Escursionismo tour - esperto

This is an unforgettable hike starting at Øvre Stilla at the top of Tverrelvdalen valley near Alta​,​ via Stabbursdalen and southwards along the eastern shores of Iesjavri​,​ Finnmark’s largest lake. We continue across “hundevidda” (the dog plain)​,​ known and dreaded by the participants in the Finnmarksløp sled dog race​,​ towardsKarasjok and finally the fertile Karasjok valley. The trip in brief A total of around 88 km Five days’ hiking One night in a cabin (can be tent)​,​ two in a tent and one in mountain lodges A sauna at the mountain lodges is included (for those who wish) Excellent food based on local ingredients​,​ from lunch day 1 to breakfast day 5 Partial support of polar dogs with packsaddles Our route follows marked and unmarked trails​,​ Sami quad bike tracks and overgrown tracks A real mountain hike that requires good hiking boots​,​ backpack and suitable outdoor clothing All participants carry their own gear​,​ including sleeping bag. Polar dogs carry packsaddles with communal equipment and some food. The legs The day legs vary in terms of length and difficultly due to us taking advantage of the natural places to stay on the Finnmarksvidda mountain plateau. On the first three days we hike 18-20 km​,​ one the fourth day we hike 25 km and on the final day​,​ down in the Karasjok Valley​,​ is approx. 15 km. All the distances are rough estimates to calculate the time used​,​ which does not include lunch breaks. A good tip: We hike past several rivers and lakes with excellent Arctic char and trout. If you enjoy fishing and have a light (telescopic) rod​,​ bring it with you. We can plan breaks and camp near some of these spots. Accommodation We spend the first night at a cabin in the Stabbursdalen valley​,​ the next in tents at a wilderness camp on the eastern shores of Lake Iesjavri and the final two nights at mountain lodges​,​ more specifically Mollisjok Fjellstua and Ravnatua. You can enjoy a relaxing hot sauna on arrival at the mountain lodges​,​ if you wish. Participants carry their own sleeping bag and ground pad. The mountain lodges offer basic accommodation in cabins and dormitories with 2-6 bunks. On the leg between Mollisjok and Ravnastua​,​ we will pass an old former wilderness hut (resting place). In rough weather​,​ we can enjoy lunch here​,​ but to put it mildly the facilities are extremely basic. Internet​,​ phone coverage and electricity It’s worth noting that much of the area on this route has no telephone coverage. There is coverage during part of the first day​,​ but that’s about it. There is sometimes mobile coverage on parts of the plateau​,​ especially when we cross an elevation in the terrain. There is no stable mobile coverage at Ravnastua or Mollisjok either​,​ but both have landlines meaning messages can get through. Both mountain lodges also have electricity enabling you to charge your gadgets. What’s included The package price includes all transport​,​ accommodation as described​,​ all meals from lunch on day 1 to breakfast on day 5​,​ wilderness guide​,​ support by polar dogs​,​ safety equipment such as satellite telephone and GPS and mountain equipment such as tents and cooking gear. A guided tour of the Sami Parliament and a sauna at GLØD Headquarters after the tour are also included. As we start at 8.30 on day one​,​ it’s natural for participants from afar to arrive the day before. If you require accommodation in Alta​,​ we can provide good alternatives. A planning meeting will be held at GLØD Headquarters at 15.00 (3 p.m.) on the day prior to departure to look at maps and the route​,​ go through the plan and the weather forecast​,​ etc. We will check the gear and any supplements and hand out any equipment you hired.