Unlock the Skiing Few Will Find

A sailboat grants access to terrain unreachable by overland travel: hidden fjords, remote islands, and peaks beyond the reach of most skiers. In Finnmark, mountains drop directly into the Arctic Ocean, offering a variety of natural ski lines, while in Svalbard, glaciers and ridges rise from icy fjords alive with wildlife. Ski touring and sailing share a similar rhythm: focused effort, sustained energy, and moments of awe.

Life Onboard

Although cabins might be compact, life aboard is both comfortable and practical. Each vessel provides warmth, hot water, drying facilities, excellent food, and snug bunks for resting between outings. Whether on a 56-foot yacht along Finnmark’s coastline or a 113-foot vessel navigating Svalbard’s archipelago, the crew ensures your safety and wellbeing while creating a welcoming, home-like atmosphere. With a small group, the boat quickly feels like a floating basecamp.

Experience the True North From Sea to Summit

Reaching the mountains is an adventure in itself. Each morning, a short dinghy ride takes you ashore, from where you skin up peaks rising directly from the sea. In Finnmark, expect long descents through bowls or steep couloirs spilling into fjords, while in Svalbard, skiing beneath hanging glaciers presents the chance to spot seals, walruses, or even polar bears in the distance. After each run, the sailboat moves to the next anchorage in search for the best weather and snow often arriving at a new mountain zone by evening. This seamless rhythm of sailing and skiing turns the Arctic into your personal backcountry playground.

Ski the Arctic With Those Who Know It Best

We go beyond the well-known routes to explore lesser-travelled corners of Finnmark and Svalbard. Travelling in early spring provides the best snow conditions and fewer skiers, allowing access to more untouched lines. Captains and crews bring decades of Arctic experience, combining professionalism with a spirit of adventure, while IFMGA-qualified guides adapt each day’s route to conditions and group ability. Every climb and descent is tailored to the group’s skill and ambition, with flexibility to explore new terrain. This is not merely a ski trip; it is a true Arctic expedition.

Head of Experience Design & Guides

Fred Buttard

Fred is a French IFMGA Mountain Guide with 25 years’ experience leading ski trips and expeditions around the world, with a focus on northern Scandinavia. He has been guiding in Finnmark since 2007 and also pioneered trips in the Swedish mountains. At KMX, Fred designs our journeys and oversees our team of guides. You can contact him with questions about destinations, local conditions, weather and snow, history and culture, or technical advice on skiing and kit.

Hospitality Operations Manager

Marije Elgersma

Marije, from the Netherlands, is passionate about creating seamless and memorable experiences. With a background in event coordination, from international SUP events to years in office and retail management, she brings care, optimism, and a hands-on approach to everything she organises. You can contact Marije with practical questions about your trip, from itineraries to packing advice. If she doesn’t have the answer straight away, she’ll coordinate with the team and get back to you.