ICEHOTEL

Start off by dogsled with a team eager to run, guided by a local musher who handles the pace and route. Wrapped warmly in the sled, you’ll travel across snow-covered trails through northern Lapland, focusing on the movement of the dogs and the changing terrain. The sled glides steadily as the team pulls together, stopping occasionally to check on the dogs and conditions.

Midway, you’ll pause in the wilderness for coffee and cake prepared over an open fire. The guide shares insights into dog care and life in the region before you continue the journey and return feeling grounded and alert.

Head out after dark with a guide who watches the sky and the forecast. A short snowmobile ride takes you away from streetlights to open ground where aurora activity is easier to spot. You’ll wait, look up and learn what causes the lights and why they change colour and shape. When they appear, you’ll have time to watch and photograph them without rushing.

Warm drinks help between checks of the sky. The focus stays on the lights rather than speed or distance. If conditions shift, you’ll move to another location and try again before heading back. Clothing advice and tips are shared as needed.

Set out from the property and head onto the frozen Torne River on a snowmobile. After a short briefing, you’ll choose to share a machine or drive one on your own, following your guide across lakes, forest trails and open terrain. The route climbs to higher ground where you’ll pause to look across the majestic winter landscape and learn how to read animal tracks in the snow.

Along the way, you’ll see reindeer or other Arctic wildlife. You’ll stop at an open fire for Swedish fika before riding back to Jukkasjärvi, as your guide shares knowledge of winter travel.