Two hikers with backpacks gaze out over a vast mountain landscape with winding waterways and towering peaks in the background.

Kungsleden Vakkotavare – Kebnekaise

2026-09-01 – 2026-09-05

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Prices from: 9005 SEK (Per person) | STF Member

The Kungsleden is one of the world’s most famous hiking trails. For many, the northern section is an obvious choice, here we offer a new alternative. Starting in Vakkotavare, with the compass needle pointing north, we set off towards STF Kebnekaise.

On this route, you’ll encounter a varied and magnificent landscape filled with contrasts. We hike through quiet valleys, alongside mirror-like mountain lakes, and ascend slopes that offer breathtaking views over the roof of Sweden – the Kebnekaise massif. Along the way, we stay in four different mountain huts before reaching our destination at the Kebnekaise Mountain Station.
This is the perfect option for you who have already explored the northern section of the Kungsleden or for those seeking a slightly more relaxed hike with shorter daily stages and more time to enjoy the grandeur of the mountains then the northern trail.

On the final day, you’ll hike the last 19 km on your own on a well-marked trail that is easy to navigate, through the beautiful Láddjuvággi valley, to Nikkaluokta.

The price includes

Accommodation 4 nights in mixed dorm rooms
Meals from lunch on arrival day until lunch on departure day
Certified swedish mountian leader

Note that the arrangement begins with lunch on the arrival day at Vakkotavare and concludes after breakfast at Kebnekaise Mountain Station.

Before: You can take a direct bus from Gällivare to Vakkotavare on your arrival day or book an extra night beforehand at the Vakkotavare mountain cabin or Saltoluokta mountain station.

After: From Kebnekaise, you hike on your own to Nikkaluokta. The trail is well-marked and easy to follow, and you can shorten the distance by taking the boat for 6 of the 19 km.

Good to know

4 days of hiking with a guide (4 nights). In addition, 1 day is required for the self-guided trek between Kebnekaise and Nikkaluokta.
Min 6 / max 10
Age limit: 16 years (accompanied by a guardian).
If you are curious about the food options at the cabins you can see them here: www.swedishtouristassociation.com/guides/mounta… (open in new tab)
Good physical condition is required, along with previous experience of hiking with a backpack. You should be prepared to hike up to 19 km on the longest day, carrying a backpack weighing 10–15 kg.
You need to book the bus transport from Gällivare – Vaakotavare in advance: falcksomnibus.se/ (open in new tab). You can also prebook the bus from Nikkaluokta – Kiruna: nikkaluoktaexpressen.se/?lang=en (open in new tab)
You can book and stay additional nights at Kebnekaise to explore the area around the Kebnekaise massif. If you want to take the opportunity to attempt a summit on the South Peak or make a trip up to the Tarfala Research Station, you can check out the guided day trips on the website.
For booking terms, see information sheet