This is one seriously cool Best Life Adventure, in more ways than one. The magnetic magic of the Northern Lights has long been a drawcard to explore the frozen tundra of the Arctic Circle; hence, our Arctic Challenge was born.
This Extreme Dreams expedition sees us power our way to the heart of snow-covered wilderness in the depths of winter, with the iconic Aurora Borealis to light our way.
Together, we tackle an endurance journey across the frozen landscape, towing our gear-laden pulka (sled) between remote huts in the middle of a vast, untouched wilderness high in the Arctic Circle.
To end our week, we climb aboard dog sleds for a safari race across mountain ranges, carve through deep powder, and race through snow-laden pine forests.
But that’s only half of it. We’ll also enjoy several other mad experiences best suited to the Arctic environment think ice lake immersions in the snow followed by sauna sessions and ski shots to warm the cockles.
This will be a true challenge of the mind and body for us all. Stepping away from comfort and taking on something new is the epitome of adventure, right? Who knows what we’ll find when we get out there.
Physically, this is one of the toughest expeditions you’ll ever take on. So grab your down jacket, find your winter gloves, chuck on your snowshoes (we provide all of these, don’t worry) and embark on the adventure of a lifetime.
See you in the Arctic.
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MINIMUM NUMBERS - this expedition is subject to a minimum number of paying guests and once reached, the expedition is guaranteed to go ahead if not, it will be cancelled, and you can transfer amounts paid to an alternate expedition, departure date or receive a full refund.
INSURANCE - We highly recommend that you take out personal travel insurance within seven days of booking this expedition, which will ensure you are covered if things go pear-shaped. In the past we’ve worked with several different companies and have had the best customer experience and speed of response with World Nomads, but the decision is 100% yours if you have a preferred company.
It's finally time to embark on your incredible Extreme Dreams: Arctic Challenge 2027. Make sure your bags are packed, you're physically and mentally prepared, and ready for the adventure of a lifetime.
Welcome to Kittilä, our gateway into Finnish Lapland, set among dramatic winter landscapes deep in the polar region. Known as one of the world's best places to witness the Northern Lights, this is where our Extreme Dreams expedition begins. Please ensure you arrive by midday to meet the group at Loimu Resort.
From here, we'll collect your essential winter clothing before boarding our private transport, which will take us north to Hetta and deeper into the Arctic wilderness.
On arrival, you'll check into your shared cabin for the night and meet your guides for the first part of our Arctic adventure. We'll gather to review maps, assess weather conditions, and walk through the itinerary together before sitting down to a hearty group welcome dinner. It's an early night, as the adventure truly begins tomorrow.
We leave the comfort of our starting point behind and take a transfer to Hetta, where our journey into the Arctic wilderness begins.
We strap on our snowshoes, load the sleds, and head up the valley along a trail that winds through silent birch forest before opening out onto exposed, frozen Arctic tundra, where the true challenge of the expedition starts to reveal itself.
Today we snowshoe 12 km from Pallastunturi to Nammalakuru, our first wilderness hut.
On arrival, we light the fire, get the stove going, and take time to soak in the remoteness of this incredible place. And if we’re lucky, the Northern Lights will dance across the sky above us.
Waking up in the Arctic wilderness is an incredible experience. We take some time to soak in the stillness of our surroundings before preparing the sleds for the day ahead.
Today we hike 12 km from Nammalakuru to Hannukuru, travelling across open tundra and through quiet winter landscapes to reach our next wilderness hut.
On arrival, we settle in, get the fire going, and enjoy another night deep in the Arctic wilderness.
Leaving the comfort of the hut behind, we venture back into the frozen Arctic wilderness as first light touches the horizon far to the south. We walk as much as possible during the twilight hours, reducing the time spent under a headtorch at the end of another physically and mentally demanding day.
Keep your eyes peeled for moose, Arctic fox, and reindeer as we move through gorges and across frozen lakes.
Today we hike 12km to the top of Outtakka fell and back to Hannukuru, reaching our next wilderness hut deep in the Arctic landscape.
Our final day on foot marks the end of our wilderness journey. Leaving the hut behind, we set out across open terrain, gradually making our way towards civilisation as the landscape softens around us.
Today we hike 1 km from Hannukuru to Ketomella, where our snowshoe journey officially ends.
From here, we transfer by taxi to Pallas Husky, near Pallas, for a relaxed and well-earned evening. We settle in with a warm dinner, enjoy the comfort of a sauna, and take time to unwind after several demanding days in the Arctic wilderness.
It’s a gentle landing after an unforgettable journey through some of the most remote landscapes in the Arctic.
After breakfast, we head out for a full day husky adventure deep in the Arctic wilderness.
Today is about settling into the rhythm of long-distance travel by dog sled. We spend the day driving our own teams across snow-covered trails, learning to work in partnership with the dogs as the landscape unfolds around us. This is a physically and mentally immersive day, demanding focus, teamwork, and endurance.
We spend the day learning the basics, building confidence on the sleds, and enjoying an easy ride through the surrounding winter landscape, getting a feel for the rhythm of travelling with a husky team.
It’s a gentle day designed to recover, learn, and ease into the next phase of the adventure.
We overnight in the Harriniva's wilderness hut
With the experience of the previous day behind us, we head out for another full day of dog sledding across the Arctic landscape.
This day is about flow and confidence, settling fully into the rhythm of long-distance travel by dog team as we move through forests and open terrain. There’s time to absorb the scale and stillness of the environment, with a break for lunch out on the trail before continuing on.
As the day winds down, we leave the wilderness behind and travel on to a comfortable hotel in the region. A warm meal, proper beds, and time to rest offer a welcome contrast after days spent immersed in the Arctic wilds.
After a relaxed morning recovering from our days on the tundra, we enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading out to try a new means of transport to move across the frozen landscape.
We'll take the weather conditions into account and either jump on fat bikes with spiked tyres, X-country skis or something else to surprise you all. Rest assured, it'll be epic.
There's time in the afternoon to grab some souvenirs, visit the town and prepare yourself for the jounrey home
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