Overview

Immerse yourself in the Scandinavian wilderness on a one-week backcountry ski tour through the fells around Abisko, Northern Sweden. This journey takes you far above the treeline, skiing through dramatic mountain landscapes and unspoiled wilderness, with average daily distances of 15 km. With only tents and natural terrain as your shelter, this tour is for adventurers who crave solitude, challenging terrain, and an authentic arctic experience. Departures run from December to mid-May for groups of 2-6 people.

•Duration: 1 week (Saturday to Saturday)

•Group Size: 2-6 people

•Season: December to mid-May (earlier dates are more demanding)

•Languages: English

•Minimum Age: 18 years

•Fitness & Skills: Requires above-average fitness, some skiing and camping experience

Tour Highlights

•Remote Fell Skiing: Traverse the high-altitude, untracked fells around Abisko, with altitudes around 1,000 meters for much of the journey.

•Northern Lights and Wilderness Views: Experience some of the best northern lights activity and breathtaking landscapes with frozen rivers, waterfalls, and glaciers.

•Wild Camping: Sleep under the stars in high-quality winter tents, with one night in a wilderness hut and cozy accommodations with a sauna at the beginning and end of the tour.

•Solitude and Silence: With a high solitude rating (4/5 during polar night, 3/5 from late February), this tour lets you enjoy peace and quiet amidst vast wilderness.

•Winter Survival Skills: Learn essential arctic skills, from navigating the rugged landscape to setting up camp in extreme conditions.

Included in the Tour Price (€1895 per person, VAT included)

•Accommodation: High-quality winter tents during the tour, a wilderness hut, and hotel-level accommodation with sauna at the start and end of the trip in Abisko.

•Meals: Full board with three meals daily, including outdoor lunches by scenic fells.

•Skiing Equipment: Includes backcountry skis, poles, pulkkas, and all camping and safety gear.

•Guiding: Expert guide from airport arrival to departure, providing support, safety, and insights into arctic wilderness skills.

•Transfers: Round-trip airport transfers from Kiruna to Abisko (train options from Narvik or Stockholm are also possible).

Difficulty

•Challenge: 4/5 – This is a challenging tour due to exposure, unpredictable weather, and off-trail skiing. Skiers should be comfortable with remote wilderness, variable conditions, and camping.

•Solitude: 4/5 during polar night (December-February); 3/5 during high season (late February-April).

2025 Guaranteed Departure Dates

•15-22 February 2025

•5-12 April 2025

Custom Departures and Private Groups

The tour is available for private groups, with dates customizable from December to mid-May.

Prefer More Comfort?

For those seeking a similar experience with hut accommodations and guaranteed departures for solo travelers, consider our Halti Ski Expedition instead.

Airport Transfers

The tour begins at Kiruna Airport, and transfers to Abisko are included. Please coordinate flight times to ensure compatibility with group transportation. Alternative arrivals by train from Narvik or Stockholm are also possible.

Contact for Booking and Questions

•Email:joose@wildhikesfinland.com

•Phone: +358 45 619 8260

Step into the Scandinavian wilderness for a week of backcountry skiing in one of Northern Sweden’s most breathtaking regions