Vikings of the Lofoten

Ride in the footsteps of the Vikings on the back of incredible Icelandic horses! Exploring the magical Lofoten archipelago from horseback together with tasting the Scandinavian cuisine and lifestyle is an experience you will not regret.

Best period

March - October

Price

From € 2.170

Ideal length

6 days/5 nights

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Highlights

Ride through the remarkable Lofoten archipelago, a place like nowhere on earth.
See the northern lights or midnight sun, two fascinating natural phenomena, from horseback.
Enjoy riding on the Iceland horse, one of the most iconic horse breeds across the world.
Get a taste of the trendy Scandinavian cuisine and lifestyle.

Quick facts

At a glance

During this multiday riding tour you’ll experience the remarkable landscape, culture and history of the Lofoten archipelago from horseback. Located far north of the Arctic Circle, Lofoten is a place like nowhere else on earth. Idyllic fishing villages with coloured houses, majestic mountain peaks, deep arctic fjords, squawking seabirds and scenic beaches. You’ll explore this magical environment from the back of the incredible Icelandic horses.

Riding a different route every day, you’ll enjoy five riding days with an average of 5 – 6 hours in the saddle per day and a shorter ride on the first day. This shorter ride will start at 10:00 pm. Depending on the season, this will allow you to see the midnight sun or (if you’re lucky) the northern lights from horseback! The day rides will take you, among other places, to unspoilt beaches and rocky valleys on the islands of Gimsøy and Vestvågøy. A few nights the horses stay where you finished the day’s ride while you shuttle back to the lodges, so you get to explore different areas of the Lofoten archipelago. You’ll also have the opportunity to visit the traditional Aalan Cheese Farm.

More information

Your home for the week are brand-new, Scandinavian-style lodges located just off the beach at Hov. The lodges are oriented toward the north with a spectacular view towards the northern lights in autumn and winter, midnight sun in summer and the great ocean, which makes them unique in Lofoten. There is a sauna and hot tub available to book for private use (not included).

Breakfast and dinner is served at a rustic restaurant, located at walking distance from the lodges. It’s a unique venue built in a more than 70-years old beautifully redecorated barn house. The restaurant offers traditional local food as well as a modern cuisine, allowing you to get a taste of the delicious Norwegian cuisine. Lunch is consumed en route of the day rides.

What do others say?

Laure-Anne had prepared the trip incredibly well and really counts down with you until the moment you leave. Amazing! During the trip, there was nothing to worry about. Carefree enjoyment of the horses, the people, the beautiful nature, accommodations and the delicious food. What a beautiful part of Spain too, which you might otherwise never visit. What I find a very big plus: having had some lesser experiences myself in terms of the welfare of the horses on horseback rides, it is blissful that Outside the Corral values this so highly. And how well the horses were looked after there!
Laura Pillen
We were looking to go on a horse riding holiday (3 experienced riders) and Outside the Corral helped us pick the Tuli Safari in Botswana - it was an amazing, unique experience! Great sightings, very knowledgeable guides, good horses that were very well looked after, incredible camps, and not to forget the great service and food. Outside the Corral gave us a detailed itinerary with packing tips and for whatever questions we had left, they would reply immediately. If you’re looking for an incredible travel experience, I would 100% recommend booking with Outside the Corral!
Rhé Slootmaekers
I would have probably visited Argentina, but the unforgettable experience and memory for me lies in the place where OTC, Laure-Anne, took me. An intimate and family farm hidden in the vast Argentine pampas, which exudes grandeur through its unique hospitality, combined with a gastronomic exploration of the local cuisine. The warm and homely feeling experienced over days is reflected in the care for the horses. This makes the trip more than just a trip, it creates a memory imbued with countless wonderful stories. I highly recommend this location and Laure-Anne's guidance.
I recently had the privilege of embarking on an authentic riding holiday in Botswana, organised by the fantastic team at Outside the Corral. I cannot express enough how extraordinary this experience was! I would like to express my sincere thanks to Outside the Corral for putting together such a unique and enriching experience. This trip went beyond a holiday, it was an immersion in the beauty and authenticity of Botswana. If you are looking for adventure, connection and memories that will last a lifetime, look no further. Thank you Laure-Anne for making my riding holiday in Botswana truly incredible!
Amber de Tollenaere

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