This authentic Arctic experience near Kiruna, which includes building your own igloo, snowmobiling, and Nordic cuisine is not to be missed!
Calling all adventurers seeking immersive Arctic outdoor activities - this memorable overnight experience in northern Sweden is certain to amaze and includes building your own igloo, Scandinavian gastronomy, and snowmobiling from Kiruna! Welcoming beginners and explorers ages 3 and up.
The vibrant city of Kiruna is located in northern Sweden in Swedish Lapland. Kiruna is a culturally and economically dynamic town renowned for the vast wilderness that surrounds it. In addition, it is also celebrated for its boreal forests, impressive mountains and fells, crystal-clear lakes and rivers, along with its biodiversity. Since Kiruna is situated north of the Arctic Circle, it is a perfect place to observe the captivating colours of the Northern Lights! What better way to enjoy winter in Sweden than by embarking on a remarkable excursion, such as this overnight experience in a self-made igloo with snowmobiling from Kiruna?
The fun starts at the meeting point in Kiruna, where you and your group (a maximum of 16 participants) will be greeted by your friendly and seasoned instructor/guide. Next, you'll depart on the 30-40 km (18-24 miles) transfer outside of the city and into the wilderness. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the views along the way! Upon your arrival, you'll receive a thermal suit, winter boots, and a helmet along with a safety and itinerary briefing.
Once everyone has their winter gear on, you'll be provided with an introduction to snowmobiling and snowmobile driving techniques. Children under the age of 13 will be seated in a sled driven by the instructor and mini adventurers ages 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult in the sled. With helmets safely fastened, you'll set out into the Swedish Lapland's picturesque winter wonderland and will feel a thrill like none other as you navigate the snowy terrain, crossing a frozen river.
Returning to the campsite, you'll enjoy a well-deserved lunch break. Then, your guide will give an introduction to 'igloo building' and you'll construct your evening's accommodations with packed snow! Proud of your accomplishment, you'll be treated to a delectable Nordic dinner in the evening around a crackling fire. If luck is on your side, you may witness the vivid colours of the Northern Lights, don't forget your camera! After a phenomenal day, you'll settle into your igloo with a cosy thermal Arctic sleeping bag for the best night's sleep!
The following morning, the group will pack their belongings and eat breakfast before returning to the original meeting point in the city with lifelong memories of this overnight experience in a self-made igloo with snowmobiling from Kiruna!
For an unforgettable Arctic adventure in Sweden, book this overnight experience in a self-made igloo with snowmobiling from Kiruna today!
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Practical information
DAY 1
- Please arrive at the meeting point in Kiruna at least 30 minutes before the departure time
- Meet your experienced instructor/guide
- Scenic transfer to the departure point (30-40 km/18-24 miles)
- Arrival
- Receive thermal overalls, winter boots, and a helmet
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Introduction to snowmobiling and snowmobile driving techniques
- The adventure begins!
- Snowmobiling across a frozen river
- Lunch
- The adventure continues!
- Introduction to igloo building
- Build your own igloo
- Campfire dinner
- Relaxing evening under the stars
- Cosy night in your igloo
DAY 2
- Pack your belongings
- Breakfast
- Return to the original departure point in Kiruna
Please be advised that all snowmobile drivers must present a valid and physical copy of their driver's license and be at least 18 years old.
Please arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before the departure time.
This excursion includes building your own igloo with the help of your instructor.
If you have any dietary restrictions, please list them when booking.
Please note that the pricing is per person and is for 2 people who share a snowmobile with the option of taking turns driving.
Also, tours that take place between December 24th and January 6th are priced at an additional 300 SEK/person.
Children under the age of 13 sit in a sled pulled by the guide on a snowmobile. Children under the age of 5 must have an adult sit in the sled with them.
Since the Northern Lights are an unpredictable natural phenomenon, their presence is never guaranteed.
The total duration of this experience is approximately 25 hours.
- Transfer to and from the departure point
- Instructor/guide
- Helmet
- Thermal overalls
- Winter boots
- Aurora Colosseum Tour
- Dinner
- Overnight accommodations in an igloo
- Arctic sleeping bags
- Breakfast
- Hotel transfers
- Warm clothing
- Warm underlayers
- Wool socks
- Extra clothing
- Hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Toiletries
- Pijamas
- Snacks
- Camera