Kiruna Activities - Lapland 2013-14

** Please note these excursions are only available from Hotels in Kiruna **

We recommend you book your activities and excursions for your stay in Kiruna approx. 8 weeks prior to departure. All snowmobile activities require a driving licence that is valid in Sweden. Prices may change without warning due to factors outside the control of Simply Sweden. All times include any applicable transfers and are approximate. Warm clothing is provided for the excursions, which includes hat, snowmobile suite, mittens and boots. Children's prices are half price unless stated.

Important
There is a £35pp supplement for all activities below on 24, 25, 26, 31Dec & 1Jan.

Husky transfers from Kiruna airport to Kiruna
Journey through the magical winter wonderland of the ancient forests and frozen lakes. You may see some of the local wildlife including moose and reindeer. Depending on your hotel this tour may terminate at the husky kennels and you will be transferred by minibus to your hotel.

• Husky taxi
  Sit back, relax, enjoy the ride and absorb the stunning scenery. £660 per sleigh (2hrs Max 4 people per sled)
• Shared drive your own team
  2 adults take turns to drive the husky sled. A 3hr30 journey including lunch at a wilderness camp. £577 per sled
• Drive your own team
  Greet your eager team of 3 or 4 huskies at Kiruna airport and drive your own husky team to your hotel. Includes lunch at a wilderness camp. £346pp

Daily Excursions 

Northern Lights Excursions

• Northern Lights Excursion by snowmobile
  A guided snowmobile tour in search of the Northern Lights. Includes supper. £122pp 2 per snowmobile. £197 single rider (6pm 4hrs)
• Northern Lights husky tour
  One of the most popular ways to search for the Northern Lights in the spectacular wilderness of Lapland.
  £125pp with fika (5pm 2hr30)
  £163pp with evening meal (5pm 3hr)
• Abisko Minibus Tour - Aurora Sky Station
  Collection from your hotel for a transfer to Abikso, high in the Swedish mountains. Here you will find a chair lift with views across the mountains and across Lake Torneträsk. The north facing Aurora Sky Station has recently received a large amount of recognition for the increased chances of seeing the Northern Lights. Includes evening meal at Aurora Sky Station. £TBApp Not suitable for children. (4.30pm 6hrs)
• Northern Lights Excursion on Horseback
  A guided icelandic horse back excursion in search of the glittering Northern Lights. You will travel approx. 3,5km by horse. Includes evening meal. Max 90kgs. Min age 12yrs. £195pp (4pm)
• Northern Lights by Snowshoe
  A beautiful walk through the magical forests with numerous stops to see if the Northern Lights are there. £85pp 7pm
• Overnight Snowmobile tours
  Please see below
• Overnight Husky Tours
  Please see below

Snowmobile excursions

• Snowmobile Tour
  Morning snowmobile excursion through the magical countryside surrounding Kiruna. Includes fika in the wilderness. £104 pp 2 per snowmobile. £151 single rider. (10am 3hr30)
• Snowmobile safari & ice fishing
  A breathtaking tour through glittering forests in the beautiful winter wonderland that surrounds the Torne valley. You will drive in small groups and making your own tracks. You will drill a hole in the ice and try to catch your own lunch, but don't worry if the fish aren't biting, a lapish lunch and some other delicacies will be served around an open fire. £159 pp 2 per snowmobile. £205 single rider. (11am approx 5hr30) 
• Snowmobile tour to ICEHOTEL
  You will be guided to ICEHOTEL where a visit to this architectural masterpiece is included. Includes fika in the wilderness. £159 pp 2 per snowmobile. £205 single rider.(10am 4hrs30)
• High Mountain tour
  ** Simply Sweden Recommendation **
  A magnificent tour to one of the most beautiful spots in Sweden at Lake Ladtjojaure with views of Sweden's highest mountain, Kebnekaise. Great opportunities to see wildlife such as moose. During the break you have the chance to try some ice fishing and enjoy lunch with local delicacies. You really will appreciate just how big nature is. £253 pp 2 per snowmobile. £383 single rider. (9am 6hrs)
• Overnight Snowmobile tours
  Please see below

Husky Sleighs

• Husky Excursion
  One of the best ways to explore the wilderness during the winter month. Includes fika in the wilderness. £123 pp (10am 2hrs30)
• Husky excursion with lunch
  Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride as you glide through the glorious white wilderness. Approx 25kms and includes lunch. £150 pp (10am 3hr30)
• Drive your own Husky team
  ** Simply Sweden Recommendation **
  One of the most exciting ways to see the snow covered countryside of Lapland. After some short instructions your guide will lead the way and you will have control of your own team of 3 or 4 huskies. Approx 25km and Includes lunch. (9am 4hr30)
  £200pp - 2 people per sled (take it in turn to drive)
  £238pp - 1 person per sled
• Overnight Husky Tours
  Please see below

Skiing and Snowshoes

• Ski or snowshoe
  Guided excursion into the forests surrounding Kiruna including fika in the wilderness . £85 pp (11am 3hr)
  

Other Activities

• Drive your own Reindeer sled (Voujan)
  Take a step inside the Sami culture, drive your own reindeer sled (approx 10km) and enjoy a traditional Sami meal. 0815 transfer from Kiruna. Approx 30min at ICEHOTEL prior to tour. £325pp.
• Sami and reindeer experience (Raidu)
  Enjoy traditional Sami food prepared over a campfire, experience a short reindeer sleigh excursion and and indulge yourself in the everyday life and rich culture of the Sami. 1pm transfer from Kiruna. Approx 30min at ICEHOTEL prior to tour. £220pp.
• Sami experience
  Soak up the everyday culture of the Sami people with their arts and crafts and food. Lunch is served in a Laavo (Sami tent) and you may have the opportunity to catch a reindeer with a lasso. £130pp. (9.30am 3hrs)
• Minibus tour to ICEHOTEL
  Guided tour of ICEHOTEL including entrance and transfers from your hotel in Kiruna. £98pp. (11am 3hrs)
• Winter Fun Day
  ** Family Recommendation **
  4 hours of activities in the snow, deep in Swedish Lapland. You will be collected from your hotel and spend your time enjoying some traditional and more modern winter activities. Cross country skiing, sledging, ice fishing and a short wildlife safari in a snowmobile sled. You will be provided with a traditional wilderness lunch and all the activities take place by a log cabin heated by an open fire, with a constant supply of hot drinks to keep you warm! £103pp. Children £52 each. (11am)
• Clothing rental
  Please speak to us as many of our holidays already include warm clothing. Rent warm clothing which includes a hat, snowmobile suit, gloves and snow boots. £14 per person per day.

Overnight Snowmobile Tours
** Simply Sweden Recommendation **

Overnight Snowmobile - Lapland

You head out to this comfortable wilderness camp by snowmobile. Weaving through the magical snow covered forests of Swedish Lapland and across frozen rivers thick with ice. During this tour there is a chance of seeing moose, reindeer and you will drive 30-60km over 18-20hrs depending on conditions. Book the extended version for more snowmobiling!

At the Wilderness Camp there are 2 wilderness suites, 1 riverside suite and a large 3 bedroom log cabin with private rooms on the banks of the Torne River each with a log fire. There is running water (except riverside suite) and electricity! You will be catered for on a half board basis including evening meal and breakfast. The meals are prepared in the log cabin at the Wilderness Camp over a hot stove. At the Wilderness Camp you will find WC’s, showers and saunas. Your evening also includes time in a hot tub which will be kept warm for up to 3 hours. Look to the night skies for Northern Lights and a glittering array of stars.

Prices from £374pp.
Upgrades: Individual snowmobile from £65pp. Upgrade to a Wilderness Suite with private sauna & shower from £70pp. Extend the tour by 5hrs - collection at 10am including lunch, shared snowmobile £120pp, individual snowmobile, £166pp.

Overnight at the High Mountain Valley
(Sweden's Highest Mountain)
** Simply Sweden Recommendation **
Overnight at one of the most beautiful locations in Sweden, high in mountains in Lapland with some of the most sought after views in Sweden. Kebnekaise is Sweden's largest mountain and is located close to the Norwegian border. It stands at an impressive 2,104 meters above sea level. From the village of Nikkaluokta you drive your snowmobiles into the mountains towards Lake Ladtjojaure, where you can admire the impressive sight of Mount Kebnekaise. Life long memories from a truly magical location. Great opportunities to see the Northern Lights and native wildlife.
You will be collected from your hotel in Kiruna or ICE HOTEL. The transfer to the start point is approx 1hr15, depending on the amount of native moose & reindeer en route and the total length of this tour is approx. 26hrs. This is longer than our usual transfers but we hope you think it's worth it. You will be provided with a traditional Lapish evening meal and breakfast, served around an open fire. Due to the location of these cabins they are basic with no running water or electricity. They have just one room where you will eat and sleep in sleeping bags. A true Lapland Wilderness experience.
From £584 pp 2 per snowmobile. £714 single rider.

Overnight Husky Tours

You will be collected from your hotel after lunch for the short transfer to the husky kennels. Meet your own team of 3 or 4 huskies for the following 20 hrs (approx) of wilderness adventure. You will be provided with warm clothing and brief instructions about how to guide your team of huskies through the ancient snow covered forests of Swedish Lapland. After harnessing your eager team of four legged friends you glide silently through the magical snow covered forests.
This is a genuine hands on, back to basics wilderness experience in Swedish Lapland. The wilderness cabin usually used on this tour is basic yet comfortable. There is no electricity and water is sourced from the frozen lake just 100m from the cabin. There is a comfortable lounge / dining area and the bedroom has bunk beds. The cabin is heated by a real log fire and you can relax in the wood fired sauna while your guide prepares your evening meal over a hot stove. Don’t forget to keep your eyes on the night sky for the Northern Lights!
On this tour you will drive your own team or 3 or 4 huskies. As the huskies may sometimes be injured, it may be necessary for you to sit 2 per sled and take it in turns to drive. In our opinion this is an excellent alternative as you can talk to each other as you jointly admire the scenery.
Price from £427pp.
If you are looking for a little bit more luxury during your overnight husky tour we can offer you a wilderness suite on the banks of the Torne River. The wilderness suite has a private sauna and shower and you also have access to a hot tub during the evening. Upgrade from £198pp.