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Winter kayak tour in Reine

Two kayakers on icy fjord with snowy peaks and sun breaking through the clouds.
Red kayak nears snowy village with red buildings under towering mountains.
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Join in on a guided kayak trip under the magic winter light on the Reinefjord in Lofoten.

  • On this trip, you paddle into the Reinefjord in the unique morning light in complete silence.
  • The light in wintertime in Lofoten is unbeatable, and the calm feeling you get when paddling on the stunning fjord on a cold winter day cannot be described, it has to be experienced!
Starting point
Reine
Duration
2 hr
Season
1 February - 20 October

Tour description

You meet up with your guide at Reine Rorbuer, which is located in the heart of Reine and therefore has direct access to one of the most beautiful fjords in the world, the iconic Reinefjorden. Before you start the tour, the guide will provide you with general safety briefing & demonstration.
After all necessary information and equipment have been provided, you are ready to go out on the water. You will paddle together with a professional kayak guide who follows a carefully constructed route that guarantees the very best views for all abilities.
Lofoten is surrounded by jaw-dropping mountains and panoramic views that will quite simply leave you speechless. There is absolutely no question that the best way to experience the magnificence of Reine is on a winter kayak tour.
Enjoy the winter kayak tour!

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Winter in Norway

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Winter in Norway is a completely different kind of experience. Under optimal conditions, the northern lights can fill the sky in a matter of seconds. A frosty fog sits on the fjords, the mountains carry two or three meters of snow by January, and waterfalls freeze into columns of blue-white ice along the cliff walls. In this guide, we'll cover what to expect, what to book in advance, and whether winter is the right season for you.

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Norway sees plenty of visitors from all over the world every year, and winter is a very popular time to visit Norway due to the snowy winter landscape and varied opportunities for snow and winter activities. On our Norway in a nutshell® tour, you can get everything that you need for a perfect winter getaway.

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6 essential items for visiting Norway in winter

As a Scandinavian country that is over 2,500 kilometres long, Norway possesses very different kinds of weather in all four of its seasons. While the summer weather is quite warm no matter where you go, the winter can vary widely depending on your location. Therefore, it is important that you bring these essential items when coming to Norway during winter!

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Winter activities in Norway

If you're looking for a winter escape from home, Norway might be just the ticket. Wintertime is the perfect time to take advantage of the fantastic natural landscape in Norway and explore one of the most beautiful countries in Europe. Not only does Norway offer excellent skiing conditions, but several existing winter activities are just waiting to be discovered!