ESCAPE THE ARCTIC 2027
Expedition Lapland
Imagine: an endless white plain, mighty coniferous forests dis-appearing into the horizon, the thin air of the Far North, and a silence that feels almost extraterrestrial.
During this Lapland expedition, you step into a world where cold, wind, and emptiness set the rules. It is a place where nothing distracts you, except your own breathing and the crunch of snow beneath your feet.
KOEN DE LEEUW
Explanation by our expedition leader
Interested in the expedition to the Arctic?
The story of
this expedition
You fly to Arctic Lapland. From there, you trek deeper into the Far North, up to the helicopter. And then comes the moment that changes everything: you ascend, the world disappears beneath you, and you are dropped into a vast expanse of frozen wilderness where no one lives and where silence prevails.
From that moment on, the real adventure begins - completely off-grid, self-sufficient and entirely reliant on teamwork, trust and collective decision-making.
On foot, you trek with snowshoes through mighty taiga forests, over ridges and frozen lakes. You learn to navigate without landmarks - using compass, intuition, distance and decision-making. The terrain constantly changes and demands constant focus: from hard snow to deep powder, from dense forest to open white-out zones.
The Arctic is both fair and merciless. Temperatures below zero, wind that suddenly picks up, infinite silence that becomes almost loud. This is the place where you learn to trust in your own abilities, your team and your preparation. You feel how resilience, calmness and clarity emerge when you are brought back to the essence.
We cross several lakes, learning to read, assess and feel the ice. Sometimes you carry your pulka, sometimes you pull it along. Everything is thoroughly prepared - but it remains real. Here you learn to decide, anticipate and collaborate in conditions that slow everything down while sharpening everything at the same time.
One of the most memorable moments: we teach you how to build a snow cave to sleep in. No signal. No comfort. Just silence, snow and body temperature turning a cave into a warm cocoon. An experience you will never forget.
We consciously choose late February - early March: a period with sufficient daylight and snow reliability, which is important for our expedition.
Self-sufficient -
but never alone
As soon as we start, we find ourselves off-grid. We filter water from rivers, cook our freeze-dried expedition food, and set up our camps in places where nature allows.
You will learn survival basics, energy management, navigation, and outdoor decision-making under the guidance of an experienced X-Guide whom you will meet well in advance during the preparation process.
Safety & guidance
Safety is the foundation of every Element X expedition. Our X-Guides are professionally trained, hold WFR certificates, and have years of experience in extreme conditions.
Each expedition is equipped with satellite phones, GPS tracking, clear safety procedures, a detailed evacuation plan, and local support in Lapland.
Before departure, we also conduct a thorough risk analysis and prepare everything down to the last detail.
No one steps
unprepared into
the unknown.
The preparation process
(min. 3 - 6 months in advance)
always consists of:
a group briefing with
physical analysisa personalised training schedule
technical and resilience training
a session on equipment, nutrition, and sleep setup
a final physical check-in
PRACTICAL
Recognised service provider of the SME wallet
To help entrepreneurs and SME leaders grow as much as possible,
a leadership programme/training is linked to this expedition, which closely aligns with the adventure. This programme falls under the theme Business Strategy and is eligible for funding through the SME wallet.
As an entrepreneur, you can receive up to 30% funding on the training costs of this programme. Important (!): only the training itself is eligible. Travel, accommodation, and expedition costs are not covered by the funding.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, you don't need to be an ultra-runner, but you do need to be motivated. Through our physical screening, your personal training schedule, and the preparation programme we will build your level step by step to what is needed for this expedition.
We work with polar and winter-trained X-Guides, a well-thought-out cold management plan, the right materials, and a comprehensive safety framework (satellite communication, evacuation scenarios, risk analysis per zone). You will be prepared in advance to function safely and efficiently in the cold.
We provide the technical expedition and camping equipment (snowshoes, stoves, sleeping setup, etc.). You are responsible for your personal clothing layers (base layers, insulation, outer layer) and shoes. In the preparation process, you will receive a clear packing list and guidance on your choices.
Imagine: an endless white plain, mighty coniferous forests dis-appearing into the horizon, the thin air of the Far North, and a silence that feels almost extraterrestrial.
During this Lapland expedition, you step into a world where cold, wind, and emptiness set the rules. It is a place where nothing distracts you, except your own breathing and the crunching of snow beneath your feet.
KOEN DE LEEUW
Explanation by our expedition leader
Interested in the expedition to the Arctic?
The story of this expedition
You fly to Arctic Lapland. From there, you trek deeper into the Far North, up to the helicopter. And then comes the moment that changes everything: you ascend, the world disappears beneath you, and you are dropped into a vast expanse of frozen wilderness where no one lives and where silence prevails.
From that moment on, the real adventure begins - completely off-grid, self-sufficient and entirely reliant on teamwork, trust and collective decision-making.
On foot, you trek with snowshoes through mighty taiga forests, over ridges and frozen lakes. You learn to navigate without landmarks - using a compass, intuition, distance, and decision-making. The terrain constantly changes and demands constant focus: from hard snow to deep powder, from dense forest to open white-out zones.
The Arctic is both fair and merciless. Temperatures below zero, wind that suddenly picks up, infinite silence that becomes almost loud. This is the place where you learn to trust in your own abilities, your team, and your preparation. You feel how resilience, calm, and clarity emerge when you are brought back to the essence.
We cross several lakes, learning to read, assess, and feel the ice. Sometimes you carry your pulka, sometimes you pull it along smoothly. Everything is thoroughly prepared - but it remains real. Here you learn to decide, anticipate, and collaborate in conditions that slow everything down while sharpening everything at the same time.
One of the most memorable moments: we teach you to build a snow cave to sleep in. No signal. No comfort. Just silence, snow, and body heat that turns a cave into a warm cocoon. An experience you will never forget.
We consciously choose late February - early March: a period with sufficient daylight and snow reliability, which is important for our expedition.
You step into nature, away from the beaten paths, but always with the assurance of experienced guidance and with safety as the top priority.
Safety & guidance
Safety is the foundation of every Element X expedition. Our X-Guides are professionally trained, hold WFR certificates and have years of experience in extreme conditions.
Each expedition is equipped with satellite phones, GPS tracking, clear safety procedures, a detailed evacuation plan and local support in Lapland.
Before departure, we also conduct a thorough risk analysis and prepare everything down to the last detail.
Self-sufficient -
but never alone
Once we start, we are off-grid. We filter water from rivers, cook our freeze-dried expedition food and set up our camps in places where nature allows.
You will learn survival basics, energy management, navigation, and outdoor decision-making under the guidance of an experienced X-Guide whom you will meet well in advance during the preparation process.
We do not let anyone step into the unknown unprepared.
in het onbekende stappen.
The preparation process (min. 3 - 6 months in advance) always consists of:
a group briefing with physical analysis
a personalised training schedule
technical and resilience training
a session on equipment, nutrition, and sleep setup
a final physical check-in
PRACTICAL
Recognised service provider of the SME wallet
To help entrepreneurs and SME leaders grow as much as possible, a leadership programme/training is linked to this expedition, closely aligned with the adventure. This programme falls under the theme Business strategy and is eligible for funding through the SME wallet.
As an entrepreneur, you can receive up to 30% funding on the training costs of this programme. Important (!): only the training itself is eligible. Travel, accommodation, and expedition costs are not covered by the funding.
No, you don't need to be an ultra-runner, but you do need to be motivated. Through our physical screening, your personal training schedule, and the preparation programme we will build your level step by step to what is needed for this expedition.
We work with polar and winter-trained X-Guides, a thoughtful cold management plan, the right materials, and a comprehensive safety framework (satellite communication, evacuation scenarios, risk analysis per zone). You will be prepared in advance to function safely and efficiently in the cold.
We provide the technical expedition and camping equipment (snowshoes, stoves, sleeping setup, etc.). You are responsible for your personal clothing layers (base layers, insulation, outer layer) and shoes. In the preparation process, you will receive a clear packing list and guidance on your choices.
Is this expedition for you?
This expedition is in-tentionally selective. Not only must the intensity and comfort level match, but also who you are and how you fit into a group..
We are looking for participants with shared norms and values, sufficient maturity, and a willingness to engage openly in dialogue with themselves as well as with others
This is how the selection process works:
You apply for this expedition via the form below.
You will receive a questionnaire from us about your experience and the experience you are seeking.
We will contact you personally and let you know if this expedition is a good match.
I am applying for Escape the Arctic
Would you prefer to get to know us first?
Feel free to schedule aintroductory callin.
Is this expedition something for you?
This expedition is in-tentionally selective. Not only must the intensity and comfort level match, but also who you are and how you fit into a group..
We are looking for participants with shared norms and values, sufficient maturity, and a willingness to engage openly in dialogue with themselves as well as with others
This is how the selection process works:
You apply for this expedition via the form below.
You will receive a questionnaire from us about your experience and the experience you are seeking.
We will contact you personally and let you know if this expedition is a good match.
Would you prefer to get to know us first? Feel free to schedule aintroductory call.
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