'll still have a chance to navigate today!). Back in Alta, we settled into the same hotel as when we arrived. Dinner and evening at your own choice.
Meals included today: breakfast - picnic
Accommodation included today: hotel
Day 8 - End of trip and return flight to Alta
Early morning departure for Alta airport. Dismissal and end of trip.
Please note this itinerary is an example of a ski touring trip with Azimut in Seiland, Norway. The guide may adjust certain itineraries and ski areas according to weather and snow conditions as well as participants' abilities. We kindly ask you to respect such decision. We may also change accommodation, with the same standards, depending on logistics and availabilities.
In case practices and customs defined by the local guide authorities change, estimating the reasonable number of clients per guide, for safety reasons, Azimut respects these, even last minute, decisions. Such cases are rare and mostly related to exceptional conditions in the mountains. Therefore some compensation may be requested from your side due to less participants per guide.
Meeting and leaving
Meeting points
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Alta airport - Norway (ALF)
Meeting time: in the afternoon
Leaving time: in the morning
Get together - Practical information
Access
Flights to buy: return to Alta (ALF) Norway
Due to price variations, this ski touring trip is sold without flights. It will be cheaper and easier for you to book your flights from the airport and on the dates of your choice via airline websites or booking platforms such as MisterFly, Opodo, Kayak, etc.
Please note: Only buy the flights for this trip once we have confirmed that your departure is guaranteed!
Please note: Very often, you have to collect your luggage from Oslo airport and check it in again. Try to have transit times of more than 2 hours.
Group size
4 to 6 participants
Guiding
Azimut French mountain guides
We work with a fine team of guides. We choose them mainly for their friendliness, pedagogy and organizational skills. We listen carefully to our guides, move forward with them and ensure that their working conditions and remuneration are the best they can be.
Getting around
Minibus on site.
Daypack
Bring a light day pack just to carry your personal belongings for the day, your picnic, a few snacks and security equipment. We strongly recommend that you wear an airbag.
How technical does it get ? How fit should I be ?
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Skill level
The slopes may have some short steep passages. You should be at ease with ski touring techniques and skiing on all types of snow. We may also ski on glacier terrain. You should master uphill kick turns without hesitation.
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Stamina level
Good physical condition, some short climbs on foot possible. Elevation gain between 800m and 1000m/per day. Depending on the climbs chosen, it is often possible to make a second outing during the day, allowing those who are tired to rest and those who are not to continue skiing.
Good to know: if you don't have the required level, the guide might ask you to leave the group for your own safety, that of the group or the weel being of the group as a whole. Don't hesitate to ask us if you have any doubts!
Pricing and insurance
Price
The price includes
- Supervision by an Azimut mountain guide from France and all expenses (accommodation, meals, travel, etc.)
- 2 nights' accommodation in a hotel with breakfast on the first and last nights of the trip
- 5 nights' accommodation in a guesthouse with half board (from D2 to D6)
- All picnic lunches on D2 and D7 included
- Transfers from Hotel Alta to Seiland Island (minibus + boat)
- Daily boat transfers from the base camp to the ski areas
- Loan of DVA shovel probe if you are not equipped
- Quality cereal bars
- AZIMUT welcome pack
The price does not include
- Return transport from your place of residence to the meeting point (air)
- Airport-hotel transfer in Alta on D1 and D8
- Personal expenses, snacks, drinks and extras
- Dinners on D1 and D7 and meals on D8 (excluding breakfast)
- Any ski hire and air travel costs
- Anything not included under the heading ‘price includes'.
Payment
A 30% deposit, as well as the insurance cost if you choose to subscribe the latter, is required to secure your booking. You will receive a reminder email 35 days prior to departure for the outstanding balance that is due latest 30 days prior to departure.
Insurance
We strongly recommend you to be properly insured for the chosen activity. You should be covered for medical expenses, personal accident & liabilité, third party risks and rescue (helicopter), as well as trip cancellation or curtailment.
Repatriation and research insurance are mandatory when booking a trip with Azimut. We have a full range of insurances on offer to suit the trip you select and the risks that it may incur.
Tipping
Tipping is no obligation. However usually participants hand round an envelope for those who wish to tip the guide.
Accommodation, meals and formalities
For this ski touring trip in Finnmark, you'll stay in a twin/double room hotel in Alta for the first and last nights of the trip.
For the 5 nights from D2 to D6, you'll stay at our base camp on Seiland Island, in the heart of a fjord. A warm welcome and comfortable, ski-in/ski-out facilities. Twin/double rooms (or single room, on request) in a private apartment with several shared bathrooms & WCs.
Depending on the composition of the group, you may be with someone of the opposite sex.
- Picnics included from D2 to D7.
- Snacks: Details are important, especially during the effort. We have chosen to provide tasty, high-quality cereal bars.
Cash and currency
The Norwegian currency is the Krone (Kr. The exchange rate is approximately 11.78 K to 1 euro as at 06.12.2024). It is possible to change money in Oslo or Alta, but only by international credit card, as we will be arriving in the late afternoon and the banks will be closed.
Passport
A valid identity card or passport is sufficient to enter Norway.
Take your European health insurance card with you (ask your CPAM).
Phone, WiFi and electricity
In the event of an emergency or delay, you can contact our guide, whose number will be given to you before departure, or Azimut on 04 92 23 07 24. Pass on these contacts to your family and friends before you leave.
Telephone: Little telephone network
Electricity: 220-volt sockets on board, the same as in France.
Equipment - clothing & gear
Make sure to wear bright colours, it's good for the soul and gives photos a funky edge !
Skiing material (all in excellent condition)
- Ski touring skis with appropriate bindings. We recommend freeride type skis (wider at waist) so you can fully enjoy powdery descents as well as descents in any kind of snow.
- Ski touring boots
- Ski skins and crampons
- Ski poles
- Harness
- Ice axe
- A 35 litre daypack
Security advice: avalanche airbag backpacks are highly recommended. They help to stay on the surface in case of avalanche and minimize the risk of burial. Azimut guides use them. These bags contain cartridges with compressed air - please contact the airline to check on air transport regulations as they may be classed as hazardous goods.
- Avalanche kit: transceiver, shovel and probe (please let us know if you have your own, if not we lend them for free)
- Padded ski bag for airline transportation
- Ski helmet highly recommended
If you don't have the adequate equipment for the trip, don't worry and travel light: we rent out the required gear and hand it over at the start of the trip ! Our equipment is relatively new, if not brand new, of good quality and adapted to your choice of activity.
Prices of rental equipment during the entire trip (these competitive prices only take into account the number of days of the trip, also includes excess bagage fare - your rental gear will be handed over on site):
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Pack ski: skis, skins, poles |
295 € |
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Crampons |
40 € |
| Harness | 45€ |
| Ice axe | 50€ |
You can choose to rent equipment when booking your trip, or lateron by clicking on “my account”. If any of the equipment that you've chosen is out of stock you'll be notified and reimbursed.
Due to security restrictions on air transportation, we do not rent out airbags for overseas trips.
In case your skis and gear arrive late or are lost during transportation, we are not to be held responsible and do not apply a discount on rental gear nor pay for the cost of rental gear until your own gear arrives.
Clothes
This list of clothes is designed to give you an idea of clothes that it may be a good to have with you. No need to have the latest brands nor the latest gear, but if you need to refresh of refill your wardrobe, this guide would be a good start.
Headwear
- Warm hat or buff/scarf
- 2 pairs of ski goggles and sunglasses with UV factory 4 protective lenses. Photochromic glasses adapt to light intensity, and have filter index up to category 4, they are very useful
- Ski helmet (highly recommended)
Bodywear
- Under layer: breathable long sleeved tops to maintain heat. A tip: merino wool is breathable and has anti-bacterial properties and is therefore less likely to smell as opposed to synthetic fabrics. Take this into consideration if you need to update your wardrobe.
- Middle layer: a light polar or synthetic jacket for an extra layer of heat during breaks
- Outer layer: a Gore-tex or similar type of jacket with a breathable waterproof membrane. Make sure it's lightweight and compact so it doesn't take up too much space in your backpack
- Bottom layer: trousers with a breathable waterproof membrane (Gore Tex or similar) with long side zips allowing air to flow, recommended on climbs
- Hands: light fleece or soft shell gloves, a pair of silk glove liners to go underneath, warm gloves with a breathable and waterproof membrane. Mittens are always a good idea for really cold days of for those of you who feel the cold !
- Swimming gear: it takes up such little space, it would be a shame not to bring it just in case. Avoid swimming shorts or bermudas, they are not usually allowed.
Footwear
- Ski socks: merino wool socks are breathable and have anti-bacterial properties and are less likely to smell as opposed to those made of synthetic fabrics. Think about them if you need to stock up.
- Slippers / Crocs recommended for evening wear.
Odds and ends
- 1 litre flask (Thermos or Camelback)
- Pocket knife
- Duck tape
- Sun cream, UV factor 50
- Duffle type bag holding up to 110 litres to leave at the hotel or in the vehicle. No suitcases.
Toiletries and first aid kit
- personal toilet bag
- To make your a first aid kit, please find all information on Ifremont's website.
Geography
Seiland (stands for Whale Island in Norwegian) is an island in Finnmark county (the country's least populated), at the northernmost tip of Norwegian Lapland. Seiland National Park covers more than half of the island's surface area.
Formalities -
Miscellaneous information Passport A valid identity card or passport is all you need to enter Norway. Take your European health insurance card with you (ask your local CPAM). Currency exchange The Norwegian currency is the krone (the exchange rate is approximately 10.33 NOK to 1 euro). Exchange facilities are available in Oslo and at the Bodø post office.
In partnership with
Our guides use the following brands for their gear and you'll have the opportunity to test them during the trip:
And last but not least...
Don't forget to
- Leave contact details with your friends and family
- Bring your papers and I.D. (passport and visa if necessary)
- Bring your contract number and documents related to your insurance (if you've chosen not to have insure coverage with us)
- Bring your “carte vitale” and your European health card (EU member states) - if you don't have one you can order one for free online www.ameli.fr
- Check that you have the right equipment
- Take spare batteries and a charger for your electronic devices (camera, video recorder, tracking devices etc)
- Bring some cash and your credit card
- Leave in a good frame of mind: we're going to have a great time even if we may not happen to not make it to the summit !
- Before leaving: water the plants, empty the rubbish bin, turn off the water and gas, and tell your partner that you're going to have a good time (not by text message), that you well deserved... If you don't follow the latter recommendation, you'll most probably kick yourself when you get back !
See you on the slopes ! Have great runs with AZIMUT !