North
Pole Champagne Flight Description
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Following in the footsteps
of aviation's greatest pioneers you'll embark on an incredible
journey by air to the North Pole. Your adventure begins in the bustling
Arctic village of Longyearbyen, Norway. Located well above the Arctic
Circle, Longyearbyen is a delightful village with all the comforts
of home and the ideal home base for this first class adventure. Our
dash to the North Pole starts with a charter flight to the Polar ice
station "Barneo", located roughly sixty miles from the North
Pole (flight time approximately 2.5 hours from Longyearbyen). From
Barneo you'll board a helicopter for the final leg to the top of the
world. Once at the North Pole we'll celebrate with Champagne, lots
of photos to document your arrival and a call home from the top of
the world.
Need
options? We offer several different Champagne Flight programs
which vary in length, activity level, and price. Check it out...
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2009
Tentative Dates |
2009
Tentative Prices |
Notes |
| North
Pole Champagne Flight "Basic" |
April
9-11, 2009 |
$10,500€ |
Flight
to the North Pole with no accommodations or meals in Longyearbyen.
This choice is best for people on a budget who want to make
their own hotel and meal arrangements. Make sure to plan extra
days in Longyearbyen to accommodate weather delays. |
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Recommended Upgrades...
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Expeditionary
Upgrade
(1 Night at Borneo) |
April
12-15, 2009 |
11,900
€
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Fly
to the Pole and spend one night in a heated basecamp near the
North Pole. This price does not include hotel or meals in Longyearbyen.
Allow us to organize your hotel accommodations and meals
for an additional 350 €
per night. |
Expeditionary
Upgrade
(2 Nights at Borneo) |
April
7-11, 2009
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12,600
€ |
Fly
to the Pole and spend two nights in a heated basecamp near the
North Pole. This price does not include hotel or meals in Longyearbyen.
Allow us to organize your hotel accommodations and meals
for an additional 350 €
per night. |
1
Night at North Pole Upgrade
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April
7-11, 2009
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15,500
€ |
Fly
to the Pole and spend one night in a heated basecamp near the
North Pole and one night in a tent AT the North Pole! This price
does not include hotel or meals in Longyearbyen. Allow us
to organize your hotel accommodations and meals for an additional
350 €
per night. |
| Spitsbergen
Classic Upgrade
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April
9-12, 2009
(more dates may be available, please contact
us for more info) |
12,500
€ |
Fly
to the Pole and return to Longyearbyen where you'll spend one
extra day exploring the Spitsbergen by dogsled or skidoo.
Includes
first class accommodations and dining for duration. |
Spitsbergen
Adventure
Upgrade |
April
9-13, 2009
(more dates may be available, please contact
us for more info) |
13,500
€ |
Fly
to the Pole and return to Longyearbyen where you'll spend two
extra days exploring the Spitsbergen by dogsled or skidoo.
Includes first class
accommodations and dining for duration. |
"Basic"
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"Expeditionary" - "Spitsbergen
Classic" - "Spitsbergen Adventurer"
- "Night at North Pole"
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North
Pole Champagne Flight - "Basic" Itinerary
| Day
1 |
Meet
in Longyearbyen. Transfer from airport to your hotel. Unpack
gear and relax. Opportunity to explore Longyearbyen. Welcome
reception, dinner and presentation on the history of Polar expeditions. |
| Day
2 |
Weather
permitting, we'll fly to 89 degrees North and touchdown at the
Barneo research station. From here we'll board a charter helicopter
to the top of the world - the geographic North Pole. A grand
celebration will take place, including champagne toasts, dozens
of photographs to document your arrival and a call home from
the top of the world. Upon return to Barneo we'll have an opportunity
to explore this unique basecamp. A flight back to Longyearbyen
concludes this exciting day. |
| Day
3 |
A
full day in Longyearbyen allows you to explore this beautiful
town. A museum and other local activities are plentiful. Opportunities
to go skiing, dogsledding or ski-dooing are all available in
town through local outfitters. This day is built into the itinerary
as an insurance policy for inclimate weather. The possibility
exists that we could be flying to the Pole on this day if the
weather has previously been poor. |
| Day
4 |
Return
flights to Oslo and homeward bound! |
| Dates: |
April
9-11, 2009 (other dates may be available, please
contact us) |
| Cost: |
10,500
€ |
"Basic"
-
"Expeditionary" - "Spitsbergen
Classic" - "Spitsbergen Adventurer"
- "Night at North Pole"
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North
Pole Champagne Flight with "Spitsbergen Classic" Upgrade
(The best option if your time is limited!)
| Day
1 |
Meet
in Longyearbyen. Transfer from airport to our hotel. Unpack
gear and relax. Opportunity to explore Longyearbyen. Welcome
reception, dinner and presentation on the history of Polar expeditions. |
| Day
2 |
Weather
permitting, we'll fly to 89 degrees North and touchdown at the
Barneo (pronounced "Borneo" research station). from
here we'll board a charter helicopter to the top of the world
- the geographic North Pole. A grand celebration will take place,
including champagne, dozens of photographs to document your
arrival and a call home from the top of the world. Upon return
to Borneo we'll have an opportunity to explore this unique basecamp.
A flight back to Longyearbyen concludes this exciting day. |
| Day
3 |
Another
exciting day with a guided dogsled or ski-doo adventure. We'll
explore the high latitude tundra that makes the island of Spitzbergen
so incredibly beautiful. We'll discover local ouposts, pass
picturesque mountains and perhaps visit remote glaciers (depending
on our route). A delicious farewell dinner, hot showers and
a cozy bed complete this adventure. |
| Day
4 |
After
a hearty breakfast, we'll shuttle you to the Longyearbyen airport
for return flights to Oslo and homeward bound! |
| Dates: |
April
9-12, 2009 (other dates may be available, please
contact us) |
| Cost: |
12,500
€ |
North
Pole Champagne Flight with "Spitsbergen Adventure" Upgrade
(Most complete Arctic experience)
| Day
1 |
Meet
in Longyearbyen. Transfer from airport to our hotel. Unpack
gear and relax. Opportunity to explore Longyearbyen. Welcome
reception, dinner and presentation on the history of Polar expeditions. |
| Day
2 |
Weather
permitting, we'll fly to 89 degrees North and touchdown at the
Barneo (pronounced "Borneo" research station). from
here we'll board a charter helicopter to the top of the world
- the geographic North Pole. A grand celebration will take place,
including champagne, dozens of photographs to document your
arrival and a call home from the top of the world. Upon return
to Borneo we'll have an opportunity to explore this unique basecamp
before our return flight to Longyearbyen. |
| Day
3 |
An
incredible day awaits with a ski-doo or dogsled journey deep
into the wilderness and beyond to historic outposts, or other
unique destinations. Along the way we'll see spectacular scenery,
and we'll have the opportunity to stop for photographs and snacks.
In the evening you'll enjoy a hearty meal and relax in comfortable
accommodations selected to maximize your experience. |
| Day
4 |
Another
exciting day. We'll explore the high latitude tundra that makes
the island of Spitzbergen so incredibly beautiful. We'll pass
picturesque mountains and visit remote glaciers, or ice-choked
fjords (depending on our route). A delicious farewell dinner,
hot showers and the modern amenities of our lodge complete this
adventure. |
| Day
5 |
After
a hearty breakfast, we'll shuttle you to the Longyearbyen airport
for return flights to Oslo and homeward bound! |
| Dates: |
April
9-13, 2009 (other dates may be available, please
contact us) |
| Cost: |
13,500
€ |
"Basic"
-
"Expeditionary" - "Spitsbergen
Classic" - "Spitsbergen Adventurer"
- "Night at North Pole"
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North
Pole Champagne Flight with "Expeditionary" Upgrade
(Stay at the "Barneo" Basecamp)
| Day
1 |
Meet
in Longyearbyen. Transfer from airport to your hotel. Unpack
gear and relax. Opportunity to explore Longyearbyen. Welcome
reception, dinner and presentation on the history of Polar expeditions. |
| Day
2 |
Weather
permitting, we'll fly to 89 degrees North and touchdown at the
Barneo research station. You'll be escorted to your quarters
for your one or two night stay; a heated tent with cots and
loft-filled sleeping bags. Once you've settled in you'll have
plenty of time to explore this unique basecamp. As day turns
to evening you'll experience the 24-hour sunlight first hand
- it may even keep you up at night! Depending on weather, your
helicopter flight to the North Pole may be arranged for today.
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Day 3
One
night program
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Waking
up at Barneo, you'll get dressed in warm clothing for the short
walk across camp to the mess tent. Breakfast will prime you
for your day of exploring Borneo and the surrounding area. You'll
meet the scientists and support crews that call Barneo home.
These men & women no doubt have many interesting stories
to share about the basecamp! Your trip to the North Pole will
take place via MI-8 helicopter that is stationed at Barneo.
The 20-40 minute flight will land you as close as possible to
the geographic North Pole, where all time zones converge and
every direction is south . A grand celebration will take place,
including champagne toasts, dozens of photographs to document
your arrival and a call home from the top of the world. The
duration of our visit is largely determined by weather conditions
and will likely last between 30 minutes to just over an hour.
If you are on the one-night program you'll prepare for your
return to Longyearbyen. For the two-night participants you'll
head back to Borneo where your guide will be available to take
you on short ski tours or snow hikes to capture the essence
of the pack ice. Expeditioners from around the world may be
preparing for their attempts to reach the North Pole by ski,
dogsled, parachute, or scuba. There is never a dull moment at
Barneo! All meals will be provided during your stay at Borneo.
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Day
3 & 4
Two night program |
| Day
4 |
For those on the one-night itinerary you'll wake-up back in
Longyearbyen at your hotel. We'll trasfer you to the airport
for your return flights, or allow us to arrange a day of skidoo
or dogsled activities. For the two-night participants, you'll
spend the morning at Borneo, preparing for your departure and
saying good-bye to new friends. You may want to take one more
trek around the basecamp to photograph this historically significant
basecamp, and to soak up the sites and sounds of the Polar pack
ice. Upon returning to Longyearbyen, you'll have time to take
a hot shower (ahh!!!) before the evening meal and final night's
activities. |
| Day
5 |
After
a hearty breakfast, we'll shuttle you to the Longyearbyen airport
for return flights to Oslo and homeward bound! |
| Dates: |
April 12-15, 2009 (1 night at Borneo)
April 7-11, 2009 (2 nights at Borneo)
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| Cost: |
11,900
€ (1 night at Borneo)
12,600 € (2 nights at Borneo) |
"Basic"
-
"Expeditionary" - "Spitsbergen
Classic" - "Spitsbergen Adventurer"
- "Night at North Pole"
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North
Pole Champagne Flight with "Night at North Pole" Upgrade
(Spend the most time AT the North Pole)
| Day
1 |
Meet
in Longyearbyen. Transfer from airport to your hotel. Unpack
gear and relax. Opportunity to explore Longyearbyen. Welcome
reception, dinner and presentation on the history of Polar expeditions. |
| Day
2 |
Weather
permitting, we'll fly to 89 degrees North and touchdown at the
Barneo research station. You'll be escorted to your quarters
for your first night stay in a heated tent with cots and loft-filled
sleeping bags. Once you've settled in you'll have plenty of
time to explore this unique basecamp. As day turns to evening
you'll experience the 24-hour sunlight first hand - it may even
keep you up at night! |
|
Day 3
|
Waking
up at Barneo, you'll get dressed in warm clothing for the short
walk across camp to the mess tent. Breakfast will prime you
for your day of exploring Borneo and the surrounding area. You'll
meet the scientists and support crews that call Barneo home.
These men & women no doubt have many interesting stories
to share about the basecamp! An MI-8 helicopter will then take
the North Pole team on a 20-40 minute flight that will land
as close as possible to the geographic North Pole, where all
time zones converge and every direction is south . You'll have
plenty of time to revel in the excitment of the moment while
your guides establish camp. Then it's time to celebrate with
dozens of photos, a call home from the top of the world. When
you get cold you can head into the comfort of your small tent.
War sleeping bags and sleeping pads will help to ensure that
you're comfortable during your night at the top of the world.
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| Day
4 |
| Day
5 |
The following morning a helicopter will pick you up and return
you to the warmth of Barneo, where you'll await your return
to Longyearbyen. You may want to take one more trek around the
basecamp to photograph this historically significant basecamp,
and to soak up the sites and sounds of the Polar pack ice. Upon
returning to Longyearbyen, you'll have time to take a hot shower
(ahh!!!) before the evening meal and final night's activities.
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| Day
6 |
After
a hearty breakfast, we'll shuttle you to the Longyearbyen airport
for return flights to Oslo and homeward bound! |
| Dates: |
April 7-11, 2009(1 night at Borneo,
1 night AT North Pole)
Other dates may be available, please contact
us for details
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| Cost: |
15,500
€ |
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North
Pole Champagne Flight Equipment
Upon registration,
you will receive a comprehensive gear guide that explains the importance
of each item as well as gear recommendations from our past participants.
- 1 insulated parka
with hood (supplied by NWP)
- 1 pair insulated pants
(supplied by NWP)
- 1 pair snow pack ski
boots (bring your own or let NWP supply this item)
- 1 pair wool, silk,
or synthetic long underwear tops and bottoms. NO COTTON!
- 2 pair heavy wool
or synthetic socks
- 1 wool or fleece sweater
(mid weight)
- 1 wool or fleece sweater
(heavy weight)
- 1 wool or fleece hat
(consider bringing hat with ear flaps)
- 1 neck gaiter
- 1 pair synthetic glove
liners
- 1 pair wool or fleece
mittens
- 1 pair sunglasses
or snow goggles
- Casual clothing for
lodge (shirt, pants, socks, pajamas, underwear, etc.)
- Casual but sturdy
shoes for lodge and wearing around Longyearbyen
- 1 pair slippers for
inside buildings in Longyearbyen
- Toiletries (toothbrush,
toothpaste, comb, etc.)
- Personal medications
(with prescription for customs!)
Qualifications
Our Champagne
Flights are for people who want to experience the North Pole, but
don't have the time, energy or funding to do a full expedition.
People on our Champagne Flights have ranged in age from 1 to 81
years! All of these trips require that you can climb several stairs
into and out of the plane as well as being able to walk across the
uneven terrain of the pack ice. We can assist you as necessary.
The Expeditionary Champagne Flight requires you to sleep in an unheated
tent (though you are provided with a very warm sleeping bag). To
enjoy the Classic and Adventurer's Champagne Flights you should
be in moderate shape, and open to learning how to handle a snow
machine or dogsled.
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