--- title: "Articles — Arctic Sailing Stories & Itineraries" description: "Read guides on Svalbard wildlife, Northern Lights, ski touring, Lofoten itineraries, and more. Expert tips for planning your Arctic sailing adventure." lang: en json-ld: | { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://boreal-yachting.com/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Articles", "item": "https://boreal-yachting.com/articles" } ] } --- [![Boreal Yachting](/assets/BY_logo_red-CAzQ69pC.png)](/) Yacht Charter Private Expeditions Arctic Guides [Our Yachts](/our-yachts) [Articles](/articles) Contact Us [Book Now](/contact) Stories & Inspiration # Arctic Adventures Await Discover what makes Northern Norway one of the world's most extraordinary sailing destinations — through the experiences we know best. [ ![Svalbard Sailing: Glaciers & Polar Bears Expedition](/assets/article-svalbard-expedition-C_BKpLBz.jpg) Summer ## Svalbard Sailing: Glaciers & Polar Bears Expedition Few places on Earth match Svalbard's raw, untouched beauty. Aboard one of our expedition yachts, you'll navigate between towering glaciers, spot walruses on rocky shores, and anchor in fjords where the midnight sun never sets. ](/articles/svalbard-expedition) [ ![Northern Lights Sailing: A Photo Safari Under the Aurora](/assets/whalesafari-aurora-Cwkl25hP.jpg) Winter Fall Expeditions ### Northern Lights Sailing: A Photo Safari Under the Aurora Imagine drifting beneath the aurora borealis while the night sky explodes in green, pink and violet. Our Northern Light Sailing trips from Tromsø are intimate photo safaris guided by experienced local crews. Read more ](/articles/northern-lights-sailing)[ ![Ski & Sail: 24 Summits Reachable Only by Sea](/assets/expedition-skiandsail-hero-o1sm2XSf.jpg) Winter Spring Expeditions ### Ski & Sail: 24 Summits Reachable Only by Sea The Lyngen Alps rise steeply from the fjords, their snow-covered peaks accessible only by boat. Our Ski & Sail expeditions combine world-class backcountry skiing with yacht-based travel. Read more ](/articles/ski-and-sail)[ ![Freediving with Whales: An Arctic Norway Guide](/assets/freediving-orca-N_L0yc21.jpg) Fall Winter Expeditions ### Freediving with Whales: An Arctic Norway Guide Every autumn, enormous pods of orca and humpback whales follow the herring into the fjords of Northern Norway. Our freediving expeditions bring you into their world. Read more ](/articles/freediving-whales)[ ![Hiking the Lyngen Alps: A Walk in Arctic Paradise](/assets/expedition-sailtrekking-hero-CsMqyuWx.jpg) Summer Fall Spring Expeditions ### Hiking the Lyngen Alps: A Walk in Arctic Paradise Prominent mountains, massive glaciers and mesmerising landscapes make the Lyngen Alps one of the world's finest hiking destinations. Read more ](/articles/hiking-lyngen-alps)[ ![10 Days from Tromsø to Lofoten: The Ultimate Coastal Voyage](/assets/article-tromso-lofoten-BnHpC101.jpg) Summer Itineraries ### 10 Days from Tromsø to Lofoten: The Ultimate Coastal Voyage This ten-day sailing itinerary takes you from Tromsø southward through some of Norway's most dramatic scenery. Read more ](/articles/tromso-to-lofoten)[ ![One Week Sailing and Trekking in Lofoten](/assets/article-trekking-lofoten-B5oz70pp.jpg) Summer Itineraries ### One Week Sailing and Trekking in Lofoten Lofoten is the ultimate sail-and-trek destination. Some of the oldest mountains on the globe offer extraordinary geology and dramatic peaks rising straight from the sea. Read more ](/articles/sailing-trekking-lofoten)[ ![One Week Sailing and Trekking on Senja](/assets/sail-trekking-card-DFvgdHtO.jpg) Summer Itineraries ### One Week Sailing and Trekking on Senja Norway's second-largest island is the size of London but home to only 15,000 people. Senja's Ånderdalen National Park holds 500-year-old pine trees and more than 200 plant species. Read more ](/articles/sailing-trekking-senja)[ ![Two Weeks to Liefdefjorden: Deep into Svalbard](/assets/svalbard-glacier-IVGbvxgl.jpg) Summer Itineraries ### Two Weeks to Liefdefjorden: Deep into Svalbard An epic two-week sailing expedition from Longyearbyen to the remote Liefdefjorden and back. Read more ](/articles/liefdefjorden-svalbard)[ ![One Week from Tromsø: Senja, Lyngen and Beyond](/assets/hero-sailing-C-hVyAXw.jpg) Summer Itineraries ### One Week from Tromsø: Senja, Lyngen and Beyond Choose your own adventure from Tromsø: sail southwest to Senja's dramatic coastline, head north into the world-famous Lyngen Alps, or explore the wild islands of North Troms. Read more ](/articles/one-week-tromso)[ ![Plan Your Route: Sailing Suggestions for Northern Norway](/assets/article-tromso-lofoten-BnHpC101.jpg) All Year Itineraries ### Plan Your Route: Sailing Suggestions for Northern Norway Whether you're chartering for one week or two, we've gathered route suggestions, harbour information, and practical tips to help you plan the perfect Arctic sailing trip. Read more ](/articles/plan-your-route)[ ![One Week Sailing & Trekking: Tromsø & Lyngen Alps](/assets/article-tromso-lyngen-trekking-Cfkgk7og.jpg) Summer Itineraries ### One Week Sailing & Trekking: Tromsø & Lyngen Alps A seven-day yacht-based adventure from Tromsø into the Lyngen Alps — combining sheltered fjord sailing with daily summit hikes, glacier walks, and quiet anchorages at the foot of Northern Norway's most dramatic mountain range. Read more ](/articles/one-week-sailing-and-trekking-around-tromso-and-lyngen-alps)[ ![Aurora Borealis: The Magical Green Northern Light](/assets/whalesafari-aurora-Cwkl25hP.jpg) Winter Fall Nature ### Aurora Borealis: The Magical Green Northern Light Each appearance of the northern lights is unique — flickering curtains, rolling smoke, or a sudden corona explosion that makes you question reality. Read more ](/articles/aurora-borealis)[ ![The Spectacular Midnight Sun](/assets/article-midnight-sun-BX0t4YMQ.jpg) Summer Nature ### The Spectacular Midnight Sun From late May to late July, the sun never sets in Northern Norway. The midnight sun transforms the Arctic into a land of endless golden light. Read more ](/articles/midnight-sun)[ ![The Arctic Climate: What to Expect](/assets/article-arctic-climate-C4CIiH7z.jpg) All Year Nature ### The Arctic Climate: What to Expect The Arctic is warmer than you think. Thanks to the Gulf Stream, summer temperatures in Northern Norway can reach 20–30°C. Read more ](/articles/arctic-climate)[ ![Svalbard Wildlife: Polar Bears, Walruses and Arctic Birds](/assets/expedition-svalbard-hero-CFAKJaCc.jpg) Summer Nature ### Svalbard Wildlife: Polar Bears, Walruses and Arctic Birds Svalbard's wildlife is defined by few but extraordinary species. In summer, migratory seabirds fill the cliffs in their millions. Read more ](/articles/svalbard-wildlife)[ ![Cities of Svalbard: Longyearbyen, Ny-Ålesund, Barentsburg](/assets/svalbard-glacier-IVGbvxgl.jpg) Summer Nature ### Cities of Svalbard: Longyearbyen, Ny-Ålesund, Barentsburg Svalbard's settlements are among the most remote on Earth. Longyearbyen, with just over 2,000 residents, is the world's northernmost city. Read more ](/articles/cities-of-svalbard)[ ![Bike & Sail: Riders of the Sea](/assets/sail-mountainbike-card-BuuAOEx6.jpg) Summer Fall Activities ### Bike & Sail: Riders of the Sea Can the magic of ski-and-sail work for mountain biking? A group of adventurous riders set out to find trails on the remote islands of Northern Norway. Read more ](/articles/bike-and-sail)[ ![Bareboat Charter: Your Own Arctic Adventure](/assets/bareboat-charter-card-p8SSxPcD.jpg) Summer Fall Charter ### Bareboat Charter: Your Own Arctic Adventure For experienced sailors, our bareboat charter opens up the entire Northern Norwegian coastline. Read more ](/articles/bareboat-charter)[ ![Need to Know When Sailing in Northern Norway](/assets/article-navigation-northern-norway-_R-31JwP.jpg) Summer Spring Fall Winter Practical ### Need to Know When Sailing in Northern Norway Navigation in the coastal waters of Northern Norway can be demanding due to topography and variable weather. A practical guide to charts, tides, currents, wind and equipment for a safe and pleasant journey. Read more ](/articles/need-to-know-sailing-northern-norway) ![Boreal Yachting](/assets/BY_logo_red-CAzQ69pC.png) Experience the Arctic wilderness aboard our luxury sailyachts. Unforgettable expeditions in Northern Norway and Svalbard. 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