A week of ridge hikes, sea kayaking and fishing villages from Svolvær to Reine, under the Arctic summer light.
This journey travels the length of the Lofoten archipelago, from Svolvær in the east to Reine and Hamnøy near its western tip. Days are built around hikes with big views, a morning on the water by sea kayak and time to enjoy the fishing villages at an easy pace.
With almost endless daylight in summer, there is no need to rush: walks can start late, and evenings are long enough for a second outing to the beaches at Haukland or Kvalvika.
Day by day
Day 1Arrival in Svolvær
Arrive in Svolvær, usually via Oslo or Bodø, and transfer to your harbour accommodation. An easy evening walk along the waterfront.
Day 2Henningsvær & Festvågtind
Drive to the fishing village of Henningsvær, built across small islands, and hike Festvågtind for views over the village and the sea.
Day 3West to Reine
Follow the E10 west across bridges and fjords, with stops at Gimsøy and the old fishing station of Nusfjord, before settling in Reine or Hamnøy.
Day 4Reinebringen
Climb the stone steps of Reinebringen for the classic view over Reine, then visit the village of Å at the end of the road.
Day 5Sea Kayaking in the Fjords
A guided half-day sea kayaking outing among the islets around Reine, with time afterwards to explore Hamnøy and Sakrisøy.
Day 6Kvalvika & Haukland
Hike over the pass from Fredvang to the secluded beach of Kvalvika, then end the day on the white sand of Haukland.
Day 7Departure
Transfer to Leknes or Svolvær airport for your onward flight.
Practical information
Good fitness is needed for hikes of 3–5 hours on steep, sometimes rocky or muddy paths; bring hiking boots, waterproofs and warm layers even in July. Norway is in the Schengen Area but not the EU, and the currency is the Norwegian krone; cards are accepted almost everywhere.