Huuva Hideaway

Huuva Hideaway is a family-run sanctuary in Liehittäjä, located in the heart of Sápmi and Swedish Lapland. Here, you are invited you to explore Sámi culture through immersive experiences that reflect your hosts' way of life – grounded in tradition, respect for nature, and sustainability.

Guests can visit from December to March and June to September, offering everything from day visits to extended stays in the cosy Ájtta Lodge. The lodge is a refurbished two-storey log house blending Sámi tradition with modern Scandinavian comfort. Upstairs you'll find a studio room with one double bed and one single bed, plus a separate single room. Downstairs, there’s an extra wide single bed, perfect for a child or extra guest. The lodge includes a kitchenette with kettle, fridge, glasses, and cutlery for simple meals. You’ll have a private compostable bio toilet, an electric sauna, a shower, and your own outdoor jacuzzi on the veranda.

Whether you’re a culture enthusiast, a family seeking wholesome time together, or simply a nature lover, there is something very special here for you.

At Huuva Hideaway, sustainability isn’t a trend — it’s a way of life rooted in Sámi values passed down through generations. Living by the principle of moving gently across the land, leaving as few footprints as possible.

Local, organic, and sustainable options are used whenever possible — from the food served to how they heat their home. For your hosts Pia and Henry, responsible travel means creating meaningful exchanges and lasting memories, while inspiring others to carry the story of Sápmi forward.

Every experience offered reflects the Sámi worldview, where people, animals, nature, and seasons are deeply connected. Through food, storytelling, and hands-on moments, Huuva Hideaway shares traditions and a respectful way of living in harmony with nature.

Winter and summer experiences include traditional Sámi meals, storytelling, craft workshops, and the chance to witness the magic of the Northern Lights. But more than that, the aim is to create a deeper connection – to land, to people, and to the values that guide the Sámi people.

Below are a selection of curated Sámi experiences at Huuva Hideaway. Please ask for deatils of the other experiences available.

Summer (June to September)

Taste & Tales of Sápmi

Join Pia and Henry on a guided walk through the forest where you will taste what the wild offers: handcrafted mocktails, forest snacks, and a 3-course meal made from local ingredients. Listen to stories of Sámi culture, food heritage, and nature’s rhythms come alive — creating an experience for all senses. Surrounded by forest, fire and the sounds of summer, this experience offers a peaceful and memorable moment in the heart of Sápmi.

• Duration: 3-3.5 hours
• Group size: 4 - 15 guests

Make, Bake & Taste

This is a hands-on Sámi food and culture experience that engages all the senses. Over the course of a relaxed half-day, guests take part in traditional baking, simple food preparartion and tasting in a natural and social outdoor setting. The experience unfolds around the open fire in an authentic old reindeer corral, where the scent of firewood and freshly baked bread fills the air. Alongside cooking and sharing food, guests are invited to a creative hands-on moment rooted in Sámi everyday traditions. Using simple tools and natural materials, they carve their own wooden butter knife.

• Duration: 4-5 hours
• Group size: 2-12 guests

Winter (December to March)

A Taste of Sámi Culture

A short and meaningful introduction to Sámi culture, hosted in a traditional log house at Huuva Hideaway. Gusets are welcomed outdoors by the fire before being invited inside in a warm and intimate setting. As the crackling fire fills the room and gentle Sámi songs and music set the atmosphere, guests enjoy homemade warm berry glogg, along with curated Sámi tasting bites featuring local reindeer. Throughout the experience, your Sámi hosts share stories about traditions, art and everyday life and the Arctic seasons.

• Duration: 60-90 minutes
• Group size: 2-20 guests

Winter Fairytales of Sápmi

Go deeper into Sámi culture and spend a relaxing time engaging all your senses. Gather around the table beside the crackling fire as you enjoy a three-course meal inspired by Sámi cuisine, prepared with local Arctic ingredients. This is a genuine gathering in a family home atmosphere. Step inside a traditional log house softly lit by candles and firelight, decorated with Sámi details and seasonal touches. With your Sámi hosts, explore authentic arts and crafts and listen to Sámi songs. With a bit of luck, the Northern Lights may appear above the treetops adding a magical finish to your visit.

• Duration: 3-3.5 hours
• Group size: 4-15 guests

Together with your local hosts at Huuva Hideaway, you’ll experience the seasons through Sámi traditions: forest walks, foraging, stories shared, and meals prepared and enjoyed in the soft, lingering Arctic light. An authentic Arctic experience in Sápmi, shaped by culture, nature, and local knowledge.

Ajtta Lodge

A refurbished two-storey log house blending Sámi tradition with modern Scandinavian comfort. Upstairs is a studio room with one double bed and one single bed, plus a separate single room. Downstairs, there’s an extra wide single bed, perfect for a child or extra guest. The lodge includes a kitchenette with kettle, fridge, glasses, and cutlery for simple meals. It has a private compostable bio toilet, an electric sauna, a shower, and a private outdoor jacuzzi on the veranda.