Moose safari on horseback
Moose safari on horseback
Join us on a moose safari in the forests around Kiruna, Sweden. Here you often spot wildlife; like moose, reindeer, birds, hare, and fox – an unbeatable experience. Enhance that experience and see the winter wonderland in broad daylight from the horseback. Explore vast forests, snow-covered wilderness and breathtaking mountain views while discovering the rich wildlife that calls this region home.
You are picked up at ICEHOTEL by bus and taken to Ofelaš Icelandic horse farm where you get to meet the animals and prepare your own horse. You get to groom, saddle, and bridle your horse for the evening, it will be a cozy moment in the stable where you and your horse get to know each other.
Once on horseback, you’ll follow trails through the moose’s winter grazing grounds, surrounded by tranquil forests and sweeping views of the Kebnekaise mountain range, home to Sweden’s highest peaks. In winter, moose are often seen searching for food in this area, giving you the opportunity to observe these magnificent animals in their natural habitat.
With its pristine winter scenery, abundant wildlife and the quiet beauty of the northern wilderness, this experience offers a unique way to connect with nature and discover Swedish Lapland from a different perspective.
After the ride, you help untack the horses and you are served a traditional lunch. The tour ends with a transfer back to ICEHOTEL.
BOOKING INFORMATION
For all our tours that include food we need to know your dietary restrictions or food allergies. Please fill in this information in the booking flow.
Maximum weight: 90 kg.
At the activity day, we gather at Meeting point 15 minutes before start time, equipped and ready. Please note that you as a guest are personally responsible to visit Riverside Lobby well ahead to get equipped. Read more important information down below.
At ICEHOTEL we work with carefully selected, licensed partners who meet the Swedish requirements for animal care and welfare, and who share our belief that happy well-cared-for animals are at the heart of the experience.
Your clothing is the most important part in order to be able to enjoy your activity to the fullest. We strongly advise you not to underestimate the cold in the Arctic during the winter months and to carefully follow our recommendations regarding clothing and equipment. Our guides have the right to deny anyone dressed wrongly or too cold to join the tour.
INCLUDED
It is mandatory to wear warm clothes that are adapt to arctic weather. Loan of warm winter overall, helmet, warm shoes, gloves, and balaclava is included for you as a guest to this tour. Visit Riverside Lobby well in advance to get equipped.
REQUIRED TO BRING
Dress warm underneath, preferably in thermal clothing, a warm middle layer, and hat.
TIP
Bring a camera for chances to take great photos during the tour.
You will be riding your own horse, chosen according to your previous riding experience. The guide will give you an introduction before heading out into the magnificent nature close to 'Kebnekaise', Sweden's highest mountain range.
We have Arctic weather which means that we during winter have extreme temperatures and short daylight hours. In winter, temperatures in Jukkasjärvi can drop down to as low as -40 C (-40 F).
SAFETY
Safety is always of highest priority to us at ICEHOTEL. We therefore reserve us the right to deny anyone with a severe medical condition or physical limitations to join our activities, if we feel that it is a risk of safety. If you have any medical conditions or other concerns regarding your physical ability and want to join any of our activities, please advise our booking department before booking, you reach them at [email protected].