Embark on an adventure to remember - snowshoeing under the extraordinary Northern Lights in Swedish Lapland from Luleå!
Journey into the snow-covered wilderness of Sweden on the search for the iconic Aurora Borealis on this remarkable, 3-hour, Northern Lights snowshoeing tour in Luleå! Welcoming beginners and explorers ages 4 and up.
The dynamic coastal city of Luleå is located in northern Sweden and is often known as the 'gateway to Swedish Lapland'. Renowned for its historic architecture, bustling commerce, and university, Luleå is also surrounded by a pristine nature and the impressive Luleå Archipelago. Due to its close proximity to the Arctic Circle, Luleå is one of the best places to witness the captivating natural phenomenon of the Northern Lights. For an authentic winter experience in Swedish Lapland, don't miss this guided Northern Lights snowshoeing tour in Luleå!
The adventure begins at one of the listed meeting points in Luleå (please see 'special terms'), where you and your group (a maximum of 8 people) will board the comfortable minivan and set out towards the nature trails outside of the city. Upon arrival, you'll be provided with snowshoes, walking poles, a headlamp, thermal overalls, and winter boots in addition to a safety and itinerary briefing. Next, your guide will give an introduction to snowshoeing and snowshoeing techniques. They will customize the snowshoeing tour based on the abilities of all participants. Now, the fun starts!
You'll set off into the picturesque snow-covered landscapes of Luleå with only your headlamp lighting the way. Traversing the snowy terrain with ease, you'll experience a sense of serenity like none other. If luck is on your side, the vibrant and dancing colour of the Northern Lights may make an appearance. Once you've reached an optimal spot to observe the Aurora Borealis, your guide will make a campfire. Seated on reindeer pelts, you'll be treated to hot drinks while your guide shares the fascinating myths and legends surrounding the Northern Lights. Don't forget your camera! After an enchanting evening in Swedish Lapland, you'll return to the original departure point with lasting memories of this Northern Lights snowshoeing tour in Luleå.
For an unforgettable winter adventure in Sweden, book this Northern Lights snowshoeing tour in Luleå today!
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Practical information
- Pick up from select locations in Luleå (please see 'special terms' and specify when booking)
- Meet your experienced guide
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Short scenic transfer to one of Swedish Lapland's nature reserves
- Arrival
- Receive your snowshoes, walking poles, headlamp, thermal overalls, and winter boots
- Introduction to snowshoeing and snowshoeing techniques
- The adventure begins!
- 1.5-2 hours of snowshoeing
- Several stops for photos
- The adventure continues!
- Campfire break with coffee or tea
- Learn about the myths and legends of the Northern Lights
- Return transfer to the original departure point in Luleå
Please be advised that all participants must be in good physical condition to take part in this activity.
In addition, all children must be accompanied by an adult.
A minimum of 2 people is required to run this snowshoeing tour.
Participants can meet onsite or choose between pick up in Luleå from the following locations (please specify when booking):
- Best Western Hotell Savoy
- Clarion Hotel Sense
- Comfort Hotel Arctic
- Elite Stadshotellet
- First Camp Arcus-Luleå
- Luleå Tourist Center, Kulturens hus
- Naran Hotell
- Park Hotell
- Quality Hotel
- Scandic Hotel
- SPiS Hotell Amber
In addition, please list each participant's shoe size and height when booking.
This snowshoeing tour's difficulty level is labelled as 'moderate' and is customized to the skill levels of the group. The total duration of snowshoeing is approximately 1.5-2 hours, covering a distance of 3 km (1.8 miles)
This excursion's itinerary is customized to the abilities of the participants and is subject to change based on the evening's weather conditions.
Since the Northern Lights are an unpredictable natural phenomenon, their presence is never guaranteed.
- Pick up from select locations in Luleå (please see 'special terms'
- Guide
- Headlamp
- Thermal overalls
- Winter boots
- Snowshoes
- Walking poles
- Hot beverages
- Food
- Warm underlayers
- Wool socks
- Hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Extra layers of warm clothing
- Small backpack
- Water
- Snacks
- Camera