Top Kiruna Outdoor Activities - page 2

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our dog sledding tours offer a perfect blend of excitement and tranquility as you glide through the pristine Arctic landscape. Guests rave about the professionalism of our guides, who not only ensure safety but also share fascinating insights about the region and its traditions. Interact with our team of well-cared-for, eager sled dogs—often described as the heart and soul of the experience. Reviewers frequently highlight the seamless logistics, personal touch, and breathtaking scenery. Whether you’re chasing the northern lights or soaking in a polar sunrise, our tours provide once-in-a-lifetime memories for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. Experience why so many travelers call their time with us “life-changing”!

During a Snowdog Aurora Tour, our guides will try and take you to the quitest locations with less people, lending to a more unique and personal experience. You may also have the opportunity to meet some of our 70 Huskies if we decide that our base camp is the optimum location to view the Aurora Borealis. If we have a nice Aurora we will also take photographs and send you a link to our cloud drive approx 3 days later where you can download the images for free. We will also have some Sami inspired sandwiches and some warm beverages for you to enjoy.

Enjoy a cozy evening under the Arctic sky with a Sami-inspired BBQ dinner that highlights traditional flavors, including smoked reindeer and moose meat, in a scenic setting. Begin your adventure in Poikkijärvi's BBQ hut, surrounded by nature, where a warm fire complements tales of Sámi culture and the history of Lapland. Following dinner, embark on an aurora chase in minibuses, guided by experts who select optimal viewing spots for the Northern Lights. This tour offers a unique blend of cultural immersion and natural wonder, ensuring a memorable experience in Swedish Lapland. - Duration: 4 hours, starting between 19:00 - 20:00 - Enjoy a traditional Sami dish, ‘souvas,’ prepared over an open fire - Includes warm drinks, dinner, and warm clothing for your comfort - Guided chase of the Northern Lights with tips for photography

This is a guided Arctic experience led by someone born and raised in Kiruna, offering a genuine local perspective of the surrounding wilderness. My lifelong connection to the area allows us to explore quiet forests and open landscapes away from crowded tourist routes. The pace and route are adapted to the weather, snow conditions, and your comfort level on the day, creating a flexible and natural experience in the Arctic environment. This is a slow and authentic experience focused on silence, nature, and real local knowledge—an alternative to mass tourism and standard group excursions.

On this northern lights tour, our Sami guide takes you close to Sweden's highest mountain to the small Sami village Nikkaluokta where you are welcomed home to our family to learn more about Sami culture, listen to stories and taste Sami food. Here you spend the night in local cozy cabins surrounded by mountains and valleys. The starry sky is never as clear as here in the mountains, so you have plenty of chances to spot the northern lights. The morning is spent on a nature walk with outdoor lunch together with your Sami guide. Apart from the northern lights and the dinner, you will also get the chance to see wild arctic animals, learn more about nature and encounter Sami culture in reality

Join our local Sami guide for a day visit to Nikkaluokta to learn more about the arctic nature, Sami culture and history of the area. See Kebnekaise, Sweden's highest mountain, and get the chance to see moose, reindeer and other wildlife. In summer we do a light hike, visit Nikkaluokta chapel and have lunch in the Sami-owned restaurant, in winter we visit the guide's home for a Sami activity and lunch.

During the trip, you will enjoy the stunning views of Abisko Village, Lake Torneträsk, and Lapporten. We’ll visit the impressive Abisko Canyon and admire the Silver Waterfall, which transforms into a frozen spectacle during the winter months. Throughout the day, your guides will share stories and knowledge about this extraordinary region. Swedish Lapland is also home to an incredible variety of Arctic wildlife. In these pristine landscapes, it’s possible to spot reindeer moving gracefully through the snow, moose wandering along the forest edge, or even catch a glimpse of a fox, Arctic hare, or Arctic owl. You’ll also learn a few tips and tricks to help recognize tracks and other signs of wildlife during the walk. After the tour, we’ll drive back to Kiruna along Lake Torneträsk, Kaisepakte, and the scenic Arctic Road, a beautiful route that offers one last look at the winter landscape before returning to Kiruna.

What Makes This Snowshoe Tour Special This snowshoe adventure offers more than just a walk in the snow — it’s an immersive Arctic nature experience. Led by knowledgeable local guides, the tour combines peaceful forest trekking with storytelling about Kiruna’s wildlife, landscape, and way of life. Unlike fast-paced or technical hikes, this tour follows a gentle uphill route at a relaxed pace, making it accessible and enjoyable for most fitness levels. Small groups allow for a personal experience, time to absorb the silence of the winter forest, and opportunities to spot wildlife tracks along the way. The highlight comes at the top, where panoramic views reward your effort. Here, your guide prepares hot drinks and traditional Swedish fika over an open fire — a cozy, authentic moment rarely found on standard snowshoe tours. Warm clothing, quality equipment, and thoughtful pacing ensure comfort even in Arctic conditions, creating a safe, memorable, and truly local winter experience.

Adventure into the arctic during this Kiruna Northern Lights Snowmobile Experience in Sweden. Travel with a friend or take control with the single driver option. Explore winding forests, the Torne River, and frozen lakes while searching for the northern lights. Stay warm in supplied snow gear before enjoying a traditional Lappish dinner of reindeer souvas and cloudberry dessert served around an open fire in a forest hut.

This is not a standard tourist tour — it’s a private Arctic experience guided by someone who was born and raised in Kiruna. My lifelong connection to the area allows me to take you beyond marked trails and crowded areas, into quiet forests and open landscapes that many visitors never see. Unlike larger group excursions, this experience is exclusively for your group. That means no strangers, no fixed scripts, and no rushed schedules. The route, pace, and distance are fully adapted to you, the weather, and the snow conditions on that particular day. The combination of snowshoeing with a traditional wood-fired sauna ritual makes this experience truly unique. After moving through the cold Arctic air, you’ll warm up in a private sauna and take part in a guided Nordic ritual — a cultural tradition that connects nature, body, and mind. This is a slow, authentic alternative to mass tourism — focused on silence, nature, personal connection, and genuine local knowledge.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Snowdog The Arctic Adventure Co., ranked No.1 on TripAdvisor in Kiruna. Our dog sledding tours offer a perfect blend of excitement and tranquility as you glide through the pristine Arctic landscape. Guests rave about the professionalism of our guides, who not only ensure safety but also share fascinating insights about the region and its traditions. Interact with our team of well-cared-for, eager sled dogs—often described as the heart and soul of the experience. Reviewers frequently highlight the seamless logistics, personal touch, and breathtaking scenery. Whether you’re chasing the northern lights or soaking in a polar sunrise, our tours provide once-in-a-lifetime memories for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. Experience why so many travelers call their time with us “life-changing”!

Chase the mesmerizing Northern Lights on a thrilling three-hour adventure in the heart of Lappland. This tour departs from Kiruna and is designed for families and adults alike, offering expert guidance to enhance your chances of witnessing the Aurora Borealis. Your knowledgeable guide will take you to the best viewing locations while sharing fascinating insights about Lapland’s unique polar night and Arctic life. Get ready for an unforgettable experience, complete with tips for capturing stunning photos of the lights. Warm drinks are included to keep you cozy during this exhilarating journey. - 3-hour guided tour in search of the Northern Lights - Suitable for families and adults, with expert insights - Departures from Kiruna, with stops at prime viewing spots - Warm drinks included; camera rental available for photography enthusiasts

Borrow a camera with tele-lens from us, or use your own mobile or camera, and follow our local Sami photo guides to experience moose and other arctic animals. Our guides were born in the area and have been out in nature since childhood. We share our knowledge of photography, nature and Sami life to give you a full experience of being part of our area. After the trip, you have practiced using the camera or your own mobile phone, gained more knowledge about the Arctic nature and animals and learned about the Sami people.

Get an intimate glimpse of Lapland’s frozen landscape on this snowmobile tour from Kiruna. With two passengers per snowmobile, you can snuggle up with a loved one or hold on for a ride with a friend as you follow your guide along the Torne River and across frozen lakes. Warm up with an included fireside lunch and keep cosy with cold weather gear rental included in the price.

Explore nature and get outside to see magic in the sky. The northern lights are a natural phenomenon and change with the weather, but this tour will give you an amazing opportunity to potentially see the Aurora Borealis. Experienced guides will use weather and light forecasts to predict the best locations for seeing the lights. Make sure to pack a tripod, as great locations for photography are generally found.

Add some husky dog action to your Kiruna trip, and enjoy a family-friendly dog sleigh ride, away from the main tourist trail. Taking part in a small group for a more intimate experience, you’ll explore frozen lakes and trails, looking out for moose and reindeer, aboard a sled pulled by huskies. Plenty of cuddle time with the friendly and calm dogs is factored in to the trip, and extra perks include homemade cake.