Ski mountaineering and Randonée
Majestic white peaks
The mountains surrounding Nuvsvåg and the Nuvsfjord constitute the steepest and most alpine part of the Finnmark Alps. The area is packed with untouched mountains and world class skiing for you to discover. Your skill level is not important, you’ll find terrain suitable for beginners as well as for experienced skiers.
In addition to mountains rising straight up from the ocean, the glacier in the bottom of the fjord offer great skiing and powder fun. At Arctic Nuvsvåg we have skiable terrain not far from our cabins, just strap your bindings and go. If you have in mind a specific destination further away, you might choose «ski by car» or use one of our boats as transport. What ever you prefer – your next skiing experience is waiting for you!
Feel free to speak with the staff at Arctic Nuvsvåg before you go skiing in the mountains. We know the area and how wind directions affect skiing conditions. We are more than happy to give advice to make your trip as safe as possible.
Get the latest avalanche warnings here
USEFUL TO KNOW
The combination of challenging terrains and cold temperatures is a good recipe for awesome skiing. However, it is important to be aware of the potential challenges a change in conditions may entail. You should always check the latest avalanche warning before heading out, learn the “fjellvettreglene” (rules of thumb when out in the wild), gather information about your destination, and always plan your trip based on weather forecast and the conditions you may face. Before heading out, get familiar with your avalanche beacon and other safety equipment – and make sure it works properly.
We do not have rental equipment at Arctic Nuvsvåg. However, we can provide contact information to companies with equipment for rent in Alta. Please ask us for assistance if needed.
When returning from a day out skiing you can place your equipment and clothing in one of our drying rooms.
Clothing:
Wool underwear; shirt, socks, long-John’s, (boxer shorts, bra)
Thicker wool as mid layer
Windproof jacket and pants
Hat, scarf/neck piece, gloves or mittens with wool insulation
Equipment:
Mountain- or randonée skis, skins, proper boots and poles / snowboard, boots, snow shoes and poles / splitboard and poles
Avalanche beacon (always be wearing)
Helmet and goggles
Backpack (at least 40 ltr) equipped with folding shovel and probe, food and water, bars for energy boost
Extra clothes (in waterproof packaging): woolen shirt, mittens/gloves, alpine socks, down or woolen garments for keeping warm
Seating pad
First aid kit including sports tape
Multitool, wire and duct-tape
Mobile phone
Map and compass (or GPS device)
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Head lamp – it gets dark quite early during winter
The group should bring:
Sleeping pads
Wind backpack
Sleeping bag
We can provide transport to the starting point of your trip, either by car or by boat
