• Polar adventure in the heart of the Arctic Circle
  • Polar adventure in the heart of the Arctic Circle
  • Polar adventure in the heart of the Arctic Circle
  • Polar adventure in the heart of the Arctic Circle
  • Polar adventure in the heart of the Arctic Circle
  • Polar adventure in the heart of the Arctic Circle
  • Polar adventure in the heart of the Arctic Circle
  • Polar adventure in the heart of the Arctic Circle
Finland

Polar adventure in the heart of the Arctic Circle

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In summary

  • Sports
  • Duration
    8 days
  • Level
    All levels

    Levels

    All levels
    Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision, program, or group will be tailored to each person's level.
  • Destination
    Europe / Finland
  • Age
    Up to a 90imum of years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    85.71 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    🇬🇧
    English
    🇫🇷
    French
    🇪🇸
    Spanish

In a few words

Venture into the heart of the Arctic wilderness and discover the Arctic as few travelers ever get the chance. Guided by a team of experts and in a small group, you'll learn expedition techniques and experience an authentic adventure in one of the most spectacular environments on Earth.

This trip has been designed to challenge you, inspire you and offer you a total immersion in Arctic expedition life.

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The highlights

  • Small group tour led by Arctic specialists
  • Comfortable accommodations with a private sauna in each chalet
  • Base camp located in the heart of the tundra, far from any civilization
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Sport

Level

Snowshoeing

All levels

Levels

All levels
Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision, program, or group will be tailored to each person's level.
Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision, program, or group will be tailored to each person's level.

In figures

Nordic backcountry skiing

  • Average duration/day: 4h

Snowshoes

  • Average duration/day: 2h

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 1 to 7 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇬🇧
English
🇫🇷
French
🇪🇸
Spanish
Ronan Mullen
Ronan Mullen

Ronan has over three decades of professional experience in the outdoor industry.


His current certifications and qualifications include:

  1. International Mountain Leader (Mountain Guide)
  2. Winter ML Training
  3. Rock Climbing Instructor
  4. Arctic Expedition Guide Level 2
  5. Swiftwater Rescue Technician
  6. Flood Rescue Technician
  7. Rope Rescue Operator
  8. EFR - over 29 years in mountain rescue
  9. a national diploma in civil engineering as well as a diploma in Earth and Ocean Sciences.


He is a true enthusiast when it comes to maps and geology!

Ronan excels in the art of juggling all the roles.

Management

Security

Our guides place your safety as their top priority.


We constantly assess the risks and adapt the program according to the conditions and the group's level. We will also teach you how to cope with the cold, as this is a common concern for many participants.

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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Days 6 to 7
Day 8
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    Arrival

    • Transportation Bus - 02h30 - 150km
    • Accommodation Shared chalet
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    Bus transfer from Tromsø airport

    Day 1

Note

The itinerary is very flexible and adapts to the conditions as well as the level of the group.

Remember that you'll be skiing and snowshoeing in your hiking boots. This means you won't have to worry about fit issues, blisters, or discomfort.

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

Access

Departure
Kilpisjärvi, Finlande
Day 1 : 20h00
End of stay
Kilpisjärvi, Finlande
Day 8 - 08h00

A shuttle from Tromsø Airport is included and will depart from the airport on the evening of February 5th at a set time. A return shuttle will depart from Kilpisjärvi early in the morning of February 12th for Tromsø Airport. You can also arrange your own transportation to Kilpisjärvi.

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Price details

The price includes

All specialist equipment hire: skis/sleeping bags/jackets/pulks etc.

All meals during the itinerary

Airport transfers

Itinerary accommodation

Expert tuition & guiding by our UIMLA Certified International Mountain Leaders

Very comfortable Chalet Accommodation

The price does not include

  1. Flights
  2. Travel insurance
  3. any extra excursions

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

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Since 1999, our local partner has been creating exceptional outdoor adventures, from the wild landscapes of the Wicklow Mountains to Arctic expeditions. Led by passionate and expert guides, the agency carefully designs each experience, whether it's trail running in Ireland or ski touring in the Far North. With meticulous logistics and top-quality equipment, they invite travelers to step outside the ordinary and discover the extraordinary.
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