Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail

Overview

This program is designed for experienced ski mountaineers who have mastered ski techniques both for ascent and descent in challenging snow-covered alpine terrain. A typical day involves ski climbs on mountaintops averaging heights of 700—850 meters (2,300—2,800 feet) and downhill skiing from those points. Accumulated altitude you might climb over a given day can exceed 1,000 meters (3,280 feet).

Duration:	8 days
Passengers:	30 passengers
Embarkation Point:	Longyearbyen
Disembarkation Point:	Longyearbyen
Physical rating:	Adventure
Fly/Cruise:	Cruise only
Single Supplement:	Unavailable

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Itinerary
- Day 1/8 - Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen - Ski & Sail
  
  This program is designed for experienced ski mountaineers who have mastered techniques both for ascent and descent in challenging snow-covered alpine terrain. A typical day involves climbs on mountaintops averaging heights of 700 - 850 meters (2,300 502,800 feet) and downhill skiing from those points. Accumulated altitude you might climb over a given day can exceed 1,000 meters (3,280 feet).
  
  An accurate route cannot be determined in advance due to variable weather, sea, wildlife, and avalanche considerations. The map outlines a possible (but not final) route in the regions of Kongsfjorden, Isfjord, and Prins Karls Forland. This route serves as a rough guide only. The expedition leader makes the final decision as to the daily adjustments. Flexibility is paramount in this type of cruise. Ski mountaineers must bring their own equipment.
Please consider that our voyages are expeditionary in nature. This means, that there are no concrete itineraries, your captain and expedition leader will utilise their vast experience to chart the best course for your expedition depending on the climatic and environmental conditions. Mentioned highlights and wildlife cannot be guaranteed.
Adventure Activities

Ski Mountaineering

Interested in something slightly more adventurous than shoreline walks and wildlife watching? Our ski mountaineering trips give you an invigorating up-close experience of the rugged peaks and majestic mountains flanking the high Arctic fjords. Along the way, you’ll be able to enjoy all the usual perks of polar expedition cruising: expansive scenery, exploratory outings, and the chance to see all manner of exotic Arctic wildlife.

USD$ 530 per person
Inclusions

Inclusions / Exclusions

Included in your Expedition
- Comprehensive pre-departure material
- Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
- All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea
- All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac
- Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme
- AECO fees and governmental taxes
- Transfers and baggage handling between the airport, hotels and ship only for those passengers on the group flights to and from Longyearbyen
- Free use of snowshoes

Not included in your Expedition
- The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided)
- Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges
- Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended)
- Pre- and post- land arrangements
- Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
- Government arrival and departure taxes
- Meals ashore
- Passport and Visa expenses
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Vessel

S/V Rembrandt Van Rijn was originally built as a herring lugger. The vessel was rebuilt as a three-masted passenger sailing schooner in The Netherlands in 1994 and sailed in Spitsbergen and in Galápagos. The vessel underwent a complete rebuilding and refurbishment program
in 2011.
The ship is well suited for expedition cruising among small islands and offers excellent open deck viewing areas, even when under sail.