First Light for Sight Arctic expedition

What is the expedition?

You’ll travel to Tromsø in Norway, which is approximately 350km from the Arctic Circle. For the first three days of the expedition, you’ll receive training from our partner Adventure.ie , covering:

• Arctic survival skills
• How to stay warm in extreme environments
• Snowshoeing, backcountry skiing and pulk sled pulling

All the specialist equipment you need will be provided.

On the fourth day, you’ll be ready to depart for the cabin, pulling all your equipment in pulk sleds and traveling by snowshoes or skis.

The cabin is off-grid and heated by stoves, which will also be used to melt snow for water. You’ll work together as a team by putting your new skills into practice as you wait for the sun to rise the next morning. You might even see the Northern Lights while you wait for the sunrise!

When will it take place?

The expedition will take place in mid-January 2026. It will run over five days, with two travel days either side of it. There will also be two pre-departure training days in the Wicklow Mountains , along with a Zoom briefing.

Fundraising for Sightsavers

We ask our explorers to each raise €5,750 for this challenge: as a charity, we rely on participants to meet their pledge. The fundraising target includes flights, internal travel, accommodation, meals, training and specialist equipment.

Want to find out more about the expedition? Register your interest below to join us on the next sunrise adventure.