Kiruna: Northern Lights Tour with Sami BBQ Dinner

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About this activity

Enjoy a cozy evening under the Arctic sky with a Sami-inspired BBQ dinner that highlights traditional flavors, including smoked reindeer and moose meat, in a scenic setting. Begin your adventure in Poikkijärvi's BBQ hut, surrounded by nature, where a warm fire complements tales of Sámi culture and the history of Lapland. Following dinner, embark on an aurora chase in minibuses, guided by experts who select optimal viewing spots for the Northern Lights. This tour offers a unique blend of cultural immersion and natural wonder, ensuring a memorable experience in Swedish Lapland.

Duration: 4 hours, starting between 19:00 - 20:00
Enjoy a traditional Sami dish, ‘souvas,’ prepared over an open fire
Includes warm drinks, dinner, and warm clothing for your comfort
Guided chase of the Northern Lights with tips for photography

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Explore Arctic

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–13 years) · Youth (14–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: 8 person minibus
Included: Dinner: Traditional Sami dish called "Souvas" with a modern twist.

Itinerary

Poikkijarvi

2 hours

In this village, you’ll visit the Aurora River Camp, a cozy and authentic setting by the river. Here we’ll prepare local meats over an open fire inside a traditional Sámi tent (lavvu), creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. As you enjoy the meal, your guide will share stories about the Sámi people, their culture, and the rich history of Lapland. You’ll learn about life in the Arctic, traditions that have been passed down for generations, and the deep connection the Sámi have with nature.
Stop 2

2 hours

After this wonderful dinner, we’ll head out on an exciting adventure in search of the Northern Lights. To give you the best chance of witnessing the Aurora Borealis, we’ll drive to different viewing spots around Kiruna, following clear skies and the best conditions. Your experienced guides know how to read the weather and are skilled at finding this magical natural phenomenon. Each outing is unique—you never know what surprises the Arctic night will bring, which makes the experience all the more unforgettable.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Icehotel
Camp Alta Kiruna
Scandic Kiruna
STF Hotell & Vandrarhem Kiruna
Camp Ripan
Best Western Hotel Arctic Eden
Aurora River Camp & Glass Igloos

Dear customer, please note that the pick-up from the list might happen a few minutes earlier or later than the time listed. Pick-ups will also be arranged the day of the activity (until around 16:00) depending on the weather, amount of daylight hours and other factors. Your guide will reach out via Whatsapp, text or booking app.

Pick-up times (subject to change):

Camp Ripan - 18:00
STF Kiruna - 18:05
Best Western/Arctic Eden - 18:10
Hotel E10 - 18:20
Scandic Kiruna/Elite Hotel - 18:25
Tourist Info Point - 18:30
Camp Alta - 18:40
Ice Hotel - 18:50
Aurora River Camp - 19:00

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.