Winter holidays in Kiruna

The wilderness landscape surrounding Kiruna is transformed into a winter wonderland at the arrival of the first snow. Forests dusted with the fresh fall, frozen lakes and rivers, crisp air and blue skies await visitors.

With the winter month comes the natural phenomena of the Polar nights when the sun does not rise above the horizon, and the Northern Lights, as well as a host of activities to suit all interests from dog-sledding excursions, to snowmobile safaris and snow shoe tours.

Northern Lights: The dance of the Northern Lights is an awe inspiring sight and one which will be remembered for a lifetime. Away from artificial lights, the landscape is plunged into darkness and the fir trees resemble black coal silhouettes against the endless starry sky. It is here, surrounded by peaceful, unspoiled nature, that seekers of the Northern Lights await the heavenly curtains of blues and greens fluttering in a cosmic wind. Northern Lights experiences by snowmobile, horsesled and minibus are available. To the west of Kiruna, the mountains of the Abisko National Park dominate the landscape. Located towards the summit of Mount Nuolja, in the heart of the range, stands the Aurora Sky Station which at latitude of 68.2° offers one of the finest platforms for viewing the Aurora Borealis away from artificial lights.

Excursions from Kiruna

Snowmobile evening tour from Kiruna: Price £119.00 per person

Abisko Aurora sky station – Northern Lights tour: Price £225.00 per person.Abisko is regarded, by Wanderlust, as the best place in the world to view the Northern Lights.

Horse sled evening tour from Kiruna: Price £88.00 per person

Excursions from the ICEHOTEL

Northern lights tour by shared snowmobile: Price £175.00 per person

Northern lights tour on horseback: Price £179.00 per person

Northern lights, Esrange space centre and dinner under the stars: Price £245.00 per person

Snowmobile excursions: The arctic winter landscape of glistening snow, crisp air and blue skies brings out the inner child in every visitor. Make a snow angel or feel the rush of air and adrenalin as you cross the frozen lakes, swamps and forests of Europe’s last wilderness on the back of a snowmobile.

Excursions from Kiruna

Snowmobile mountain tour: Price £213.00 per person

Snowmobile tour to the ICEHOTEL: Price £200.00 per person

Sámi snowmobile tour: Price £194.00 per person

Excursions from the ICEHOTEL

40 klicks of freedom: Price £100.00 per person

In the Arctic wilderness: Price £155.00 per person

Arctic wildlife tour: Price £300.00 per person

Husky dog sled excursions: Dog sled tours are extremely popular in Northern Sweden and it is easy to see why. What better way to take in the stunning scenery than by gliding over the rolling terrain, through forests and across frozen lakes behind a team of huskies? You can decide whether you want to drive your own sled or enjoy the ride from the comfort of a sled seat.

Excursions from Kiruna

Short dog sled tour – Trappers cabin: Price £109.00 per person

Trap line dog sled tour: Price £158.00 per person

Dog sled tour to the ICEHOTEL: Price £195.00 per person

Excursions from the ICEHOTEL

The story of huskies: Price £156.00 per person

Everyday life of a musher: Price £313.00 per person

Sámi cultural tours: The Sámi people are one of the largest indigenous groups in Europe, whose traditional occupations have included reindeer herding, hunting, fishing and crafts. During the winter months the Sámi return to their homes and villages around Kiruna bringing their reindeer herds with them. A range of Sámi cultural experiences, offer visitors the opportunity to learn more about the traditions and history of the community, are available.

Excursions from Kiruna

Sámi snowmobile tour: Price £194.00 per person

Excursions from the ICEHOTEL

Raidu – Encounter with the reindeer: Price £158.00 per person

Vuojan – Reindeer sled excursion: Price £224.00 per person