Arctic Snorkelling Excursion in the Lofoten Archipelago from Ballstad

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3 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 8 years-old and up
From€114

Embark on a fun-filled snorkelling excursion in the Lofoten Archipelago from Ballstad and discover the diverse marine life of the Arctic Circle!

Embark on a fun-filled snorkelling excursion in the Lofoten Archipelago from Ballstad and discover the diverse marine life of the Arctic Circle! Welcoming adventurers ages 8 and up.

Located in Northern Norway (in the Arctic Circle), the Lofoten Archipelago is world-renowned for its stunning landscapes, majestic fjords, and diverse species of wildlife, both on land and sea. For those seeking an underwater excursion like none other in Lofoten, this activity is for you! No prior snorkelling experience is necessary.

Your adventure begins at the Lofoten Diving base in Ballstad, where you and your group (a maximum of 8 participants) will be greeted by your experienced instructor. They will provide a safety and itinerary briefing before giving you all the equipment you need for the excursion, including a wet or dry suit, fins, mask, tuba, hood, and gloves.

Once everyone is changed, you'll set off via RIB (rigid inflatable boat) with your instructor to the best snorkelling spots in the Lofoten Archipelago. After you've arrived, your instructor will give an introduction to snorkelling and snorkelling techniques. Now, the fun starts! You'll plunge into the Arctic waters in the company of your instructor who is happy to point out different aquatic species. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled, you may see kelp forests, fields of algae, urchins, starfish, jellyfish, and an array of big fish and crabs!

At the end of your snorkelling excursion, you'll be taken back by RIB to the original departure point in Ballstad. Back at the base, you'll change out of your snorkelling gear and will be treated to a hot cup of coffee or tea. Warmed up and refreshed, you'll head back to your accommodations happy with your time spent snorkelling in Lofoten!

Discover the amazing aquatic world of the Lofoten Archipelago on this snorkelling excursion in Lofoten from Ballstad. Book your next adventure in Norway today!

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Practical information

Course of events

- Arrival at the departure point in Ballstad

- Meet your experienced instructor

- Safety and itinerary briefing

- Put on your wet or dry suit

- Receive your equipment

- The adventure begins!

- Departure via RIB to the snorkelling site

- Put on your snorkelling equipment

- Introduction to snorkelling techniques

- Dive into the water!

- Return to the original departure point in Ballstad

- Change clothing

- Hot coffee or tea

Activity requirements

Please be advised that all participants must know how to swim.

Special terms

Please note that the snorkelling location varies depending on the weather forecast.

Wet/Dry Suits:

In the winter, you will dive in a dry suit. Please bring long, wool underwear.

In the summer, you will be provided with a wet suit or a freediving suit. Please bring a swimsuit to wear underneath.

All participants under 150 cm (4'9'') are provided with 7mm AquaLung wet suits or 7 mm freediving suits.

Meeting point:
Lofoten Diving, Øyaveien 31, 8373, Ballstad, Norway
Spoken languages:Norwegian, English
Included
  • Instructor
  • Wet or Dry suit
  • Gloves
  • Hood
  • Mask
  • Fins
  • Tuba
  • RIB boat transportation to snorkelling site
  • Coffee or tea
Excluded
  • Transfer
Do not forget to bring
  • Dry clothes
  • Towel
  • Flip flops
  • Swimsuit or wool underwear (see special terms)
  • Contact lenses (if you wear glasses)
  • Snacks
  • Water

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OLGA B., Australia — 11/09/2023
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Cool and novel experience!

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