Skiing

The Nordic nations (Sweden and Norway) are well known as being expert skiers, amassing between them 41 medals in downhill skiing and 149 in cross country skiing and leading the way in turning snowboarding into the international sensation it is today. Despite this renowned international success Sweden remains a relatively underused Skiing destination, especially in the north of Lapland, perhaps the biggest reason for this are common misconceptions about the weather and the geography. Well no more! We are here to change that!

The slopes of Lapland offer a unique experience for both beginner and experienced skier alike. From the quiet and relaxing village slopes in Vuollerim and Porjus to the full on resort of Kåbdalis, whether you normally go to St. Moritz, the French Alps, Austria or the dry slope in Tamworth, Lapland is the place to tempt you away. In the valleys of the Arctic rivers and the heights of the Scandinavian Mountains, the back-drop to you skiing or snowboarding is unrivalled throughout the world. Thoughout all of Swedish Lapland and therefore on all of these packages there is the ever present chance of seeing the magnificent Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) 

from £399 per person for 6 nights, including; transfers, self catering accommodation and use of equipment on site.

At the Travelapland retreat you have unlimited access to the surrounding hills and the valleys of the Lule river. You can travel through the forests along the tracks and ways finding undulations of varying depths, from 20ft to 200.You can even slide right from your doorstep and end up on the frozen river where! We can even lend you an ATV or Snowmobile so you only have to slide down the hill and not work your way back up again! Cross country skiing from the retreat is just as easy and there is every possibility of seeing a Moose, Reindeer or any number of native birds.

If you would prefer to have access to a slope with a lift, then fear not! The nearbly village of Vuollerim has a wonderfully well kept slope with a full legnth ski lift. The slope is run by the local villagers and as such is very quiet. It is more than likely you will have the slope to yourself, at most there will be a handfull of villagers there too. This gives you the opportunity for skiing in a setting without being pushed out of the way or scared by angry locals zooming about. We can take you to Vuollerim on a daily basis if you require. We are also on hand to offer basic instruction on how to ski and snowboard effectively and safely.

Kåbdalis Ski Resort

from £1099 per person for 3 nights. £1499 pp for 6 nights includes; transfers and self catering accommodation (there is an excellent restaurant on site offering Breakfast, Lunch and a la Carte evening meals).

The Kåbdalis resort is nestled high in the Scandinavian Mountains, with up to 12 routes down the mountain side and 4 lifts there is something for everyone. There is even an on site off piste section with jumps and cliff sections very well suited to skiers and snowboarders alike. The accommodation offers direct access from the door to the lifts, often as little as a few meters away. The quiet nature of the resort means you can easily go at your own pace and not have to worry about getting in the way.

There are frequent trips to the nearby town of Jokkmokk where you can go shopping or visit the Saami Museum. There is a huge selection of ski and snowboarding equipment available to hire together with an excellent restaurant, pub and bar, you can also hire snowmobiles and go ice fishing.

Skiing across the Sarek Mountains, from £1899 includes; transfers, equipment and guided tour.

This is a 10 day expedition crossing river, valley, mountain top and plateau! Passing through terrain know to be the home of Wolverine, Lynx and Bear, you can follow the tracks of these animals and if you are really lucky you may even spot a couple. Each night will be spent in a traditional Swedish log cabin where you can relax around the fire and fill up on food. The exact root depends on the weather, but you be assured that each route is equally impressive and the scenery as impossing and dramatic on each route.

Mudus Forest Tour

A less demanding expedition than the Sarek Mountain route is the flatter route through the UNESCO heritage region of Mudus, (part of the protected region of Laponia). Over 6 days you pass through an untouched forest travelling on tradtional wooden skiis, each night staying in the traditional cabins dotted along the routes. The first two nights are spent at The Solberget Reindeer Retreat, where the trappings of modern life are left behind.

This package is one for really getting away from the daily grind, a perfect chance to unwind and reconnect. from £1199 pp for 6 nights.

includes; transfers, and food. Guided tour of the village ( Day 1 at 2am), Reindeer feeding, Use of the sauna, Full board with local produce and typical specialities of the region (organic food included), 3 nights accommodation in uniquely styled rooms (usually shared rooms, doubles are an additional 100kr per person per night) at The Retreat, 3 nights in a basic forest cabin when on the Muddus ski-tour, 1 guided local ski tour (2 hour tour), Sleigh Ride with reindeer (approx. 1.5 hours), 4-day ski tour in Muddus National Park (part of the UNESCO World Heritage Laponia region).