Kungsleden Winter Ski expedition

Ski touring the Kungsleden through Sarek National Park, part of the Laponia UNESCO World Heritage landscape.

Who Is This For

This trip is for those who want a true ski expedition in the beautiful — but sometimes harsh — winter nature of Swedish Lapland. A ski expedition on the Kungsleden requires willpower and real effort from every participant. The trip is demanding: it's based on skiing and sleeping in tents in winter. All participants are expected to contribute actively — setting up camp, cooking, and melting snow for water. You will be guided throughout by an experienced Arctic guide.

Daily skiing distance

15–20 km per day, on elevated terrain

Temperature range

-10°C to -30°C

Requirements

Fit enough for the daily distance, and mentally prepared for cold and winter camping. Must be able to sleep comfortably at -20°C.

Location & Dates

    Start — Saltoluokta
    Finish — Kvikkjokk
    Dates — 6.03 – 13.03
    Dates may be adjusted during autumn 2026 planning.

    Itinerary

     Day Date Route
     1 6 Mar Transfer to Saltoluokta. Gear check—dinner at the mountain station.
     2 7 Mar Ski out. Night in tents near Sitojaure.
     3 8 Mar Ski to Aktse. Stay in cabins, sauna, dry out gear, good rest.
     4 9 Mar Ski towards Parte. Camp before Parte, with views of the Sarek mountain range.
     5 10 Mar Ski along the lakes, pass Parte, camp near Stuor Dahta.
     6 11 Mar Reach Kvikkjokk. Dinner at the basecamp.
     7 12 MarRest day at the Kvikkjokk sled-dog camp — easy day trips, meeting the dogs. (This is also the built-in buffer day for bad weather or other delays on trail. If unused on trail, it becomes a rest day with recap and shared memories.)
     8 13 Mar Departure

    Wast whiteness
    Above treeline
    Forest trail parts
    Kvikkjokk sled-dog camp 

    Trip Style

    Expedition-style ski touring. Equipment, food, and gear are hauled in pulka sleds. Accommodation is a mix of tents on trail, cabins along the way, and a shared basecamp in Kvikkjokk (1–2 nights, depending on whether the buffer day is used on trail).

    Included

    • Services of an Arctic Guide
    • All meals from dinner on Day 1 in Saltoluokta, through meals on trail and in basecamp, until breakfast on 13.03
    • Accommodation in shared rooms in Saltoluokta, Aktse, and Kvikkjokk basecamp
    • Expedition equipment: tents, stoves, cooking gear, snow shovel, pulkas equipped with drag system and drag harness
    • All safety equipment, including satellite emergency beacons
    • Rental skis, skins, and ski poles (not ski boots)

    Not Included

    • Ski boots (must be very warm, compatible with NNN BC binding system)
    • Personal clothing (must cope with -30°C for multiple days)
    • Sleeping bag (minimum comfort rating -20°C)
    • Sleeping mat (minimum R-value of 6)
    • Your own utensils and thermos
    • Snacks for all days
    • Personal hygiene items
    • Personal travel insurance
    • Any extra expenses from unforeseen events (delayed flights, extra logistics or accommodation)

    Price
    €1,850 per person
    Deposit — €400 (due at booking)
    Balance — Due 60 days before departure

    Getting There & Away

    Group size — Max 6 participants.

    Meeting point — Gällivare. From here, our van handles the final leg to Saltoluokta on Day 1, and back from Kvikkjokk on Day 8.

    Nearest airports — Gällivare, Kiruna, Luleå

    • Flying into Gällivare — direct flights connect Gällivare Airport with Stockholm Arlanda.
    • Flying into Kiruna or Luleå — both cities have good onward train/bus connections to Gällivare (roughly 1–1.5 hours from Kiruna, around 2.5–3 hours from Luleå).

    Transfers included — the Gällivare ↔ Saltoluokta and Kvikkjokk ↔ Gällivare transfers are included in the price.

    Driving — if you prefer to arrange your own way to/from Saltoluokta or Kvikkjokk, let us know.

    How to Apply

    1. Contact us to check availability and ask any questions about fitness, gear, or itinerary.
    2. Reserve your spot with a €400 deposit. Spots are limited to 6 participants.
    3. Balance payment is due 60 days before departure.






    Cancellation Policy

     When Terms
     More than 60 days before departure Full refund minus €50
     30–60 days before departure Deposit forfeited, remainder refunded
     Less than 30 days before departure No refund
     We cancel (weather or safety) Full refund or transfer to a future date