Motor yacht · Damen · 2020
LA DATCHA
77m / 253ft- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 6
- Crew
- 18
From$750,000 per week
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Arctic Wilderness & Midnight Sun
A week-long Arctic expedition from Tromsø to the Lofoten Islands, dramatic peaks, fishing villages, whale encounters, and the midnight sun.
Overview
A week-long Arctic expedition from Tromsø to the Lofoten Islands, dramatic peaks, fishing villages, whale encounters, and the midnight sun. It runs 7 days from Tromsø.
Northern Norway's Lofoten Islands are among the most visually stunning places on Earth, jagged granite peaks erupting from Arctic waters, traditional red fishing cabins (rorbuer), and wildlife encounters that include orcas, humpback whales, and sea eagles.
This 7-day expedition departs from Tromsø, the 'Gateway to the Arctic', and winds through the Vesterålen archipelago to the iconic Lofoten wall, a 160km chain of dramatic islands connected by bridges and surrounded by some of the world's richest fishing grounds.
Fully customisable. Extend to Svalbard (requires ice-class yacht), add whale-watching detours, or combine with a southbound cruise to the western fjords.
| Day | Route | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Tromsø | Arctic Cathedral, Polar Museum, Midnight sun departure, Mack Brewery |
| Day 2 | Vesterålen, Andøya | Whale watching, Sperm whale encounters, Andøya Space Center, Deep-sea fishing |
| Day 3 | Sortland, Hadselfjord | Sortland Blue Town, Hadselfjord cruise, Midnight sun SUP, Mountain panoramas |
| Day 4 | Svolvær, Lofoten Arrival | Svolvær arrival, Svolværgeita pinnacle, Stockfish tradition, Fjord fishing |
| Day 5 | Henningsvær, Trollfjord | Henningsvær village, Trollfjord expedition, Sea eagle spotting, 100m-wide narrows |
| Day 6 | Reine, Moskenes | Reine village, Reinebringen viewpoint, Rorbuer cabins, Sakrisøy fish burger |
| Day 7 | Å, Disembarkation | Å village, Fishing Village Museum, Arctic swimming, Farewell brunch |
Day by day
Every detail can be adjusted to your preferences, this is your private charter.
Day 1
Embark at Tromsø, the vibrant 'Paris of the North'. Visit the iconic Arctic Cathedral, the Polar Museum, and Mack Brewery, the world's northernmost brewery. Evening cruise into the Norwegian Sea with the midnight sun painting the sky.
Day 2
Cruise to the Vesterålen archipelago. Andøya offers world-class whale watching, sperm whales, humpbacks, and orcas frequent these deep waters year-round. Afternoon visit to the Andøya Space Center and its northern-lights observatory.
Day 3
Navigate the narrow strait to Sortland, the 'Blue Town' of Vesterålen. Cruise through Hadselfjord surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Anchor in a sheltered bay for paddleboarding beneath the midnight sun.
Day 4
Enter the Lofoten archipelago at Svolvær, its capital. Explore the town's art galleries and the iconic Svolværgeita ('Svolvær Goat') rock pinnacle. Visit a traditional stockfish drying rack, the industry that built Lofoten. Evening fjord fishing excursion.
Day 5
Visit Henningsvær, the 'Venice of Lofoten', a stunning fishing village on a cluster of tiny islands. Afternoon tender expedition into the narrow Trollfjord, barely 100m wide at its entrance with cliffs soaring 1,000m. Watch for sea eagles nesting on the cliff faces.
Day 6
Cruise to Reine, often called the most beautiful village in Norway. Crimson rorbuer cabins nestle beneath soaring peaks reflected in still waters. Hike to Reinebringen viewpoint (optional) for one of the world's most iconic panoramas. Evening at Sakrisøy for the famous fish burger.
Day 7
Visit Å, the tiny village at the very tip of the Lofoten chain, home to the Norwegian Fishing Village Museum and traditional bakeries. Final morning swim in Arctic waters (for the brave). Farewell brunch aboard. Disembarkation with transfer to Leknes or Bodø airport.
For what a week costs, see our superyacht charter cost guide.
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