Finse Polar Skills Challenge Private Booking
NORWAY PRIVATE POLAR CHALLENGES
LEVEL
1-3
DAYS
4-10
TEAM SIZE
3-9
YOUR MONEY IS SAFE WITH
A SECURE TRUST ACCOUNT
PRICE ON REQUEST
PRICE | £6,995
LEVEL
1-3
DAYS
4-10
GROUP SIZE
3-9
YOUR MONEY IS SAFE WITH
A SECURE TRUST ACCOUNT
PRICE ON REQUEST
LEVEL
1-3
DAYS
4-10
TEAM SIZE
3-9
YOUR MONEY IS SAFE WITH
A SECURE TRUST ACCOUNT
PRICE ON REQUEST
PRICE | £6,995
BOOK A 30-MINUTE INTRODUCTORY CALL WITH OUR CHALLENGES TEAM TO FIND THE RIGHT SHACKLETON CHALLENGE FOR YOU.
The life-changing alternative to the annual ski trip.
At Shackleton, we understand the value of shared experiences and the joy of conquering challenges together. For the first time, all Shackleton Finse Challenges can now be booked privately by groups of three or more. Private Challenges offers families and groups the ability to elevate their winter experience from the repetitive annual ski trip and do something totally new and life affirming.
Each Private Challenge will have its own dedicated guide who will tailor the Challenge to the group’s needs. Whether that be pushing yourselves harder and further, creating indelible memories with children (14 and older) or working around particular health issues, any need can be met. If booking a Private Challenge for a larger group, a small discount is available also.
Only accessible by snow train with the nearest road 15 miles away, Finse is a true winter wilderness, a far cry from the crowded ski resorts of the Alps and Rockies. No prior experience is required, not even conventional skiing. During the week you’ll learn expedition skiing techniques and polar exploration skills, culminating in a mini overnight expedition across the tundra.
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It was probably the best experience of my life so far. The ice crystals in my hair quickly melted, but my sense of personal polar pride remains at a plateau. By endurance we do conquer, it seems.
LEVEL
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Your introduction to polar skills. Expect steady ski-touring or hiking over undulating terrain for several hours, in low temperatures, with a light backpack or pulk. You should have a fair level of fitness and be able to conduct moderate outdoor activities in a cold-weather environment for several consecutive days. Minimal experience is required as all of the specialist skills will be taught and practised during the Challenge.
On Private Challenges the level can be customised to the individual needs and goals of the group.
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LEVEL
Your introduction to polar skills. Expect steady ski-touring or hiking over undulating terrain for several hours, in low temperatures, with a light backpack or pulk. You should have a fair level of fitness and be able to conduct moderate outdoor activities in a cold-weather environment for several consecutive days. Minimal experience is required as all of the specialist skills will be taught and practised during the Challenge.
On Private Challenges the level can be customised to the individual needs and goals of the group.
ENVIRONMENT ↓
FITNESS ↓
EXPERIENCE ↓
Expect steady ski-touring or hiking over undulating terrain for several hours, with a light backpack or pulk in cold temperatures. Participants should have a basic level of fitness and be able to conduct moderate outdoor activities in a cold-weather environment for several consecutive days. Minimal experience is required as all of the specialist skills will be taught and practised during the Challenge.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
PRE-CHALLENGE PREPARATION ↓
EQUIPMENT ↓
TRAVEL ↓
ACCOMODATION ↓
MEALS ↓
LEVEL
Your introduction to polar skills. Expect steady ski-touring or hiking over undulating terrain for several hours, in low temperatures, with a light backpack or pulk. You should have a fair level of fitness and be able to conduct moderate outdoor activities in a cold-weather environment for several consecutive days. Minimal experience is required as all of the specialist skills will be taught and practised during the Challenge.
On Private Challenges the level can be customised to the individual needs and goals of the group.
ENVIRONMENT ↓
FITNESS ↓
EXPERIENCE ↓
Expect steady ski-touring or hiking over undulating terrain for several hours, with a light backpack or pulk in cold temperatures. Participants should have a basic level of fitness and be able to conduct moderate outdoor activities in a cold-weather environment for several consecutive days. Minimal experience is required as all of the specialist skills will be taught and practised during the Challenge.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
PRE-CHALLENGE PREPARATION ↓
EQUIPMENT ↓
TRAVEL ↓
ACCOMODATION ↓
MEALS ↓
AVAILABILITY
2025
2025
MEET YOUR GUIDES
We work with some of the very best polar guides, ensuring the highest possible safety, tuition and expertise on every expedition. Every Shackleton Challenge has at least two highly-qualified guides, led by Director of Expeditions Louis Rudd, and managed by Expedition Manager, Wendy Searle – between them they have accumulated thousands of miles on foot in polar regions. You will have several interactions with Wendy and Louis prior to departure, they will advise on pre-expedition training, kit recommendation and what to expect when on a Shackleton Challenge.
We work with some of the very best polar guides, ensuring the highest possible safety, tuition and expertise on every expedition. Every Shackleton Challenge has at least two highly-qualified guides, led by Director of Expeditions Louis Rudd, and managed by Expedition Manager, Wendy Searle – between them they have accumulated thousands of miles on foot in polar regions. You will have several interactions with Wendy and Louis prior to departure, they will advise on pre-expedition training, kit recommendation and what to expect when on a Shackleton Challenge.
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