North Pole Express: Barneo Ice Camp
North Pole
The pinnacle of this expedition is spending the night at 89° North at Barneo Ice Camp. This unique polar experience is ideal for those seeking a short, but adventurous journey to the top of the world. You’ll be one of an exclusive group to land on the frozen runway and take up residence on this unequalled floating site on the icy sea of the North Polar Basin. Enjoy fully-guided adventures in the northernmost Arctic by helicopter, snowshoe and on foot, with lectures by the expedition team and resident scientists, all accessible within a short flight from Longyearbyen, Svalbard
- Fly-in to one of the most remote, extraordinary expedition base camps in the world
- Reach the top of the world by Antonov AN-74 aircraft, Mi8 helicopter, and by foot
- Learn first-hand about the scientific and research activities being conducted at this floating research station
- Explore the unique culture of Longyearbyen, Norway before and after the base camp
Preliminary 2023 dates and prices to be confirmed.
Stewart's Take
A truly amazing and new way to reach the Top of the World!
Overview
The pinnacle of this expedition is spending the night at 89° North at Barneo Ice Camp. This unique polar experience is ideal for those seeking a short, but adventurous journey to the top of the world. You’ll be one of an exclusive group to land on the frozen runway and take up residence on this unequalled floating site on the icy sea of the North Polar Basin. Enjoy fully-guided adventures in the northernmost Arctic by helicopter, snowshoe and on foot, with lectures by the expedition team and resident scientists, all accessible within a short flight from Longyearbyen, Svalbard.Established each year as a functioning science and logistics station, the site is operated by the Expedition Center for the Russian Geographical Society. Among your fellow guests and base staff, you’ll meet scientists, pilots, mechanics, engineers, and explorers. This expedition offers fully-guided opportunities for exploring the northernmost Arctic by helicopter as well as by snowshoe and on foot. Guests can take in lectures and presentations by the expedition team and resident scientists, and enjoy heated facilities and hearty meals, all accessible within a short flight from Longyearbyen, Svalbard.
LAND PROGRAM: BARNEO ICE CAMP

Barneo Ice Camp is constructed every year through a complex series of logistics incorporating Ilyushin-76, Antonov-74 and Mi-8 flights from Moscow and Siberia, parachute and skydiver drops, specialist advisers and temporary camps on the Arctic Ocean.
Spitsbergen, Norway is the ideal starting point for this expedition, as we fly to Barneo Ice Camp at approximately 89N. Built as a drifting polar research facility, but used by adventurers and extreme sports enthusiasts alike, an expedition to Barneo will have you mingling with scientists, skiers, and explorers from around the world.
Accommodations are in dormitory style tents which sleep 10 to 12 people, and because your comfort is a priority, the tents are heated to 60 F to 65 F (15 C to 18 C). The relaxed atmosphere at the camp, and the friendly staff will make you feel right at home. The expedition staff will be happy to show you around and answer any questions you may have.
The highlight of the trip is reaching the North Pole, and we employ the power and Arctic-tested ruggedness of Mi8 helicopters to do just that. Celebrate your achievement with a champagne toast and a satellite phone call to anywhere in the world.
Outside temperatures can range from minus 4 F to minus 25 F (minus 20 C to minus 30 C), so once you’ve taken some photographs and reveled in triumph, head back to camp and swap stories with your fellow travellers.
- Welcome briefing in Longyearbyen
- All transfers and flights per the daily program
- Shared tent accommodation at Barneo Ice Camp
- Group helicopter excursion to the North Pole (weather dependent)
- All breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks at Barneo Ice Camp
- Coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
- All activities per the daily program
- Leadership throughout the expedition by our experienced Expedition Leader
- Comprehensive pre-departure materials
- All miscellaneous service taxes throughout the program
- International airfare
- Hotel accomodation in Longyearbyen
- Passport and applicable visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes
- Meals unless otherwise specified
- Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance
- Laundry, bar, beverage and other personal charges unless specified
- Phone and internet charges (Longyearbyen only)
- Additional overnight accommodation
- Additional expenses (meals, accommodation, international flight change fees, etc.) incurred by delay or cancellation of activities due to sub- optimal weather
Tour Dossier
North Pole Express: Barneo Ice Camp

Fly from Spitsbergen, Norway to Barneo Ice Camp in the Arctic Ocean on this unique program to 90 degrees N - the Geographic North Pole!
File Creation date: 2022-08-14 - for updated information and dates and prices see the following page:
http://expeditionsonline.com/tour/north-pole-express-barneo-ice-camp_148

North Pole Express: Barneo Ice Camp
Duration: 4-5 days with overnight at Barneo
Location: North Pole
Available: April
Start: Longyearbyen, Svalbard
Finish: Longyearbyen, Svalbard

Highlights
- Fly-in to one of the most remote, extraordinary expedition base camps in the world
- Reach the top of the world by Antonov AN-74 aircraft, Mi8 helicopter, and by foot
- Learn first-hand about the scientific and research activities being conducted at this floating research station
- Explore the unique culture of Longyearbyen, Norway before and after the base camp

Itinerary
The pinnacle of this expedition is spending the night at 89° North at Barneo Ice Camp. This unique polar experience is ideal for those seeking a short, but adventurous journey to the top of the world. You’ll be one of an exclusive group to land on the frozen runway and take up residence on this unequalled floating site on the icy sea of the North Polar Basin. Enjoy fully-guided adventures in the northernmost Arctic by helicopter, snowshoe and on foot, with lectures by the expedition team and resident scientists, all accessible within a short flight from Longyearbyen, Svalbard





Ship Information
LAND PROGRAM: BARNEO ICE CAMP

Barneo Ice Camp is constructed every year through a complex series of logistics incorporating Ilyushin-76, Antonov-74 and Mi-8 flights from Moscow and Siberia, parachute and skydiver drops, specialist advisers and temporary camps on the Arctic Ocean.
Spitsbergen, Norway is the ideal starting point for this expedition, as we fly to Barneo Ice Camp at approximately 89N. Built as a drifting polar research facility, but used by adventurers and extreme sports enthusiasts alike, an expedition to Barneo will have you mingling with scientists, skiers, and explorers from around the world.
Accommodations are in dormitory style tents which sleep 10 to 12 people, and because your comfort is a priority, the tents are heated to 60 F to 65 F (15 C to 18 C). The relaxed atmosphere at the camp, and the friendly staff will make you feel right at home. The expedition staff will be happy to show you around and answer any questions you may have.
The highlight of the trip is reaching the North Pole, and we employ the power and Arctic-tested ruggedness of Mi8 helicopters to do just that. Celebrate your achievement with a champagne toast and a satellite phone call to anywhere in the world.
Outside temperatures can range from minus 4 F to minus 25 F (minus 20 C to minus 30 C), so once you’ve taken some photographs and reveled in triumph, head back to camp and swap stories with your fellow travellers.
North Pole Express: Barneo Ice Camp
For the latest, up-to-date departure dates and prices please refer to the tour page:
http://expeditionsonline.com/tour/north-pole-express-barneo-ice-camp_148
Included
- Welcome briefing in Longyearbyen
- All transfers and flights per the daily program
- Shared tent accommodation at Barneo Ice Camp
- Group helicopter excursion to the North Pole (weather dependent)
- All breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks at Barneo Ice Camp
- Coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
- All activities per the daily program
- Leadership throughout the expedition by our experienced Expedition Leader
- Comprehensive pre-departure materials
- All miscellaneous service taxes throughout the program
Excluded
- International airfare
- Hotel accomodation in Longyearbyen
- Passport and applicable visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes
- Meals unless otherwise specified
- Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance
- Laundry, bar, beverage and other personal charges unless specified
- Phone and internet charges (Longyearbyen only)
- Additional overnight accommodation
- Additional expenses (meals, accommodation, international flight change fees, etc.) incurred by delay or cancellation of activities due to sub- optimal weather

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