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Boreal Yachting is an Arctic sailing operator founded in Tromsø in 2003, with Svalbard operations since 2008. The company runs nine Arctic-prepared sailing vessels, sells whole-boat charters only, is a member of AECO, and is Eco-Lighthouse certified. This page collects the verifiable facts in one place.
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Who is Boreal Yachting?
| Legal name | Boreal Yachting AS |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2003 |
| Years operating in Northern Norway | 23 |
| Svalbard operations since | 2008 |
| Base | Tromsø, Norway (69.6°N) |
| Activity | Whole-boat Arctic sailing expeditions and charters |
| Description | Boreal Yachting operates whole-boat sailing expeditions and charters in Northern Norway and Svalbard, from a base in Tromsø at 69.6°N. |
What does the fleet consist of?
| Fleet size | Nine Arctic-prepared sailing vessels |
|---|---|
| Vessel type | Steel and aluminium expedition sailing yachts, heated and insulated |
| Sold as | Whole boat only — no individual berth or cabin sales |
| Typical group size | Six to twelve guests, depending on vessel |
| Crew | Skipper and, on most departures, a second crew member or guide |
Which certifications and memberships apply?
| Member | Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO) |
|---|---|
| Certified | Eco-Lighthouse (Miljøfyrtårn) |
| Svalbard authority | Operations reported to and permitted by Sysselmesteren på Svalbard |
Where does Boreal Yachting sail?
| Northern Norway | Tromsø, the Lyngen Alps, Senja, Vesterålen and Lofoten |
|---|---|
| Svalbard | Isfjorden, Prins Karls Forland, Krossfjorden and the north-west coast |
| Sailing time from Tromsø to Lyngen | Around six hours |
| Svalbard sailing area reached from | Longyearbyen (78.2°N) |
When is each season?
| Ski touring from the boat | Late February to early May |
|---|---|
| Northern lights sailing | Late September to late March |
| Midnight sun | Around 20 May to 22 July in Tromsø |
| Summer Svalbard expeditions | June to early September |
| Whale sailing in the Tromsø region | November to January |
How do you contact Boreal Yachting?
| post@boreal-yachting.com | |
| Telephone | +47 77 72 92 00 |
| Enquiries | https://boreal-yachting.com/plan-your-journey |
| Travel trade | https://boreal-yachting.com/partners |
| Response time | Two working days |
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