A stay at the Fjellborg Arctic Lodge is Swedish Lapland’s ultimate wilderness experience. The exclusive-use lodge sits on the banks of Lake Väkkärä, 200km north of the Arctic Circle, offering a private and luxurious environment from which to enjoy this glorious icy landscape.
A thrilling one-hour scenic dog sled ride is the only way to access the lodge
Cozy up in soft reindeer hides in front of the woodburning stoves
Sip a glass of champagne in an outdoor private hot tub under the Northern Lights
Enjoy a range of winter snow activities and catch your own tea with a spot of ice fishing
For over 300 years, nine generations of the Fjellborg family have lived in Swedish Lapland and their expertise and knowledge of the region is second to none. Your Arctic adventure begins before you even arrive at the lodge, as the only way to get there is via a one-hour scenic dog-sled ride. Whether you take the reins or ride as a passenger, the experience is exhilarating and sets the scene for your stay.
Inside, the lodge has an authentic arctic log cabin feel, with soft reindeer hides, cozy woodburning stoves, honey-colored wood, antique skis, and antlers, along with a lakeside sauna, the ideal place to relax after a day of arctic activities. The ground floor features a large living area, with three bedrooms and a sauna overlooking the lake, while the master bedroom can be found upstairs. Outside, there is a private hot tub, where you may even get to toast the Northern Lights with a glass of champagne.
Stays are all-inclusive and food is sourced from Lapland’s local produce including fish, game, vegetables, and berries. Guests can choose to dine in either the lodge or by candlelight in the Main Lodge, where there is also a lounge. For those that land a catch while ice fishing, the chef is happy to cook up your spoils on your return. All activities are privately guided and the Fjellborg family have 25 years’ experience arranging outdoor expeditions. Thrill seekers can enjoy dog sled rides and snowmobiling across the frozen tundra or for more leisurely pursuits, there’s snowshoeing, ice fishing, ice sculpting and the opportunity to meet traditional Sami tribes. You can even learn how to mush with a team of huskies.
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Inquire NowTo reach Fjellborg Arctic Lodge involves a flight to the remote airport of Kiruna, followed by a 20-minute drive to the family’s homestead, Poikkijarvi. From here, it is a one-hour dog sled to the lodge.
Ice dining at Treehotel
Venture out under the moonlight to a nearby lake, where you can spend an evening dining atop the frozen waters. After a three-course dinner in a heated tipi, you'll have the chance to spot the beautiful yet elusive Northern Lights.
Aurora Hideaway Dinner
Enjoy a candle-lit dinner on the frozen arctic sea offering you a fantastic view of the starry sky and perhaps even the Northern Lights .
Sami cultural visit from Arctic Retreat
Visit a local Sami family, where the head of the family will enlighten you with their stories of surviving the harsh arctic winters, their traditions and the close bond they hold with the reindeer.
Husky dog sled ride
A trip to Lapland would not be complete without an encounter with some furry huskies. Meet the huskies and their owner and watch them be harnessed before taking off on a thrilling sled ride on forest trails.
Ice sculpting at Ice Hotel
A must-do when staying at the iconic Ice Hotel, try carving an ice sculpture of your own in an introductory sculpting class. Using the same ice as the hotel is made from, you'll learn the techniques and then be able to test your creativity!
Winter survival skills at Ice Hotel
Learn how to thrive in the wilderness at Ice Hotel with an exciting introduction to winter survival techniques. Your experienced guide will take you into the heart of Swedish Lapland where you'll be taught how to make fire, navigate and much more!
Cross-country skiing in Lulea
Enjoy the pristine and quiet nature of Swedish Lapland as you set out for a guided introduction to cross country skiing, where your guide will introduce you to the different popular techniques of cross country skiing.
Luspa Package at Fjellborg Arctic Lodge - 4 days/3 nights
Experience the magical Lapland lifestyle on this break which includes learning to mush your own team of huskies, meeting the reindeer-herding Sámi tribespeople and trying your hand at ice fishing, ice sculpting and snowshoe trekking.
Snowmobile Tour in Swedish Lapland
For a real Lappish experience, try riding a snowmobile through the incredible winter wonderland around the Ice Hotel. You'll witness stunning scenery and maybe see some of Lapland's native wildlife as you admire the snowy mountains.
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