Summer Hiking

During the summer, the snow all but disappears leaving behind an island of green meadows, meandering rivers, roaring waterfalls and turquoise lakes, perfect for great days out and exploring.

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During the summer, the snow all but disappears leaving behind an island of green meadows, meandering rivers, roaring waterfalls and turquoise lakes, perfect for great days out and exploring.

Experience nature at its wildest, plus the spectacular vistas, solitude and tranquility that is unique to this very special island of Uløya.

We can also offer you boat tours to the fjords and the other islands and islets in the area.

Choose our Summer Hiking Week available in August and September – NOK 22 000 with guiding and food.

The offer includes:

  1. 7 nights accommodation in 4- or 8-prs apartments with 2-bed sleeping rooms. See apartments.
  2. 6 guided hiking trips (in the option with guiding)
  3. Local transport by van/boat
  4. Boat fjord trips to neighbouring islands
  5. Other activities (seafishing and other)
  6. In the option with FULL BOARD – breakfast, take-away lunch, thermos flask, 2-course dinner, snacks and fruits
  7. On request – massages (extra fee)
  8. CHECK-IN 16:00. CHECK-OUT 10:00

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Typical day-by day itinerary

  • DAY 1 – arrival in the evening, dinner
  • DAY 2 – a hike to Arontinden (563m) with a fantastic view over the little islands and the exit of Lyngen Fjord to the open ocean.
    • Highlights – spectacular views in all directions
    • Wildlife – chance to meet moose, reindeer, birds, eagles
    • Duration – 4-6 hrs
  • DAY 3 – a day-long hike to Saeteraksla (1000m) with stunning views over 1000 m drop down to Rotsund Straight and a unique glacial cirque of Isvannet mountain lake.
    • Highlights – wild mountain environment, spectacular views over the lake and fjord
    • Wildlife – chance to meet moose, reindeer, birds, eagles
    • Duration – 6-9 hrs
  • DAY 4 – Boating day
    • fjord trip
    • bird watching
    • seafishing
  • DAY 5 – a trip to Reisa national Park – a hike around Unna or optionally a boat trip along Reisa river to the Mollisfossen waterfalls (extra cost NOK 1000).
    • Highlights – a nature reservation area with lavish nature and great mountains. A boat trip to one of Europe’s largest waterfalls (269 m). A chance to walk behind the falling water.
    • Wildlife – all kinds of small birds, eagles, moose and reindeer.
    • Duration – 3-4 hrs, 8 hrs from/to the lodge
  • DAY 6 – Uløya’s „ Côte d’Azur”
    • Highlights – very picturesque walk, with many rock towers and rocky beaches
    • Wildlife – chance to meet reindeer, birds
    • Duration – 3-4 hrs, but may be extended to 6-8 hrs
  • DAY 7 – a trip to the beautiful  Valhalla Valley on the Kågen Island (450m)
    • Highlights – great nature, high mountain lake and a monumental rock wall
    • Wildlife – chance to meet reindeer, birds
    • Duration – 3-4 hrs, 5-6 hrs from the lodge
  • DAY 8 – departure in the morning

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