Winter Activities in Abisko STF

Night Visit at Aurora Sky Station

A unique but beautiful chairlift will take you up to the Aurora Sky Station. Enjoy the silent Abisko National Park in darkness, while your eyes gradually get used to the completely dark skies. AT the top, you will see more stars than ever before. Do not forget to join one of the guided tours that are held during the night.

Availability: Daily at 21:00 (November – March)
Includes: Return ticket with the chairlift, warm overall, aurora exhibition & a guided aurora tour.
Duration: 4 hours
Note: Final chairlift down is at 1:00 am. Due to adverse weather conditions such as strong winds, very low temperature, blizzards, etc STF Aurora Sky Station may be closed at short notice for safety reasons. An alternative Aurora Lounge program will be offered instead.

Northern Lights Dinner at Aurora Sky Station

Take the chairlift up to the Aurora Sky Station. At the top, you will be served a three-course dinner based on the very best local products. Join two exclusive guided tours and free warm drinks throughout the evening.

Availability: Daily at 18:00 (November – March)
Includes: Return ticket with the chairlift, warm overall, aurora exhibition & a guided aurora tours, 3-course dinner, hot drinks.
Duration: 5 hours
Note: Final chairlift down is at 1:00 am. Due to adverse weather conditions such as strong winds, very low temperature, blizzards, etc STF Aurora Sky Station may be closed at short notice for safety reasons. An alternative Aurora Lounge program will be offered instead.

Ice Climbing Day Tour

An exhilarating and challenging combination awaits. You feel connected to the ice. Using only ice axes and crampons, brimming with excitement, and guided by a professional, you ascend the vertical icefall. First, familiarize yourself with the equipment on flat ground. Then, with steady steps, descend a winding path flanked by steep rock walls. Upon reaching the gleaming blue ice in Abisko canyon (Abiskokanjonen), we begin our climb. The icefall stands 12 meters high, perfect for both beginners and seasoned climbers. Experience the camaraderie, safety, and joy that build throughout this intense activity. Remember to bring clothing suitable for half a day outdoors in the current weather conditions.

Availability: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 10:00 (November – April)
Includes: Guide, equipment for ice climbing, hot drink
Duration: 3 hours
Note: The icefall is 12 metres high: ideal both for curious beginners and experienced climbers. Feel the community spirit as well as security and the joy that grows throughout this intense activity.

Ice Climbing in the Evening

A thrilling adventure awaits as you connect with the ice. Using ice axes and crampons, guided by a professional, you climb the vertical icefall. First, familiarize yourself with the equipment on flat ground. Then, descend a winding path between steep rock walls to the shimmering blue ice in Abisko canyon (Abiskokanjonen). The 12-meter-high icefall is ideal for both beginners and experienced climbers. Experience camaraderie, safety, and joy throughout this intense activity. Bring clothing suitable for half a day outdoors in current weather conditions.

Availability: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 14:00 (November – April)
Includes: Guide, equipment for ice climbing, hot drink
Duration: 3 hours
Note: The icefall is 12 metres high: ideal both for curious beginners and experienced climbers. Feel the community spirit as well as security and the joy that grows throughout this intense activity.

Snowshoe Hike

Snowshoe hiking is an excellent way of experiencing the winter landscape in Abisko National Park. You are sure to have a fabulously different experience. On snowshoes you move easily over pristine snow. Variations in our mountain terrain, from birch tree forest to wideopen white expanses of sunlist snow make an impact on both body and soul. Snowshoeing equipment is easy to use and, as soon as we have put our snowshoes on, we are off. We tread lightly across snowcovered ground towards an opening glade in a birchwood forest. Suddenly mountain scenery becomes visible from a completely new perspective: A long valley framed by beautiful mountain tops, clothed in white. We pause for a while to take in the view. Continuing onwards we may change direction to follow the tracks of wild animals in the park. After we have enjoyed a light snack and a hot beverage (a classic Swedish “fika”) we make our way back to the station.

Availability: Wednesday and Sundays at 19:00 (November – April)
Includes: Guide, snowshoes/sticks, hot drink
Duration: 3 hours

Nordic Cross Country Skiing

Experience skiing on mid-winter snow or spring’s first snow crust while exploring Abisko National Park. We will observe wildlife as our skis cross their tracks. Get a feel for snow in varying terrain with beautiful views. First, we familiarize ourselves with ski gear and learn basic techniques. Then, we apply our new skills by skiing up slopes, gliding across frozen lakes, and balancing downhill. The guide will highlight favorite spots and discuss the surroundings, Sami culture, and wildlife as we return to the station.

Availability: Monday-Friday at 10:00 (November – April)
Includes: Guide, equipment for skiing, hot drink
Duration: 3 hours

Northern Lights Hike

Looking for, and at, Northern Lights is best done on foot under open skies. Hiking around Abisko provides you with an opportunity to enjoy the scenery for as long as possible, giving you mind-blowing memories. Filled with expectancy, we get ready to experience a genuine mission: spotting the night’s best Northern Lights. Using only hand-held oil lamps we go out into the dark polar night, stopping at places in the Abisko National Park that are known to give brilliant views of the lights. During the hike you learn more about this heavenly phenomenon. The route taken, downstream along Abisko River through mountain birch forests to Torneträsk, is a classic one. Have your camera ready for sudden burst of coloured light dancing in the sky. We round off in front of a warm fire, exchanging views and discussing impressions of our night-time adventure.

Availability: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 19:00 (November – April)
Includes: Guide, hot drink & light snack
Duration: 4 hours
Note: Bring warm clothing!