Arctic trail; Lapland à la carte
4 days, 3 days snowmobiling,
Kiruna – Nikkaluokta - Lappesuando -Vittangivaara – ICEHOTEL | Explore the landscape of Sami culture in Lapland. Travel along the ancient trails of this aboriginal people, through the forest and over the mountains.
The daily life of the Sami, bartering on the shores of the Arctic Ocean, reindeer migration and the summer homesteads tell of a life in harmony with animals and nature.
Come along on an exclusive food and snowmobile excursion, far off the beaten path.
Approximately 85 kilometers: This Lapland adventure begins inside the welcome kåta – or Sami-style tent – called Guossagoathi, which is just outside the airport gates.
| Departure | Departure April 1st, 2010 |
| Price | $3,225 per person |
| Included | Taxi transfers from/to Kiruna Airport - Hotel Accommodation in cabins / lodges / wilderness camps or hotel according to the program Breakfast daily Full board from dinner on day one to breakfast day 4 Snowmobile rental (Polaris IQ FS Touring), 1 snowmobile per person All gasoline/oil Guide service throughout the safari Equipment and clothing (overall, boots, hat/helmet and gloves) |
| Not Included | Flight to/from Kiruna Personal insurance / personal items Beverages other than lingonberry juice / ice water Self-excess of SEK 8000 in case of crashed/damaged snowmobile to be paid by driver Gratuities $25 Service fee |
| Please Note | This tour is for experienced riders. 3 days snowmobiling. |
Day 1 KIRUNA - NIKKALUOKTA (D) Kiruna Airport - Nikkaluokta, approximately 55 mi. Arrival at Kiruna Airport. This Lapland adventure begins inside the welcome kåta - or Sami-style tent - called Guossagoathi, which is just outside the airport gates. We start with lunch, consisting of small dishes prepared according to local traditions.
Then we mount our snowmobiles and take off to the foot of the highest mountain in Lapland, Kebnekaise. We dine with Sami hosts who serve the best from the rich Sami traditions. We spend the night in cabins.
Day 2 ICEHOTEL - LAPPESUANDO (B, L, D) Nikkaluokta - Lappesuando, approx. 100 mi. Snowmobiles transport us to the mountains of Lapland and to our camp deep in the pine forest surrounding the Kaitum nature conservation area. We enjoy an outdoor lunch prepared over a campfire by our guide and outdoor cook. The evening meal consists of a variety of dishes based on Lapland game - fish, fowl and meat. We spend the night in timber cabins.
Day 3 LAPPESUANDO - ICEHOTEL (B, L, D) Lappesuando - Vittangivaara - ICEHOTEL, approximately 75 mi. We leave Lappesuando and travel to Jukkasjärvi and ICEHOTEL, stopping for an outdoor lunch on the way. On our arrival at ICEHOTEL, we are given a guided tour of the hotel, before taking a sauna and a dip in our hot tubs. Dinner served on ice plates made from the pure ice of the Torne River will provide a culinary experience to remember. Sleeping accommodation in ICEHOTEL.
Day 4 KIRUNA DEPARTURE (B) Departure day. After breakfast a short transfer to Kiruna airport.
Additional nights and activities are available on request.