TRAVEL WITH OUR EXPEDITION TEAMS
Imagine being on deck surrounded by a group of people, bursting with excitement in anticipation of what the day will offer.
Enjoy the sight of crystal clear waters stretch- ing and bending down the ford, surrounded by majestic mountaintops. And then, suddenly, the expedition leader asks you to come ashore. The adventure has begun. With Hurtigruten you can now join expeditions along Norway’s rugged coast. A custom made program con- taining lectures and presentations, special on board activities both inside and out on deck, as well as several excursions and hikes are avail- able on seven of our ships. On each of these ships you will find a dedicated expedition team put on board for one single reason: to help you get the most exciting journey ever.
Expedition team Hurtigruten’s expedition team will give you interesting lectures on subjects such as biology, history, geology and science. They are not just skilled lecturers; they are your hosts on board and on land. All members of the expedition team are focused on eco-friendly tourism in polar are- as. They will take you on hikes while letting you know how to get the most out of your experience without leaving too much of a mark behind you. They are handpicked for their local expertise and specific knowledge in relevant fields. They are also known for their enthusiasm, curiosity and love for the areas we visit. Our expedition team consists of modern day explorers who love sharing stories, interpreting what we see and leading us to all the best spots.
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Special hikes & Norwegian “friluftsliv” Norwegians are known for their obsession with the outdoors. Whether we work in an of- fice or already work outside, we constantly desire to step out into the great outdoors. This connection with nature is in our blood. This is Norwegian 'friluftsliv'. We would like to in- spire the same sense of 'friluftsliv' in you with a hiking package that takes you into the beau- tiful landscape that surrounds us. The purpose of the hike isn't about lectures or facts on local history, but on the hike itself, reaching a view point or a point of interest. We focus more on the silence and ambience of being “outdoors”, feeling, smelling, just being in the moment. Some of these hikes are physical demanding, and possibly on slippery and uneven terrain, so a good physical condition is required. In April and October/November, we will focus more on Norwegian “Friluftsliv” on some of our new ad- ditional excursions. Here, the emphasis will be on experiencing nature the way Norwegians do and learning how to survive in the raw Arctic Wilderness.
Languages Our activities and lectures will be mainly offered in English. A written summary in Norwegian, German and French will be handed out before the lecture starts. When we have German- speaking staff members, we will do our utmost to offer parts of the programme in German.
Recommended equipment When going on hikes you should choose your equipment based on the weather and the sea- son. As a general rule of thumb, you should re- member to pack good shoes for walking, such as boots for rainy and muddy conditions. A wind and water proof jacket, preferably with a hood and hiking trousers. Gloves, a hat, water bottles and sunglasses are also recommended. It’s also a good idea to bring a pair of lightweight binoc- ulars and a camera.
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