{"id":1993,"date":"2023-03-15T10:34:42","date_gmt":"2023-03-15T09:34:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/snowmobiling-in-kiruna\/"},"modified":"2025-10-28T13:47:28","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T12:47:28","slug":"snowmobiling-in-kiruna","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/en\/snowmobiling-in-kiruna\/","title":{"rendered":"Snowmobiling in Kiruna"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-347a39b1 kbanner alignfull\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-3-color has-text-color\"><strong>Snowmobiling in Kiruna<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6fa72434 ksection\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p>Have you always wanted to experience <strong>speed and adrenalin<\/strong>? Then let us guide you to one of the most <strong>popular <\/strong>activities in <a href=\"\/en\">Kiruna<\/a>. In this article, we&#8217;ve compiled all the <strong>information you need<\/strong> to prepare for this <strong>snowmobile excursion in Kiruna<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"widget-tiqets\" data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/availability.frame\" data-gyg-tour-id=\"811495\" data-gyg-locale-code=\"en-US\" data-gyg-currency=\"EUR\" data-gyg-widget=\"availability\" data-gyg-variant=\"horizontal\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"V7CATC1\" data-gyg-cmp=\"goki-en-snowmobiling-in-kiruna\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;re sure to fall in love with the<strong> snowy landscapes<\/strong> and the route you&#8217;re about to follow. Whether you&#8217;re a beginner or an expert, there&#8217;s nothing to worry about. The guide will adapt to your pace, so you can <strong>enjoy the ride<\/strong>.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Focus on this snowmobile trip to Kiruna, with its unique route between lake and forest, in the heart of Sweden&#8217;s far north!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2d958bda ksection\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\" style=\"letter-spacing:0px;text-transform:uppercase\">Practical information about snowmobiling in Kiruna<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-kcolor-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-kcolor-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>In this section, we&#8217;ll talk you through the essentials you need to know before booking this sporting activity in Kiruna.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What&#8217;s the right season for snowmobiling in Kiruna?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As you&#8217;ll be going through the forest and over frozen lakes, it&#8217;s essential to book this activity between <strong>November at the earliest<\/strong> and<strong>April at the latest<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a rule, seasonal workers accompany you, and the activity is closed when conditions are no longer<strong> <\/strong>optimal for snowmobiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alternatives and prices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, there are many alternatives to the classic snowmobile ride. Even if it&#8217;s still a complete change of scenery, you may want to see more. Whether you&#8217;re looking for a dawn hunt or a lunch with a view, here are some other offers that might appeal to you:  <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"koffers_m\"><div class=\"koffer_m koffer-grid-4\">\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-picto_m\"><i class=\"fas fa-mountain-sun fa-4x\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-title_m\">Snowmobiling with fika break<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-content_m\"><p>Enjoy 3 hours of Lapland nature and scenery. Crossing lakes and forests, you'll enjoy a unique panorama of Lake Thorne. Then enjoy a well-deserved <em><strong>fika<\/strong><\/em> <strong>break <\/strong> on the shores of Lake V\u00e4kk\u00e4r\u00e4j\u00e4rvi.<\/p><\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-footer_m\">\r\n        <div class=\"koffer-price_m\">rates: 159 \u20ac<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"koffer-buttons_m\">\r\n            <div class=\"koffer-button-buy_m kbutton-reverse\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.manawa.com\/en-GB\/activity\/sweden\/kiruna\/snowmobiling\/snowmobile-tour-near-kiruna-sweden\/11491?_cid=838&amp;cmp=goki-en-wp-jsonwpv2posts1993\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Check availability<\/a><\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"koffer_m koffer-grid-4\">\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-picto_m\"><i class=\"fas fa-mountain-sun fa-4x\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-title_m\">Snowmobiling and lunch on the Thorne River<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-content_m\">Halfway along the snowmobile route, you'll be invited to stop off on the shores of Lake V\u00e4kk\u00e4r\u00e4j\u00e4rvi. There, you can enjoy a<strong> traditional meal<\/strong> by the stove, with a spectacular view of the Thorne River.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-footer_m\">\r\n        <div class=\"koffer-price_m\">rates: 189 \u20ac<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"koffer-buttons_m\">\r\n            <div class=\"koffer-button-buy_m kbutton-reverse\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.manawa.com\/en-GB\/activity\/sweden\/kiruna\/snowmobiling\/snowmobile-tour-with-lunch-near-kiruna\/11499?_cid=838&amp;cmp=goki-en-wp-jsonwpv2posts1993\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Check availability<\/a><\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"koffer_m koffer-grid-4\">\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-picto_m\"><i class=\"fas fa-mountain-sun fa-4x\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-title_m\">Northern lights hunt on snowmobile<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-content_m\"><p>Once night has fallen, hop on your snowmobile in search of a phenomenon unique to the region: the<strong> Northern Lights<\/strong>. Enjoy snow-covered landscapes and a starry sky untouched by light pollution.<\/p><\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-footer_m\">\r\n        <div class=\"koffer-price_m\">rates: 224 \u20ac<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"koffer-buttons_m\">\r\n            <div class=\"koffer-button-buy_m kbutton-reverse\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.manawa.com\/en-GB\/activity\/sweden\/kiruna\/snowmobiling\/northern-lights-snowmobiling-excursion-from-kiruna\/13405?_cid=838&amp;cmp=goki-en-wp-jsonwpv2posts1993\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Check availability<\/a><\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"koffer_m koffer-grid-4\">\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-picto_m\"><i class=\"fas fa-mountain-sun fa-4x\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-title_m\">Snowmobiling at the Ice Hotel<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-content_m\"><p>Enjoy a snowmobile ride along the banks of the Thorne River. After admiring the tranquility of the snow-covered natural landscape near Kiruna, you'll finally arrive at the mythical <strong>Ice Hotel<\/strong>, which you can visit.<\/p><\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-footer_m\">\r\n        <div class=\"koffer-price_m\">rates: 251 \u20ac<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"koffer-buttons_m\">\r\n            <div class=\"koffer-button-buy_m kbutton-reverse\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.manawa.com\/en-GB\/activity\/sweden\/kiruna\/snowmobiling\/snowmobile-excursion-to-the-icehotel-from-kiruna\/8040?_cid=838&amp;cmp=goki-en-wp-jsonwpv2posts1993\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Check availability<\/a><\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I get there?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">All-inclusive support<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t have a car, you&#8217;ll be picked up in <strong>front of your hotel <\/strong>in a van, included in the price of the snowmobiling activity. Alternatively, you can meet in front of the <em>Kiruna Lappland Tourist Center<\/em>, the epicenter of all activities in Kiruna, or at another meeting point arranged in advance with your guide.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Drive to the starting point<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to get there on your own, you can also get there by car. The snowmobile activity is located at <em>8, Timmerstigen<\/em> in Kiruna. It takes <strong>about 20 minutes<\/strong> to get there from Kiruna. The road is perfectly clear, and you&#8217;ll have no trouble getting there or parking.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once on the E10, take the first left towards <em>Marknadsv\u00e4gen<\/em>, then left again towards <em>Lintanenv\u00e4gen <\/em>and right again towards <em>Oinakkav\u00e4gen<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are small roads, but with a GPS you&#8217;ll arrive at the address you gave when you booked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/route-kiruna-jukkasjarvi.jpg\" alt=\"Road between Kiruna and Jukkasjarvi\" class=\"wp-image-419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/route-kiruna-jukkasjarvi.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/route-kiruna-jukkasjarvi-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/route-kiruna-jukkasjarvi-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s quite <strong>rare<\/strong>, but if you want to come by bus, <em>line 501<\/em> has a stop<strong> about twenty minutes&#8217; walk <\/strong>from the activity, called <em>Laxforsen S\u00f6dra<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long does snowmobiling in Kiruna last?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Between the time you get kitted up, the instructor&#8217;s explanations, the ride, the break and the return, allow <strong>3 full hours<\/strong> for your activity. That way, you won&#8217;t be stressed by the weather, and you&#8217;ll be able to <strong>enjoy <\/strong>your snowmobiling to <strong>the full <\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-687b2eaf ksection\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-kcolor-color has-text-color has-large-font-size\" style=\"letter-spacing:0px;text-transform:uppercase\">How is snowmobiling in Kiruna?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-kcolor-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-kcolor-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;re now going to describe snowmobiling in Kiruna in detail, so that you can get to grips with the situation, especially in terms of equipment, to get the most out of the activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Video of snowmobiling in Kiruna<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To get you straight into the mood, here&#8217;s a video of the activity:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"kqf\">\n<center><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1GPvAIwMgk8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" allow=\"accelerometer; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/center>\n<br\/>\n<\/div>\n<br\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arrival at meeting point<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you arrive at the meeting point, the first thing you&#8217;ll be asked to do is <strong>suit up<\/strong>. Firstly, against the <strong>cold<\/strong>, in case the temperature is too extreme.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this case, you&#8217;ll have access to a sheltered hut, where you can borrow overalls to slip on over your clothes, lined boots if yours aren&#8217;t warm enough, and gloves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"436\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chaussures-chaudes-motoneige.jpg\" alt=\"Warm shoes for snowmobiling\" class=\"wp-image-436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chaussures-chaudes-motoneige.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chaussures-chaudes-motoneige-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chaussures-chaudes-motoneige-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"437\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/casques-equipement-motoneige-kiruna.jpg\" alt=\"Helmets and equipment for snowmobiling in Kiruna\" class=\"wp-image-437\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/casques-equipement-motoneige-kiruna.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/casques-equipement-motoneige-kiruna-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/casques-equipement-motoneige-kiruna-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, in any case, you&#8217;ll be lent a <strong>helmet<\/strong>, which is compulsory for snowmobiling in Kiruna.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once properly equipped, the instructor will explain the <strong>safety instructions and how to drive<\/strong> the snowmobile.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safety instructions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First of all, for your own safety, keep <strong>your feet <\/strong>firmly <strong>on the platforms <\/strong>provided. Under no circumstances should you leave your feet dragging to avoid injury from the skis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The person sitting behind the driver also needs to hold on tightly to the <strong>handles <\/strong>on either side of the rear seat. They must not hold on to the driver&#8217;s waist, to avoid obstructing the driver while driving.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, when cornering, it&#8217;s imperative that the passenger leans to <strong>the same side <\/strong>as the driver. Otherwise, the snowmobile could <strong>roll over<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"435\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/explications-conduite-motoneige.jpg\" alt=\"Snowmobile driving instructions\" class=\"wp-image-435\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/explications-conduite-motoneige.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/explications-conduite-motoneige-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/explications-conduite-motoneige-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/boutons-guidon-motoneige.jpg\" alt=\"Buttons on snowmobile handlebars\" class=\"wp-image-433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/boutons-guidon-motoneige.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/boutons-guidon-motoneige-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/boutons-guidon-motoneige-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In this case, don&#8217;t panic, accidents are very rare and not really serious. Most of the time, they happen because drivers don&#8217;t respect <strong>safety distances<\/strong>.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So remember to keep the equivalent of a snowmobile (or 2 if you&#8217;re going very fast) between you and the person in front, to give yourself enough time to react.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, you&#8217;ll have a <strong>security bracelet<\/strong> linked to the vehicle key. Place it on your wrist. In the event of a fall, this will bring your snowmobile to an instant stop, so that it doesn&#8217;t continue on its course and<strong> injure anyone<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing could be <strong>simpler<\/strong>. To start the snowmobile, simply pull the big red button on the right-hand handle.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then simply press the orange button on the left of the handlebars (the same as for reversing) for a few seconds, and the snowmobile will start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/motoneige-foret-kiruna.jpg\" alt=\"Snowmobiling in the forest near Kiruna\" class=\"wp-image-438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/motoneige-foret-kiruna.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/motoneige-foret-kiruna-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/motoneige-foret-kiruna-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re used to driving, you won&#8217; <strong>t need to shift gears<\/strong>! You&#8217;ll have two handles: one to move forward, on the right, and one to brake, on the left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All you need to do is become comfortable with the impulse you give the vehicle, and you&#8217;ll be able to enjoy the whole ride!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During your ride, you may come across an <strong>obstacle<\/strong>, especially the first few times you negotiate a bend. If this happens, simply press the<strong> orange button<\/strong> on the left handle once.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll then hear a buzzer, and you&#8217;ll be able to reverse your snowmobile to get out of the way. If you&#8217;re really stuck, <strong>the instructor can help you<\/strong> handle your snowmobile to get back on track. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chiens-traineau-motoneige-kiruna.jpg\" alt=\"Sled dogs encountered during a snowmobile outing in Kiruna\" class=\"wp-image-447\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chiens-traineau-motoneige-kiruna.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chiens-traineau-motoneige-kiruna-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chiens-traineau-motoneige-kiruna-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, be aware that you may come across<strong> sled dogs<\/strong>. In this case, you&#8217;ll be asked to step aside and switch off your snowmobile, to let the dogs pass without frightening them or risking injury.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Snowmobile departure and fika break<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll then spend an hour <strong>exploring Kiruna&#8217;s surroundings<\/strong> by snowmobile. Lake, forest, you can enjoy the scenery and the speed. Make the most of it, because time flies!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/ombres-sur-motoneige.jpg\" alt=\"Shadows on a snowmobile\" class=\"wp-image-440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/ombres-sur-motoneige.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/ombres-sur-motoneige-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/ombres-sur-motoneige-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"441\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chemin-motoneige-kiruna.jpg\" alt=\"On the snowmobile route to Kiruna\" class=\"wp-image-441\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chemin-motoneige-kiruna.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chemin-motoneige-kiruna-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chemin-motoneige-kiruna-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At the halfway point, the instructor will take you to<strong> the shores of Lake V\u00e4kk\u00e4r\u00e4j\u00e4rvi<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll park and enjoy an<strong>hour&#8217;s<\/strong> break on the banks, in a chalet in the heart of a small village created especially for local guides and their dogs.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can warm up around the stove while admiring the view from the bay window. You can also <strong>enjoy<\/strong> the famous fika break! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the fika break?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically <strong>Swedish<\/strong> and derived from the word <em>kaffe <\/em>(&#8220;coffee&#8221;), it represents a <strong>social coffee break<\/strong>, where people gather around a hot drink to forge links at work, with friends, family&#8230; At different times of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a tradition <strong>very dear to Swedish hearts<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll have plenty of opportunities to try it out on your outings in Kiruna. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"442\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/pause-fika-activite-motoneige-kiruna.jpg\" alt=\"Fika break during snowmobiling in Kiruna\" class=\"wp-image-442\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/pause-fika-activite-motoneige-kiruna.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/pause-fika-activite-motoneige-kiruna-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/pause-fika-activite-motoneige-kiruna-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"443\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/sandwiches-cafe-pause-fika.jpg\" alt=\"Sandwiches and coffee during the fika break\" class=\"wp-image-443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/sandwiches-cafe-pause-fika.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/sandwiches-cafe-pause-fika-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/sandwiches-cafe-pause-fika-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"444\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/cafe-pause-activite-motoneige-kiruna.jpg\" alt=\"Coffee during the snowmobile activity in Kiruna\" class=\"wp-image-444\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/cafe-pause-activite-motoneige-kiruna.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/cafe-pause-activite-motoneige-kiruna-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/cafe-pause-activite-motoneige-kiruna-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A variety of hot drinks and snacks will be available. Enjoy<strong>a moment with the guide<\/strong>, who can answer your questions and discuss a myriad of topics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During this break, the guide will be looking after some &#8220;retired&#8221; dogs staying near the chalet. You&#8217;ll have no trouble <strong>petting them<\/strong> and taking photos with them if you feel like it. You&#8217;ll also have the chance to take<strong> photos of the landscape<\/strong> if you&#8217;ve brought your camera.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"445\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chiens-neige-jukkasjarvi.jpg\" alt=\"Dogs in the forest at Jukkasjarvi\" class=\"wp-image-445\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chiens-neige-jukkasjarvi.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chiens-neige-jukkasjarvi-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/chiens-neige-jukkasjarvi-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Back to the starting point at Jukkasj\u00e4rvi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Then it&#8217;s time to <strong>set off again<\/strong>. On the same principle, you&#8217;ll set off again through the forests and lakes of the Kiruna region, ending your tour at the same point where you started.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will then be asked to separate from<strong> your equipment<\/strong> and<strong> collect<\/strong> any<strong> belongings<\/strong> left in the crate. Finally, you can either drive back to your hotel or the instructor will take you to a meeting point agreed with him! <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-961b074b ksection\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\" style=\"letter-spacing:0px;text-transform:uppercase\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-kcolor-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-kcolor-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the answers to these questions are covered in the previous section, here you&#8217;ll find a summary about snowmobiling in Kiruna. They are presented in the form of a list so that you can quickly find the information you&#8217;re looking for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What clothing and equipment do you need for snowmobiling?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you dress <strong>warmly <\/strong>if you want to go snowmobiling in Kiruna. Even though the outside temperature can be quite mild, you should be aware that with the speed and wind, you can quickly get <strong>very cold<\/strong>, which would spoil your experience.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We recommend that you protect your <strong>extremities<\/strong> with several pairs of gloves, socks and, if necessary, a balaclava.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/motoneiges-kiruna-avant-depart.jpg\" alt=\"Snowmobiles near Kiruna before departure\" class=\"wp-image-434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/motoneiges-kiruna-avant-depart.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/motoneiges-kiruna-avant-depart-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/motoneiges-kiruna-avant-depart-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t worry, your instructor will also provide you with the <strong>appropriate equipment<\/strong>: very warm wetsuit to wear over your outfit, lined boots, helmet and gloves.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you&#8217;re bringing bulky or fragile items, you can put them in a <strong>large bin <\/strong>at the back of the instructor&#8217;s snowmobile. Here you can store fragile items such as cameras.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, there&#8217;s no need to pack a snack for the break. In case of hunger, everything will be provided during the <strong> <em>fika<\/em> break<\/strong>, explained earlier in the article.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can we take photos during the excursion?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of the speed, bumps and turns, we advise you to be <strong>very careful <\/strong>with your camera equipment. Cameras are definitely not recommended when you&#8217;re on the snowmobile.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As explained above, however, you can put your camera equipment in the tray on the back of the guide&#8217;s snowmobile to take photos during the break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/avant-repartir-pause-activite-motoneige-kiruna.jpg\" alt=\"Before setting off again after a break from snowmobiling in Kiruna\" class=\"wp-image-446\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/avant-repartir-pause-activite-motoneige-kiruna.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/avant-repartir-pause-activite-motoneige-kiruna-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/avant-repartir-pause-activite-motoneige-kiruna-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We advise you to use a<strong> go pro<\/strong> if you have one, or to take photos with your phone, being careful not to let it fly away!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In any case, your equipment remains your responsibility. But if you really value your phone, you <strong>may<\/strong> want to <strong>avoid taking it out<\/strong> during your activity in Kiruna.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long is the exit?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The time it takes to get kitted out, for the instructor to give you safety instructions and show you how the snowmobile drives, and then for you to go driving, <strong>allow 3 hours<\/strong>, so that you don&#8217;t get stressed out and can enjoy this activity in Kiruna to the full.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What level of skill do you need to practice this course?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a<em>&#8220;tailor-made<\/em>&#8221; activity, where you and any accompanying persons go off alone with the instructor. So it all depends on the level of the people you&#8217;re going with.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting to grips with the snowmobile is fairly <strong>straightforward<\/strong>. If you&#8217;ve never been on a snowmobile before, you&#8217;ll feel much more at ease in just <strong>a few minutes<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/conduite-motoneige-derriere-accompagnateur.jpg\" alt=\"Driving the snowmobile behind the guide\" class=\"wp-image-439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/conduite-motoneige-derriere-accompagnateur.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/conduite-motoneige-derriere-accompagnateur-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/conduite-motoneige-derriere-accompagnateur-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the Kiruna snowmobile route suitable for children?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Children <strong>under the age of 8<\/strong> are not allowed on this activity in Kiruna. In any case, as the snowmobile is an imposing and fast machine, we strongly advise you not to go with children who are too young.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In any case, make sure your child is <strong>comfortable with the speed<\/strong>. As for the rear seat, it&#8217;s large and comfortable enough, and the handles on the sides will give your child a good grip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1449fa68 ksection\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p>You now have all the<strong> practical information<\/strong> you need to embark on this <strong>snowmobile tour of Kiruna<\/strong>. If you like speed and snow-covered landscapes, you won&#8217;t be disappointed by this trip, which will provide you with unique memories! <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Snowmobiling in Kiruna Have you always wanted to experience speed and adrenalin? Then let us guide you to one of the most popular activities in Kiruna. In this article, we&#8217;ve compiled all the information you need to prepare for this snowmobile excursion in Kiruna. 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