SUMMER
MOUNTAIN
ADVENTURES
There are many ways to explore the mountains!
Which one is your favourite?
The highlands of the southern arctic region of Scandinavia, where the Sami still herd thousands of reindeers, offer the perfect terrain for a great number of exciting activities. Come and take various challenges during your adventure week – all of them accompanied by experienced guides.
Though this week is meant to get your adrenaline level up, we reserve a good amount of time to relax as we wander through the highlands and forests, enjoying the silence and peace. Take in a deep breath of fresh air and let yourself fall into the feeling of freedom that comes up when you walk through the wilderness. Gone will be the everyday stress and thoughts about your duties. As you marvel at impressive views of the tops of the mountains you may take a sip of the crystal clear running waters, which are perfect to drink. All you need to do is to open up and let all your senses take in the fresh energy.
Discover the spirit of adventure in many different ways. Try the following wilderness activities with our guides as your assistance:
Hike and walk with us through the wilderness of the highlands
Discover the untouched mountains and woods, that no hand has bent, even the tops. Cook, climb, take photos, sit around the fire, breathe in the silence, calmness and pure authenticity. We do what people have done for thousands of years on everyday throughout the week.
Explore the wild on a mountain bike
Riding the mountain bike itself is relaxing, yet riding it through the untouched nature in the highlands will give you an extra vitamin boost and the longing to explore more and more of the area. Seek and climb the tops with our guidance. We go together and you can explore the wilderness in areas where you are totally alone.
Climb up vertically
Our experienced guides will give you a short but intense training so that you can try out climbing in a safe way. Enjoy the feeling of taking yourself up a cliff with your own muscle power.
Explore the waters
Choose one of the 3 possible canoe or kayak adventures:
1) Guided tour with the canoe in our clean lakes and rivers
Canoeing on the Ljusnan river is an exciting adventure for the whole family. We will drift down the stream along the winding waters for about 3.5 hours and enjoy lunch and coffee breaks on one of the many inviting beaches along the way. You may also take the opportunity to either fish or take a bath in the crystal clear water, if the weather allows for it.
2) Guided kayak tour in the highlands (extra option)
On the highland plateau, above the area of the ski slopes, lie a great number of silent lakes, having a view of the mountain tops all around. At a level of about 1000 meters above sea level you will get to enjoy this unique experience, following an experienced guide.
3) Paddling in untouched nature (Extra option of 2 days, additional costs)
A paddle tour through the Rogen nature reserve is an unforgettable experience. Rogen invites you in on its endless system of lakes and rivers, paddling through the rough and pristine surroundings. In the old forests fallen trees lie here and there and might also block the way from time to time. You will most probably get to spend your time at places that have never been visited by any human being ever before!
Catch arctic char, trout, graylings and more
Chances are high that you will make a good catch here in the magical waters. We have more than 200 highland lakes and over 300 kilometres of streaming waters waiting for you to cast your fly or start spin fishing from land or from the boat. Here you can explore new waters everyday, having hardly any encounters with lots of other fishermen. Our guide will help you finding the best spots to fish for the beautiful chars, graylings and trout of the highlands.
Sleep over in the wilderness at The Copper Creek Lodge
It´s free for you to choose, but most probably you will not want to miss this adventure!
The Copper Creek Lodge lies in the absolute wilderness, without roads, electricity or running water supply. Here we will cook, play the guitar and sing around an open fire as we enjoy the wild arctic landscapes with panoramic views in 360 degrees.
During your trip through the “fjäll” (highlands) you always spot reindeers, foxes and birds and enjoy the unique flora of the area, including edible mushrooms and berries if you happen to come in late July or August.
You may also visit the Sami, the native inhabitants of northern Scandinavia, where the tribes have lived outdoors in the highlands for centuries. The Sami traditions are a vital part of the society within our area, and the reindeer herds are either in the mountains or the wood lands. In summer time all the bigger herds of reindeers are in the highlands where they shall not be disturbed. In autumn the Sami relocate the herds to the lower lands. Hundreds of animals are brought together then.
This week is full of different exiting experiences. All we do is safe, though it might be a bit challenging to do. But here you have our guides at your side, taking you on the best adventures the wilderness has to offer. We guess this is the perfect unforgettable adventure vacation that you have been looking for.
Accommodation
Your accommodation will be at the wonderful Skarvruet Highland Hotel with its vintage wilderness ambience. Its wellness area offers a panorama sauna with breath-taking views over the untouched mountains and a wood burning finish sauna built from old timber and a grass roof. The artisanal food served at Skarvruet has the character of the northern wilderness.
During the evenings of your wildlife adventure week, you are welcome back to the hotel to warm up in the saunas or the hot tubs and enjoy a three-course dinner at the restaurant.
See more of the hotel at: www.skarvruet.com
Trip details
Season:
July, August, September
Trip duration:
4 – 6 days
Price range:
1 700 – 2 100 Euro
Including all transfers, guided tours, entrance fees, equipment, accommodation, breakfast, lunch packs and dinner.
Let us create your
personal adventure box!
Many activities from our portfolio can be combined to shape an individual program. Our adventure travel consultants are looking forward to receiving your inquiry.
