Skip to main content
Arctic trekking in Lofoten — hiker on ridge with fjord below
🥾 Guided & Self-Guided Routes

Arctic Trekking

Lofoten has peaks that rise 1,000 metres from sea level over 5 km. Svalbard has polar bears. Both require the right gear and — for Svalbard — a licensed guide. We connect you to both.

From NOK 2,400/person for guided day treks

Featured routes

Moderate2–3 hours448mMay–Oct

Reinebringen, Lofoten

The most photographed view in Norway. Metal steps cut into the ridge in 2022 make it safer than before. Go at midnight in June for the full midnight sun effect.

Moderate–Hard2 days600mJun–Sep

Munkebu Hut Trek, Lofoten

A classic Lofoten hut-to-hut route. The Munkebu hut sits on a ridge with 360° views over Solvågen and Vindstad — only accessible by foot or ferry.

Hard6–8 hours900mJul–Sep

Trollfjord trail, Lofoten

Technical scrambling into the narrowest fjord in Lofoten. Guide required. Norrøna Sport provides the hardshell layers that make this route viable in Norwegian weather.

Expedition5–10 daysVariableJul–Aug

Svalbard Wilderness Trek

Multi-day glacier and tundra trekking with polar bear watch. Mandatory armed guide. 57hours connects you to licensed Svalbard expedition outfitters.

Gear and guided bookings

Affiliate disclosure: NorgeTravel earns a commission on gear and guide bookings. Your price is unchanged.

Norrøna Sport

Via Commission Junction (CJ) · 10%

Norwegian brand built for Arctic conditions. Lofoten jacket line is purpose-made for this region.

Shop / Book

57hours

Via Lead-based affiliate · Lead fee

Books guided expeditions with vetted mountain guides. Specialises in remote and technical routes.

Shop / Book

Choose your destination

Lofoten for accessible drama. Svalbard for the true Arctic. Both are within reach.