#66 | Sailing Arctic Norway: The Majestic Øksfjord Glacier – A Breathtaking Natural Wonder!

🌊 Join us on an unforgettable *Arctic sailing adventure*! 🌊 In this episode, we set sail from Skjervøy across the mighty Kvænangen Fjord into the breathtaking Jøkelfjord, home to Norway’s 9th largest glacier – Øksfjordjøkelen. Sadly, this massive shield glacier is melting at an alarming rate, and we witness firsthand the roaring waters cascading into Isfjorden – a stark reminder of climate change’s impact on our planet. 📉 60 years ago, this glacier reached the sea… by 2100, 80% of Scandinavia’s ice could be gone! We take in the mind-blowing scenery while reflecting on this glacier’s future. ⚓ The journey doesn’t end there! On our way back to Skjervøy, we change plans due to weak winds and set course for Tromsø, where we welcome our Swiss friends of long, Nora & Thomas. Together, we head to Årøya, navigating tricky submerged rocks before enjoying a sauna session, a fishing competition, and an epic Swiss National Day celebration with cheese fondue and a bonfire on shore! 🔥🧀🇨🇭 👉 Don’t miss this episode! Like, comment & subscribe for more Arctic explorations! 📍 *Locations Visited* ✔️ Skjervøy ✔️Tromsø ✔️ Lyngenfjord ✔️ Jøkelfjord & Øksfjordjøkelen Glacier ✔️ Isfjorden ✔️ Årøya ⏳ *Timestamps* 00:00 Departure from Skjervøy to Jøkelfjorden 02:00 Øksfjordjøkelen - The dying Giant 05:09 Back to Skjervøy 08:54 Back to Tromsø 14.38 Guests on board 19:07 Another gem of the far north - Årøya 🎵 *Music from Epidemic Sound* Bright As Tears by Ruiki Zhao Berceuse by Patrik Almkvisth The Trick by Sleepaway Camp Moving Out Moving In by Jay Taylor National Anthem Switzerland by National Anthem Worx Our Happily Ever After by Johannes Bornlof How Will I Cope by The Eastern Plain 📺 *Watch More* https://youtu.be/WfOCqhJDtlA https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRvcLZL9-pokLoV22O1OP3p5eR32J-SDD 📍 *Follow Our Journey* 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sailingpolaris 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sailingpolaris 🌍 Blog: https://www.sailingpolaris.uk 🛥️ *Ever dreamed of sailing the world?* Join us aboard Polaris Helvetica, our beloved Bavaria Cruiser 46, as we explore breathtaking coastlines, hidden gems, and the beauty of life at sea! 🌊 *What to Expect* ✔️ Stunning ocean views & epic sunsets ✔️ Off-the-beaten-path destinations ✔️ Sailing tips, challenges & triumphs ✔️ Hiking adventures in remote locations 🚢 *Subscribe & hit the bell 🔔 to never miss an episode of our sailing adventures!* https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAym9YS0z1-qYm-s47pNEfw?sub_confirmation=1 💬 *What’s your dream sailing destination?* Tell us in the comments! ⚓ *See you on the water—fair winds & following seas!* #ArcticNorway #ØksfjordGlacier #NaturalWonder #SailingAdventure #BreahtakingViews