Svalbard Ski Expedition
SValbard Ski Expedition
We love Svalbard. With its extensive glacier systems, sweeping valleys and beautiful fjords it is an Arctic paradise. On this expedition you'll explore Svalbard's largest island (Spitsbergen) by ski and pulk which allows you to get up close and personal with the rugged beauty and spectacular terrain. We'll meet in Longyearbyen, the world's northernmost settlement, and take a day in town preparing before we travel down the wide valley toward our first camp. From here each day will be its own adventure skiing across valleys, ascending snow covered glaciers, and traversing alpine passes. At night we rest and rejuvenate with hearty meals in our expedition tents. This expedition is polar in nature which means we expect very cold temperatures and some challenging conditions which is exactly what we hope for. Join us for a fabulous week as we tour the Svalbard back country by ski & pulk. This is Arctic spring expedition travel at its best!
Dates & Rates
Dates:
April 1-9, 2025
Price: $4,500 USD
Participants receive a discount on our 6-day Polar Shakedown Training.
Inclusions:
Includes all group equipment, guide(s), permits, communication & safety gear, transfer to/from the our start and end point, most meals.
Itinerary
Pre-Expedition
Meet in Longyearbyen.
DAY 1 & 2
We will kick off the the expedition by spending the first two days in town preparing, packing and reviewing expedition skills. Nights are at a hotel or guesthouse of your choice (not included).
DAY 3-8
Get ready for adventure! We'll spend 6 days and five nights exploring the beautiful fjords, glaciers and mountain passes that dominate this landscape. Each route is chosen to maximize our time in Svalbard and is based on local conditions snow and sea ice conditions. On the 8th day we'll return to Longyearbyen and enjoy a final dinner together and a comfortable night at the guesthouse or hotel of your choice.
DAY 9
End of the expedition.
Qualifications
This expedition is for people who are in good shape and are eager to push themselves physically and mentally. The days can be long and the skiing, though not technically difficult requires that you maintain an appropriate pace. You will need to have very good cardiovascular endurance and the ability to pull a sled (between 25-35 kilos) for several hours at a time. Most importantly you need to be able to regulate your body temperature and energy so that you do not get too cold, too hot, or "hit the wall" with fatigue.Towards the end of the day it is critical that you have the energy reserves to help with the group camp chores.
This expedition can encounter extreme conditions including high winds, limited visibility, snow, rain, and cold temperatures. Living in such conditions 24 hours a day can be very challenging. You do not have to be a world class athlete to participate in and enjoy this expedition, but every ounce of training and preparation will help to make the expedition more enjoyable and safer.
Please contact us with further questions!
Equipment
Upon registration, you will receive a comprehensive gear guide that explains the importance of each item as well as gear recommendations from our past participants. Please contact us for more information about your personal gear and group gear for this expedition.
Several items on our equipment checklist are available from our store.
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