This is more than a northern lights trip — it’s a journey into the wild heart of Sápmi.
Max group size
Up to 7 persons or book private
Meeting location
Luleå, Sweden
Duration
8 Days / 7 nights
Kid friendly?
From 15 years
ACCOMMODATION
2 nights hotel + 2 nights at guesthouse + 3 nights in off-grid cabins
WHEN
Dec – March
DIFFICULTY
EASY. NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IS NEEDED, BUT YOU’LL BE HIKING IN SNOW SO A DECENT LEVEL OF GENERAL FITNESS IS REQUIRED.
✨ Highlights ✨
Watch and photograph WILD ANIMALS
Look for moose and reindeer moving quietly through snowy forests and open landscapes.
The best chances for Northern Lights
We go out most nights to look for auroras, and staying a full week gives you the best possible chance.
Stay in off-grid forest cabins
Enjoy three off-grid nights at a cozy camp with wood stoves, candlelight and comfortable beds.
Go dog sledding
Ride across frozen lakes and snowy forests with friendly huskies.
Small group, same guide all week
You’ll travel in a small group, led by one of our local guides from start to finish. They’ll be with you most of the time, making sure you feel safe, included and get the most out of the experience.
Meet the Sámi community
Stay with Sámi hosts, share meals, and learn about their culture, stories, and way of life close to nature.
Taste Sámi food
Foodie? Enjoy local dishes like Suovas, Arctic char and gáhkku. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are always available.
“From meeting the reindeer, dog sledding, to seeing the Northern lights , skiing and snowshoeing, and meeting wonderful Sami people I can not recommend this trip enough. Grab some friends and sign up. You will not regret it for a moment. Thank you WildSweden for a trip of a lifetime.”
How to book
Join a small group tour (up to 7 people) or book a private tour on any date that suits you.
To book a scheduled tour, click the button “Dates & Prices”, pick your date, and fill in the form.
To book a private tour, contact Gina directly.
Payments
You pay a 20% deposit now and the rest 30 days before you arrive. If everything is okay we will send you a confirmation by email within 24 hours.
Cancellations
For cancellations up until 30 days before arrival you will receive a 80% refund of your total sum paid. You can also choose to add an extra Cancellation Protection which will give you more flexibility.
🛡Full financial protection: Your money is safe. Every booking is fully financially protected.
7 NIGHTS IN SWEDISH LAPLAND
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Check in at Amber Hotel in the centre of Luleå. No activities are planned this day. Rest after your trip, take a walk on the ice-trail or explore Luleå City. You’ll meet your guide and the group tomorrow.
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We leave Luleå and stop at Storforsen, one of Europe’s biggest free-flowing rapids – a powerful mix of snow, ice and rushing water.
In Jokkmokk we visit Ájtte Museum to learn more about Sámi culture. We stay at a guesthouse and enjoy a home-cooked dinner together. If the sky is clear, we go outside to look for the Northern Lights.
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We spend the morning dogsledding through the forest with friendly huskies. In the evening we visit Anna, a Sámi reindeer herder, and join her for dinner in a traditional lávvu. She shares stories from her life and work close to nature.
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We go wildlife watching and look for moose and reindeer in the snowy forest.
After lunch we continue to a remote camp, where we stay in off-grid tents for the next three nights — surrounded by silence, snow and trees.
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Try simple wooden skis and move quietly through the forest. Look for animal tracks and visit a bird feeding station – some birds may even eat from your hand. In the evening we enjoy a slow meal by the fire and relax in the sauna.
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This is a day to go slow. You can ski, snowshoe, read, rest, or talk by the fire. If the sky is clear, we look for the Northern Lights. The sauna is warm and the snow is soft if you want to roll in it. No stress, no plans.
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We enjoy one last morning in the wild before travelling back to Luleå. We check in at the same hotel as on day one. Go out for dinner in town.
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Breakfast at the hotel. If you have time before your train or flight, take a walk on the frozen lake with the locals – a quiet ending to your week in the north.
Acommodation
First and last night in Luleå
We stay the first and last night at Amber Hotel in central Luleå, close to the train and bus station. You get your own room unless you book together with someone.
Two nights in Jokkmokk
We stay three nights at a small guesthouse in Jokkmokk, right in the heart of Sápmi. You’ll have a private room, but bathrooms are shared. The food is home-cooked and the atmosphere is warm and personal.
Three nights in the forest
We spend three nights at a remote camp in small heated cabins, without electricity. There are proper beds, warm stoves and shared toilets in heated booths. You’ll be surprised how cozy it is.
One of us will be your guide
Mirja Andersson
I have been hiking and working in many different countries around the world but there is something special with the World Heritage Site Laponia. The presence of a living Sami culture together with a fantastic unspoiled nature. It is truly a perfect place to disconnect from your daily life and connect with nature and the people around you. I live in Gällivare and I am leading these winter trips in Swedish Lapland.
Christian Heimrot
I am genuinely interested in being in nature, and I like to inspire people around me to do the same. Everytime I go out I learn something new. From locals that we meet on the trail, from co-workers or from our guest. I live in Jokkmokk and I am leading these winter trips in Swedish Lapland.
Cathrin Larsson
I'm new to the team but old to the game. Found my home in the mountains from when I was young. I work as a mountain leader, freelance journalist and take on cabin hosting duties whenever I get the chance. Being out with people and helping them discover something new in nature or themselves is my thing. I lead these amazing Winter trips in Jokkmokk.
LOCATION & HOW TO GET HERE
Where the trip starts
You arrive in Luleå on Day 1 and check in at Amber Hotel. There are no planned activities this day. Your guide will meet you and the group at the hotel the following morning. Address: Stationsgatan 67, 972 34 Luleå >> Link to Google Maps
Getting here by train
We recommend taking the Arctic Circle Train from Stockholm or Arlanda. It runs on renewable energy and takes about 13 hours. Book a bed in a shared or private compartment. Once in Luleå, it’s a short 150-meter walk to the hotel. Purchase your train tickets online at www.sj.se. Upon arrival in Luleå, it's just a short 150-meter walk to Amber Hotel.
Getting here by flight
You can also fly from Stockholm to Luleå with SAS or Norwegian. From the airport it’s about 20 minutes by shuttle or taxi. Since there are no activities on Day 1, you can arrive whenever it suits you.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Local guide with you from Day 2 to Day 7
All activities in the day-by-day program
7 nights accommodation
All meals, except dinner on Day 1 and Day 7
We travel together in a 9-seat van during the tour
ADD-ONS
You can choose these extras when you book:
Rent winter clothing (jacket, pants, boots, mittens etc.) for 2300 SEK (Day 2–7)
Buy a warm merino wool base layer (top and long johns) for 2025 SEK
Alcohol is not included. You pay for drinks directly at the restaurants.
STAY WARM & LOOK COOL
We provide high-quality winter gear from Scandinavian brands like Fjällräven and Hestra — including warm clothes, boots, gloves, hat and a headlamp. You can also buy a merino wool base layer from us. Our main goal is to keep you warm and comfortable the whole week.
5 reasons to choose this tour
We take you off the tourist trail
We go where few others go. This means no crowds – just wild nature, local people and real experiences.
Jokkmokk is the real Lapland
Mountains, forests, frozen lakes, Sámi culture – it’s all here. And it’s not overrun by tourists.
You support the Sámi community
By joining this trip you support Sámi families and small businesses. You also help protect the forest and land from over-exploitation.
Small groups, real connection
You’ll travel in a small group of like-minded people. It’s easy to feel at home, and many guests make new friends for life.
One guide all the way
Your guide is with you from start to finish. That means less hassle, more trust, and a smoother trip.
This trip is rated excellent by earlier guests
Frequently asked questions
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Yes, many of our guests travel solo, and there is no single room supplement. You’ll get your own room unless you book together with someone. It’s a small group, and people usually connect quickly.
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We certainly hope so, as it occurs quite frequently during most of our tours. Each evening, as long as the sky is clear, we set out warmly dressed to search for the aurora borealis. Although we cannot guarantee a sighting, Northern Sweden is a great location and since you are staying for a whole week, your chances are as good as they can get.
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Yes, Swedish Lapland can be really cold, especially during mid-winter. But don’t worry too much about the freezing temperatures, our professional clothing will keep you warm and happy.
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The best time to visit Swedish Lapland for a snow based holiday is from December to March.
December, January and February tend to be the coldest months, with temperatures between -10°C to -30°C, but the air is pleasantly dry and crisp, making even the extreme cold bearable.
December and the first half of January will have very short daylight hours, but that also means better chances to see the Northern Lights.
The second half of February and March is a lot more pleasant with milder temperatures with snow on the ground but longer days and chances for bright, sunny weather, and still great for northern lights.
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You need to be generally fit. On some occasions during this tour we may walk in deep snow, even in darkness with headlamps. These walks are slow with stops along the way and rarely last for more than an hour. Please only sign up for this tour if you think you will be fit enough for these walks.
Skiing and snowshoeing is optional and not required.
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Yes, no problem. Just tell us when you book and we’ll make sure the food works for you.
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The recommended minimum age is 15 years since we are out in freezing conditions for longer periods, which can be difficult for children to handle if they are not used to it.
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"Swedish Lapland" is a commonly used name for the region and helps people find and understand where the tour takes place.
But during the trip, you’ll learn that this land is actually part of Sápmi — the traditional homeland of the Sámi people.
We choose to use the familiar name to reach more people, but we hope that by the end of the tour, you’ll go home not just with memories, but also as a new ambassador for Sápmi.
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During this trip we will go dig sledding with our friends Kristien and Olav. Happy dogs result in happy guests and guides. They take pride in ensuring the dogs are well-cared for and do not compromise on quality to compete with budget sledding companies. The kennel is regularly checked and meets all government requirements, and retired dogs are given a comfortable home on their property.
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We actively support rewilding and local initiatives, contributing to the preservation of the region's unique wildlife and environment.
For example we support the birdwatching club in Jokkmokk with birdseeds for their feeding program.
You will also be invited to help save Sweden's old-growth forests from clear-cutting by donating to WildSweden's Save the Forest Fund. 100% of your donation goes directly to conservationists working to conserve Sweden’s forests.
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We expect to encounter Moose, Reindeer and Red Squirrel but also birds such as Siberian Jay, Siberian Tit, Willow Tit, Blue Tit, Black Grouse and Northern Dipper.
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This tour is not specifically adapted for photographing wildlife, although there will most likely be plenty of opportunities to photograph moose, reindeer, birds and capturing stunning landscapes.
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Yes, send us an email if you are interested in booking this tour privately for you, a group of friends or your family.
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Of course! Many of our guests choose to visit Stockholm before or after the tour. You can also add extra days in Luleå, a great way to extend your Arctic adventure.
