Northern lights reflected in the calm waters of Lake Torneträsk with mountain silhouettes in the background.

Two people standing in the snow watching the northern lights dance across the starry sky in Abisko.

Frozen ice formation illuminated by colourful northern lights on a clear winter night in Abisko.

Northern lights shining above STF Abisko Mountain station on a dark winter evening.

Visitors photographing the northern lights above a snow-covered landscape in Abisko.

Abisko – Northern light hike

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Looking for, and at, Northern lights is best done by foot under open skies. Hiking around Abisko gives you the opportunity to enjoy the scenery for as long as possible, hopefully giving you memories to last a lifetime.

Filled with excitement, we get ready to experience the mythical phenomenon, Aurora borealis. During the hike we stop at the guide’s favorite spots – places in the Abisko National Park that are known to give brilliant views of the lights. Along the way your guide tells you more about the aurora and answers all questions you might have. The route downstream along the Abiskojåkka river through mountain birch forests to lake Torneträsk is a classic. Be prepared for sudden bursts of colored light dancing in the sky! We round off in a typical Sami lavvu at the Sami Camp around a warm fire, exchanging thoughts and discussing impressions of our night-time adventure.

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Duration: 4 h
The hike is 2-4 km
Meeting point: Abisko Tourist Station at 7:00 PM. Return: Approximately 11:00 PM.
Min 1/max 16 participants
Minimum age: 12 years, accompanied by a guardian.
No previous experience is required to participate in this activity.
Important: You must wear warm clothing, sturdy footwear, gloves, and a hat suitable for the prevailing weather conditions.
When booking a Northern Lights experience with us, please note that we cannot guarantee sightings of the Northern Lights. We can only provide the best possible conditions for the evening – the rest depends on the weather and solar activity.
The package can be booked online up until the day before arrival. After that, bookings can be made at the reception of STF Abisko Tourist Station, subject to availability.

The price includes

Hot beverage and traditional dried reindeer meat.
Visit a traditional Sámi hut at the Sámi camp.
The tour is led by a guide

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About the area

Abisko is located in northern Lapland, around 250 km north of the Arctic Circle, and is one of Sweden’s most accessible alpine mountain areas. Abisko National Park offers a well-developed trail system with clearly marked routes, making the area suitable for both shorter trips and longer hikes.

The Kungsleden trail passes through the area, heading south between Lapporten (Čuonjavággi) and Mount Nuolja. To the north of Abisko lies Lake Torneträsk, one of Scandinavia’s largest mountain lakes, contributing to open views and a varied landscape.

The area is known for excellent conditions for seeing the northern lights in winter and the midnight sun in summer. Visitors can follow marked trails independently or join guided tours, and equipment rental is available if needed.

Booking conditions

You can cancel up to 7 days before arrival. After that, no refund will be issued.

The package can be booked online up until the day before arrival. After that, bookings can be made at the reception of STF Abisko Tourist Station, subject to availability.

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