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This dog sledding expedition will take you deep into the wilderness and give you more than just a taste of Arctic. It is definitely recommended for adventurers keen on experiencing dog sledding on Svalbard.

The expedition heads through wide valleys, across glaciers and over mountain passes to the remote east coast. We spend four nights in different tent camps during the expedition

.Minimum 4 persons and maximum 10 persons

Minimum age 18 years

Average physical strength

Itinerary

The guide will pick you up at your accommodation.

We begin our preparation for the expedition, take part in a safety briefing, prepare the sleds and meet the friendly dogs. Each member will be allocated their own team of 5-6 dogs. We help each other to harness the dogs to the sleds.

We will head east through Adventdalen, then north into Eskerdalen and Sassendalen, where we set up the first camp. During the first day we will take the time to familiarise ourselves with the dogs and the equipment. All participants are requested to participate in setting up the camp and feeding the dogs. After an unforgettable day we snuggle up in our sleeping bags while the dogs surround the camp and keep watch for polar bears.

The day starts with a solid breakfast before we pack down the camp. Our journey continues through the magnificent Arctic landscape, with only the sound of our sleds in the snow, just like the early polar explorers. The route heads through Fulmardalen, passing glaciers and hilly terrain on the way towards the thrilling east coast. Each participant will be instilled with an amazing sense of freedom. By the late afternoon the guide will select an area for the next campsite, and you will realise that you are already getting the hang of the end of day routines.

On the east coast we have a good chance of seeing ring seals and the “King of the Arctic”, the polar bear. We plan to spend some time here, to increase our chances of seeing wildlife. From the east coast the expedition continues across glaciers, through huge valleys and past magnificent mountain scenery. Your dog-sledding abilities will develop rapidly over this time, and you will come to appreciate our four-legged friends for the way they work, and see how affectionate these strong and mighty dogs are. By the end of the day we arrive at our last campsite.

In the afternoon/early evening we will reach the kennel, welcomed by the howling dogs. After five fantastic days it is time to say goodbye to your four-legged friends.

Be aware that weather and snow conditions may affect our expedition and we may be delayed back to Longyearbyen.

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