Norway

The skiing we do in Norway is all human powered, for this reason and the fact that the days are long, we recommend this trip to experienced backcountry skiers with intermediate to advanced skiing / snowboarding abilities and good fitness levels.  Ideally, you have been ski touring throughout the winter to be comfortable on a number of full days out!

• A certified U.I.A.G.M / A.C.M.G mountain guide
• Transport from Tromso Airport
• Food at Lyngen Lodge

Whitecap and Whitecap International cannot make exceptions to the cancellation policy for any reason, including personal emergencies and weather.

All cancellations must be received in writing. If we receive your cancellation more than 10 weeks prior to the start of your trip, you have two options:

a) We are happy to rebook your reservation if you find an alternative date of the same season at Whitecap and McGillivray Pass Lodge, or Whitecap International.

b) We provide a full refund, less a $400 administration fee

If notice is received less than 10 weeks prior to the starting date, no money will be refunded.

For more information about our cancellation policy, please contact us by calling toll-free at 1.604.862.9757 or by email at info(at)whitecapalpine.ca

We strongly recommend that all guests purchase trip cancellation insurance and most
importantly trip medical and evacuation insurance.

Although getting to the hospital is free in Norway, being in the hospital is not. Basic travel insurance does not cover this and we want to ensure that you are adequately protected in the event of an injury.

We highly recommend our insurance partner https://www.globalrescue.comfor our international insurance
needs. They provide comprehensive medical, evacuation and repatriation coverage. Please go to our Whitecap link here https://ss.globalrescue.com/partner/whitecap/index.htmlread through the information and details and lock in a policy that works for you. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.

Ski Equipment

• Ski boots (well-fitting, ski-touring boots recommended)
• Skis or splitboard snowboard
• Ski poles (adjustable type recommended)
• Adhesive climbing skins (Fitted to width and length of your skis/board)
• Ski/ splitboard crampons
• Light harness
• Ice axe
• Backpack capacity: 30-40 litre (2000-2400 cubic Inches)
• Avalanche probe
• Snow Shovel
• Avalanche Transceiver (457 KHz single frequency)
• Spare transceiver batteries (purchase new ones & check for correct size)
• Ski goggles
• Glacier glasses/sunglasses
• Insulated water bottle (Camelback or other hydration system)
• Small thermos (optional)

Ski Clothing

• All-weather ski pants (Schoeller type fabric)
• Long underwear, shirt and bottoms (poly-pro/wool blends)
• Fleece tops and bottoms (wind-stopper)
• Warm socks (3 Pair)
• Ski gloves / Mitts / Waterproof Outers (2 pair)
• Gore-tex outer jacket / parka (with hood)
• Gore-tex over pants
• Down/Synthetic jacket (warm, “puffy” type jacket)
• Neck gaiter/tube
• Toque (ski hat)
• Sun hat (baseball cap or sombrero) & bandana

Other Important Stuff

• Personal first-Aid & blister Kit (second skin, compeed, athletic tape, personal medications, Ibuprofen, etc…)
• Earplugs
• Sun block (high SPF rated or zinc-type ointment)
• Camera & film (spare camera batteries and/or charger for digital cameras, plus USB connector)
• Repairs & spares kit (for own model of A/T, telemark, or snowboard binding Systems)
• Personal liquor supply, wine preferably in boxes (due to weight restrictions, beer is available at Lodge)
• Headlamp or flashlight
• Reading materials, notebook, pencil, map of Area (small one provided for use)