Henrik LøvendahlAn accomplished and highly qualified outdoor enthusiast - at home in the world’s vast arena ranging from the Arctic to the Antarctic.

Henrik’s adventurous spirit and extensive world-wide travel encouraged him to leave his native Denmark more than 25 years ago. His desire to explore the world and travel, combined with his ability to take on new challenges has given Henrik a wide range of experiences.

From the coldest, most desolate and windiest parts of the world to the hottest deserts, where time is infinite; from the thin air of the highest peaks to the depths of frozen seas – Henrik has gained high credentials.

 

“It is wonderful to be able to work in remote and wild places, and I thoroughly enjoy sharing my love and passion for the wilderness. I find it very satisfactory to be able to give people an experience beyond their imagination, showing respect for nature, wildlife and the people we may encounter along the way.My local knowledge, network and contacts, together with my experiences with expeditions, equipment and necessary preparation needs is the key to a successful trip. There are many pieces to the puzzle and making them all fit is what I aim to deliver, whether independently as part of a team.”

Henrik Løvendahl first commenced employment with Greg Mortimer and Aurora expeditions as their Dive Guide in 1998. During this period, he introduced an optional scuba diving program for Aurora’s Antarctic voyages. Impressively, this was the first of a dive trip to the Antarctic for recreational divers. Not surprisingly in a short space of time, Henrik surged forward in his career, becoming a highly qualified Expedition Leader and Dive Guide in both the Arctic and Antarctic.

To-date Henrik has had an amazing life-journey whilst remaining focused on world discovery and has travelled extensively to far-reaching and remote corners of the world; scaled Andean peaks, trekked in the Himalayas and dived in many exotic locations. As a qualified PADI Dive Master & Instructor, Henrik has developed a great respect for the Polar Regions when facing the challenges of ice diving. Henrik has managed to combine his qualifications, experience and adventurous nature as well as interspersing his working life with protracted periods of outdoor recreational activities including hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, rock-climbing and mountaineering.

Over a twenty-five year period of working with highly respected organisations including World Expeditions, PolarQuest, Aurora Expeditions, Green Dog and PADI, Henrik has had the opportunity of being the Expedition Leader on ship-based cruises to Papua New Guinea, Antarctica, Northeast Greenland and Svalbard. In addition to this, Henrik has led trekking and mountaineering trips in the Himalayas. Henrik also spent 3 months living on South Georgia working for the South Georgia Heritage Trust, assisting at the Museum and gift shop. Recently, Henrik spent a winter in Svalbard working as a dog handler and dog sled guide for Green Dog. This treasured experience built exciting memories and presented priceless opportunities whilst exploring and embracing the grand nature of the island.

As an Expedition Leader Henrik has, over the years, developed an appreciation for taking people to new, uncharted territory and places filled with unpredictability, uncertainty, change and mystery. His love of the ocean and of locations at the extremes of the planet has resulted in a wealth of knowledge about the environment, ice, wildlife and history of these special places which he delights in sharing with the members of his expeditions.

Professionally, Henrik has a background and trade qualifications as an Electrician and has held various managerial placements which has developed a sound business mind and an appreciation for client’s expectations.

 Henrik Løvendahl

Current Expedition ExperiencesA few highlights of Henrik’s experiences as an Expedition Leader includes:

Henrik Løvendahl:

Adventure Associates, Australia - Expedition Leader / Travel Consultant:Expedition Leader on land based trips to Madagascar and small boat voyages around Svalbard. Act as contract consultant for the development of new destinations and other related operational matters. Conduct pre-trip information and promotional Power Point presentations.

Aurora Expeditions - Expedition Leader / Dive Master:An integral part of the team that planned and conducted the first ever voyage for recreational scuba divers to Antarctica in 1998. Continued for several years as Dive Master on diving voyages to Antarctica and the Arctic. Requires a very high level of understan-ding of the Polar Environment, diving physiology, diving equipment limitations and diver management. Expedition Leader on many voyages to Antarctica, South Georgia, Svalbard, Greenland, Norway and Papua New Guinea. Liaison with ships Captain, Officers and Hotel Staff concerning intended destinations and timing for planned outings. Demands a high level of understanding of ships navigational matters and the environment in which we are operating.

PolarQuest, Sweden - Expedition Leader / Operation Manager:Expedition Leader on small ship based voyages to Svalbard and Greenland. Liaison with ships Captain, Officers and Hotel Manager concerning intended destinations and timing for planned outings. Demands a high level of people management and understanding of Arctic environment and ecology. Operation Manager at the PolarQuest office in Gothenburg when they acquired and operated Ocean Nova. Coordination between ships owner/management and PolarQuest to ensure the ship was ready for delivery and commencement of work. Coordination of all onboard equipment required by PolarQuest. Development of “PQ Guide Operation Manual”.

World Expeditions – Expedition Leader:Expedition Leader on trekking based trips with ascent of Mera Peak (6476m) in the Khumbu region of Nepal. Although not a technical mountain, its high altitude and remote location demands a good level of mountaineering experience and a high level of decision- making skills. Liaison with local outfitters in Kathmandu to ensure all personal, equipment and provisions were in good order and ready for the expedition. Communicate with guests to ensure adequate preparation, health and fitness. Advice and recommendations on required specialized equipment needs.

Competencies and experiences:

Leading expeditions

Planning expeditions

Destination development

Contracts and engagements

Leadership

Weather and environment

Coordination and collabo-ration

Operations Manager

Mounteneering Guide

Trekking Guide

Dive Master

Dive Master in exceptional conditions

Consumer understanding

Guide in gear and equip-ment

Speaker

Development of communicati-on and sales material

Photography guide

Intensive knowledge to

SvalbardThe Arctic RegionsAntarcticaNepalSouth GeorgiaGreenlandNorway Papua New Guinea

Highlights of Henrik’s adventures and business acumen include:

Henrik Løvendahl

Current Adventure Associates – Travel Consultant and Expedition Leader1998 - Aurora Expeditions – Expedition Leader/Dive Master2010 - World Expeditions – Expedition Leader2009 - PolarQuest, Sweden – Expeditions Leader/Guide/Operation Manager 2005 - Summit Gear, Australia – Retail Sales Assistant and Consultant

2012 to 2013 Green Dog, Svalbard – Dog Handler/Sled Driver/Guide2011 to 2012 PolarQuest, Sweden – Operations Manager2011 to 2012 South Georgia Heritage Trust, South Georgia – Museum and Client Services

2004 to 2005 Mountain Designs, Australia – Retail Sales Assistant2001 to 2003 Snowgum/Trek and Travel, Australia – Assistant Manager1998 to 2000 PADI Asia Pacific – Educational Consultant and Quality Assurance1993 to 1998 Dive Centre Manly, Sydney Australia – Scuba Diving Instructor

DataNationality DanishCurrent location AustraliaLanguage Danish, English, Swedish and German Date of birth 15th November 1965Mail henriklovendahl@gmail.comPhone +61 (0)405 270 965 Qualifications PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor PADI Medic First Aid Instructor PADI Staff and Master Instructor STCW95 – Maritime Safety Certificate Trade Certificate – Electrical Mechanic

Cert / Licenses Senior First Aid Certificate Class IA Driver’s Licence Firearms Licence / Cat AB

Personal Interests Global travel Mountaineering Rock-climbing Photography Trekking Canyoning Mountain-biking

References and recommendations Henrik Løvendahl

References:

Greg MortimerFormer owner of Aurora Expeditions and Adventure Associatesgreg@penolashipping.com

Lisa BoltonCEO Aurora Expeditionslisa@auroraexpeditions.com.au

Brett MurphySummit Gearbrett@summitgear.com.au

Marie Lannborn BarkerPolar Questmarie@polarquest.se

Tony DavisPolar Dive Master and Guidetony@aquatechaust.com.au

Introducing Henrik Løvendahl.

Henrik is a friend and an esteemed colleague. He has long experience from the business we all work in, including much expedition leading in Antarctica and the Arctic. I can warmly and sincerely recommend Henrik to you, he has all the qualities you would be looking for, and would be an asset to your team.

Morten Jørgensen Tel. +45-22902811Email. mortenmojo@hotmail.com