Magic of the Northern Lights

The breathtaking beauty of the Swedish wilderness will inspire you as you explore the untouched landscape by husky sled, snowmobile or on snowshoes and, with a bit of luck, marvel at the northern lights in the evening by an open fire with a hot drink in your hand. Most of the program of this trip takes place in the evening, so you have the best chance of experiencing the dancing northern lights in the starry night sky.

Magic of the Northern Lights: The itinerary

Day 1: Arrival
You will be picked up at Umeå Airport or Vindeln train station after your arrival and drive just over an hour (less from the train station) to the lodge where your adventure begins. There you will move into your comfortable rooms or cozy little cabins and end the day with your first dinner. Meals begin with dinner today and end with breakfast on departure day. Depending on your arrival time, you will receive your warm winter clothing either this evening or the following morning.

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Day 2: Husky tour through the Swedish winter landscape
The first highlight of your trip awaits you today: a three-hour dog sled tour through the Swedish wilderness. You will share a sled in pairs and can take turns driving. Along the way, you stop for a break and can enjoy a small lunch in the wild before getting back on the sled and heading back to the husky farm. You can spend the afternoon however you like. Dinner will be served in the evening before you set off in search of the northern lights yourself or simply enjoy the comfort of your bed.

Day 3: Aurora snowshoe hike
Start the day with a hearty breakfast and relax during the day or explore the surroundings on your own with snowshoes or traditional Sami skis which you can use free of charge during your stay. For an additional charge, you can also take part in a wide range of activities, such as a snowmobile safari with ice fishing, before going on a two to three hour snowshoe hike in the evening. If skies are clear, you can watch the moon and stars and maybe even catch a glimpse of the northern lights. Keep an eye out for them while drinking coffee at a campfire during a break. If there are northern lights that evening, you have the best chance of experiencing them up close and without any light pollution!


Day 4: Snowmobile safari under the northern lights
Enjoy a quiet day and relax or explore the surroundings on your own before going on a snowmobile tour in the evening, looking out for the breathtaking northern lights. The tour features circular electric snowmobiles, developed and built in Sweden. These not only reduce disturbance to wildlife but are also safer and more comfortable to ride, not least because of their more silent electric drive. Have coffee during a break along the way while you wait for this natural wonder. You will be on the road for around two and a half hours, sharing a snowmobile in pairs and taking turns driving.

Day 5: Northern lights photo safari
Today you can also start the day at a leisurely pace and plan it entirely according to your own wishes. After dinner, you will set off again in search of the magical northern lights. Led by an experienced nature guide and photographer, you will learn all about the natural phenomenon of the aurora borealis and how best to capture it in a picture. You will make your way by car and/or on foot to a well selected place for photographing and observing the northern lights, where you can enjoy hot drinks and cookies. In total, the excursion takes about 3 hours, depending on the conditions and success.

Day 6: Your personal adventure
Today is yours to spend as you wish. You have the option of booking additional activities (see "Extras") or, alternatively, taking a public bus to visit the towns of Umeå or Lycksele. Lunch and dinner will be served at the lodge. However, if you are planning a longer excursion, you can take a packed lunch with you instead.

Day 7: Another free day
Start the day with a hearty breakfast and enjoy the peace and quiet that surrounds you. Today you can relax again or book additional activities (see “Extras”). Round off your stay with a visit to the sauna (at an extra charge) and a refreshing ice bath before enjoying a final delicious dinner. Just like yesterday, you can take a packed lunch with you instead of having lunch at the lodge.

Day 8: Departure
The last day begins with breakfast before you unfortunately have to pack your things and say goodbye. A transfer will take you back to Umeå Airport or the train station in Vindeln, from where you will start your journey home with many new, incomparable memories in your luggage.

Accommodation:
The lodge is located in a small village in the wilderness of northern Sweden and is situated directly on the tranquil river Umeå. The standard accommodation on this trip is double rooms in the eco-hotel or small cabins for up to four people. These are equipped with comfortable beds, toilet and shower with towels. Each double room has a TV, kettle, tea and coffee. The cabins have a small kitchenette and, in addition to a double bed that can be pushed apart to make two single beds, a sofa bed. Wifi is available throughout the premises. All rooms/cabins are non-smoking. If you wish, you can spend a night in an Aurora tree house during your stay (for an extra charge, see “Extras”).

Note:
To drive a snowmobile yourself, you must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license. Children up to the age of 12 sit in a sled behind the guide's snowmobile.
To be allowed to drive a dog sled themselves, children need to be at least 15 years old, 155 cm tall and weigh 50 kg or more. Children from 9 to 15 years with a minimum height of 120 cm may sit alone on a sled driven by an adult. Otherwise, they sit in the sled together with an adult. If you plan to travel with several children, please discuss this with us when booking.
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