Sail and Ski - Ski touring from sail boat in Norway

Along the spectacular coast of Northern Norway, dramatic mountains rise straight from the sea, creating some of the world's most breathtaking ski touring terrain. During the week, you'll live aboard a sailing yacht that serves as both your accommodation and your transport between fjords and mountains. A unique combination of sailing, ski touring and unforgettable descents all the way back to the sea!

Please note: Bookings are open until 9 September 2026.

Sail & ski is also available for private groups. We can tailor both the itinerary and the dates to suit your wishes. Contact us at info@mountainguide.se for more information. 

Weekly itinerary

We always strive to provide the best possible experience. Weather, wind and snow conditions may affect the itinerary and the daily schedule.

Saturday:

From the morning, you'll be welcomed on board by your skipper and mountain guide and have time to settle into the yacht before the week's adventure begins. The yacht is moored in Tromsø Harbour and is easily reached by taxi or the airport shuttle bus. Later in the day, you'll head out on your first ski tour.

Sunday–Thursday:

The following days are filled with sailing and spectacular ski touring. Depending on the weather, wind conditions and where the yacht spent the previous night, each day may look a little different. Some mornings begin with sailing and a leisurely breakfast on deck, while others start in a quiet harbour, allowing you to head straight into the mountains. You'll have the opportunity to climb peaks of up to 1,300 metres before skiing all the way back to sea level, where the yacht awaits.

Evenings are spent enjoying dinner together on board, surrounded by mountains and fjords. If you enjoy fishing, you can cast a line directly from the yacht or head out in the tender or on a SUP to explore the surroundings.

Friday:

Wake up around Tromsø, enjoy breakfast on board and check out at the harbour.

The Yacht

During the week you'll stay aboard a specially built Saxe 55 expedition sailing yacht, designed to handle the rugged and spectacular coastline of Northern Norway. The yacht has previously sailed in both Greenland and Svalbard and has even been featured in productions by BBC and National Geographic.

On board you'll find five comfortable cabins accommodating up to eight guests, two bathrooms, and a separate shower room that also serves as a drying room for clothes and equipment. The spacious wheelhouse provides a warm and comfortable place to relax while enjoying panoramic views of the fjords and mountains, whatever the weather.

The yacht is more than just your home for the week; it's the base for all your adventures. Between ski tours, you can relax on deck, fish directly from the yacht, or head out in the tender, kayaks or on a SUP to explore the surrounding fjords. The perfect blend of comfort and adventure! 

Included
• 5 days of guiding by an internationally certified mountain guide (UIAGM/IFMGA).

• 6 nights' accommodation aboard the yacht with skipper and captain (shared cabin).
• Breakfast, packed lunches for the ski touring days and dinners on board.
• Avalanche safety equipment (transceiver, shovel, probe, rope and harness).
• A 16-week training programme designed specifically for the trip by a certified personal trainer.
• Spectacular ski touring with breathtaking sea views.

Not included
• Travel to and from Tromsø.
• Personal ski touring equipment.

 Personal equipment
• Touring skis with alpine touring bindings / splitboard.
• Climbing skins.
• Ski crampons.
• Adjustable poles with large baskets.
• Touring boots.
• Ski backpack (approximately 35 litres).
• Ski clothing.
• Extra base layers.
• Extra insulating jacket or mid-layer (for example a lightweight down jacket).
• Extra gloves.
• Sunglasses and ski goggles.• Sunscreen.
• Swimwear.

Group size & private groups

The trip runs with a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 6 guests. Private groups are welcome, and we can tailor both the itinerary and dates to suit your preferences.