Winter Adventure: Snowmobile Overnight with Kiruna Guidetur
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1 day (overnight experience)
Fitness Level
Participants should be in moderate physical shape to handle snowmobiling and shelter construction.
Overview
Experience the thrill of snowmobiling through frozen landscapes and spend a night in a self-made igloo beneath the northern lights. Kiruna Guidetur's tour is a must for winter adventurers.
Snowmobile Overnight in Self-made Igloo/Quinzhee
3+ years • 25 hours • Build your own iglo and spend the night in it under the open sky!
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About This Adventure
Embark on an unforgettable snowmobile overnight tour, where you'll glide over frozen rivers, build your own snow igloo, and search for the mesmerizing northern lights by a crackling fire. Enjoy a Nordic dinner and cozy up for the night in your handcrafted snow shelter, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Duration: 25 hours
Have you ever driven a snowmobile over a frozen river, spent the day construction your own snow igloo/quinzhee, then sat under the open sky during the dark arctic night searching for northern lights in the sky while warmed by an open fire, followed by enjoying a Nordic dinner, and then finished off the day nestled down into your sleeping bag, ready to sleep through the night under a roof of snow that you carved out yourself?
No? Not many can say that they have - but you could, once you have joined our snowmobile overnight tour!
A unique experience unlike any other!
Includes
- Guide (+ instructions on how to drive the snowmobiles)
- Helmet, warm overalls, and boots
- Lunch (first day)
- Aurora Colosseum tour
- Dinner (part of the Aurora Colosseum tour)
- Overnight in snow igloo/quinzhee
- Breakfast bag (second day)
General information
Total tour time includes transfers to and from the snowmobile garage Meeting times are 20-30 minutes before starting time
Driving distance: 30-40 km
Standard price is for 2 people sharing a snowmobile, taking turns driving.
For tours between December 24th and January 6th there is a 300 SEK/person holiday addition to the tour price.
Children under the age of 13 sit in a sled pulled by the guide. Children under the age of 5 require an adult to sit in the sled with them.
Requirements:
Valid driver’s license (for cars; license for snowmobiles is not required) to drive the snowmobiles. 18 years of age to drive the snowmobiles. No prior experience driving snowmobiles is required.
Additions
Single driver (one snowmobile per person). Sit in a sled pulled by the guide.
Meeting Point
Torggatan 4 981 30 Kiruna Sweden
Adventure Tips
Dress in Layers
Layer moisture-wicking base layers with insulating and waterproof outer layers for optimal warmth and mobility.
Check Weather Conditions
Monitor weather updates daily to ensure safe travel and shelter integrity during your overnight trip.
Carry Extra Warmth
Bring additional thermal blankets and hand warmers for nighttime comfort inside your snow shelter.
Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated despite the cold weather.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Arctic fox
- Moose
History
Kiruna was established in the early 20th century as a mining town, and its landscape was shaped by century-long iron ore extraction.
Conservation
Tour operators prioritize sustainable practices, including minimizing environmental impact and promoting responsible wildlife viewing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Thermal base layers
Keeps you warm during outdoor activities and inside your snow shelter.
winter specific
Insulated waterproof boots
Protects your feet from cold and moisture during snowmobiling and shelter building.
winter specific
Windproof jacket and pants
Shield you from wind chill while on your snowmobile journey.
winter specific
Headlamp or flashlight
Provides visibility during nighttime and inside the snow shelter.
winter specific