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Sigrid Handlykken

Sigrid grew up on the remote archipelago of Svalbard, Norway, and developed a passion for nature at a young age. After pursuing adventurous sports including paragliding, speedflying, skydiving, and kayaking after high school, she was a speedflying instructor and later earned a degree in nature guiding. Sigrid currently lives in Sunnmore, where she shares her knowledge of Norway's land and culture with travelers. When she is not leading trips, you can find her skiing (in the winter) or kayaking (in the summer), as well as pursuing a master's degree in nature-based tourism. "I enjoy showing guests the hidden gems of Norway," she says, "and I work to tailor the best experiences for each individual guest or group."

Upcoming Trips with Sigrid

Hiking Norway’s Lofoten Islands and Beyond

Jun 17 - 25, 2025

Jul 21 - 29, 2025

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Client Testimonials

Sigrid was a delightful addition to our trip. She is very experienced in the areas where we were hiking, and was a great help during the days she was with us. She is very attentive to the needs of the group, and was able to support some of the hikers in a respectful manner that allowed them to do difficult hikes. She added a great deal to the trip by sharing about her growing up in Norway, about her ancestors' life in the valley where we were hiking, and about wildlife and local customs. We were very lucky to have her join us!

Kathleen F.

Fargo, ND

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