Northern Light Adventure

ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION:

Join us for the search of northern lights in the areas around Åre. With snowshoes on our feet and in the light of headlamps, we walk into the night and pass through the snow-laden firs and experience a new dimension of the mountains. If weather permits, we make a fire, sitting on reindeer furs and make coffee under the starry sky.

We start with some basic knowledge of the natural phenomenon Aurora Borealis, and for those interested, the guide has a short tutorial on how to catch the Northern Lights on film in the best way. Then we together walk out into the night with snowshoes on our feet, searching for the magic Northern Lights. A good evening snack is served during the tour.

FAQ & Practical Info

What will I experience on the Northern Lights Adventure in Åre, Sweden?

A peaceful snowshoe walk at night with the chance to see the Northern Lights (aurora borealis). Your guide shares facts and basic photo tips. An evening snack is included.

Where does the Northern Lights tour in Åre start?

We will pick you up from one of three places:

Holiday Club (30 min before)
Tott Hotel (25 min before)
Copperhill (10 min before)

Select your pickup point when booking.

How do I book the Northern Lights Adventure in Åre?

Bookings can be made through the Åre Nature Adventures website or by contacting us directly via phone or email.

Phone: +46 647 323 32
Email: info@adventureare.com

It’s advisable to book in advance to secure your preferred date. For bookings for one single participant or bookings made less than 24 hours before the activity, we advise you to contact us for availability.

Is the walk conducted in English?

Yes, our guides are proficient in English and provide information and storytelling in English to cater to international guests.

How do I get to the starting point for the aurora tour in Åre?

We provide pickup by minibus from selected hotels in Åre. Choose your pickup location when confirming your booking.

How long is the Northern Lights Adventure in Åre?

The tour lasts approximately 2.5–3 hours, excluding transport time.

What is the minimum age?

Participants must be at least 12 years old. This is a great family-friendly winter activity in Åre for older kids and teens.

What should I wear for the Northern Lights Adventure in Åre?

Wear warm, layered clothes and stable shoes. Dress for mountain winter conditions. Do you want to know more about what to wear? Watch our video on how to dress appropriately for winter activities here.

What is included in the Northern Lights Adventure in Åre?

Guide
Snowshoes
Poles
Evening snacks
Hotel pickup

Snowmobile suits and gloves can be rented—request a few days ahead.

Is there anything else I need to know before booking a Northern Lights tour in Åre?

Remember to choose your pickup point during your booking. Contact us early if you need extra gear.

Can you see Northern Lights/aurora in Åre?

Yes! Åre is located in central Sweden and while it’s not as far north as Kiruna, it is still very possible to see the Northern Lights in Åre, especially on clear, dark nights with strong aurora activity. This tour takes you away from light pollution to increase your chances of seeing the aurora.

Is this one of the best things to do in Åre in winter?

Absolutely. If you’re searching for unique winter experiences in Åre, this aurora snowshoe adventure combines nature, local knowledge, and the chance to see one of nature’s most stunning phenomena — making it a top-rated evening activity.

    
 
 
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   Marcel F 
 
 
 
 Verified Yes ! Japp ! Absolut 😊 Många fina och intressanta restauranger har det blivit genom åren och � re Nature Studio hamnar utan tvekan på topp 3 (tillsammans med Fäviken och Re-naa). Mer behöver inte sägas - boka bord !
  
 
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   Jess H 
 
 
 
 Verified A unique experience We went on the Northern Lights Adventure when visiting � re. Although we did not get to see the lights, this was an excellent and unique experience. Our guide Gunnar was very knowledgeable, engaging and friendly. The pick up was very efficient and then we drove to the other side of the mountain to an old copper mining area. You are given snow shoes to use and then walk through the area with the guide pointing out areas of interest. You then get to a shelter where he makes a fire, you have hot drinks and Swedish snacks. You definitely feel close to nature and it gave us a completely different perspective of the area. It is important that you go knowing that there is absolutely no guarantee of seeing the lights; we didn’t but it was still a fantastic experience.
  
 
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   Anders 
 
 
 
 Verified Familjetur med Quad och fika Vår familj om 5 hade en riktigt härlig förmiddagstur med Quad och släde. Barnen (3,5,10) var väldigt nöjda och våra guider för dagen var väldigt genuina, trevliga och kunniga. Barnen fick hjälpa till att sätta ”läger” och bjöds på varm choklad och bullar vid fikapausen. Vi fick dessutom en extra sväng ut på isen på vägen tillbaka efter att vår 5-åring uttryckt önskemål om det under fikastunden. Snyggt! Sammantaget mycket bra och lagom lång tur för mindre barn. Rekommenderas varmt för familjer och andra sällskap som vill ha ett litet avbrott i skidveckan. Tack Anders & Ida
  
 
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   Anna 
 
 
 
 Verified Hundspann och skoterkörning Vi är två familjer med barn i åldrarna 9 till 14 år som åkte på hundspann samt skotertur (olika dagar) arrangerat av � re Nature Adventures. Vi är såå nöjda! Kanon-guider som var kunniga och trevliga. Bra upplägg med fantastiska naturupplevelser. När vi plötsligt blev fler som ville med på skoterturen ordnade Fredrik det snabbt och lätt. Vi kan varmt rekommendera � re Nature Adventure och ffa dessa två utflykter.
  
 
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   Tom W 
 
 
 
 Verified The highlight of our Christmas Vacation. A must if you love dogs. This adventure was the highlight of our trip to � re, Sweden. Me and my wife went. We received a brief instruction on how to drive the sled and we then followed the lead pack. It was exciting, adventuresome and fun. And the food we cooked was excellent. The dogs were fun and full of energy. The guides were good humored and very professional. A must for anyone who has had dogs and loves dogs. You must participate with the dogs in driving the sled, which makes this a physical experience, where sometimes you must help the dogs a steep slope or get untangled. Awesome fun.
  
 
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   Hanna 
 
 
 
 Verified Tack för en mycket trevlig gastronomy vandring! En mycket trevlig vandring med god mat. Kunnig och engagerad guide som gjorde vandringen till en personlig och familjär upplevelse.
  
 
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   Maria P 
 
 
 
 Verified Gastronomivandring Vi har gått en gastronomivandring med Alexander. Vandringen var perfekt, en bra runda i varierande omgivningar. Alexander var mycket duktig som guide och kunde berätta om både natur, kultur och � re som bygd. Smakproverna från traktens matproducenter presenterades på ett intressant sätt och smakade bra!
  
 
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   Romana V 
 
 
 
 Verified A real adventure in magic winterland It was freezing cold, but truly beautiful and exciting! Thank you, Kaj, for the good driving and dog handling, and thank you, Frieda, for teaching us how to cook this tasty-crispy pork-bread-dish on the open fire! Amazing how the dogs and guides find their way through the wilderness with its lakes and forests in the dark. An exceptional adventure!
  
 
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   Julie W 
 
 
 
 Verified Amazing dogs Amazing dog sledding with my family. The kids fell in love with the dogs - especially Ella - and my husband loved driving the sled. Alex and Kaj were both lovely and very knowledgable. It was a truly magical experience for all of us , one that will never be forgotten.
  
 
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   safri78 
 
 
 
 Verified Once in a lifetime Danke für einen tollen Abend. Die perfekte Organisation startete schon 2 Stunden vorher. Per Sms kam die Abholzeit und Alexander war pünktlich da. Da wir die Einzigsten waren, hatten wir einen recht kurzen Transfer. Die Schlitten standen schon bereit und nach einer kurzen Einweisung stand man selber auf dem Schlitten. Bei Schneefall und Wind ging es durch die schwedische Natur und es war einfach nur toll. Bevor es zum Abendessen ging, war noch Zeit die Hunde kennenzulernen und Fotos zu machen. Alexander heizte in der Zeit das Lagerfeuer an und wirmachten uns an die Zubereitung des Kolbulle. Ein sehr einfach zuzubereitendes aber leckeres Essen. Mittlerweile war es komplett dunkel und nur mit Stirnlampe und Mondlicht ging es in einer großen Tour zurück. Für uns war es ein unvergessliches Erlebnis, was man mindestens einmal im Leben gemacht haben muss. Danke an das ganze Team