EXTREME DREAMS: ARCTIC TRI-NATION CHALLENGE 2027
This is one seriously cool Best Life Adventure – in more ways than one.
20-28 January 2027
Fitness level: Highly Active
Cost: A$8500 / person
The magnetic magic of the Northern Lights has long been a drawcard to explore the frozen tundra of the Arctic Circle; hence, our Tri-Nation Arctic Challenge was born.
This Extreme Dreams expedition sees us power our way to the nexus of three snow-covered countries in the depths of winter, with the iconic Aurora Borealis to light our way.
Together, we tackle an endurance journey across the frozen wilderness, towing our gear-laden Pukla (sled) across the border of Norway and Finland before resting in remote huts in the middle of a vast frozen 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, which are best suited to the Arctic (think ice lake immersions in the snow followed by sauna sessions and ski shots to warm the cockles). This will be a true challenge to the mind and body for us all. To step away from comfort and take 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 Norway!
THE EXPERIENCE
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It’s finally time to embark on your incredible Extreme Dreams: Tri-Nation Arctic Challenge Expedition. Make sure your bags are packed, you’re physically and mentally ready, and up for the adventure of a lifetime.
Welcome to the fascinating city of Tromsø, nestled in an archipelago of islands at the northern tip of Norway. Famed as the perfect viewing point for the Northern Lights, it’s where our Extreme Dreams expedition starts. Please ensure you arrive in Tromsø no later than midday today for your check-in at Clarion Edge hotel.
Today, we issue you with the essential winter clothing required to adventure deep in the Arctic Circle, pour over maps of the area as we run through the itinerary, before dining on a sumptuous group welcome dinner. Early to bed, the adventure starts tomorrow.
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Saarijärvi open and reservable wilderness hut, Enontekiö, Finland
We leave the comfort of Tromsø behind and take a transfer to start our journey across the border in Finland, just outside Kilpisjarvi on the edge of the frozen lake.
Strap on our snowshoes, load the sleds and head up the valley on a trail that winds through silent birch forest, up onto exposed, frozen Arctic tundra where the challenge of the expedition becomes real.
Today we snowshoe around 15km to Saarijärvi – our first wilderness hut. On arrival, we light the fire, crank up the stove and prepare to soak up the most remote location on the trip, and if we’re lucky the Northern Lights will be firing across the skies above our heads.
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Kuonjarvaarri, Enontekiö, Finland
Waking up in the Arctic wilderness is an incredible experience. We spend a few hours taking in the majesty of the region, before preparing the sleds for an easier day covering around 8-10km on the tundra, travelling to our overnight destination of Kuonjarvaarri Hut.
COSTS
A$8500 per person
INCLUDES:
Twin-share in Tromsø and group accommodation in the wilderness cabins. (Single supplement is only available for the nights we spend in Tromsø – $550USD)
All meals, snacks and drinks from the evening of DAY 1 until the morning of DAY 8 (inclusive). Due to the nature of the expedition, we eat rehydrated meals during the snowshoeing activity.
All activities including snowshoeing and the dog sled adventure
Hire of all winter clothing – jackets, boots, trousers, hat and mittens, pulka sled, poles, snowshoes and a thermos flask.
Transport between activities
Expedition photos and video
Expedition t-shirt and buff
EXCLUDES:
Flights into and out of Norway
Travel Insurance and visa (if required)
Personal expenses/souvenirs/shopping
Additional meals in restaurants, cafes etc, private entrance to museums and sights
Additional rental gear
Any cost to repair damages done to your rental equipment apart from basic wear and tear
Alcohol
HOW TO REGISTER & PAY:
Click the BOOK NOW button to book and register for this expedition.
A 20% non-refundable Booking Fee is due 7 days after registering for this expedition.
Your Balance Due must be paid at least 90 days before departure or your deposit will be forfeited.
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS: We can cater for some food allergies or vegetarians but please understand it’s not always possible in remote parts of the Arctic. You can list any dietary requirements in the Participant Information Form that you must complete as one of your tasks in preparation for the expedition.
FLIGHTS: Best Life Adventures does NOT include flights into and out of Norway. You will need to book these, details will be provided after you register. We recommend looking at Skyscanner for an idea of times and prices.
Our full terms and conditions are published here.