Discover the unforgettable scenery of the Storforsen Nature Reserve on this guided sightseeing tour from Luleå!
Explore some of Swedish Lapland's most picturesque natural wonders on this 6-hour, guided sightseeing tour in the Storforsen Nature Reserve from Luleå! Welcoming adventurers ages 7 and up.
Located in northern Sweden, the Storforsen Nature Reserve is situated in Norrbotten County. This protected natural space is renowned for the mighty Storforsen Rapids on the Pite River, which features an impressive drop of 82 metres (269 feet) spanning approximately 5 kilometres (3 miles). Especially captivating in the winter months, a sightseeing tour in the Storforsen Nature Reserve from Luleå is a must when visiting northern Sweden!
The adventure begins at one of the listed meeting points in Luleå (please see 'special terms'), where you and your group will be picked up and greeted by your knowledgeable and friendly guide. Comfortably seated in the minivan, you'll receive a safety and itinerary briefing before setting out on the panoramic 1.5 drive through the rural landscapes of Swedish Lapland towards the Storforsen Nature Reserve.
Upon your arrival, you'll make several spots in incredible areas with fantastic views of the powerful Storforsen Rapids. Don't forget your camera because, if luck is on your side, you may spot local wildlife residents such as otters and minks. Also, you could observe tracks in the snow from reindeer, deer, squirrels, hares, etc. Throughout the sightseeing tour in the Storforsen Nature Reserve from Luleå, your guide will share interesting facts about the wildlife, the nature of Swedish Lapland, and the history of this amazing area!
Midway through the excursion, you'll stop for a delicious campfire lunch. Seated on reindeer pelts, you'll also be treated to hot drinks while savouring the serenity of nature. At the end of the day, you'll return to the original departure point with memories that will last a lifetime of your travels to Swedish Lapland and this guided sightseeing tour in the Storforsen Nature Reserve from Luleå!
For a memorable experience in Sweden this winter, book this guided sightseeing tour in the Storforsen Nature Reserve from Luleå today!
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Practical information
- Arrival at the meeting point or pick up from select locations in Luleå (please specify when booking)
- Meet your experienced guide
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Scenic transfer to the Storforsen Nature Reserve through the countryside (approximately 1.5 hours)
- Arrival
- Storforsen Nature Reserve tour with several stops including the Storforsen Rapids
- Campfire lunch with hot beverages
- Return transfer to the original departure point in Luleå (approximately 1.5 hours)
Please be advised that all children must be accompanied by an adult.
In addition, a minimum of 2 participants is required to run this sightseeing tour.
Participants can meet onsite or choose between pick up in Luleå from the following locations (please specify when booking):
- Best Western Hotell Savoy
- Clarion Hotel Sense
- Comfort Hotel Arctic
- Elite Stadshotellet
- First Camp Arcus-Luleå
- Luleå Tourist Center, Kulturens hus
- Naran Hotell
- Park Hotell
- Quality Hotel
- Scandic Hotel
- SPiS Hotell Amber
In addition, please list any dietary restrictions when booking.
This excursion's difficulty level is listed as 'moderate' as there is some walking involved. Also, the itinerary is subject to change based on the weather conditions of the day.
Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.
- Pick up from select locations in Luleå (please see 'special terms'
- Guide
- Hot beverages
- Lunch
- Winter clothing
- Wind and waterproof warm coat
- Ski pants
- Warm underlayers
- Winter boots
- Wool socks
- Hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Extra layers of warm clothing
- Small backpack
- Sunglasses
- Water
- Snacks
- Camera