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THE PLAN
Drive your own Husky-led-sled through a winter wonderland of frozen lakes and pristine pine forests. Explore the wilderness by cross country skis. Enjoy Arctic picnics, The Ice Hotel, snow roll saunas and, fingers crossed, the Northern Lights. A 4-day-weekend Husky sledging expedition with accommodation and transfers.DAY 1
On arrival at Kiruna airport in Sweden you’ll be greeted by your guides who’ll take you straight to the kennels. There’ll be a light lunch before getting your kit sorted, meeting the huskies, securing your luggage to the sleds, then speeding through the dark to an isolated cabin (approximately 15km covered over 1.5 hrs). The cabin is a true wilderness experience, away from people, roads and noise. Your water is collected from below the ice in a nearby brook, heated by wood stoves, and you’ll share a dinner over candle light before a little shut-eye.DAY 2
After breakfast, set off on Swedish army style cross-country skis through the extraordinary arctic landscape. The trails vary from narrow, meandering runs through thick forests to the freedom of vast frozen lakes. You’ll cover approximately 10-15km, but routes and distance are flexible depending on the ability of the group. After enjoying an authentic Arctic picnic for lunch, you’ll meander your way back to the wilderness cabin for some ice fishing and a wood-fired sauna, before enjoying Swedish culinary all-sorts over dinner like reindeer, mashed potato and berry jus. Then a campfire and weather dependent, a sighting of the Northern Lights.DAY 3
You’ll be woken by the sound of howling dogs as they enjoy their breakfast in the early morning. After enjoying your own breakfast, it’s an early start to get the most out of your dog-sledding back to the kennels. Approximately 35km covered over 6 hours. Once back at the Lodge, freshen up before the last night’s celebratory dinner at the lodge and maybe one last sauna and snow roll.DAY 4
After breakfast you’ll then be taken to explore the nearby Ice Hotel (only 15 mins away). A true labour of love, the hotel melts every spring and is then rebuilt every winter by local and international artists and ice sculptors. You will then be driven to the airport ready to fly home after this action packed Arctic adventure.
For more information on this adventure, check our list of FAQ’s here:
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Airport transfers
- Accommodation at lodge/cabin
- Meals
- Arctic outer clothing hire (once piece Arctic suit, boots, mitts and hat)
- Dog-sledding equipment hire
- Army skis hire
- English-speaking expert guides
- Ice Fishing
- Transfers to visit the Ice Hotel
- Ice Hotel Entry
NOT INCLUDED
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Alcohol
KIT LIST
Full Arctic Wilderness kit-list can be viewed here.FLIGHTS & PICK UP
You can find our recommended flights here.
You will be met at Kiruna Airport by your local guides and transferred to your start point (the kennels). You can also choose to organise your own way to the airport via other means that fit with your itinerary. We recommend arriving at either the train station or airport no later than 1:30pm on the day the adventure begins. Alternatively you can make your own way to the start point.
Just let us know on the personal details form or get in touch to discuss further!
ACCOMMODATION
The first two nights are spent in The Wilderness Cabin, a rustic wooden cabin lit by candles and heated by wood stove. The cabin is warm and comfortable despite its lack of modern amenities and will be a “getting back to nature” experience. Sleeping arrangements are based on single bunks in shared rooms, making it much easier to heat them efficiently.
The last evening is spent in the Mushers Lodge a Swedish-style lodge with electricity, heating, running water and showers.Sleeping arrangements are based on shared rooms with single beds or bunks of 2-6 people.
PERSONAL DETAILS
Once you have booked your adventures please be sure to fill in your Personal Details Form.INSURANCE
You need to be in good health to enjoy this rustic and physical adventure. If you suffer from a pre-existing condition or take regular medication it is important that we know about it. You’ll need a valid travel insurance policy in place that covers your holiday and for driving your own dog sled. JS insurance provide dog sledding insurance to drive your own sled and the option of winter sports (ski cover). More info here. -
WHERE
Kiruna, Sweden
TIMINGS
4 daysBOOKING TERMS
All our events are non refundable and non changeable due the fixed costs we incur in organising them. We recommend taking out travel insurance that covers you needing to cancel your adventure.
You can find our full terms and conditions here.
AGE CRITERIA
This event is for adults only (18 and over)
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NOT FOR THE FAINT HEARTED
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UNIQUE AND AWE INSPIRING
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IT FILLED ME WITH GIDDY CHILD LIKE EXCITEMENT
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MAGIC IN THE CITY
