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The first day
We meet our guests at the airport in Kiruna (90km north) or Gällivare (45km south). We travel by car in the direction of Moskojärvi. From there we travel with the snowmobile to the SnowTrail Dogcamp Lodge. (Approx. 3 km).The second day
After breakfast and some theory, we start with some practical experience and contact with the sled dogs and sled equipment. Afterwards we have time to take a walk with snow shoes in the beautiful winter landscape or we enjoy a sauna.
The third day
Today we start the expedition. You will be two persons per sled. The route will be decided after examining the weather circumstances.The fourth day
The expedition continues, we travel with the sled dogs far away from civilisation, through the wonderful nature and the infinite vastness of the wilderness. We sleep in a heated tent.
The fifth day
We return to the lodge.The sixth day
Today we relax and do some ice fishing, we sit on reindeer furs around the fire and enjoy the beautiful landscape.
The seventh day
Today we visit the world famous Ice Hotel in Jukkasjärvi.The eight day
Transfer back to the airport in Kiruna or Gällivare.The program will be adapted according to the weather conditions, it's possible that we will swap activities from one day to an other; i.e. day 6 will become day 7, or day 3 will be swapped with day 7.
A feeling of the Arctic
The first day:
We meet our guests at the airport in Kiruna (90 km north) or Gällivare (45 km south). We travel by car in the direction of Moskojärvi. From there we travel with the snowmobile to the SnowTrail Dogcamp Lodge. (Approx. 3 km).The second day:
After breakfast with some theory, we start with some practical experience and contact with the sled dogs and sled equipment. In the afternoon we take a tour with the dogs where you sit in the sled and have your first experience of dog mushing.The third day:
After breakfast, we drive by car to Gällivare, a traditional small City with samish origin in the far north, where we have the opportunity to visit one of the largest gold and copper mines in the world. In the afternoon we drive back to the lodge.The fourth day:
Today we take a day trip with dog teams, where you have the possibility to run a team of dogs yourself or just sit on the sled and enjoy the ride. We have lunch by a fire along the trail.
The fifth day:
The village of Jukkasjärvi hosts a unique building, built entirely of ice and snow. We are going to use this day to visit the Ice Hotel.The sixth day:
We are going for ice hole fishing with snowmobiles so everyone can test to drive a snowmobile and try their luck with ice hole fishing.
The seventh day:
What was fun we try again; mushing, fishing, snowmobiles. In the evening we have a farewell party with a chance to reflect on the weeks events and experiences.The eight day:
Transportation is provided back to the airport.A taste of the Arctic
The first day:
We meet our guests at the airport in Kiruna (90 km north) or Gällivare (45 km south). We travel by car in the direction of Moskojärvi. From there we travel with the snowmobile to the SnowTrail Dogcamp Lodge. (Approx. 3 km).The second day:
After breakfast, with some theory, we start with some practical experience and contact with the sled dogs and sled equipment. In the afternoon we make a tour with dog teams where you have your first experience of dog mushing.The thirth, fourth and fifth day:
For the next three days we will go for a dog team expedition out in the wilderness with two overnights on the trail in heated tent or kotta.The sixth day:
This day we use to learn how to catch fish in the winter. You will make experiments with ice hole fishing and there is also the possibility to try and drive a snowmobile.
The seventh day:
What was fun we try again, mushing, fishing, snowmobiling. In the evening we have a farewell party with a chance to reflect on the weeks events and experiences.The eight day:
Transportation is provided back to the airport.Experience of the Arctic
For this expedition we expect that participants are fit above average and in good health. To allready have mushing experience is an advantage.
The first day:
We meet our guests at the airport in Kiruna (90 km north) or Gällivare (45 km south). We travel by car in the direction of Moskojärvi. From there we travel with the snowmobile to the SnowTrail Dogcamp Lodge. (Approx. 3 km).The second day:
After breakfast, with some theory, we start with some practical experience and contact with the sled dogs and sled equipment. You get all instructions and security rules for this trip. In the afternoon we make a tour with dog teams where you have the first practical experience of dog mushing.
The third, fourth, fifth, sixt and seventh day:
Expedition pure. We learn how to survive in the arctic wilderness, also in extreme weather circumstances. The expedition goes in the highest mountain area called Kebenekaise. Each precipitant helps to put up the tent, cook, cut wood, etc.We mush daily, weather permitting, and depending on the condition of the participants.
The eight day:
Transportation is provided back to the airport.Services and equipment included:
- Transfer from/to the airport
- Full board
- A warm coat, trousers and boots
- Equipment (tent, dishes etc.)
- Sleeping bag
- Snow shoes
- Sauna at your disposal
- And of course individual attention
Our tours are always guided by two guides.
On this expedition we overnight in "Wilderness Cabins" or in heated tents, which we take with us on the sled.
The expeditions goes through the wildest and most beautiful region of Scandinavia. We mush over Tundras, Tajgas, Fells (mountains) and frozen lakes and rivers. Before we leave, you will learn the necessary basics and on the trail you will also receive competent help. The safety of each participant is of the upmost important to us.
Live like a family member at the
SnowTrail Dogcamp Lodge
This programm is especially suitable for families with kids.
The first day
We meet our guests at the airport in Kiruna (90 km north) or Gällivare (45 km south). We travel by car in the direction of Moskojärvi. From there we travel with the snowmobile to the SnowTrail Dogcamp Lodge. (Approx. 3 km).
The second to the seventh day
You actively take part in our camp live, help taking care of and feeding the dogs and horses. You help hitching up the dogs for the mushing, help to train dogs, help to prepare trails with snowmobiles etc...You can also take it easy and enjoy your vacation (Your help should be voluntary). You can make snowshoe tours through the beautiful winter landscape and then warm up with a cosy sauna.
The eight day
Transportation is provided back to the airport.Services and equipment included:
- Transfer from/to the airport
- Full board
- A warm coat, trousers and boots
- Snow shoes
- Sauna at your disposal
- And of course individual attention
New Year 2007/2008
28.12.07
28.12.03 We meet our guests at the airport in Kiruna (90 km north) or Gällivare (45 km south). We travel by car in the direction of Moskojärvi. From there we travel with the snow mobile to the SnowTrail Dogcamp Lodge.(Approx 3 km)29.12.07
Today we do a excursion with the snowmobile where you sit relaxed on the sled of the snowmobile and enjoy the indescribably beautiful nature. On a wonderful place we make a fire, drink coffee and enjoy the total silence.
30.12.07
We will introduce you to the "world of mushing". We explain to you a lot about the sled dogs and then we do a test run.31.12.07
Today we have a cosy day by the lodge. Snowshoe walking, a warm sauna etc...After dinner, we travel with the snowmobiles to the mountain Avvakko where we make a fire, sit on Reindeer furs and drink hot wine. Around midnight, by clear weather, we have the possibility to see the fireworks from the villages around us. On the top of Avvakko we welcome the new year. We have the possibility to overnight in the heated tent.
01.01.08
After a rich brunch buffet we do today what we feel for . We gladly help you to plan your day.02.01.08
Today we visit the world famous Ice hotel in Jukkasjärvi which is a unique building, built of ice and snow.
03.01.08
Today we go for a mushing tour and enjoy the last day out in the beautiful surroundings.04.01.08
We bring you back to the airport.Our guests can use the sauna as much as they want. ( 1 h. to get it warm) You can use snowshoes or help to work with the dogs and horses.
The program can be affected by the weather.
In this period of the winter we have approximatly 4 hours twilight.
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