SWEDEN
Sweden's classics.
The 10 best abisko & lapland hikes tours in Sweden, from the big-name classics to the quieter picks worth knowing about. What each one involves, who runs it, and what it costs.
Chase the aurora from Kiruna to Abisko with a small group, dinner in a lodge, heated transport, overalls, and pro photo help.
“Everything about this experience was 5 star! The pickup, the meal, and the experience. We were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights on our first try and we also go some amazing photos! Thank you to all those involved!”
Guided morning hike in Abisko National Park with hotel pickup. Short Arctic trek, river canyon views, wildlife tracks, and Sami stories.
“I had a really good time hiking around the National Park. The guide explained the history of the national parks and important things about the place. She also stopped at a couple of scenic spots and encouraged us to spend some time soaking in the sights.”
Aurora hunting from Abisko’s dark-sky valley on snowmobiles. Drive, ride, warm up, and chase clear skies in remote Swedish winter scenery.
“Unfortunately, we couldn’t see the Northern Lights due to the weather conditions. However, our guide really did his best to make the experience enjoyable despite this. The conversations were great, very informative and entertaining, and the atmosphere was warm and friendly. Even without the lights, we still had a pleasant and memorable evening.”
Small-group Northern Lights hunt from Kiruna to Abisko with minibus transport, Lapporten and canyon stops, plus warm drinks.
“Guide Patia was very helpful in teaching us how to use the night exposure setting to get enhanced pictures of the auroras. Last stop, cold and late at night, was the best one! Don’t give up!”
A small-group 2-hour snowshoe hike in Abisko National Park with warm clothing, hot drinks, transfers, and big mountain views.
“Anna was a very good guide , she told us all about tracks and nature, we had a nice break and the views where wonderfull. An easy tour, much time to make photo’s. thank you Anna”
A 7-hour dog sledding day from Abisko to Kiruna with warm overalls, a guided ride through Arctic wilderness, and Swedish fika.
“Super leuk om te doen. De gidsen vertelde alles wat je wilde weten over de honden maar ook over de sport. Echt een aanrader.”
A 2-hour eco snowmobile ride from Björkliden with warm gear, expert coaching, and a fika-style snack stop by Lake Torneträsk.
“The guide was super helpful. Thanks to her we could go places where you ca'nt get on foot. The nature and the view of Torneträsk is breathtaking. Highly recommend!”
3 hours of guided snowshoe hiking in Abisko’s birch forest, with warm drinks, animal tracks, and a chance at the Northern Lights.
“We had a nice evening with our Guide Robin who seemed to genuinely enjoy showing us how to use snowshoes and touring Abisko. He made sure everyone was good the entire time. Even though we didn't see the Northern Lights we had a fun evening and enjoyed the views of the mountains and the landscape.”
Small-group Arctic char ice fishing in Abisko on Lake Torneträsk, with warm gear, guided help, and a fire-cooked meal.
“It could have been better as explained in tour. It was tough to get to lake as we need to slide self from a high place with snow on it. Guide could have made it more easy as I know and also read on what includes (snowmobile was included but didn’t get it) 😒 .…”
A 6-hour Abisko to Norway fjord photography tour with flexible photo stops, English-guided history, and serious winter views.
“Very nice trip, great location, nice guide (Jakob). Van a little bit cold, but understandable at temperatures as low as minus 29.5 degrees Celsius. But we were dressed for really cold weather.”
