Norway Retreat
Manshausen Island, Steigen
Private retreat destination - Custom dates
Escape to a private island in the Arctic Circle
Experience a curated Arctic sea and mountain adventure. Retreat to Manshausen - a private island situated in the Steigen Archipelago off the coast of Northern Norway, famed for its spectacular juxtaposition of steep mountains, vivid green seas, and award-winning futuristic architecture. Stay in your own secluded sea cabin, with floor to ceiling glass walls, revealing the most wondrous ocean vistas and glimpses of the Northern Lights. Thrive on daily yoga and feel energized on guided kayak and hiking trips. Enjoy seasonal, regional cuisine, prepared by Manshausen’s celebrated chef and connect with like-minded adventurers next to a crackling fire, or in the Nordic sauna.
Anticipate a journey with…
A private island
Stay on Manshausen, a private island owned by Norwegian explorer, Børge Ousland. It is situated with unprecedented views of the breathtaking Lofoten fjord, and is entirely isolated, giving you the feeling as though you are suspended in place and time. This is the perfect retreat location; unplug, unwind, reconnect with the mountains and the sea!
Delicious, regional food
Breakfast at Manshausen is buffet-style, with fruits, yogurt, muesli, cheeses, cured meat and smoked salmon, eggs, breads, jams and preserves. Lunch is a single course light meal, usually a pasta or rice dish with salad. Dinner is a special affair, as the talented Manshausen chef treats us to a 3-course ritual. Almost all ingredients are seasonal, local and organic.
Kayak adventure in the fjords
The kayak is a humble yet ingenious vessel that gives you an intimate connection with the waters. Regardless of the season, kayaking is something that everyone can enjoy! We’ll be safely guided on a 4hr kayak trip through the surrounding fjord. Drysuits and kayak equipment will be provided, as well as warm drinks and lunch.
Guided hike to a Norse cave!
We’ll be guided on a 2-3hr hike and cave exploration to Resshola Cave. The starting point for this trip is Oksholmen on the northern edge of the fishing village of Nordskot. We climb upwards from there through woodlands until we reach Resshola, a 140m deep hidden cave steeped in history. We’ll have lunch packs and warm drinks.
Aurora Borealis
Retreat to Manshausen between October and March and you can see Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis). In October and Feb-March you can also enjoy enough daylight hours to take advantage of adventure activities. Don’t forget to take in the mystical ‘Artic blue light’ in the long dusk periods after sunset!
Daily yoga & meditation
Reset and rejuvenate on a fun holiday with like-minded people! Daily yoga is an enabler for you to make the most of your time on Manshausen, giving you an energy boost, calming your nervous system, bringing you to the present moment, and helping you to truly appreciate and enjoy the stunning natural surrounds!
Your InRetreat guide
Nina integrates poetry, personal transformation and unique insights to her practice, enriching body movement with meaning. Her classes are playful, flowing and accessible to all levels, offering an inclusive space where everyone can discover their own personal edge and cultivate presence in a grounding and nourishing atmosphere.
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THIS RETREAT CAN BE BOOKED WITH AN INRETREAT GUIDE, OR CAN BE SELF-GUIDED (AND WE’LL ENSURE EVERYTHING RUNS SMOOTHLY!)
This retreat is for you if you:
Are a nature lover with a thirst for adventure.
Want a unique travel experience where all the fine details and logistics are taken care of for you.
Enjoy wellness rituals
Are seeking a nature-orientated holiday that feeds your soul and invites you to connect, recharge, reflect.
Appreciate organic, regional cuisine.
What you can expect:
The most awe-inspiring, pristine wilderness in the Arctic Circle
Every detail of your trip will be taken care of, you can focus on ENJOYING it!
Daily, unlimited use of a Nordic sauna - with optional ice plunging, and optional daily yoga.
Time each day to relax, reflect, journal, or do whatever feeds your soul.
Exquisite, regional and organic food, prepared fresh
Booking and travel
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5 nights accommodation on Manshausen Island
All meals - breakfast, lunch and 3-course dinner daily
Yoga classes, led by an InRetreat guide, or a Norwegian local instructor (optional)
4-hour guided kayak adventure through the fjord
3-hour guided hike and cave exploration
Unlimited use of the Nordic sauna
Return private boat transfers - Nordskot to/from Manshausen Island
Express boat return tickets Bodø to Nordskot.
Gift bag
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Flights and travel to/from Bodø ferry terminal.
Visas
Alcoholic and other beverages
Hot tub rental
Other activities/adventures bookable direct with Manshausen
Tips and gratuities (in Norway tipping is not expected/required)
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Arrival
Fly to Bodø Airport (BOO). Connections to this small regional airport are through Oslo Gardermoen International Airport (OSL). From here it is a 5 minute bus, or taxi, to Bodø Sentrumsterminalen båt (which is the smaller of the 2 ferry ports in Bodø). The daily express boat from Bodø (Sentrumsterminalen båt) to ‘Nordskot hurtigbåtkai’ (Steigen) takes 1.5 hours, and departs at 18:00 every day. So you need to get to Bodø Sentrumsterminalen båt no later than 17:30.
The ferry arrives at Nordskot at 19:20, and the friendly Manshausen staff will be there to meet you, and will take you directly across to the island via private boat.
Departure
We depart on the 07:55am ferry leaving Nordskot for Bodø Sentrumsterminalen båt.
The Manshausen boat will take you to the Nordskot harbour by 07:30. You arrive back in Bodø by 09:30. The Bodø Airport is 5 minutes in a bus or taxi from the harbour.
If you require any further assistance with additional travel in Norway, please ask and we will gladly assist.
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These rates are an indication of pricing for a 5 night all inclusive package. This retreat is fully customisable, and your final rates are dependent on your dates and requirements.
Single occupancy cabin (1 person):
€ 4,000
Double occupancy cabin (2 persons):
€ 6,000
All inclusive rates for towers
Single occupancy tower (1 person):
€ 5,000
Double occupancy tower (2 persons):
€ 7,000
BOOKING TERMS
A deposit is required to secure your booking.
Balance payment is due 60 days prior to start date.
** PLEASE NOTE: All cabins have a queen bed and it is not possible to separate this into 2 twin beds. All cabins have a second room with a bunk bed, so two friends sharing do not have to share the same bed, however, the second room with a bunk bed does not have the same floor-to-ceiling glass views as the queen bed.
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