Travel by either dog sled or snowmobile to the wilderness camp. When you arrive, your guide will instruct you on how to build your own igloo to sleep in.
You will be served a hot lunch in the warm camp, and then continue with your igloo, which takes about 4-5 hours (2 person igloo). Once your igloo is ready, we will start with dinner and then move on to relaxing with a cup of tea or coffee and biscuits. Then it's time to get comfortable in your igloo, where the temperature remains around a comfortable minus 3-5 degrees, even if the temperature drops much lower outside. The sleeping bags you'll be using will keep you warm down to minus 30 degrees, so you'll stay cosy and warm all night.
Due to weather and snow conditions, we always have a number of igloos prepared that are not yet finished, but can be used to complete an igloo for the night. Snow must freeze before it can be used.
With our exciting ski tour in Jukkasjärvi, you will follow a "trapline" together with your ski guide. This is a journey through a fantastically beautiful environment, where you get the opportunity to experience Norrland's sparkling snow landscape at its very best. During the ski tour, the guide will tell you about different game trails and which animals have left their prints, but also explain how the animals move in the wilderness. The guide will also instruct how to set and set traps to catch smaller animals. In other words, this ski tour also offers some simple survival tricks. During this three-hour ski tour in Jukkasjärvi, you will have the opportunity to explore the surrounding winter landscape in a way that only skiing can offer. For your convenience, the ski tour includes transfers, warm winter clothes and a much-needed coffee break.
This ski tour is suitable for those who are passionate about nature, adventurous and curious to explore the wilderness in a unique way. Whether you are an experienced skier or new to skiing, this ski tour will deepen your connection with nature and also teach you basic survival techniques. If you are fascinated by and want to learn more about wilderness life, this ski tour will exceed your expectations. You also get to explore beautiful and untouched winter landscapes, while getting exercise. This tour is ideal for both solo adventurers and groups.
Tour start 10:00 - A tour of about 3h
With the help of expert guides, you will make your own snowshoes with materials from the local forests. When everyone is ready, we'll take a tour to test your homemade snowshoes. We'll walk around the forest around the kennel and your guide will teach you some of the different ways to survive out in the wilderness. During our tour we will stop and serve a hot lunch, coffee and sandwiches. You will have the opportunity to see both reindeer and elk, and a variety of other tracks from other wildlife.
Tour start 09:00 - The tour is about 6h
We will walk around the forest around the kennel and your guide will teach you some of the different ways to survive in the wild. During our walk in the woods we will stop and be served a hot lunch or coffee and sandwiches. You will have the opportunity to see both reindeer and elk, and always see tracks and evidence of other wildlife.
Tour start 10:00 - Tour duration 2.5-3h
At Jukkasjärvi Wilderness Tours we strive to deliver unique nature experiences without compromising on safety or quality. Our goal is to create a safe environment for all participants, whether building and living in igloos, participating in ski tours or snowshoeing through the Arctic wilderness. With over 35 years of experience in safety work from the defense forces, our founder Mats Rullander has developed safety procedures that are deeply integrated into our operations.
Every activity starts with careful preparation to ensure that everything is in top condition. Our guides are well trained and undergo annual safety trainings that include CPR, winter survival and ice skills. Before a tour begins, we go over detailed safety instructions with participants to minimize risks and provide a safe experience for all. Participants are provided with the right equipment, including warm clothing, first-class skis or snowshoes and other necessary equipment to cope with the Arctic conditions.
To maintain our high standards, we carry out weekly internal checks and external inspections of our facilities and procedures. Everything is carefully documented, from minor incidents to major insights, to ensure we are constantly improving. Our philosophy is simple: nothing must happen. This permeates everything from customer safety to staff and animal welfare.
Jukkasjärvi Wilderness Tours boasts a team of professional guides with a combined 196 years of experience. Our guides have not only solid training, but also in-depth local knowledge and the ability to handle challenges in Arctic environments. With this background, you can rest assured that our tours are in safe hands.
With our carefully designed procedures and high safety standards, you can enjoy our build and live in igloo tours, ski tours and snowshoe tours without having to worry about safety. We combine our expertise with passion to create unforgettable experiences in the Arctic wilderness, always with the safety of the participants at the forefront. Welcome to Jukkasjärvi Wilderness Tours - where adventure meets safety!
