I’m delighted to be partnering with Reclaim Yourself for this magical, mid-summer retreat in the Arctic wilderness of Senja Island, Norway - a land of towering mountains, pristine fjords, and untouched nature.
The retreat blends mindful yoga with active exploration, including beautiful hikes and wild swims in crystal-clear icy waters. As the midnight sun circles overhead, night never quite arrives, giving you time to wander, pause, and absorb the quiet beauty of this extraordinary place.
The Location
Our destination is the northwest coast of Senja Island, an incredibly beautiful part of Norway where steep, majestic mountains plunge straight into the sea and pearly white beaches fringe a small archipelago of uninhabited islands.
Our destination is the northwest coast of Senja Island, an incredibly beautiful part of Norway where steep, majestic mountains plunge straight into the sea and pearly white beaches fringe a small archipelago of uninhabited islands. You will stay in stylish apartments set around the harbour of an old fishing village, with uninterrupted views out to the water.
Arctic experiences and the midnight sun
Your retreat includes four unforgettable experiences, each designed to connect you with the wild nature all around us.
We will go on a full-day guided hike up Husfjellet mountain, where sweeping panoramic views reveal the rugged beauty of Senja’s coastline.
You will also enjoy a gentle body-rafting journey, floating along an Arctic stream.
Another day takes you up the trail to Sukkertoppen mountain to enjoy views of our retreat home from above.
Our highlight is a magical evening on a remote Arctic island, reached by boat or kayak, where you can bask in the soft, unending glow of the midnight sun.
End your day with a soothing yoga session to relax your mind and body after a full day outdoors. After dinner, take a peaceful stroll around the harbour, where the soft glow of the sun casts a dreamlike shimmer over the water. Before you head to bed, Anna will offer an optional nidra session to help you drift into a deep, restful sleep
For those seeking even more excitement, you can book additional activities such as a kayaking trip, paddleboard rental, or an exhilarating E-bike and wild swimming expedition. Or you can choose to unwind with a hot tub and sauna session, with views over the fjords and mountains beyond.
Yoga Programme
For those who wish to you can start your day with an optional cold-water dip in the fjord, invigorating your senses before you immerse yourself in a rejuvenating morning practice.
Morning sessions provide a nourishing slow, flowing practice with meditation and relaxation, supporting bodies, hearts and minds in opening to ourselves and the stunning scenery around.
Afternoon sessions will focus on slowing, soothing and stilling after the day’s activities.
Post-dinner yoga nidra / relaxation sessions are offered to support a restful sleep (all the more needed with the midnight sun!).
Sessions are open to all levels and variations given so that guests can adapt to their needs.
Accommodation
We have 15 places available on this retreat. Our retreat location is in beautifully designed apartments set around a harbour, surrounded by mountains.
You will stay in stylish apartments set around the harbour of an old fishing village, with uninterrupted views out to the water. You’ll stay in two or three bedroom suites. All the bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms and you’ll share a living room with floor-to-ceiling-windows and amazing views.
Our retreat location is a hotel, so we won’t have the place to ourselves but we have a group of apartments, our own dining space and a peaceful private yoga room with views out to the fjord.
Who is the retreat for?
This retreat includes active days exploring the fjords by foot and kayak. A good level of fitness is needed to fully enjoy the hiking, kayaking and cold-water swimming woven into the programme.
Yoga sessions offer options for all levels of experience. Each day brings the chance to hike, bike or kayak through the landscape, and a love of cold-water swimming, or a genuine curiosity to try it, will help you get the most from the experience.
What's included
5 nights accommodation
Return transfers from Finnsnes to the retreat
3 meals a day, tea, coffee and water
9 yoga sessions
Unlimited fjords swims
1 midnight sun island experience (kayaking or a boat trip)
1 arctic gentle body rafting experience
1 full day hike to Husfjellet mountain
1 hike up Sukkertoppen
1 hot tub, sauna and sea swimming experience
Price and booking details
This retreat is run in partnership with Reclaim Yourself retreats and they are managing all the bookings.
Places range from £2395 - £2795.
If you have any questions about the yoga, please do contact me. If you have questions about the retreat in general, please contact Reclaim Yourself.
Please note that the retreat takes place on Senja island, which you can reach from Tromsø. You will need to fly to Tromsø (TOS) either arriving the evening of 8th or the morning of 9th July. For your return on 14th July, you can take any flight departing after 12.00 midday.