Passage Stats
Available (1 women berths)
Price: $6,500
Distance: 700 Nautical Miles
Total Days: 14
Start Port: Svolvær, Lofoten, Norway
End Port: Flåm, Norway
SYNOPSIS
The Ultimate Norway experience! Join ISBJØRN in the small town of Svolvær in Lofoten and sail south, across the Arctic Circle, and along one of the longest and most beautiful coastlines on the planet. We’ll have plenty of time to cover the 700 nautical mile rhumb line, but we could safely spend a decade cruising the same distance without running out of amazing things to see. The trip will likely be a mix of daysails between picturesque island harbors and longer, offshore hops when the wind is particularly favorable.
No better way to prepare yourself than to read Jon Amtrup’s book! Indeed, he will likely be the skipper on this passage. [Sail the Norwegian Coast by Jon Amtrup]
When we reach the latitude of our destination, we’ll still have quite the adventure ahead of us. The coastline splits apart to reveal the entrance to the longest fjord in the world, Sognefjord. We’ll sail all the way to the bottom of the Aurlandsfjord and to the port of Flåm, where we’ll say our goodbyes. But the adventure is not yet over! The only way out of Flåm is by train, up the mountain. It is the steepest, most amazing train ride you’ll ever experience, or August will give you your money back. It takes about an hour for Flåmsbana to connect to the Oslo-Bergen line, from where you can jump on a train to your city of choice.
Typical Weather Pattern
Wind conditions can vary, with coastal areas offering a mix of sheltered and more open water sailing. Wind might funnel and change quickly, particularly in fjord passages. Longer periods of light to no wind is possible. Expect a mix of weather, including rain.
As May bridges the gap between spring and summer, anticipate a temperature range of around 41-59ºF (5-20ºC), with gradual warming as we get further south. Daylight hours continue to lengthen, providing extended periods of natural light.
HOW TO JOIN
To register, click the 'Sign Up' button anywhere on the site. Complete and submit the form indicating ‘2025 ISBJØRN | Lofoten – Flåm’ as your preferred passage.
We’ll get back to you within 24-48 hours to confirm bunk availability, send you the long-form crew application & invoice you the 50% deposit to hold your spot. Balance will be due 60 days prior to the trip start date.
Payments are non-refundable. You'll be asked to agree to our terms & conditions on your application before submitting the deposit. Please read them carefully.
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Join the boat at 13:00 on the passage start date. Crew must depart the boat by 12:00 Noon on the passage end date.
Make sure you eat lunch before joining! We’ll get straight into bunk assignments & briefings once all crew have arrived.
Travel logistics & specific itinerary will be sent in the Passage Newsletter #2 emailed to all crew 2-4 months before passage departure.
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All 59º North passages are led by qualified RYA / MCA Yachtmaster Ocean-certified skippers & mates. All miles sailed onboard both boats will count towards your own license mileage requirements. We are happy to provide certificates to this effect for your RYA Day Skipper, Yachtmaster or other countries’ sea-time requirements.
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We now reserve two spots for women on all of our passages! You will not be ‘alone’ when you sail with 59º North. Learn more here.