Spitzbergen by Dogsled and Snowmobile
Spitzbergen is the king of Arctic destinations: nowhere else in Europe is so far north, so rugged and so spectacularly remote. This very special trip provides a comprehensive exploration of a fascinating winter wilderness. We travel by snowmobile to reach a 'frozen-in ship' for a unique 'Shackleton-style' experience - the MV Noorderlicht is frozen into the pack-ice of Templefjord and faces the snout of the dramatic Von Post Glacier.
Polar bear sightings are not uncommon near the boat, and at all times we need to keep our eyes peeled for these magnificent but potentially dangerous animals. Once back in the tiny capital of Longyearbyen we take a fantastic day trip by dogsled to an impressive ice-cave. Spitzbergen is also an excellent place to see Northern Lights at their most spectacular.
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Price Includes |
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Return flights from Heathrow to Spitzbergen on SAS, airport transfers |
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Accommodation |
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2 day snowmobile expedition to ship (2 persons per snowmobile), Day trip on dogsleds to ice cave |
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Meals: All breakfasts, 3 lunches and 1 dinner |
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Thermal Arctic Clothing for all activities |
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Tour leader throughout |
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Suitability / Level |
Demanding |
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Small Group Travel
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Max Group Size |
12 |
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Itinerary
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Day 1 - Fly to Longyearbyen via Oslo and Tromso arriving after midnight; overnight in Trappers Lodge in Longyearbyen.
Day 2 - Half day dogsledding trip, followed by early evening snowmobile ride to Templefjord; overnight on the MV Noorderlicht.
Day 3 - Full day snowmobile expedition from the ship, looking for Polar Bears and exploring the magnificent scenery. Possible routes include a visit to Von Post Glacier or the remote east coast. Second night on the ship.
Day 4 - Return to Longyearbyen by snowmobile, perhaps following the dramatic highland route; overnight in the Trappers Lodge.
Day 5 - Free morning. Fly from Longyearbyen to Heathrow via Oslo.
Equipment Provided:
You will be issued with essential Thermal Arctic clothing: insulated
overalls, insulated boots, mittens, balaclava, ski goggles and a fur-lined
hat.
Essential Equipment and Clothing:
In addition to your normal daily clothes, you will need the following:
In colder temperatures you should wear full winter clothing under your overalls: thermal underwear, thin gloves (to wear under provided mittens); jogging bottoms, fleece trousers; at least two warm fleeces and a ski jacket or down jacket.
Other essential equipment: casual footwear for evenings and travelling; torch (head-torch recommended, with spare batteries); water bottle (thermos flask optional); towel; swimming costume (for optional saunas); sunglasses; sun-cream and lip salve. |
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Accommodation
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Standard Hotel, Lodge or Gite – no-frills hotel, usually with twin rooms and en suite facilities. Service and amenities are generally adequate.
Lodge & Frozen-in ship
Our base in the capital is a hotel styled on a 'Trapper's Lodge' built from drift wood and with plenty of atmosphere. Here we stay in comfortable twin and triple rooms with private bathrooms. Our two nights on the 'frozen-in ship' is a truly unique experience. The S/V Norderlicht has 10 guest cabins with 2 beds each and there are good facilities (including hot showers) on board.
Single Accommodation twin rooms for sole occupancy are bookable at £280 per trip, for all nights accommodation. |
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