Musher’s Dream
A unique dog sledge and camping expedition from Longyearbyen to the west coast of the Isfjorden through open valleys, over ice covered fjords and on to 1,000 year old glacier ice. We will pass the old mining village of Pyramiden, the mountains at Tre Kroner, visit the research town of Ny-Ålesund and drive our dogs through the majestic glaciers at Oscar II Land.
Dates: May 2021 – ask for dates
Price: From £7,140 per person
Leader: Experienced local leader
Key info: Minimum 3 people. Nine days’ sledging. Drive your own dogs and help set up tents, feed the dog team and prepare dinner. No prior experience needed but you need to be in good physical shape. A demanding trip due to weather, wind and low temperatures, rough terrain and its duration.
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Fiona’s travel tips
DID YOU KNOW: Svalbard has more than 20 per cent of the world’s population of polar bears? Be aware that those travelling outside Longyearbyen must take precautions against polar bears – but don’t worry – your leaders will keep you safe.
AVAILABILITY: The summers are short and hotels fill quickly so book early to avoid disappointment.
TOP TIP: Don’t be caught out by the weather – which can change quickly. Depending on the time of year you are travelling and the trip you are joining, some of the expedition kit will be supplied locally.
WEATHER: Strong winds can occur in late autumn and winter, but are rare from late March to mid-October. Snow and sleet are not uncommon in winter.
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Clients’ comments
“The three days/two nights I spent at Isfjord Radio were wonderfully relaxing – easy hiking by my standards, the open boat trip to Alkhornet and the glacier-face (picnic on the beach) was bracing, the food was exceptional – fine dining really.”
Anne Robinson, Walking in Nordenskiöld
“A good, challenging camp/hike tour in extreme polar outback. I particularly enjoyed hiking in the hills with the team. They were spread across different hotels at the start and the other travellers had not been pre-informed as well as me. Thank you for your help and for all the arrangements.
Alan Haselden, Hiking across Nordenskiold