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, more than 200 plant species, and moose roaming freely. Combine coastal sailing with daily treks — from the sandy beaches of Ersfjordbotn to the dramatic peaks of Segla and Hesten. Norway in miniature.
Senja has been called 'Norway in miniature' because it contains every type of Norwegian landscape in one island: dramatic mountains, gentle farmland, deep fjords, sandy beaches, and dense forest. The outer coast is wild and rugged; the inner coast is sheltered and pastoral.
Day 1-2: Depart from Finnsnes and sail along Senja's inner coast to Hamn i Senja, a beautifully restored fishing village. Hike in the surrounding hills with views across the sound to the Lyngen Alps on the mainland.
Day 3-4: Round the northern tip of Senja and head south along the dramatic outer coast. Hike up Segla (639m), Senja's most iconic peak — a blade-like summit rising steeply from the sea. The ascent is challenging but the views are world-class.
Day 5-6: Explore the Mefjord area and hike up Hesten (556m), the neighbouring peak to Segla. Visit Ånderdalen National Park, Northern Norway's oldest national park, where ancient Scots pine forests harbour a rich ecosystem of birds, plants, and mammals.
Day 7: Sail back to Finnsnes through the beautiful Gisundet, stopping at small fishing villages and beaches along the way. A week of contrasts: wild outer coast, gentle inner fjords, and mountains that rival anything in Lofoten.