Product Manual 2017/18

Product manual 2017/18

VESTERÅLEN sami culture Over 150 marked hiking trails

local food

adventures midnight sun

northern lights accommodation • activities • restaurants • packages DIRECT FLIGHTS FROM OSLO GARDERMOEN – NORWAY’S MAIN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT WELCOME TO VESTERÅLEN Winter is the new summer, and Vesterålen is an ideal place to observe the Northern Light. Located right within the Aurora oval, leading research into the phenomenon happens here. There are also varied winter activities on offer in Vesterålen.

At the same time, Vesterålen is also experiencing a growth in tourism during the summer season. Nature-based activities are much sought after with whale safaris being most popular. The Arctic Race of Norway came to Vesterålen in 2013 and was a great success. Cycle tourism in the region is growing exponentially, and Vesterålen has become an attractive cycle destination.

Early May to late August in Vesterålen is paradise for birdwatchers. Eagles can be seen all over the region throughout the year. Vesterålen consists of many islands that are ideal for boat- ing, kayaking and diving. Vesterålen is also famous for spectacular hikes, including Dronningruta (The Queen’s Route) between Stø and Nyksund and the trip to Møysalen, the highest mountain in the region.

For detailed information about culture, climate, shopping etc in Vesterålen, see: www.visitvesteralen.com

TRANSPORT: It is easy to travel to Vesterålen by air. SAS/Widerøe offer several flights daily from Bodø and Tromsø to the local airports at Andenes and Stokmarknes with connecting routes from cities including Oslo. The airport at Evenes is situated a couple of hours away and the Airport Express Bus makes it easy to travel in to the region. Norwe- gian and SAS offer cheap fares year-round. All the airports have several companies offering car hire. Check www.norwegian.no and www.wideroe.no

ROUTE INFORMATION Bus, Ferry & Express Boat: www.177nordland.no – +47 75 77 24 10

YOUR OWN CAR: E6 through Norway, via Riksgrensen E10 from Sweden. Ferries: www.177.no Traffic and road information: www.vegvesen.no/Trafikkinformasjon/Reiseinformasjon/Trafikkmeldinger

BY PLANE: Oslo/Bergen/Stavanger/Trondheim to Harstad-Narvik Evenes Airport: www.sas.no or www.norwegian.com Bus from Evenes to Sortland: www.flybussen.no/sortland/ Oslo – Andenes: www.norwegian.com Oslo – Bodø – Stokmarknes – Tromsø / Oslo – Bodø – Andenes – Tromsø: www.wideroe.no Bus from Sortland to Skagen: www.boreal.no

TRAIN: Oslo – Fauske: www.nsb.no, bus Fauske – Sortland: www.177nordland.no Train through Sweden to Narvik: www.sj.se Bus Narvik – Sortland: www.177nordland.no

COASTAL EXPRESS: Bergen – Kirkenes, calls at Stokmarknes, Sortland and Risøyhamn. www.hurtigruten.no

CONTACTS FOR TOUR OPERATORS AND MEDIA: Astrid Berthinussen, director of tourism: [email protected]

PUBLISHED BY: Visit Vesterålen - Kjøpmannsgt. 2 - 8400 Sortland, Norway (+47) 76 11 14 80 – [email protected] – www.visitvesteralen.com PRODUCTION • Project manager/layout: Astrid Berthinussen, Visit Vesterålen • Printing: K. Nordahls Trykkeri AS • Cover photos: Marten Bril, askr.no, Magnus Ström / www.nordnorge.com, Aurora Addicts, Bjørn Eide, Tore Olsen_nordnorge.com 2 DIRECT FLIGHTS FROM OSLO GARDERMOEN – NORWAY’S MAIN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CONTENTS

USEFUL INFO 1 Welcome to Vesterålen...... 2 Travel information...... 2 Contents...... 3 Car rental / Climate with recommended winter clothing...... 4 Detailed map of Vesterålen...... 5 ACCOMMODATION-PRODUCTS 2 Sortland Hotel...... 6 Husky Andøy...... 7 Vesterålen Apartment...... 8 Holmvik Brygge...... 9 Andøy Friluftssenter...... 10 Vesterålen Kysthotell...... 11 Myre Kysthotell...... 12 Skagakaia...... 13 Huset på Yttersiden...... 14 Melbu Hotell...... 15 Offersøy Feriesenter...... 16 Hotell Marena...... 17 Vesterålen Charter...... 18 Andrikken Hotell, Grønnbua Rorbu Hotel and Lankanholmen Sea Cabins...... 19

ACTIVITIES-PRODUCTS 3 Discover Vesterålen...... 20 Aquaculture in Vesterålen...... 21 Outdoor Event...... 22 Husky Andøy...... 23 Spaceship Aurora...... 24 Puffin Safari...... 28 Whalesafari Andenes...... 29 Adventure4Life...... 30 Inga Sámi Siida...... 31 Museum Nord...... 32 Hildreland...... 39 Offersøy Feriensenter...... 40 Sjøblomsten...... 41 Lødingen Skyssbåtservice...... 42 Aurora Addicts...... 43 Sea Safari Andenes...... 44 RESTAURANTS 4 Holmvik Stua...... 46 Vesterålen Kysthotell...... 47

PACKAGES 5 Hildreland...... 48 PUBLISHED BY: Visit Vesterålen - Kjøpmannsgt. 2 - 8400 Sortland, Norway Whalesafari Andenes...... 51 (+47) 76 11 14 80 – [email protected] – www.visitvesteralen.com Offersøy Feriesenter...... 52 PRODUCTION • Project manager/layout: Astrid Berthinussen, Visit Vesterålen • Printing: K. Nordahls Trykkeri AS • Cover photos: Marten Bril, askr.no, Magnus Ström / www.nordnorge.com, Aurora Addicts, Bjørn Eide, Tore Olsen_nordnorge.com www.visitvesteralen.com 3 1 Vesterålen Bil – Hertz Bilutleie Avis Bilutleie Sortland Address: Pb. 204/Vesterålsgt. 41, N-8400 Sortland Address: Havnegata 44, N-8400 Sortland Tel.: +47 99 72 00 93 / +47 76 11 07 17 Tel.: +47 76 11 37 10 - E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] www.avis.no/default.aspxhttp://www.avis.no/Bilutleie/ www.hertz.no Europa/Norge/Sortland/Sortland-City Car rental

CLIMATE: Typical for areas with a coastal climate, Vesterålen has relatively mild winters and moderately warm summers. In December and parts of January, the sun does not appear above the horizon in Vesterålen. The winter season is fascinating in many ways, and the North- ern Lights and unique bluish hues play magically on the snow-covered landscape. Conversely, the sun never dips below the horizon Climate during the period of 23 May – 23 July.

Recommended Outdoor Clothing, Summer: The weather in Vesterålen can change quickly. Even though good, warm weather is forecast, rainy and cold intervals may occur. Therefore you should bring along windproof and water-resistant jacket and trousers. A hat or headband is a good idea for boat trips or hiking in case the weather gets a bit brisk. Bring gloves, too. They are good to have in case of chilly weather. Sturdy hiking boots also help to ensure a comfortable trip.

Recommended Outdoor Clothing, Winter: Your inner layer of clothing should consist of textiles that absorb sweat and keep the skin dry. Avoid cotton against your skin. The next layer should insulate, like wool, fleece, or down, for instance. Your outer layer of clothing protects you against wind and rain. Wear windproof and water-resistant jackets and trousers. Avoid cotton trousers or jeans underneath. On your head: Fleece or woollen hats retain your body heat. On your hands: Mittens are best because your fingers “share a room”. Fleece or wool underneath, windproof mittens on top. On your feet: Wool or fleece worn directly against the skin retain warmth and absorb moisture. Waterproof mountain boots are a good investment.

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Prices: Tel: +47 xx • Single rooms NOK xx,- e-mail: xx • Twin bed rooms NOK xx,- address: xx, • Double rooms NOK xx,- 8xx, Norway • Mini suite NOK xx,- • Extra bed NOK xx,-

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Sortland Hotel – live in the heart of Lofoten & Vesterålen

Totally upgraded in 2016 / 17! We hope that we renovated January 2016. for season 2017/18 may wish you welcome to Sortland In 2017: 16 new large rooms in our new wing of the Hotel. – center of beautiful Vesterålen. We have two hotels in Our 66 rooms includes 4 suites, all have flatscreen TV town centre with a total of 103 rooms. Strand Hotell has and original paintings. Famous Norwegian author Lars 37 twin/double rooms and Sortland has 66 twin/double Saabye Christensen has his own library which has all of rooms. Dinner is served at Sortland Hotell. Distance be- his novels and translations. In 1911/1912 Knut Hamsun tween the hotels is only 300 meters! Sortland Hotell has (Nobel Price in Literature, 1920) stayed for months writing refreshed and refurnished all the rooms! his famous book «Look back on happiness». Cultural hotel in north – Sortland Hotell – is situated Sortland is a perfect location for trips in Lofoten and Vesterålen. in the centre of Vesterålen and Sortland. The hotel was

Net prices 2018 Cancellation policy: B/B single room: 950,- Max 2 free per group 1/21 2/42 Luggage IN/OUT Not available B/B double room: 1300,- Groups 4 weeks prior to arrival B/B triple room: 1650,- 50% charge: Single room HB: 1250,- 2-4 weeks prior to arrival Double room HB: 1800,- 100% charge: Triple room HB: 2300,- 0-14 days prior to arrival Contact us for Cancellation policy FIT’s Free of charge: net prices 2017 24 hours notice Any questions? – please Children: Under age 4 free of charge in parents bed don’t hesitate to contact us! Age 4-12: NOK 275 in extra bed HB supplement 50% Info: Web: www.sortlandhotell.no Hosts: Espen Jakobsen, Siv Marit Aronsen, Tel: +47 76 10 84 00 Capacity: e-mail: [email protected] Beds 150 persons address: Vesterålsgata 59, Restaurants 150 persons 8400 Sortland, Norway

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Guest house «Northern Lights» – we create memories in the nature of Arctic Norway

We welcome you in our newly renovated guest house The guest house has 5 bedrooms (2 double, 2 family, 1 «Northern Lights» (2015/16) surrounded by mountains and single), a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, living room sea in the beautiful island group of Vesterålen on Andøya. with fireplace, 2 bathrooms each with shower and a large The detached house is located 200 meters from the husky terrace overlooking the mountains and the sea. farm. From here you can enjoy excursions to the surrounding area like whale safari, reindeer farm, Andøy space Come and enjoy peace and relaxation from the beginning! center, fishing trips, hiking and cycling tours and last, but not least visiting the husky farm or take a ride with the huskies and much more. Luggage IN/OUT Not available

Net prices 2017 Fixed price up to 5 pers. (min. 2 nights) per night NOK 1710,- Each extra pers. per night (up to 13 pers.) NOK 270,- Final cleaning NOK 690,-

Info: Tel: +47 95 45 06 32 Hosts: Katrin Berg & Uwe Baumgärtel e-mail: [email protected] Capacity: 13 persons address: Nygård, 8484 Risøyhamn, Norway Web: www.husky-andoy.com

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Vesterålen Apartment – Top quality apartments at Jørnfjorden - close to nature

Welcome to Vesterålen Apartment, scenically located square meters) offers facilities for 4 persons. An addition- right by the Jørnfjorden. We are open in the winter season al community house provides opportunities for meetings only from October 1st to April 15th. Due to the fact that and functions. Building work was concluded in 2012. At we are fully booked in the summer seasons for 3 years the moment we are also building a new apartment for 6 starting this summer 2017. persons – due to be ready this spring. We offer highly quality apartments furnished in modern The region offers activities such as fishing, whale safari, Nordic style. Our main building contains three separate northern light ( arctic light), hiking and sightseeing with apartments (approx. 60 square meters each). Each local guide. apartment also has an overhead sleeping alcove. Each For further information - see our homepage, apartment includes a fully equipped kitchen, lounge, and www.vesteralenapartment.com sleeping facilities for 6 persons. A separate boathouse (40

Capacity: Prices (Gross) 2017/18 3 large apartments (60 square meters) up to 6 persons in each Winter (1.10 – 15.4 2018) 1 boathouse (40 square meters) up to 4 pers Large Apartment NOK 2200 per night Kitchen with dishwasher, full set of cups, glasses, dishes and cut- Boathouse NOK 1900 per night lery. Flat screen TV and wi fi. All apartments are non-smoking. A common house with a fully equipped kitchen, 3 shower/toilets and All our prices also includes linen, towels and seating for 20 people – provides opportunities for board meetings final cleaning. and other functions. North Norwegian design. Built in 2012. Minimum stay 3 nights.

Info: E-mail: [email protected] Host: Svein R Bruun Address: Klaksjord, Web: www.vesteralenapartment.com 8469 Bø in Vesterålen, Norway Tel: +47 950 08 999

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Holmvik Brygge – step into history

Holmvik Brygge in the harbor of Nyksund is a living muse- Holmvik Brygge is an attractive place to visit, also outside um, where our guests can experience how fishermen were the main season. In autumn it invites you to hiking tours, living about 100 years ago. In addition to their room, our picking berries and mushrooms; in winter you can see the guests can also use some common rooms and our cozy northern lights and a sky with an endless number of stars. kitchen. Here they can meet other guests in a familiar at- In springtime our guests are enthusiastic to go ice fishing, mosphere and have a good time. watching animals and do hiking trips in the snow.

Beside the main house we also offer 3 studio apartments Discover Vesterålen As is also a part of our company where our guests have their own bathroom and kitchen.

Capacity: Prices: (Gross prices) Opening hours: Room without separate toilet Guest house: 9 double rooms / twin Guest house: all year round Singel room : Nok 750,- rooms with shared bathroom, kitchen Restaurant: 1.6-31.8 open daily 11.00 and 2 living rooms (All rooms can also be Double room: Nok 910,- a.m. until last table order 1.9 – 31.5: on request for groups bigger booked as single room) Room with separate toilet than 8 persons. 3 studio apartments with own kitchen Singel room : Nok 810,- and bathroom and a double bed Double room: Nok 990,- Individual programs after request Restaurant (member of Arctic Menu) 35 Studioapartment 1-2 personen : chairs are standard, 49 guests is possible Nok 1150,- + 25 chairs outside Breakfast: 125,- lunsh and dinner in our restaurant after request

Info: Tel: +47 76 13 47 96/ +47 958 63 866 Host: Ssemjon Gelitz e-mail: [email protected] Capacity: Max. 24 persons address: Nyksund - PB 338, Web: www.nyksund.com 8439 Myre, Norway www.discover-vesteraalen.com

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Andøy Friluftssenter is beautiful situated in the wilderness, be- The family cabin is 45m2 in size, and equipped for up to eight tween a fjord and mountains with marshes, forests and slopes full people, with sleeping accommodation in two bedrooms, a loft room, of animals and bird life. Our gallery restaurant seats 50 persons a double sofa bed. Fully equipped kitchen with dining area, cook- and is located in our main building, beside our Northern Light sa- er with oven, and fridge/freezer. Bathroom with toilet, washbasin lon. We were awarded «Nordlands most innovative restaurant» in and a shower. (Also suitable for wheelchair users). «Aurora Guest 2006 and accepted as a «Norwegian Foodprint» restaurant in June House» is 140 m2 and well equipped to accommodate up to 12 per- 2011. Panoramic apartment «Midnattsol» is 45m2 in size, is fully sons in five bedrooms. There are two rooms with double beds and equipped for three people - accommodation in one bedroom, and three rooms with double bunk beds. Fully equipped kitchen with in the living room. Fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, cook- cooker, oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher. Three er with oven, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher. Bathroom bathrooms furnished with shower, toilet and washbasin - one en- with toilet, washbasin, shower, washing machine, and a tumble dry- suite bathroom, while another bathroom is suitable for wheel chair er. (Also suitable for wheelchair users). users, and one with washing machine and a tumble dryer.

Capacity in apartment: 1 apartment (45 m2) 2(3) pax. Capacity in Guest House: 1 Guest house • 1 Double room with en-suite bathroom for 2 pax (140 m2) houses 10 (12) pax: • 1 extra pax (1 extra bed in living room) • 1 Double room with en-suite bathroom 2 pax • 2 Double rooms (Triple room) with sharing of bathroom 2 (3) pax Capacity in Family Cabin: 3 family cabins (45 m2) houses • 2 Single/bunk bedrooms with chairing of bathroom 2 pax 4(8) pax in each cabin. Each family cabin offer: • 1 Double room/twin beds with sharing of bathroom 2 pax • 1 Double/bunk bedrooms with sharing of bathroom 2 pax • 1 Sofa bed in living rooms with sharing of bathroom 2 pax • 2 extra pax (1 extra bed and 1 loft)

For net price; Winter 2017/2018 (period 13.10. – 15.12.2017 / 10.01. – 31.03.2018) Please contact: [email protected]

Info: Tel: +47 76 14 88 04 / Host: Nigel Turrell e-mail: [email protected] Capacity: 24 (30 exstra pax) persons address: Buksnesfjord, 8484 Risøyhamn, Web: www.andoy-friluftssenter.no Norway

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Vesterålen Kysthotell – Stokmarknes

We offer accommodation in hotel rooms, suites, Fisher- houses have 3 bed rooms with minimum 2 beds, 2 bath men`s cabins and Nordland houses. Our two Restaurants rooms with shower, living room with kitchen and a terrace. Bølgen and Isqueen offer local food in maritime surroud- ings. We are happy to help you arrange special evenings All cabins have TV and free internet. In connection with for your group. our hotel we also have a camping site with several power outlets with free TV and internet. We also have a small All our hotel rooms have parquet flooring, two comfortable marina with room for several boats. We have scenic sur- beds, desk, flat screen TV and a bathroom with shower. roundings in an area suitable for mountain hiking, biking, Our Fishermen`s cabins are all newly renovated and are fishing and kayaking among other activities. Here you can situated by the seaside. They all have 3 bed rooms with experience bright evenings with midnight sun in the sum- two comfortable beds in each room, 2 bath rooms with mer and beautiful Northern light in the winter. Vesterålen shower, living room with kitchen and a terrace. All cabins Kysthotell cooperate with local suppliers for a variety of have flat screen TV and free internet. The Nordland activities in the Lofoten and Vesterålen area.

Capacity Prices: Groups (NET) Other facilities: Winter 2018 – 0101-20.05.05, • Sauna Double rooms 25 1.10-31.12 / Summer 2018 • Solarium Nordland houses 6 Single room BB hotel from • Hot tubs by the sea Fishermen`s cabins 12 NOK 850,- /NOK 950 • Lavvo Beds 180 Double room BB hotel pp Restaurant Isqueen – 70 • Free parking from NOK 550,- /NOK 795,- Restaurant Bølgen – 150 • Fully equiped service Prices Rorbu, half-board, full-board and building at our camp site Conference rooms 350 lunch on request. Camp Site- 37 - with w/power, free internet and free TV. Contact us for more prices

Info: address: Postboks 64, 8455 Stokmarknes, Location: Distance by car to Stokmarknes Host: Roar Wedding / Roy Odd Schøyen city centre (Hurtigruten) 1 min , Stokmarknes Tel: +47 997 44 674 / 76 15 29 99 Airport 6 min, Svolvær/Lofoten incl. Ferry 1 h 40 e-mail: [email protected] min, Harstad/Narvik Evenes Airport 2 h 10 min, [email protected] Andenes 2 h, Sortland 25 min. Web: vesteralenkysthotell.no/nb-no/

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Myre Kysthotell – in the heart of Øksnes

In the heart of Øksnes municipality you will find Myre Kysthotell. In summer the hotel is full of leisure travelers excited to experience the region and all it has to offer. Our hotel staff are knowl- The hotel has existed for many years and hosts both business edgeable about local / regional activities and do their utmost to and leisure travelers. In the winter season Vesterålen and Myre make sure the hotel stay matches expectations. focuses on the Skrei fishery season, and the bustling activity in the harbor. When the thermometer slowly creeps down towards freezing, the pulse of the area rises with expectations of another fairytale winter fishing season.

Capacity 16 dbl rooms 7 single rooms 6 dbl rooms with extra bed

Info: Web: myrekysthotell.no/ Hosts: Tove Hansen Mob: +47 90 10 88 83 Tel: +47 76 11 99 20 Capacity: e-mail: [email protected] Beds 49 persons address: Storgata 52 a, 8430 Myre

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Skagakaia – A place to stay more days…

Farthest out at the south west edge of Vesterålen, Skaga- ipe book or more modern, culinary adventures. At Skaga- kaia offers a pleasant base for small groups and individual kaia you are surrounded by easily accessible mountains, guests. Here guest rooms are right at the harbour quay, ocean and islands. Our traditional wooden boats are free with rippling waves beneath time-honoured floorboards to use for individual guests and we have bicycles for rent. and a hundred years of history in the walls. The 7 unique The near by mountains offer excellent trails and there are guest rooms are carefully renovated with new bathrooms open hiker’s cottages up in the hills. The village, just up the and a sense of quality of today. Outdoors there are com- road, offers galleries, few shops and museum. All in walk- fortable seating groups and a grand view overlooking the ing distance. We are happy to arrange guided tours, such Lofoten mountains. At our Old Post Restaurant we every as mountain hikes, visit to lighthouse island, cultural walks, day put our hearts into giving our guests memorable meals boat trips, fishing trips with local fisherman etc. with a taste of Vesterålen: traditional from Grandma’s rec-

Capacity: Gross Prices 2017/18 Double/twin rooms, private bathrooms: Per room/night 2 rooms (2 beds in each room) Double/twin rooms, private bathrooms: NOK 1120 Twin rooms, shared bathroom: 2 rooms (2 beds in each room) Twin rooms, shared bathroom: NOK 880 Small twin rooms, shared bathroom: 2 rooms Small twin rooms, shared bathroom: NOK 825 (2 beds in each room) Small single room, shared bathroom: NOK 560 Small single room, shared bathroom: 1 room (1 bed) Breakfast: NOK 125 per person A la carte restaurant

All room prices include bed linen, towels and end cleaning. VAT included. Free wifi. Free use of row boats. Guest kitchen available.

Info: e-mail: [email protected] Host: Lone Lamark address: Skagenveien 55, Web: www.skagakaia.no 8470 Bø in Vesterålen, Norway Tel: +47 920 63 875

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Huset på Yttersiden – Nordic idyll and powerful experiences

The sheltered surroundings of the archipelagic landscape get tips on nature photography, try your luck at fishing or on the edge of the Vesterålen Islands, featuring numerous feed the sea eagles – goose bumps guaranteed! Ten mo- small isles, beautiful mountains and spectacular views, torboats for 2-6 people can be hired for fishing, diving or make the «The house on the edge» at Ringstad the peace- bird-watching. ful paradise you have been dreaming about. Live the good life and sleep deeply in stylish holiday apartments, fish- Your welcoming hosts speak fluent English and German. ermen’s cabins or our little white Nordland-style cottage An extensive range of inspiring activities like kayaking, all year round. The hosts, Ana Karina and Ian, are the hiking, fishing, photography, bird and wildlife safaris com- creative, determined, down-to-earth and accommodating pletes your stay and makes the holiday unforgettable. hosts that you long to visit. Depending on your interests, they will take you on exciting adventures that will make The restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner cooked your stay even more memorable. Learn to paddle a kayak, with the freshest and finest local products.

Winter special: Sep – Dec Per person accommodation with 2 persons in a holiday apartment incl. bed lining & end cleaning NOK 490,- person/night. Further persons in the same apartment/house pays NOK 150,- person/night Prices Low (1.9.-20.12.)/Winter & High Season (21.12 – 30.08)

• Holiday apartment (4beds / 2 rooms): • Half board: 425 NOK day/person 990/1390 NOK per night • Full board: 525 NOK day/person • Holiday house “Bjørn” (7 beds / 3 rooms): • Motor boat hire: 800 - 1.700 NOK/day 1250/1590 NOK per night • Kayak hire: 480 NOK/day (dry suit 200 NOK/day) • Rorbu “Butikken” (10 beds / 4 rooms): • Bicycle hire: 250 NOK/day 1450/1790 NOK per night • Snow shoe: 150 NOK/day • Bed lining and towels: 160 NOK/stay • Warm suit: 95 NOK/day • Breakfast: 125 NOK day/person • Fishing rod: 150 NOK/day

Booking and contact: www.facebook.com/Ringstadsjohus Huset på Yttersiden, Ringstad, Ann Karina Jakobsen 8475 Straumsjøen Tel. +47 906 40 591 / Ringstad: www.yttersiden.no [email protected] Photographer Ian Robins: 15 % commission for tour operators is included in the price.

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Melbu Hotell – - in the middle of Lofoten and Vesterålen

Melbu Hotell is situated in the centre of Lofoten and Vest- tours. The hotel has bicycles for rent. erålen, and is the perfect place to stay if you are to experi- The village Melbu has 2.250 inhabitants. The hotel is located ence both of these beautiful archipelagos. in the center of the village, 50 meters from the ferry termi- 38 of 58 rooms are renovated and refurnish in 2015, 2016 nal, where you find the ferry between the Vesterålen to the and 2017. Most of them have Northern Lights as a theme. Lofoten islands. At Melbu you find the Vesterålen Museum Our restaurant is focused towards traditional food, and a and the Norwegian Fishing Industry Museum included the good meal of fish is of course available. There is a gym in concert hall, the Royal Neptune Hall. The resonance in this the hotel, where our guests can exercise for free. music hall is up to 23 seconds, and there is nothing like it. There is a fitness center in the hotel. Our guests can exer- From Melbu Hotell you can participate in organized tours like cise for free. You can also rent a bike at the hotel. Northern Lights and Sea Eagle safari, fishing- and mountain

Capacity • Out door restaurant where the capacity is 50 persons • T.V room where the capacity is 35 persons 58 hotel rooms: 54 dbl / 1 tpl / 3 sgl Restaurants/Dining rooms Conference rooms • Dining room where the capacity is 120 persons • Lars Andreas where the capacity is 36 persons • Restaurant where the capacity is 48 persons • Frederiksen where the capacity is 64 persons

Any questions? – please don’t hesitate to contact us!

Info: E-mail: [email protected] Host: Robin Bolsøy [email protected] Web: www.v-resort.no Address: Chr. Fredriksens gt. 3, P.O. Box 196, Tel: +47 76 16 00 00 8459 Melbu, Norway

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Offersøy Feriesenter

Offersøy is located in the scenic Lødingen Vestbygd, harbour, with a barbecue area, a wood-heated sauna the «south end» of Norway’s largest island - Hinnøya. and a jacuzzi! In addition you have a floating dock, with We offer accommodation in 5 large, cozy rorbus with 3 rental-boats near the rorbus at your disposal. bedrooms (7 beds), living room, kitchen and bathroom, 5 cabins with two bedrooms (4 beds), living room, kitch- Other offerings: Motel, cafe / restaurant, boat-, ca- en and bathroom and 5 motel rooms. noe-, kayak- and bike rental, playground, miniature golf, deep-sea fishing, diving, hiking, nature safari, artscape Our popular rorbus have a south-facing dock terrace Nordland. Hunting and aurora observations in autumn. with garden furniture. The rorbus are bright, comfort- Courses and conferences throughout the year. able and well equipped for your vacation. Duvets and pillows on the beds. You have the possibility to rent bed We also provide transport from / to airport Evenes. linen and towels. Close to the rorbus you’ll find a little

Options Season Price • Bed linen • January - December Cabins from 1 060,- per night. • Final cleaning Rorbus from 1 595,- per night. • Breakfast Capacity NOK Gross prices • 5 rorbus • Half board • 5 cabins • Full board Commission 15% • 5 motelrooms

Info: Tel: +47 769 33 900 Host: Gunnar Fenes E-mail: [email protected] Capacity: 60 persons Address: Offersøy, Web: www.offersoy.no 8412 Vestbygd, Norway

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Hotel Marena – a unique hotel experience

Welcome to hotel Marena, located in the heart of Andenes We aim to give you a special hotel experience where on the beautiful island Andøya. The hotel has a total of 29 Andøya´s magnificent scenery is part of your surround- rooms, where several of these are recently renovated. In ings. At Hotel Marena you will find small pieces of the is- the rooms you find walls, furniture and textile in beautiful, land wherever you move. Whether it´s fresh flowers from muted colors to reflect the distinctive tranquility found on the local florist down the street, captivating and powerful the island. Before heading out to see the whales, Northern local nature framed on the walls, bread from the local bak- Lights or one of the many other offerings at Andøya, you er around the corner, bedspread from the craft store next can enjoy a nutritious breakfast in our dining room - door or coffee from the coffeeshop close by. always included in the price.

Prices 2017/18 Please contact us for prices

Info: Tel: 0047 900 84 600 Hosts: Ranni Olsen and Stig Raymond Strøm E-mail: [email protected] Capacity: 49 persons Address: Storgata 15, 8480 Andenes Web: www.hotelmarena.no

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Vesterålen Charter – fjord cruise in a Feretti Yacht

Guests are invited aboard this luxury Ferretti Yacht for a unique The yacht sleeps eight people in one full beam Master Cabin experience in the spectacular fjords of Northern Norway. Cruise and one full beam VIP Cabin, both with ensuite facilities. There the majestic Trollfjord, go deep-sea fishing, spot whales and are also two Twin Guest Cabins with pullman beds and ensuite oceanic birds on a safari, or try the accompanying jet ski. Avail- facilities. The boat can accommodate up to 12 passengers for able all year around, with catering possibilities and all serving day trips. rights. Enjoy the midnight sun or have a nightcap on the fjord with Northern Lights colouring the sky above. Sightseeing and We tailor the experience to fit the needs of the guests and the general fjord cruises can also be arranged. tour providers.

Capacity: Date for start-up is not set yet. Please contact us for further information about this upcoming product! 80ft Max 12 passengers Accommodations (max 8 pers.) One Master Cabin full beam with ensuite facilities One VIP Cabin full beam with ensuite facilities Two Twin Guest Cabins with pullman bed and ensuite facilities

Info: Tel: +47 48063426 Hosts: Johnny Danielsen e-mail: [email protected] Capacity: 12 persons

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Lankanholmen Sea Cabins Grønnbua Rorbu Hotel Andrikken Hotel Andrikken Hotell, Grønnbua Rorbu Hotel and Lankanholmen Sea Cabins Andrikken Hotell has been renovated in 2015, and offers including a kitchenette also. Grønnbua III has both single single rooms, twin/double rooms and family rooms/superi- rooms (without kitchenette) and twin/double rooms with or rooms which includes allergy-friendly, handicap-friend- kitchenette. For the more luxurious travelers Grønnbua III ly and non-smoking rooms. Guests can relax in the lobby, offers a suite, which features a bubble bath and sauna, and while enjoying the offers from our lobby bar/coffee bar. The even jacuzzi on the private balcony. hotel has a gym, available for our guests. Our multilingual In addition to the rooms, there is meeting room facility, and reception is open 24 hours to assist and entertain guests a restaurant which is open in the summer season, serving any time. Breakfast and internet is included in the room rate. local delicacies. Breakfast and internet are included in the Grønnbua Rorbu Hotel has three different buildings, and room rate. every building has a different character. Lankanholmen Sea Cabins are perfect choice for the Grønnbua I offers apartments with kitchenette and two sep- budget traveler: the cottages have a kitchenette, bathroom arate sleeping rooms, accommodating two people in each, and two separate sleeping rooms, accommodating two perfect for a family. Grønnbua II has twin/double rooms, people in each room.

Capacity and prices: Grønnbua Rorbu Hotel: (room/night rates in NOK, including breakfast and internet) Andrikken Hotell: (room/night rates in NOK, including 9 single rooms (for 1 person): from 895,- breakfast and internet) 24 double rooms (max 2 people): from 1295,- 22 single rooms (max 1 person): from 995,-. 5 apartments (max 4 people): from 1800,- 17 twin/double rooms (max 2 people): from 1295,- 1 suite (max 2 people): from 2995,- 5 family/superior rooms (max 4 or 6 people): Lankanholmen Sea Cabins from 1495,- (+extra bed: 250,-) (cabin/night rates in NOK, including internet) 13 cabins (max 4 or 6 people): 1800,- Info: e-mail regarding bookings: Capacity: 78/84/52 persons, [email protected] all together 214 as per 2016 e-mail regarding contracts: Web: www.andrikkenhotell.no [email protected] Tel: +47 76 14 12 22 address: Storgata 53, 8480, Andenes, Norway

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activities Discover Vesterålen and experience the best of our beautiful area 3 Discover Vesterålen and experience the best of our We help you find our top-secret history places as e.g. an beautiful area. Our guides will show you the pearls of old former abandoned fishing village were only ghosts Vesterålen; tell their history and hidden secrets behind. were living for many years. Enjoy one of our many hiking We offer all from standard tours for individuals or groups trails like the famous Queen›s Route. Learn about aqua- and all-inclusive packages to private guidings. Our prod- culture, huskys, reindeer, sami culture or whales. ucts are created flexible to “FIT in” your client’s needs. We are specialized in cruise as well and the biggest provider Standard guiding tours are provided in Norwegian, Eng- for shorex in Vesterålen. lish, German, Czech orSlovak.

Discover Vesterålen and learn about the islands history, Discover Vesterålen and make your holiday unforgetta- culture, wonderful nature and places. Taste our fresh and ble. Your Discover Vesterålen AS. local food where Vesterålen is known for.

Prices: half day : Nok 2800,- full day : Nok 5600,- individuelle tourpricer after request

Info: Web: www.discover-vesteraalen.com Hosts: Erika Rozsova Tel: +47 76 13 47 96 e-mail: [email protected] address: Discover Vesterålen AS [email protected] PB338 - Nyksund, 8439 Myre

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Akvakultur i Vesterålen - Visit a real Norwegian fish farm

Norway is the world´s largest producer of Atlantic salmon, history from the pioneer era in the 50´s to today´s high-tech and around 14 million people around the world enjoy Norwe- operations. We have exciting activities for children, movies, 3 gian salmon every day! Along with fishery, aquaculture is the underwater camera and a 12-meter long map in glass, show- main industry in Vesterålen, providing valuable opportunities ing aquaculture expansion in Northern Norway. The visit in- activities for employment and settlement along the coast. cludes a delicious taste of smoked salmon or trout from our own production. Akvakultur i Vesterålen is an adventure center for Norwegian aquaculture, where you can get a unique insight into the pro- Localized in the little village Blokken in Sortland municipality, duction of salmon in one of Norway´s most beautiful regions. approximately 30 minutes by car from the center of Sortland. At our facility, you get to go out on our boat to visit a real fish We are open all year for groups by pre-booking. Duration: farm with salmon and trout, meet a real fish farmer and you 2-3 hours. get a guided tour of our great exhibits, showing aquaculture

Prices 2017 Please contact us for prices for your groups. Possibilities for larger groups, dinner or lunch servings or other request by appointment.

Info: Tel: +47 958 81 822/ +47 993 57 599 Host: Marte Sørbø Hoholm e-mail: [email protected] Capacity: up to 24 persons address: Blokken, Web: www.akvakulturivesteralen.no 8406 Sortland, Norway.

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Outdoor Event – Exhilarating outdoor experiences in Vesterålen!

Outdoor Event lives and breathes nature. With their base tic mountains. Any passion you may have can be exer- activities at the traditional Markedsbrygga in Stokmarknes they cised in this remote and untouched part of the world. By 3 offer a wide range of experiences. Its employees and enlisting the services of Outdoor Event you are ensured founders are native to the region and know all its secrets. to experience the best that Vesterålen has to offer, in the company of local nature professionals. Vesterålen is one of the best locations in Norway to experience the extremes of nature. The calming silence of Come visit us at our showroom in Stokmarknes or contact the mountain, a rich wildlife and an extensive local history us if you want to know more about our beautiful region gives you the backdrop for some of the best memories we and its many possibilities. create in life. Go kayaking anywhere in the region, skiing under the northern lights or wall-climbing one of its majes- Welcome to Vesterålen!

Activities: Net prices 2017 • Northern lights safari 1 pers: NOK 2500 • Guided tour to the mount Møysalen 2 pers: NOK 1900 per pers • Guided climbing tour to mount Reka 3-4 persons: NOK 1600 per person • Hiking For larger groups, please contact us for an offer • Winter activities with snowshoes • Watercraft/Jetski

Info: Tel: +47 75 57 75 57 Hosts: Outdoor Event // Lasse Uppman e-mail: [email protected] Capacity: 4-12 ppl. Larger groups on request. address: Havnegata 4, 8450 Stokmarknes Web: www.outdoorevent.no

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Husky Andøy – we create memories in the nature of Arctic Norway

Our small familar husky farm is located on the island winter. Summer activities like dogcart- and dogscooter Andøya / Vesterålen. Here our 27 Alaskan Huskies wel- tours and guided hiking trips in the mountains with the come you in large free running kennels, waiting for you to huskies. We offer certified and guided climbing day tours 3 go on tour through the amazing and breathtaking Northern on the rocky mountain slopes right on the coast of Andøya activities Norwegian nature. island. Or catch a fish with an experienced captain on an original fish-trawler under the midnight sun. We offer year-round activities. If you just want to take a look, we will be pleased to show Winter activities like dogsledding, dogcarting, guided ski- you the farm, the dogs and our equipment. and snowshoe tours and afterwards having a relaxing bath in a woodfired hot tub under northern lights in the arctic Come and join the experience in the Arctic Norway !

Net prices 2017 Husky tours (sled/cart/scooter) NOK 765,- / 405,- adults/children) Ski-/snowshoe-/hiking tours NOK 441,- / 621,- / 891,- Hot tub / up to 6 pers. NOK 1620,- Climbing day NOK 1755,- / 877,50 (adults/children) Huskyfarm guiding NOK 150,- / 75,- (adults/children)

Info: Tel: +47 95 45 06 32 Hosts: Katrin Berg & Uwe Baumgärtel e-mail: [email protected] Capacity: 13 persons address: Nygård, 8484 Risøyhamn, Norway Web: www.husky-andoy.com

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Andøya Space Center Host your next conference at Europe’s only operational Space Center activities

3 Meetings and Conferences The understanding of your team will never be the same after Teambuilding teambuilding in Spaceship Aurora. In addition to ordinary conference facilities like auditorium and group rooms, you can use our virtual trip in to space with Science lectures Spaceship Aurora as a teambuilding process for your team. Our highly qualified staff can also give interesting scientific lectures about space, astro physics, rocket science and Success in teambuilding are based on knowledge of your space physics. How does the sun work and how it effects our teams personalities and common goals, but also the self in- solar system? What is the Northern Lights? How does black sight of each team member. At Spaceship Aurora we can holes work? Additional price. offer your team an introduction to Mindfullness, yoga, medi- tation and conscious breath.

Prices Capacity Day package from 285 NOK Teambuilding Spaceship Aurora: 20 persons Yoga/Mindfulness/conscious breath: 15 persons Opening hours Goalmapping/Vitality tests: 20 persons Group reservations all days and hours Jung`s personality test: 20 persons

Contact in opening hours: Tel: +47 76 14 46 00 Website: www.spaceshipaurora.no

e-mail: [email protected] Visiting adress: Bleiksveien 46,

Manager: Robert Svendsen /[email protected] 8480 Andenes, Norway

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Spaceship Aurora – a journey into the Northern Lights

Spaceship Aurora is a visitor, educational and activity center engineering problems that meet real astronauts. The Space- located at Andøya Space Center. At Andøya Space Center ship offers activities for all age groups. A Mission Commander sounding rockets are launched into space several times a will guide you and your group thru the Aurora mission. We year doing research in space and on the auroa. can also offer fun souvenirs from our Space Shop. 3

At Spaceship Aurora you can experience a virtual trip into We also offer a short widescreen film about the history of activities space, learn to know the Northern Lights, how it effects on the Northern Lights research. How the Vikings perceived the our planet, and how the Northern lights are reflected in Nor- Aurora, how Kristian Birkeland proved how the Aurora worked wegian history and culture. You will take part in a virtual and and how rockets from Andøya are used in the research of Au- exciting mission in the near space. Pilots, navigators, and sci- rora Borealis. Spaceship Aurora offers exciting experiments, entists have to work together to solve the same scientific and exhibitions and 3D movies about space and the aurora.

Adult. Mission Children. Mission Opening hours Spaceship Aurora Spaceship Aurora All year: Mon - Fri 09:00 – 15:30 Prices Discount - includes all - includes all Summer season 2017 At the door 0 % NOK 350 NOK 175 (11.June – 14.Aug): Group over 15 10 % NOK 315 NOK 158 Mon - Sat 10:30 – 17:30 Travel Agency 10 % NOK 315 NOK 158 Group reservation all days and hours Tour Operator individual 15 % NOK 298 NOK 148 Children of age 8 – 15. Tour Operator group over 15 20 % NOK 280 NOK 140 Incomming Tour Operator 25 % NOK 363 NOK 132 Under 8 for free.

Capacity: Mission every hour, 10 person a mission. Northern Lights film: 100 persons a show. Science, exhibitions and experiments 40 persons.

Contact in opening hours: Tel: +47 76 14 46 00 Website: www.spaceshipaurora.no

e-mail: [email protected] Visiting adress: Bleiksveien 46,

Manager: Robert Svendsen /[email protected] 8480 Andenes, Norway

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Spaceship Aurora – Science Center

Summer of 2016 we are launching new exciting experi- Program your own Mars Rover at the Rover Challenge. activities ments and 3D films on big screen at the spaceship Au- Test how rivers and glaciers are forming our landscape rora. Fun and cool physics experiments for all ages re- 3 at our digital sandbox and launch your own built paper lated to technology, space, space physics and physics. rocket in our rocket test tube, and more.

Adult.Science Children. Science center/film / center/film/ 3D film Prices Discount exhibitions exhibitions Adult/Children At the door 0 % NOK 135 NOK 88 NOK 50/30 Group over 15 10 % NOK 122 NOK 77 NOK 45/27 Travel Agency 10 % NOK 122 NOK 77 NOK 45/27 Tour Operator individual 15 % NOK 115 NOK 73 NOK 43/26 Tour Operator group over 15 20 % NOK 108 NOK 68 NOK 40/24 Incomming Tour Operator 25 % NOK 88 NOK 64 NOK 38/23

Opening hours All year: Mon - Fri 09:00 – 15:30 Summer season 2016 (11.June – 14.Aug): Mon - Sat 10:30 – 17:30 Group reservation all days and hours. Children of age 8 – 15. Under 8 for free.

Capacity Up to 30 people at the same time.

Contact in opening hours: Tel: +47 76 14 46 00 Website: www.spaceshipaurora.no

e-mail: [email protected] Visiting adress: Bleiksveien 46,

Manager: Robert Svendsen /[email protected] 8480 Andenes, Norway

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Spaceship Aurora – Meet the scientist. Popular science lectures

At Spaceship Aurora you can meet up with our scientists Examples of lectures for a 30 minute chat about northern lights, space and space * Northern Lights: What would Norway be without the related physics –or book a 45 minute popular science lec- Northern Lights? Learn more about this phenomenon in the ture of a given topic. Our two PhDs Alexander Biebricher upper atmosphere. 3 and Jose Miguel Gonzales Perez have been doing years * 42. How it all works: How to build a universe. Why particle of space related research before they started teaching and activities science is a biggie, and why they make TV-shows about it. communicating space science. Their knowledge about space * Andøya: Norway`s atmospheric physics lab: and space physics is immense and the way they explain the Get to know one of the most exciting places in Norway –who complexity in a simple and manageable way makes the face- no one knows anything about. to-face meeting with our scientists a highly recommended * The mad universe: from solar flares to rotating black holes experience. Our scientists hold their lectures and chats A trip to the most energetic events in the universe. in Norwegian, English, Spanish and German.

Prices Prices Weekend/ Meet the scientist Discount NOK Science lectures Weekdays evening At the door 0 % NOK 225 Under 10 pax NOK 1500 NOK 1750 Group over 15 10 % NOK 202 10 - 20 pax + NOK 1000 + NOK 1500 Travel Agency 10 % NOK 202 20 - 30 pax + NOK 1000 + NOK 1500 Tour Operator individual 15 % NOK 191 30 + pax + NOK 1000 + NOK 1500 Tour Operator group over 15 20 % NOK 180 Incomming Tour Operator 25 % NOK 169

Contact in opening hours: Tel: +47 76 14 46 00 Website: www.spaceshipaurora.no

e-mail: [email protected] Visiting adress: Bleiksveien 46,

Manager: Robert Svendsen /[email protected] 8480 Andenes, Norway

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Puffin Safari

You are very welcome to join our puffin Safari. pearls» on Andøya´s vestrn part. The duration is then a bit activities Departure daily from the harbour of Bleik. longer than two hours. Either before or after the daily tours. around 90 minutes 3 Duration: Cost: adult, NOK 500,- Child, NOK 200,- Also midnight sun tours; NOK 5000,- per tour. Write us an email, or call the captain, 00 47 – 908 38 594. Normally the boat leaves the harbour of Bleik at one and three p.m. (13.00 and 15.00) We can also take you to the gannet colony and show you the beautiful seabirds breeding there. In the high season – in July- we leave as soon as we have 12 (15 minutes from Bleik by boat). pax on board, latest at one p.m (13.00). That means that the first tour may start a bit before one, and there also is an addi- A deep sea fishing tour is also possible, then we first fish and tional tour between one and three. afterwards we serve your own catch of fish on board the boat The boat goes out as long as there are guests who want to see or in our big tent close to the boat. the birds, some days three, four and even five trips every day. Total cost for boat, crew, equipement and dinner: 5000,- kroners. Duration: 3-4 hours. Hire the boat exclusively is possible: If you want to hire the boat exclusively for a family or a small Best regards group less than eight pax, you can do so. Then the cost is Rolf 4000,- kroners per tour. We then also visit some of the «hidden For Puffin Safari.

Info: Tel: +47 908 38 594 Hosts: Rolf Solvoll e-mail: [email protected] Capacity: 12 persons address: Bruvollveien 29, 8481 BLEIK Web: www.puffinsafari.no

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Whalesafari Andenes - Summer and arctic winter safari directly from Andenes

Whalesafari Andenes is a well-established company that oper- ing winter if they sky is clear, you might also have the change to ates both summer and winter safaris directly from Andenes. With observe the northern lights. over 20 years of experience in the field, skilled crews on board, well trained guides, safety as number one priority, we offer the Guarantee: In case the boat does not find any whale, we offer you 3 shortest distance to the whale ground, 100% whale guarantee, a new trip free of charge or refund you the safari part of the ticket. exclusive souvenir whale shop and restaurant. Trip duration: 2 to 4 hours (90 % of trips within 4 hours). For boat activities departure times, check our website or contact us, please. Warm Experience the midnight sun in the summer and the fantastic col- winter outfits available on board. ours in the winter. In the winter you will have the chance to observe different species such as killer whales, humpback whales, We recommend you wear warm clothes and shoes. All the trips pilot whales and fin whales, while sperm whales are here the depend on the wind. When there is too much wind, because of whole year around. safety on board , the safari may be postponed, brought forward in time or cancelled. Therefore we recommend that you do not rely Before going on board, there will be a guided tour in our museum on one day only. where you will get to know something about whale biology and ecology and everything else you need for the trip. You will also see one of the only 40 sperm whale skeletons in the world. Dur-

For rates and commission, please send an inquiry to [email protected]

Info: Tel: +47 76 11 56 00 Host: Daniele Zanoni e-mail: [email protected] Capacity: Summer: unlimited – Winter 80 pax per trip address: Pb 58, 8483 Andenes, Norway Web: www.whalesafari.no

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Adventure 4 life - organizing adventures in Vesterålen

activities Experience Vesterålen – a part of the most beautiful ar- For groups we organize guided bus tours in the area such chipelago in the world. Our wild and beautiful scenery will as concerts in the Royal Neptune Hall and churches, hik- 3 excite you. Get to know our traditions and culture! Learn ing tours, snow shoe walking, meet the locals, Northern about our exciting history, or even better – let your guests Lights safaris etc. be a part of it. We gladly organize your trip – both summer, autumn, Adventure 4 Life organize tours both for individuals and winter and spring - and promise to give your clients and groups. We have different tours adapted to the individual guests an Adventure 4 Life. traveller such as Northern Lights Safari, Sea Eagle Safari, hiking tours and guided fishing trips. Some of them with Our promise: daily departures. We aim to impress!

Info: e-mail: [email protected] Host: Robin Bolsøy address: Chr. Fredriksens gt. 3, 8445 Melbu Web: www.a4l.no - www.adventure4life.no P.O. Box 196, 8459 Melbu Tel: +47 959 24 921

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Inga Sami Siida – tame animals, wild hosts

Sami adventures We offer reindeer sledding, with an embedded stop where we We offer our guests a unique experience of pure and authentic enjoy hot drinks and dried reindeer meat. At night, you can ex- local Sami culture. Participate in our work with the reindeer and perience the Northern Lights and the «Sami sky», a fascinating 3

become familiar with a unique animal. history of whaling which takes place on the North Norwegian sky! activities We have sales of some handicrafts (Sami handicrafts), the sami See our exhibition of the sami costumes and photographs from knives, postcards, antlers, hides and meat. a year of working with the reindeer. Sit by the fire in one of our Lavvo’s and enjoy a taste of Sami food, based on local traditions Throw the lasso on the antlers! and raw materials. Listen to a yoik, the story of the Sami people, our culture and history.

Prices Winter-season: The price includes: Summer-season: • Adults NOK 350,- Entrance into the exhibitions and visit to the lavvo, feeding the reindeer. • Adults NOK 350,- • Children NOK 125,- Children under 4 years free • Children NOK 100,- Minimum of 4 in the group Children under 4 years free

For commission please contact us

Web: www.inga-sami-siida.no Info: Tel: +47 908 77 558 e-mail: [email protected] Host: Laila & Arild Inga address: Kvalsaukan, Capacity: up to 45 persons 8407 Sortland, Norway.

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Museum Nord – Andøy Museum

One of the most famous polar hunters of Spitsbergen, Guided tour to the top of Andenes Lighthouse

activities Hilmar Nøis, came from Andøy island. At Andøy Museum Andenes Lighthouse was built in 1859, and was one of you can see an exhibition on hunters life, and learn more the first cast iron towers in Norway. It’s also one of the 3 about the unique geology of the island. Over the course of tallest in the country, at 40 meters. Inside the lighthouse 2017, the museum will change its focus from polar history you can visit an exhibition with special focus on history to Andenes harbor and the coast. Our museum building is of lighthouses in Norway. Guided tours including a short located near the lighthouse. video are offered by Whale Safari AS. Tours of 30, 40 or 60 minutes are offered. Prices from 90 NOK for adults In Risøyhamn, a small village just off the main road to and 45 NOK for children. Andenes, there’s an outdoor museum with five buildings that’s open Wednesdays during summer. This quaint village is worth a stop, both for the scenery and for the interesting historical buildings.

Opening hours 2017 Ticket price Andøy Museum Andøy Lighthouse June 12–June 19 Daily 10–15 Adult 50 NOK Book a visit to the lighthouse: June 20–Aug 21 Daily 10–17 Child (age 6–16) 25 NOK Hvalsafari AS Aug 22–Aug 28 Daily 10–15 Child (<6 y.o.) Free Phone: (+47) 76 11 56 00 The rest of the year open by request Group per person 40 NOK (min 10 ppl) Mail: [email protected] Outdoor museum in Risøyhamn: Family ticket 125 NOK (2ad/1ch) July 6–August 24: Wed 11–14

Info: Web: www.museumnord.no/andoy

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Address: Richard Withs gate 9, 8480 Andenes and Ofoten, and see detailed maps and descriptions.

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Museum Nord – Bø Museum Visit the elves, the fairy tale Queen and the artscape

Bø Museum is located in beautiful natural surroundings by find a very special outdoor gallery portraying sculptures 3 the seaside in Vinjesjøen. Visit Parkvoll, formerly the bai- from Artscape Nordland. A short walk away you’ll find the activities liff´s residence. Here you can learn all about the female impressive sculpture “The man from the sea”. Enjoy a cup author Regine Normann, well known in Norway for her of coffee in the museum gift shop that offers books and work with both fairytales and novels. Let the children visit locally produced crafts. the fairytale forest, see the fisherman cabin (rorbu), boathouse and Elf’s Castle. Right outside the museum you’ll Welcome! New exhibitions every summer.

Opening hours 2017 Ticket prices June 1–June 25 Tue–Fri 11–15 Adult 50 NOK June 26–Aug 6 Daily 11–16 Child (age 6–16) 25 NOK Aug 7–Aug 31 Tue–Fri 11–15 Child (<6 y.o.) Free The rest of the year open by request Group per pers. 40 NOK (min 10 ppl) Family ticket 125 NOK (2ad/1ch)

Info: Web: www.museumnord.no/bo

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Address: Vinjesjøen, Bø i Vesterålen,Norway Ofoten, and see detailed maps and descriptions.

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Museum Nord – Hurtigrutemuseet National Museum For The Hurtigruten Coastal Express activities

The Hurtigruten Coastal Express ships have carried travel- cinating aspects of life aboard. You will encounter the darker 3 ers and cargo along the coast of Norway since 1893. Today, side of coastal life too – ships wrecked and lives lost at sea. Hurtigruten attracts both national and international travelers, Since 1893 a great number of ships have sailed under the and its fleet consists of modern cruise ships. Hurtigruten name. In the museum many of them are on dis- The Hurtigruten Museum offers a historical tour of the various play as miniature models. The most impressive display, how- fields of operation found on board a Coastal Express ship. ever, is «MS Finnmarken» from 1956, that now stands on dry From the mail cabin, via loading and unloading, to safety at land, right next to the museum building. Visitors are welcome the sea and navigation; you can see all the complex and fas- to walk around the ship and see its historical interior.

Opening hours 2017 Ticket price Jan 1–May 14 Daily 14–16 Adult 90 NOK May 15–June 14 Daily 12–16 Child (age 6–16) 35 NOK June 15–Aug 14 Daily 10 –18 Group per person 75 NOK (min. 10 ppl) Aug 15–Sept 14 Daily 12–16 Sept 15–Dec 31 Daily 14–16 Call +47 76 11 81 90 to book a visit Also open by request. outside opening hours.

Info: Web: www.hurtigrutemuseet.no facebook.com/hurtigrutemuseet

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Museum Nord – The Melbu Experience

Learn history through culture! In Melbu, local actors and Neptun: Tour this former herring oil factory, and learn about musicians have joined forces with two museums to tell the fisheries, production methods and the economic rise and story of this unique town in an immersive way. fall of an industry. 3 Melbo Manor: This stately house gives you a unique insight Concert in a tank: This huge tank was used in the herring into the lives of the rich trader families of northern Norway. oil industry. Now it houses concerts. Local musicians use activities Live actors: «King of Nordland» Christian Frederiksen and the 23 seconds of reverberation to create a one-of-a-kind his wife Maren changed Melbu from quiet farm to bustling acoustic experience that you’ll never forget. town. Join them and their head maid Oline for coffee in the Local dining: In an old fish liver oil factory you find Neu- formal living room. manns – a restaurant that serves local ingredients in an Guided walk through town: See historical buildings in the industrial atmosphere. town center of Melbu.

Jekta Brødrene: The traditional boat type «jekt» was in- strumental to trade and to the development of northern Nor- way. Visit «Brødrene» at dock.

Make your own experience: Groups (min. 10 ppl, max 30) are welcome to create their own Melbu Experience by choosing the parts they’re interested in. Duration and time of day can be adapted to suit your needs. Booking requests must be made at least two weeks in advance.

Info: Museum Nord Booking Web: www.museumnord.no

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Museum Nord

JENNESTAD TRADING POST visit the old post office and ship expedition office. The 8 kilometers from Sortland you find this charming old trad- museum shop sells locally produced arts and crafts, post- activities ing post. The building is located by the sea, easily accessi- cards, sweets, literature and more. 3 ble by boat – as it had to be in the old days. Myriads of tiny drawers and shelves once contained everything the locals SORTLAND MUSEUM needed. The shop closed in 1982, and inside time has Inside the modern cultural house «Kulturfabrikken» you’ll stood still since then. Today the shop serves as a museum, find Sortland museum. Exhibitions here change often, and both tourists and locals like to stop by to feel the warm and through the year you can experience different topics, atmosphere of the shop, and buy old fashioned candy. perspectives and expressions. Exhibitions are announced in our calendar (www.museumnord.no/events) and on The shelves now display authentic products of all kinds, facebook. Guides are available to translate Norwegian while vintage posters advertising everything from shoes content. Inside the museum you’ll find a small museum to tobacco and matches decorate the walls. You can also shop that sells books and local merchandise.

Opening hours 2017 Jennestad trading post: June 21. - 7. August. Tuesday – Sunday 11 – 17 The rest of the year open by request

Sortland museum: Tuesday–Saturday 11–15

Info: Address: Jennestad, 8400 Sortland / Kulturfabrikken, Strandg. 1, 8400 Sortland. Web: www.museumnord.no/sortland Mail: C/o Sortland kommune, Pb. 117, Tel: +47 76 10 92 71 / 47 46 85 71 8401 Sortland E-mail: [email protected]

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Museum Nord – Melbu: Two museums, two perspectives

Spend the day in Melbu, exploring the charming town cen- At the other end of Melbu, on the outer breakwater, you’ll tre and its two museums. At the top of Marens Alley you’ll find the Norwegian Fishing Industry Museum, located in find Vesterålsmuseet. There you can hear the story of the a former herring oil factory. As you walk between the tow- 3 industrial adventure that took place at the turn of the last ering buildings you will learn about fishing and production activities century. Over the course of three decades this quiet farm methods, as well as the economic growth and decline that grew into a small industrialized city. In the center of all ultimately closed the factory in 1983. the activity stood businessman Christian Frederiksen. His One of the tanks formerly used in the fish oil production home, Melbo Mansion, was once the largest wood house has been dubbed «Royal Neptune Hall», and regularly north of Trondheim. Our guide will show you around this houses concerts due to its exceptional acoustics. With a carefully restored house, where each room has its own reverberation time of 23 seconds the tank is bound to im- function and story. press anyone who steps inside.

Opening hours 2017 Ticket price June 20–Aug 20 Adult 50 NOK Tuesday–Sunday 11–17 Child (age 6–16) 25 NOK Other times open by request Child (under 6 y.o.) Free Group per person 40 NOK (min 10 ppl) Family ticket 125 NOK (2ad/1ch)

Vesterålen Museum Norwegian Fishing Industry Museum Info: Address: Maren Frederiksens allé 1, Address: Moloveien 1, 8445 Melbu 8445 Melbu Mail: Pb. 104, 8459 Melbu Tel: +47 76 15 40 00 Tel: +47 76 15 40 00 e-mail: [email protected] e-mail: [email protected] web: www.museumnord.no/vesteralsmuseet web: www.museumnord.no/norsk-fiskeindustrimuseum facebook.com/vesteraalsmuseet facebook.com/norskfiskeindustrimuseum

Museum Nord – Øksnes Museum Øksnes – fishing, from the stone age to present day activities

The Øksnes of today emerges as a high-tech fishing village, the cozy atmosphere. In the old shop you can by sweets, toys 3 based on several thousand years of experience. Fishing has and more. been a way of life in Øksnes since the Stone Age. With the help of archeological finds and sites, together with written In nearby village Nyksund you can visit a small historical ex- sources, we can follow developments in the fishing villages hibition. If you haven’t heard of the fishing village that fell into from the Stone Age to the present. Hear about this, and more, disrepair and was reborn as the cultural hub of Vesterålen, at Øksnes Museum. Our guides will show you around the then you are missing out! charming museum buildings – Alsvåggården, the old farmhouse, the old shop, and the museum exhibition halls. In the farmhouse you can sit down with a cup of coffee and enjoy

Opening hours 2017 Ticket price June 13–August 20 Adult 50 NOK Tuesday–Friday 11–16 Child (age 6–16) 25 NOK Saturday and Sunday 12–16 Child (<6 y.o.) Free The rest of the year open by request Group per person 40 NOK (min 10 ppl) Family ticket 125 NOK (2ad/1ch)

Info: Web: www.museumnord.no/oksnes

Tel + 47 76 15 40 00 / 404 38 088 21 museums - 1000 stories. Visit our webpage to read

E-mail: [email protected] more about our museums in Vesterålen, Lofoten and Ofoten, and see detailed maps and descriptions. Address: 8432 Alsvåg

Ringstad activity center – Bookable activities for small groups all year

The Activity center is located by the seaside at Idyllic Ringstad in on the fjord along islets and reefs close to Ringstad. No experi- the municipality of Bø at the outermost edge of Vesterålen with a ence needed. The tour can nevertheless be adapted to the group spectacular view towards islets, reefs, the Hadsel fjord and Had- if you are experienced kayakers. Includes authorized teacher, all 3 sel and Lofoten Islands. At the center, you can book activities for equipment & dry suit. Available all year. Gross price for approx. activities small groups all year and enjoy good food and drinks in our sea- 5 hours’ tour: NOK 890, - Minimum 2 persons- Maximum 8. side restaurant, not rarely in the company of seals, otter, moose Northern Light evening with photo workshop and a variety of birds – and not to forget the friendly locals. We take you through a short training program about how to use Here is some example of our bookable activities for individuals the camera and make the best Northern lights photos. We go for and small groups. (More can be found on our website: a guided tour to the nearby places with the best conditions for Eagle & wildlife safari with RIB experiencing the Northern Lights, depending on the conditions. On this very popular safari, we go by RIB on a spectacular fjord Available from September-April. Includes photographer/guide, tour for a close encounter with this fabulous bird. You learn about transport, snack and hot drinks. Minimum 4 hrs. Gross price the eagle and how to catch it by your camera. The tour includes NOK 950, - Min 4-max 16 persons. This activity depends on the guide, boat trip, eagle and photo safari, warm suits and safety weather and Northern Light forecast. equipment and fish soup and coffee or tea in our cozy seaside Extras: Lunch/ dinner or lunch pack and drinks can be ordered restaurant. Available from September to May. Duration approx. for an additional fee for all the excursions and activities. 2-3 hrs. depending on the weather conditions. Gross price NOK 950, - Minimum 4 – Maximum 12 persons. Examples of other activities we offer: Kayak tour with guide Guided mountain hiking or Snow shoe in winter, Guided fjord fishing A great way to try out the kayaking. An Introduction of the kayak trip, local sightseeing with minibus, photo workshops, Rib safaris and equipment and simple practical exercises organized as a trip

Booking & contact: Hildreland AS: www.hildreland.no

Booking: [email protected]

Accommodation: Huset på yttersiden – www.yttersiden.no

Contact: +47 906 40 591 (Ann Karina)

Offersøy Feriesenter - boat rental activities We offer a wide range of open boats with outboard motors. It’s possible to rent fishing equipment, floating overalls and 3 Starting at 16 feet with 15hp to a 18 feet skerry jeep with fishing guide services. We also have one bigger 27 feet 50hp, fishfinder & chartplotter. The boats are well equipped boat with captain for hire. for deep sea fishing and excursions outside Offersøy. All skerry jeeps have a built-in fishfinder and some have a Cleaning house with freezers. chartplotter also.

Options Capacity Price • Fishing rods • 2 x 16 feet boats w/15hp From 900,- per day. • Floating overalls • 12 x 17 feet boats w/50hp NOK Gross prices • Fishing guide • 1 x 18 feet boat w/50hp Commission 10% • Boat with captain • 27 feet boat w/captain

Season March - October

Info: Tel: +47 769 33 900 Host: Gunnar Fenes E-mail: [email protected] Capacity: 60 persons Address: Offersøy, Web: www.offersoy.no 8412 Vestbygd, Norway

Sjøblomsten – Deep Sea Winter Fishing

Catch large Atlantic cod aboard a real fishing boat from erålen. We have fishing gear, and thermal suits to keep 1915. With our captain accompanying it is a safe, but ex- guests warm on the trip. There is a cosy galley to relax in, 3

citing experience at sea. Try winter fishing in the «Skrei» and the boat sleeps up to five people. We also offer ea- activities season (migrating and spawning Atlantic cod) on board gle safari. Accommodation in rorbu (traditional fisherman´s the M/S Sjøblomsten which departs from Øksnes in Vest- cabins) also available. We cooperate with Holmvik Brygge.

Net prices 2017 From 800,- NOK per person, children under 14 years old half price. Accepts groups up to 12 people. Available up until March. We can also arrange whale safari trips for private groups, and other fishing trips all year around.

Info: Tel: +47 906 88 756 Hosts: Tom Steiro e-mail: [email protected] Capacity: 12 persons address: Elvebakken 91, N-8400 Sortland Web: www.sjoblomsten.no

Lødingen Skyssbåtservice – Welcome on board!

activities Are you looking for regular transportation, new busi- Our boats are available during the whole year for various ness approach or an adventure? private or business events, experiences and transportation. 3 We will give you an experience beyond all expectations! For additional information please contact us or visit our web page! Lødingen Skyssbåtservice AS have three boats with a total capacity of 182 passengers, based in Vestbygd, Lødingen municipality. We are centered between Svolvær, Harstad, Narvik, Sortland and Hamarøy, with close distance to Evenes airport.

Info: Web: www.lsbs.no Hosts: Lødingen Skyssbåtservice AS Tel: + 47 413 63 402 Capacity: MS ALBA – 100 seats e-mail: [email protected] MS SVELLINGEN – 50 seats address: Rinøyvåg, 8412 Vestbygd MS SEA PRINCE – 32 seats

Aurora Addicts – Chasing the Northern Lights

Come see the Northern Lights with Aurora Addicts be- watching, a cultural experience visit to a local Sami Rein- tween September and April. As well as single night Aurora deer Farm, photography day trips to The Lofoten Islands 3 Chasing trips, Aurora Addicts also offer package trips as and other stunning locations in and around Vesterålen. activities well as photography workshops and family school holidays trips. The packages include accommodation, airport trans- Aurora Addicts are experienced British guides and have fers and transport to exciting activities including a visit to been chasing the Northern Lights for over 10 years. They Spaceship Aurora at Andøy Space Centre, husky dogsled- don’t do big coach trips, each trip allows for a maximum of ding/carting, a sea eagle and wildlife boat safari, whale 8 guests for a more personalised adventure!

Net prices 2017 Adults 1200NOK, Children 900NOK. Group discounts & family rates available on request.

Info: www.facebook.com/AuroraAddicts, www.instagram.com/AuroraAddicts Hosts: Chris & Becki Tel: +47 409 69087 or +44 7466 362724 Capacity: 2-8 persons e-mail:[email protected] (including children all ages) address: Sortland, Norway Web: www.aurora-addicts.com/tours ,

Winter Whales Wonderland

Orca and Humpback Whale Watching in a different way. We offer 5 days trips with 4 overnight stays in a double room, 3 Now you can experience Killer Whales and Humpbacks as close trips on sea. single use 7990 NOK, double 5950 NOK pp activities as you have ever been! We bring you closer to sea level from a Minimum 6 persons – max 12 persons. RIB boat (rigid inflatable boat). We offer you from middle of Jan- From April to the beginning of August we also offer our well known 3 uary a once in a lifetime experience to meet the rulers of the sea! and amazing Bird & Seal Safari. We meet on the surrounding is- Beside our Killer Whale and Humpback Safari in winter, we have lands of Andenes, 150.000 Puffins, Gannet’s, Razor Bills, Com- our own renovated «Brygga»; an original Norwegian Fisherman mon Guillemots, white tailed eagles and many more bird species! house on the harbor, where introductions presentations are been given, and 3 rooms are available to be rent out. Beside that we The Whale safari to the Sperm whales starts when the Orca’s rent out 3 appartments 250 meter of our Brygga, and do cooper- has left, and is from the end of February to the beginning of ate with the hotels in Andenes. October. Do you want a good offer for summer trips.....just contact us by email or by phone!

Capacity Gross prices Room at the harbor in Orca season: 4 RIB boats - total capacity: 48 people our Brygga. In the Orca Season Desember - February Double Rooms • Room Price is NOK 765,- Gross price Whale Safari - Orca and Sperm-whale season: Tot NOK 1235,- February - September Humpback safari in Winter • Adults NOK 977,- Rooms can only be booked in combina- • Children NOK 765,- tion with our winter whale safari. * Please note that this trip is not recommended for children under the age of 4.

Info: Tel: +47 916 74 960 Host: Marten Bril (owner & manager) e-mail: [email protected] Capacity: 48 persons address: Hamnegt 9, (pb 306) Web: www.seasafariandenes.no 8480 Andenes, Norway

Sea Safari Andenes – Snorkeling with the Orcas and Humpback whales

Orca and Humpback Whale Watching under sea level. Snorkling with all equipment: 1550 NOK pp * Minimum 6 persons – max 12 persons. Now you can experience Killer Whales and Humpbacks as close 3 as you have ever been! We bring you closer to sea level from a From April to August we aslo offer our wellknown and amazing RIB boat (rigid inflatable boat) and you get the possibility to snor- activities Bird & Seal Safari. We meet on the surrounding islands of An- keling with them. An experience you will never forget! denes, 150.000 Puffins, Gannet’s, Razor Bills, Common Guille-

mots, White tailed eagles and many more bird species! The whale We offer you from middle of January to middle of February a once safari to the Sperm whales starts when the Orca’s has left, and is in a lifetime experience to meet the rulers of the sea! Our guides from middle of February to end of October. Do you want an good all have a lot of knowledge about the whales we see. We have offer for summer trips.....just contact us by email or by phone! certified skippers who are also experienced and certified divers. We have the right equipment and dry suits. These are included * this is an unique experience and one you will never forget, but in the price. realize that you need to be healthy and in good shape. Although you This magnificent species follow the herring in to the Andfjord on will get a dry suit, it will be a cold experience and will take a lot the East side of the Island Andøya in Vesterålen. You are in the of energy! It is a safe experience. We’ve had no negative experiences middle of the Arctic; beside the whales, you can also experience with the close contact with the Orca’s and Humpback’s. We expect the Arctic Lights and the Northern Lights. nature respectable behavior of the ones who are joining us! Visitors who are not following the instructions of the experts will be excluded We offer 5 days trips with 4 overnight stays in a double room, 3 for the rest of the trips. trips on sea with several dives singel use 8890 NOK double use 7680 NOK

Info: Tel: +47 916 74 960 Host: Marten Bril (owner & manager) e-mail: [email protected] Capacity: 48 persons address: Hamnegt 9, (pb 306) Web: www.seasafariandenes.no 8480 Andenes, Norway

Holmvik Stua – Experience Norwegian local specialties’ in Fisherman style

The Restaurant Holmvik Stua is located in Nyksund, an A choice from our bests: old fisherman village with a lot of fishing history. • Variety of local catched fish from our Vesterålen We are offering our dishes in a cozy and authentic atmos- fishermen phere. Our local and homemade food is served by our • Reindeer sausage (100% reindeer meet ) friendly waiters. Feel the family care. We are preparing • Cod tongs food by our self and have control about our products from • Booknafisk the time the fish get catched until it ends up as a filet on • Bacalao the plate of our guests. The same applies to our meat • Home smoked arctic char products. FIT and groups are Welcome! Our slogan is: Fresh, Local, Homemade and Tasty. Get more than just food, taste our «Norwegian experience»

Capacity: Opening hours: Restaurant (member of Arctic Menu) 35 chairs are standard, 49 Restaurant: 1.6-31.8 open daily 11.00 a.m. until last table order guests is possible + 25 chairs outside 1.9 – 31.5: on request for groups bigger than 8 persons. restaurant Holmvik Stua belongs to Holmvik Brygge 4 Prices: we have tour operator prices for FIT and groups. were we also offer accommodation. Ask for an offer.

Info: Tel.: +47 95863866 Host: Ssemjon Gerlitz & Erika Rozsova e-mail: [email protected] Capacity: 35 (max 50) chairs inside and 25 address: Holmvik Brygge Nyksund, chairs outside. Postbox 338, NO-8439 Myre. Web.: www.nyksund.com Youtube: holmvik brygge

Vesterålen Kysthotell – Isqueen and restaurant Bølgen

Vesterålen Kysthotell in Stokmarknes offers quality accommo- lunch and dinner services. The restaurant has room dividers dation and two restaurants. Restaurant Bølgen is located with- available if needed. Restaurant Bølgen consciously uses local in the hotel and the historic whaling vessel Isqueen is in the produce in all its dishes, and has its own wine list. Bølgen is center of the hotel village. Both restaurants have fully equipped perfectly suited for groups and individual travelers in the Vest- kitchens manned by excellent chefs, waiters and staff. erålen and Lofoten Islands.

Isqueen is a specialist in Nordic tapas ,with both a bar and a Booking for groups: Contact [email protected] or wine bar, alongside international cuisine and signature dishes call + (00) 47 76 15 29 99. The drive from Vesterålen Kystho- only served here. Isqueen is divided in a lounge area and a tell to Sortland takes about 25 minutes, to Andenes expect a restaurant, with the possibility of outdoors serving on deck with 2 hour drive and Svolvær is about 1 hour, 40 minutes away a stage for entertainment. With its maritime interior Isqueen included ferrytime. Harstad Narvik/Evenes Airport (EVE) is ap- both tastes, looks and feels like ocean and Arctic coastal cul- proximately 2 hours 10 minutes, while Stokmarknes Skagen ture. Isqueen can seat up to 70 guests. Airport (SKN) is approximately 6 minutes.

Restaurant Bølgen is used for our breakfast service and is suited for both individual guests and larger groups for our

4 restaurant Info: address: Postboks 64, 8455 Stokmarknes, Location: Distance by car to Stokmarknes Host: Roar Wedding / Roy Odd Schøyen city centre (Hurtigruten) 1 min , Stokmarknes Tel: +47 997 44 674 / 76 15 29 99 Airport 6 min, Svolvær/Lofoten incl. Ferry 1 h 40 e-mail: [email protected] min, Harstad/Narvik Evenes Airport 2 h 10 min, [email protected] Andenes 2 h, Sortland 25 min. Web: vesteralenkysthotell.no/nb-no/

Hildreland – Northern light, wildlife & activities – Norwegian lifestyle & culture

Close encounters with eagles, spectacular landscapes, the natural Accommodation elements, local lifestyle and history «The house on the edge» at Ringstad is the perfect coastal accommodation for a relaxing holiday. Enjoy the good life, taste the deli- Available November – March 2017/2018(budget) cious local food, and sleep deeply in traditional holiday houses by the A visit to the vast landscapes and dramatic mountains of Vesterålen sea. Your friendly host and guide speak fluent English and German. Islands in Northern Norway allows you to experience something out of the ordinary and gather ‘once in a lifetime’ memories. Here you Included: can relax, recharge your batteries and give your mind a well-de- - Airport transfer (Evenes/Sortland – Ringstad return) served rest. Vesterålen is one of the best spots in the world to see - 5 nights in self catering houses with 3-4 bed rooms the Northern lights and arctic wildlife – with moose, eagles, otters - Accommodation with 2 persons in twin room in cabin with shared and seals on your doorstep. Imagine yourself outdoors in the polar facilities (bathroom, living room & kitchen) night, with the cold air biting your cheeks as you watch the Northern - 1 welcome dinner & 1 outdoor dinner (3 courses) lights dancing across the sky. Enjoy the silence and calm of winter - Bed linen, towels and final cleaning included. by taking a snowshoe walk or a hike through the frozen landscapes - Local sightseeing with guide and minibus – and get close to the white-tailed eagle on a RIB tour. Learn the art - Eagle & Wildlife fjord safari with RIB boat of winter photography and keep the highlights of your winter adven- - Evening barbeque in outdoor shelter with open fire ture forever. During all the outdoor trips we will have a photographer - Hiking tour with snow shoes and guide with us. Small groups allow us to cater to each guest`s - Aurora wake-up service needs, capabilities and interests. - Every evening we are ready to go hunting for the Northern lights - All transports to the activities

Prices & conditions incl. commission for TO Additional activitets to book on request: * Per person in 3-4 bedroom houses with 2-8 persons * Winter kayaking NOK 890,- p.p. * Day trip to the old fishing village NYKSUND by minibus and guide. NOK 6600,-/5600,- (Nov-Dec) NOK 790,- p.p. * Per person in single room NOK 8300,-/7300,- (Nov-Dec) * Supplement for half pension 5 days: NOK 1790,- per person. * Fly & Drive: NOK 1000,- per person packages

5 Booking & contact: Hildreland AS: www.norwegianlight.no

Booking: [email protected]

Accommodation: Huset på yttersiden – www.yttersiden.no

Contact: +47 906 40 591 (Ann Karina)

Hildreland – Northern light, wildlife & photo guidance

Experience total silence, breathe, take in nature and the local cui- Accommodation sine at «The house on the edge» «The house on the edge» at Ringstad is the perfect coastal accommodation for a relaxing holiday. Enjoy the good life, taste the Available November – March 2017/2018 (comfort) delicious local food, and sleep deeply in cosy apartments by the A visit to the vast landscapes and dramatic mountains of Vesterålen sea. Your friendly host and guide speak fluent English and German. Islands in Northern Norway allows you to experience something out of the ordinary and gather ‘once in a lifetime’ memories. Here you Included: can relax, recharge your batteries and give your mind a well-de- - Airport transfer (Evenes/Sortland – Ringstad return) served rest. Vesterålen is one of the best spots in the world to see - 5 nights in apartments with 2 bed rooms the Northern lights and arctic wildlife – with moose, eagles, otters - 5 days full pension (breakfast, lunch & 3 course dinner) and seals on your doorstep. Imagine yourself outdoors in the polar - Bed linen, towels and final cleaning included. night, with the cold air biting your cheeks as you watch Northern - Local sightseeing with guide and minibus lights dancing across the sky. Enjoy the silence and calm of winter - Eagle & Wildlife fjord safari with RIB boat by walking through the frozen landscapes. On a fjord safari with the - Evening barbeque in outdoor shelter with open fire RIB boat you get close to the white-tailed eagle. Get a taste of the - Hiking tour with guide area, the locals and their way of life on a guided tour. Try out win- - Aurora wake-up service ter photography and keep the highlights of your winter adventure - Every evening we are ready to go hunting for the Northern lights forever. During all the outdoor trips, you will have a photographer - All transport to the activities and guide with you. Small groups allow us to cater for each guest`s needs, capabilities and interests.

Prices & conditions incl. commission for TO Additional activitets to book on request: * Per person apartment with 2 persons * Visiting the SAMI people and the reindeers – NOK 790,- * Day trip to the old fishing village NYKSUND by minibus and guide. NOK 9350,-/8350,- (Nov-Dec) NOK 790,- p.p. . * Per person in single apartment * Fly & Drive: NOK 1000,- per person NOK 12390,-/11390,- (Nov-Dec)

Booking & contact: 5 Hildreland AS: www.norwegianlight.no packages Booking: [email protected]

Accommodation: Huset på yttersiden – www.yttersiden.no

Contact: +47 906 40 591 (Ann Karina)

Huset på yttersiden – Autumn colours, outdoor activities and aurora Close encounters with eagles, spectacular landscapes, the natu- Accommodation ral elements, local lifestyle and history «The house on the edge» at Ringstad is the perfect coastal accommodation for a relaxing holiday. Enjoy the good life, taste the deli- Available Sept – Oct 2017/2018 (budget) cious local food, and sleep deeply in traditional holiday houses by the Autumn is the perfect time to visit Vesterålen, no crowds of sum- sea. Your friendly host and guide speak fluent English and German. mer tourists, mild temperatures and amazingly beautiful and colourful nature - red and gold leaves, mushrooms and berries Included: which the locals use to create tasty dishes. Already in August, - Airport transfer (Evenes/Sortland – Ringstad return) when the evenings are getting dark after months of constant day- - 5 nights in self catering houses with 3-4 bed rooms light, the Northern lights make their first appearance. Experience Accommodation with 2 persons in twin room in cabin with shared the calm of the autumn by taking a walk through the vivid land- facilities (bathroom, living room & kitchen) scape, hike to the top of a mountain with a breathtaking view - 1 welcome dinner & 1 outdoor dinner (3 courses) or go kayaking through spectacular fjords. Small groups allow - Bed linen, towels and final cleaning included. us to cater to each guest`s needs, capabilities and interests. We - Eagle & Wildlife fjord safari with RIB boat are arctic specialists and experts in getting you to the right place - Evening barbeque in outdoor shelter with open fire at the right time to maximize your arctic experience. Our guide - Guided Hiking tour is qualified to take groups on boat and outdoor trips, kayaking - Aurora wake-up service and photography guidance/workshops and speaks fluent English, - Every evening we are ready to go hunting for the Northern lights German and Norwegian. - All transport to the activities

Prices & conditions incl. commission for TO Additional activitets to book on request: * Per person in 3-4 bedroom houses with 2-8 persons * Kayak tour NOK 890,- p.p. * Extended photo course: 2 days intensive photo guiding incl. land- NOK 6600,-/5600,- (Nov-Dec) scapes, wildlife and aurora NOK 2990,- per person * Per person in single room NOK 8300,-/7300,- (Nov-Dec) * Supplement for half pension 5 days: NOK 1790,- per person.

packages Booking and contact: 5 Huset på Yttersiden, Ringstad, Ann Karina Jakobsen 8475 Straumsjøen Tel. +47 906 40 591 / Ringstad: www.yttersiden.no [email protected] Photographer Ian Robins: 15 % commission for tour operators is www.facebook.com/Ringstadsjohus included in the price.

Whalesafari Andenes - tailor made travel packages

Whalesafari Andenes is an incoming tour operator for Accommodation: hotel, cabins, family rooms, suites, the area that goes from Tromsø to Lofoten. We offer camping, apartments. tailor made travel packages including: Transportation: mini buses with 8 or 16 seats, buses with Activities: whale safari, puffin safari, Spaceship Aurora, 48 or 53 seats, Widerøe flights from Bodø, Evenes and Sami culture, dog sledging, snow shoe excursion, day and Tromsø to Andenes. night mountain tours, northern light observation (both with and without bus), northern light boat trips, bus sightseeing Board: lunches and dinner both buffet or à la carte, Sami with and with our guide, fishing tours, fish factory guided lavvo dinners, local cheeses, etc. tour, Andenes Lighthouse guided tour with coastal and lighthouse history, photo seminars and courses, etc.

Experience the Whale Kingdom on the island of Andøy! For rates, information and reservation, please, send an e-mail to [email protected]

Info: 5 e-mail: [email protected] Daniele Zanoni

Host: packages address: Pb 58, Web: www.whalesafari.no 8483 Andenes, Norway Tel: +47 76 11 56 00

Offersøy Feriesenter Explore Offersøy in your search for the Northern Lights!

Offersøy is situated on the southern tip of Norway’s largest island, Other activities that can be arranged on site is Deep sea fish- Hinnøya; and in the midst of the scenic countryside Vestbygda, ing, Dog Sledding, Farm Visits and a day trip to Svolvær to go where we provide accommodation in rooms, cabins and rorbus. Shopping. We can arrange and customize a program for you - or We offer activities and nature experiences in our 3 days, 4 days you can use Offersøy as a base and create your own individual or weekly programme; Hunting for the Northern Lights, Moose program. We promise to do our best for you to enjoy and have a & reindeer safari and a fantastic boat sightseeing tour where we memorable stay at Offersøy! watch Sea Eagles and other birds.

Capacity Price NOK 5 895,- per person – minimum 4 persons. 5 combi-room: bathroom in the Motel We can make special offers for smaller or bigger groups. 5 cabins: 2 bedrooms, living room, kitchen & bathroom Commission from 10 % given to tour operators. 5 rorbus: 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchen & bathroom Season: February - March Offersøy Feriesenter is open for bookings all year round. Price We offer Northern Lights-, moose- and eagle safaris, PRICE EXAMPLE: deep-sea fishing, boat rentals, scuba diving, hiking 3 nights stay in cabin with ready-made beds, half board or you can just relax and enjoy fine dining meals, 3 activities – Northern Lights evening, Eagle safa- experiences. ri, Moose safari and transport tour / retour Evenes airport. packages

5 Info: Tel: +47 769 33 900 Host: Gunnar Fenes E-mail: [email protected] Capacity: 60 persons Address: Offersøy, Web: www.offersoy.no 8412 Vestbygd, Norway

Offersøy Feriesenter – Experience the Lofoten Fishery on Offersøy!

The world’s largest cod fishery has been in the Lofoten Is- During the period 1st of March to 30th of April, we take lands for many generations. In late winter, the cod comes groups of minimum 4 persons who wants to experience (spawning cod) from the Barents Sea to spawn in the Vest- winter fishing. We offer 3 nights / 5 nights stay or we could fjord. Now you can get to Offersøy and join our fishing boat make a special offer for your group. It’s also possible to w/skipper on a fishing experience you will remember for a order half board / full board meals. long time...

Capacity • 4 persons in rorbu with ready-made beds, 3 x 4 hours 5 combi-room: bathroom in the Motel fishing tour with a local captain, fishing rods and fisherman 5 cabins: 2 bedrooms, living room, kitchen & bathroom suits, a sightseeing tour to Svolvær by mini bus and a local 5 rorbus: 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchen & bathroom passenger boat plus transport tour / retour Evenes airport. Total price for a 5 nights stay NOK 7 895,- per person. Prices Commission from 10 % given to tour operators. • 4 persons in rorbu with ready-made beds, 2 x 4 hours Season: March - April fishing tour with a local captain, fishing rods and fisher- Offersøy Feriesenter are open for bookings all year round. man suits plus transport tour / retour Evenes airport. Total We offer Northern Lights-, moose- and eagle safaris, deep-sea fishing, boat rentals, scuba diving, price for a 3 nights stay NOK 5 295,- per person. hiking or you can just relax and enjoy fine dining experiences.

Info: Tel: +47 769 33 900 5 Host: Gunnar Fenes

E-mail: [email protected] packages Capacity: 60 persons Address: Offersøy, Web: www.offersoy.no 8412 Vestbygd, Norway

www.visitvesteralen.com 53 THE CHARTER FUND The Charter Fund Northern Norway is a newly launched guarantee scheme, managed by the Northern Norway Tourist Board, designed to help tour operators and their charter airline partners establish new charter flights to northern Norway and the Norwegian Arctic Lapland region, by bringing in tourists directly by air transport. Financed by the counties of Nordland, Troms and Finnmark, the goal of the fund is to encourage tour operators to partner with our tourism stakeholders in northern Norway to build new tourism markets.

The charter fund is designed to help tour operators reduce • Troms County: Tromsø (TOS), Bardufoss (BDU) the commercial risks associated with aircraft chartering • Finnmark County: Alta (ALF), Lakselv (LKL), Kirkenes when establishing programs to Northern Norway.The (KKN) Charter Fund scheme is classified as state aid and is ap- • Svalbard (Spitsbergen): Longyearbyen (LYR) proved by the EFTA Surveillance Authority. www.eftasurv.int/media/decisions/303-13-COL.pdf. 2. All applications to the Charter Fund must be supported by the following three parties: The Fund (and applications for aid) will be administered in • The tour operator – the funding recipient accordance with the decision as outlined in the EFTA • A local provider at the destination. The application must Surveillance Authority approval notification. include a confirmation from a destination management company, a hotel, a tourist office or any other Who can apply? commercial provider of tourist services, that the tour Tour operators planning to implement charter tours to package will include land arrangements in Northern Northern Norway (i.e. the counties Nordland, Troms, Norway with a value of at least NOK 800,- per Finnmark, as well as Svalbard) can apply for aid from the visitor/per stay, and in addition a minimum of two nights’ Charter Fund. accommodation. • An airline. The operator must supply a copy of a Approval of applications contract or a valid offer from an airline, with all penalties, The applications will be processed confidentially. The obligations and responsibilities applicable to the Charter Fond management will seek necessary information operation included. in order to ensure the substance of the application. In addition to the criteria listed, competence, implementation 3. The minimum number of flights in the package and financial standing will be important factors in the program schedule is two. Priority will be given to evaluation process. longer package program schedules.

Criteria for assessing applications Application deadline 1. The Charter Fund will cover direct charter programs to The management of the Charter Fund must receive all airports in Northern Norway, including Svalbard, complete applications with all relevant information, at the equipped to receive category Boeing 737 or larger latest 90 days prior to arrival of the first flight. Application aircraft. The Charter Fund applies to the following forms will be available at airports: www.nordnorge.com/bransje • Nordland County: Bodø (BOO), Harstad-Narvik Evenes and www.avinor.no (EVE), Andøya (ANX) © MARTEN BRIL © MARTEN THE CHARTER FUNDNORTHERN NORWAY

How the fund works by the Charter Fund when aid is granted, penalty • The tour operator must base their calculations on a 80% mechanisms will apply, i.e. no reimbursement. cabin factor • The reimbursement will be issued in contracting currency. • The charter fund will reimburse the tour operator if the average Cabin Factor of a charter programme reaches Rejection of applications anything less than 80 %, with maximum coverage Northern Norway Tourist Board may reject an application reached with a cabin factor of only 60 % or less. if the fund limitations for each region have been reached. • The loss is calculated based on a calculated seat-price This also applies if any of the supporting partners of the with 80 % break-even, multiplied by the number of beneficiary are believed to be unable to meet the expect- “missing passengers”. The cost of empty-sectors may be ed commercial performance described in the application. included in the calculation. Passenger data will be based Finally, an application may be rejected if it is incomplete on the official numbers recorded by the Norwegian or does not comply with the published guidelines of the airport authorities (load factor is based on capacity Charter Fund. quoted in the airline contract). • Empty sectors will not be taken into account when Complaints and disputes calculating the average cabin factor, but may be included A Board of Appeal will adjudicate on complaints and or when the total eligible costs for the charter program is disputes. calculated. • If the tour operator claims that non-revenue passengers Other aid should be deducted from these numbers, it is the tour Aid under the Charter Fund may be cumulated with other operator’s responsibility to document beyond reasonable forms of aid. Funding of the same eligible costs under oth- doubt the identity of such passengers. er schemes will be coordinated by the Charter Fund and • The tour operator is obliged to report sales progress to the aid ceilings in the applicable guidelines will not be the administration of the fund from time of approval up exceeded. Operating aid under the Charter Fund cannot to the final departure. be cumulated with other support in respect of the same eligible expenses in order to circumvent the maximum aid Reimbursement parameters as laid down in the Regional Aid Guidelines. • Financial support (aid) will be paid to the tour operators from the Charter Fund after the charter program to Publicity Northern Norway has been completed and after the The processing of applications will be treated with full management of the Charter Fund has evaluated and confidentiality. The Charter Fund will each year publish a list confirmed that all award criteria are fulfilled. of finalized projects containing the recipient company, the • If a tour operator fails to comply with the criteria fixed amount of aid and the number of passengers concerned.

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