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DOG SLEDDING IN THE LAND OF THE MIDNIGHT SUN
18-24 January, 8-14 February 2009
Into the Arctic Circle, sledding over 200 kilometres from our base camp into the wilds of the most northern European country of Norway: this event will prove the ultimate challenge for many participants.
An odyssey of ice; the teamwork between human and dog means the difference between life and death. Indeed, our experience is that participants will need to go right back to basics, with many effectively re-learning the simple truths of life as a result of their experiences. The nature of the event means that it is run with a relatively small number of participants (13 maximum). Each participant will have his/her own sled, pulled by 4-6 huskies. An ATD expedition leader, supported by an experienced expedition doctor and a local guide, will head up the expedition.
WHAT IS IT LIKE?
- Dates: 18-24 January, 8-14 February 2009
- Number of Days: 7
- Difficulty level: Moderate to difficult.
- Terrain: Snowy and icy, hilly in sections, (may involve running in the steep sections).
- Accommodation: Lodges 2 nights, cabins 3 nights, hotel 1 night.
- Trekking Time: 8 hours activity, 25-60km per day
- Altitude: N/A
- To view an article written by a past dog sledder click here.
ITINERARY
- Day 1- Fly to Alta via Oslo, then a briefing from the expedition leader.
- Day 2 - We will be shown how to work the sleds and introduced to the dogs. Once everyone has got the basics, we will be on our way through the forest to our next lodge.
- Day 3 - We will start the day by feeding the dogs before heading off to Maze.
- Day 4 - Today the terrain is slightly mountainous as we sled to Mollisjock, so there will be lots of up and downhill sections.
- Day 5 - Following the Jiesjokka River we will make our way to Jotka and Jiesjavri Lake. Sledding on the frozen lake gives a real sense of being in the middle of nowhere.
- Day 6 - Our last day is downhill all the way as we head to Gargia, where a hot tub and sauna await us!
- Day 7 - Back to London.
PRICES:
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Option 1
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Option 2
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| Registration fee: £350 |
Registration fee: £350 |
| Tour cost (exc reg fee): £1670 |
Minimum Sponsorship: £3500 |
| Insurance: £76 |
Insurance: £76 |
| (if taken out before 31 Dec 2008) |
(if taken out before 31 Dec 2008) |
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TESTIMONIALS:
"There are no words to be said as none can sum up how
absolutely fantastic the past week has been."
Laura, Norway adventurer
"Thanks for the most amazing week here in Norway. The trip surpassed all expectations and was even better by the superb staff. Excellent company, great food and surprisingly comfortable accommodation". Anthony, Dog Sledding Open Event
Adventurer.
