Spitsbergen Dog Sledge Safari
Visit Longyearbyen and join an incredible five-day dog sledge
safari where we will stay at a tented camps on frozen fjords
and in valleys with wonderful views of majestic glaciers in
the distance.
This is an incomparable expedition among the silent valleys,
frozen fjords and snow covered glaciers – all participants
should be reasonably fit and prepared for extreme temperatures,
and the exact itinerary of our days will be dictated by weather
and snow conditions. Participants are expected to help to
prepare for each trip, assist around the camp and feed the
dogs.
Beginning in Longyearbyen, we meet our guide and the dogs for a morning briefing, before helping to pack the equipment and being taught how to drive the sledges.
We set out towards Reindalen, marvelling at the wonderful scenery we sleigh by, with nothing but the panting from our huskies and their patter of paws upon the snow to disturb this absolute silence.
We set up our camp and, after preparing the food for both ourselves and the dogs, there will be time to relax and learn more about life in the Arctic.
The following morning we plan to cross three glaciers on our way towards the east coast. This is the realm of the polar bear and we may be lucky enough to see some of these magnificent creatures over the coming days, as our journey leads us north along the coast and over glaciers and mountain passes up to 700m high. Breathtaking views across the pack ice and mountains behind provide a stunning backdrop to our trip before we finally make our way back to Longyearbyen. You will have the following day to explore Longyearbyen and maybe visit the museum or gallery before a farewell dinner at Spitsbergen Hotel.
Departure
dates and prices for 2009 |
| Dep dates |
Twin |
Single
Supp |
| May 2, 9, 16 |
£2460 |
£50 |
Prices
are in £s per person based on two
people travelling together sharing a twin room.
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Flight information:
Flights with SAS Braathens (Via Oslo and/or Tromsø)
Regional Departures:
Please call our advisors for availability and supplements.
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| DAY 1 |
Fly to Oslo and stay overnight
at an airport hotel. |
| DAY 2 |
Fly to Longyearbyen, overnight
stay at Spitsbergen Guesthouse. (B) |
| DAY 3 |
Transfer to the Husky camp for briefing
and preparations. Sledge towards the east coast and set up tented camp. (B, L, D) |
| DAYS 4-6 |
Weather permitting we plan to continue east, then north along the coast. Overnight in tented camps. (B, L, D) |
| DAY 7 |
Arrive Longyearbyen in the evening. Overnight at Spitsbergen Guesthouse. (B, L, D) |
| DAY 8 |
Free time in Longyearbyen for visits. Overnight at Spitsbergen Guesthouse. (B, L, D) |
| DAY 9 |
Depart for return flights. (B) |
The
price includes |
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Return economy flights
from London Heathrow, including applicable taxes
and service charges. Current fuel surcharges. |
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Overnight stay at an airport hotel
in Oslo including breakfast |
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3 nights at Spitsbergen Guesthouse including breakfast |
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3 day dog sledge safari including
full board |
| Not included: Travel
insurance; luggage handling; excursions; transfers;
tour manager; optional carbon balancing fee (£5
per person). |
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All participants should be reasonably
fit and prepared for extreme temperatures, and the exact itinerary
of our days will be dictated by weather and snow conditions.
Participants are expected to help to prepare for each trip,
assist around the camp and feed the dogs.
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