NORWAY
HUT TO HUT
CHALLENGE
NORWAY HUT TO HUT CHALLENGE
LEVEL
02
DAYS
06
TEAM SIZE
09
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LEVEL
02
DAYS
06
TEAM SIZE
09
YOUR MONEY IS SAFE WITH
A SECURE TRUST ACCOUNT
SECURE YOUR PLACE TODAY | £250
PRICE | £6,995
LEVEL
02
DAYS
06
TEAM SIZE
09
YOUR MONEY IS SAFE WITH
A SECURE TRUST ACCOUNT
SECURE YOUR PLACE TODAY | £250
PRICE | £6,995
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Mission: To ski-traverse across the stunning Hallingskarvet National Park whilst seeking the unique remote refuge of the Norwegian hut system.
Finse in Western Norway is the home of polar training, with a unique place in polar history. Our Hut to Hut Challenge is a step up from our Polar Skills Challenge, and will include longer distances and more undulating terrain. You’ll be skiing a challenging route, covering about 65km, led by renowned polar guides and starting and ending at the iconic Finse 1222 Hotel. During the expedition you will be staying in three of the 500 ‘DNT’ mountain huts in Norway which provide refuge in wilderness areas. You will be skiing through mountain passes, across frozen lakes, and into valleys, with stunning views of Hardangerjokulen and surrounding areas. Daily distances will increase incrementally as you further familiarise yourself with polar travel, whilst spending the evenings in the comfort of traditional Norwegian accommodation, listening to remarkable stories from record-breaking polar explorers.
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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
Expect steady skiing or walking over undulating terrain for several hours in low temperatures, with a light backpack or pulk. May include short-duration overnight field camps. Participants should have a good level of fitness and be able to conduct moderate outdoor activities in a cold-weather environment for several consecutive days. Minimal experience required as specialist skills will be taught and practised.
Our Challenges are positioned at 5 different Levels defined by three variable characteristics:
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LEVEL
Expect steady skiing or walking over undulating terrain for several hours in low temperatures, with a light backpack or pulk. May include short-duration overnight field camps. Participants should have a good level of fitness and be able to conduct moderate outdoor activities in a cold-weather environment for several consecutive days. Minimal experience required as specialist skills will be taught and practised.
Our Challenges are positioned at 5 different Levels defined by three variable characteristics:
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
Expect steady skiing or walking over undulating terrain for several hours in low temperatures, with a light backpack or pulk. May include short-duration overnight field camps. Participants should have a good level of fitness and be able to conduct moderate outdoor activities in a cold-weather environment for several consecutive days. Minimal experience required as specialist skills will be taught and practised.
Our Challenges are positioned at 5 different Levels defined by three variable characteristics:
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
2024
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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