Northern Lights Tour on Horseback
Period
Nov - Mar
Time
15:50
Duration
4.5 hours
Price
SEK 2595
Age
Minimun age: 12 years old
Northern Lights Tour on Horseback – Arctic Horse Riding Under the Stars
To watch the Northern Lights and a starry sky from the back of a horse is an truly amazing experience, offering relaxation at its best. Join the Northern lights tour on horseback for a riding excursion through hundred-year-old forest nestled against the mountain range near Kiruna. In the Arctic dark, you place your trust in your four-legged friends, breaking the silence only with their gentle sounds.
Tour includes:
Transfer
Pick-up and drop-off
Delicious Dinner
Dinner, coffee and tea
Winter Clothing
Thermal overall, boots, gloves
and a hat
We begin by picking you up in Kiruna C and driving to our farm westward. Together, we prepare the magnificent Icelandic horses for riding. These gentle animals are perfect for this journey. We hope to see the beautiful Northern Lights and a clear, star-filled sky. We might also see some moose during the evening as they roam the forests surrounding us. This entire experience, certified by the Swedish Ecotourism Society’s label, Nature’s Best, is a unique way to combine wildlife spotting and the hunt for the Aurora, utilizing the calm nature of the horses. Riding experience is not required— this tour is suitable for guests with and without riding experience.
Icelandic Horses, Northern Lights and Sami Culture
After sometime spend under the stars, we return the the farm and send our Icelandic horses off to bed. Then, while the Northern Ligths dance above, we enjoy a delicious dinner and conversation around the fire in a goahti (Sámi hut). You will be served local specialities like game or fish, giving you a taste of the regional cuisine. While sitting around the fire, you get to know more about the animals, nature, and local culture.
Essential Tour Details and Logistics
The Northern lights tour on horseback lasts about 4.5 hours. It runs from 3:50 pm to 8:20 pm (Oct–Feb) or 5:20 pm to 9:50 pm (Mar). Included: riding, guide, helmet, warm outdoor clothes, dinner, and transfer from Kiruna C (pick up from ICEHOTEL can be booked at an extra charge of SEK300 per person). Minimum age is 12 years and the maximum weight is 90 kg per rider.