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Spend two nights under Lapland’s long winter sky chasing the Aurora Borealis from Kiruna. Small groups, on-site huskies, and guided photography make this a practical option for photographers seeking hands-on help in a remote Arctic setting.
Spend two nights under Lapland’s long winter sky chasing the Aurora Borealis from Kiruna. Small groups, on-site huskies, and guided photography make this a practical option for photographers seeking hands-on help in a remote Arctic setting.
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Operated by Snowdog - The Arctic Adventure Company · Kiruna, Norrbotten
A hush falls over the frozen pines as headlights fade and you stand under a raw, northern sky. Ribbons of green and purple unfurl above the low horizon, moving like a slow tide; the huskies at the nearby kennel breathe steam into the cold and seem to watch with you. This two-night photography tour out of Kiruna hunts clear skies — whether close to town or along the road toward Abisko — and gives photographers a real shot at the aurora with expert guidance and warm shelter between outings.
easy.
2 days (approx. 48 hours total, two evening excursions).
Suitable for most adults in reasonable health; you’ll be standing in cold for extended periods but no strenuous hiking is required.
There’s no guarantee, but tours increase your chances by moving to clearer skies; Abisko’s microclimate often provides more clear nights, and guides monitor forecasts to optimize location.
Guides can supply warm overalls and sturdy boots if temperatures become extreme, but guests should bring insulated base layers and good gloves for comfort and mobility.
The operator advises against children under 12 due to long nights and cold exposure; contact the supplier if you have special needs or young teens.
Guides will attempt to photograph the aurora and typically upload images to a cloud drive about three days after the trip for participants to download.
This part of Swedish Lapland is traditional Sami land; reindeer herding and seasonal migration have shaped local culture for centuries.
Minimize light pollution and stay on marked tracks; respect reindeer herding areas and follow guides’ instructions to reduce disturbance.
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