Challenger
Titan Challenger Expedition Down Jacket
01/09
Finse Expedition Challenge
A serious, multi-day expedition into the frozen Norwegian wilderness, aimed at those with a taste for polar exploration and the ambition to go further.
240,000.00 L
The Finse Expedition Challenge is designed to develop and test both resilience and competence in all the elements required for a successful mission into the world’s extremities.
It takes place on the same plateau where Shackleton, Scott and Amundsen came to train for Antarctica. We’ll endure temperatures down to -20C with wind chill and experience isolation and fatigue, skiing up to 20km a day hauling a loaded pulk behind us. before setting up camp under the stars. You’ll return with advanced expedition skills, increased resilience, new friends made, courage reignited.
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Finse, Norway — 10 Day Weather Forecast
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Invigorating Experiences, Personal Development
First base is the Finse 1222 hotel, named for its elevation above sea level.
After a convivial night and appropriately hearty breakfast, we’ll leave as a team from the hotel direct into the National Park - equipped to ski across frozen lakes, ascend glaciers and spend four nights camping on the ice.
Increased Resilience
We’ll endure extreme conditions, skiing Telemark-style for up to eight hours each day across challenging terrain. We’ll navigate our way through the wilderness, pulling our equipment behind us. We’ll set up camp each night in sub-zero conditions, survive on freeze-dried meals and keep our spirits up with conversation before sleeping with just a tent between us and a canopy of infinite stars.
A core part of the team
Our guides will ensure everyone develops the skills required to thrive in the environment and play a full part in the expedition team. You’ll have the opportunity to lead from the front, assisting with communications and establishing camp.
Spectacular Hospitality
Hotel Finse 1222 comes with magnificent views of the frozen Lake Finsevann and the Hardangerjokulen glacier beyond. The inside is as welcoming as only Norwegians know how: firewood, food, friendship, fulfilment and an encouraging portrait of Sir Ernest in reception.
We’ll return to this haven for a well-earned last evening together, featuring fabulous food that tastes better than ever and the sense of fulfilment that comes with testing your own limits and coming through as a team.
Equip Yourself For This Challenge
Testimonials in the Press
“It was probably the best experience of my life so far.”
“Inarguable proof that my physical and mental strength is far more than I ever gave myself credit for.”
“It had only been a short expedition but I was already planning my next – it turns out there’s no turning back once you’ve had a taste of real adventure.”
“The journey is as much inward as it is outward.”
“I felt a huge appreciation for the natural world and people who encompass the spirit of endurance.”
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