Kayaking in Reine 皮划艇
July 3, 2026
Today, our ship docked in Reine, one of the most iconic fishing villages in the Lofoten archipelago. We took a short walk around the village, enjoying its beautiful surroundings. Near the dock, we came across traditional fish-drying racks, but only fish heads were hanging from them. We also admired a beautifully situated soccer pitch, surrounded by towering mountains and the sea—certainly one of the most scenic soccer fields we had ever seen.
Steve and I joined a kayaking excursion, as Reine is widely regarded as one of the best places in Norway to experience sea kayaking. It took nearly an hour to get everyone fitted with the proper gear and into our kayaks. The tour operator provided windproof jackets, waterproof spray skirts, and life jackets, all of which proved to be essential. Compared with my previous kayaking trips in other parts of the world, I had never been given this much protection. The chilly Arctic air and cold seawater made me appreciate every layer.
Once we were on the water, our guide led us through the calm, sheltered fjords surrounding Reine. We paddled at a relaxed pace past towering granite mountains and traditional fishing cabins. Along the way, we sampled edible seaweed straight from the water, listened to the occasional calls of seabirds, and, most importantly, paddled hard to keep up with the group. The two hours on the water rewarded us with breathtaking scenery and a peaceful atmosphere that felt both intimate and timeless.
Last night, our ship crossed the Arctic Circle, and today we held a special ceremony to celebrate the occasion. Prizes were awarded to the passengers who had correctly guessed the time we would cross the Arctic Circle. Then, following tradition, buckets of ice were poured over the heads and down the backs of some brave volunteers. We really admired their courage—after all, the rest of us were bundled up in thick down jackets just to keep warm!
Shortly after we left Reine, the sky turned cloudy, bringing the kind of weather we had expected for summer in northern Norway. We felt especially fortunate to have enjoyed calm waters and sunshine during our kayaking adventure, making the experience even more memorable.
Our three-course dinner included crispy fried cod tongues, smoked duck breast, artichoke hearts with oyster mushrooms, and Arctic char from Sigerfjord, followed by dessert. Everything was beautifully prepared and delicious.
2026年7月3日
今天，我们的邮轮停靠在雷讷（Reine），这里是罗弗敦群岛最具代表性的渔村之一，也被誉为挪威最适合体验海上皮划艇的地方之一。
我们二位男士报名参加了皮划艇之旅。女士们则下船自由活动，同时为我们拍照留念。光是穿戴装备、分配船只就花了将近一个小时。旅行社为我们准备了防风外套、防水裙（spray skirt）和救生衣，后来证明这些装备都是必不可少的。相比我过去在世界其它地方划皮划艇的经历，从来没有享受过如此完善的保护措施。北极海域冰凉的海水和清冷的海风，让我更加体会到这些装备的重要性。
下水后，向导带领我们划入雷讷周围平静而避风的峡湾。我们沿着巍峨的花岗岩山峰和传统渔夫小屋（rorbuer）缓缓前行。途中，向导摘下生长在海里的海藻让大家品尝，大家一边听着海鸟不时传来的鸣叫声，一边欣赏四周壮丽的景色。当然，更重要的是，我们还得不停地奋力划桨，跟上整个队伍的速度。
虽然在水上只有短短两个小时，却让我们收获了最美的风景。四周宁静得仿佛时间都慢了下来，人与大自然融为一体，那种平和、亲近的感觉，令人久久难忘。
昨晚上我们的船穿越北极圈，今天举行庆祝活动。给猜对过北极圈时间的乘客发奖，同时按惯例往那些勇敢的自愿者头上，脖子里泼冰块。很佩服那些自愿者，要知道我们是裹着厚厚的羽绒服的。
离开雷讷后，天空渐渐被云层覆盖，也终于呈现出我们原本预期的挪威北部夏季天气。回想起来，我们能够在阳光和风平浪静的天气里完成这次皮划艇之旅，实在是十分幸运，也让这段经历更加难忘。