Norrbotten: Snowmobile Safari Through Swedish Wilderness｜Sweden

Set off on a guided snowmobile safari into the Swedish winter wilderness. Depart directly from Storforsen Hotel near Vidsel and, within minutes, leave the last traces of civilization behind. Follow your guide along snow-covered trails through silent forests, across open stretches by frozen rivers, and past marshes locked in ice—an unforgettable way to experience Norrbotten in winter.

Your guide begins with a safety briefing and equips you with warm outer clothing, including overalls, boots, helmet, gloves, and goggles. Then it’s time to ride. Speeds are adjusted to match the group’s experience and comfort, making the tour a great fit whether you’re here for steady sightseeing or a more energetic drive. Keep your eyes on the treeline: you may spot reindeer, foxes, black grouse, capercaillie, and—if luck is on your side—the “king of the North,” the moose.

Midway through the adventure, stop to enjoy a traditional Swedish fika in the winter landscape before hopping back on your snowmobile for the next leg of the route. Tours run daily in the snow season from December to April, with half-day and longer options available.

Return to Storforsen Hotel with rosy cheeks, snowy boots, and the satisfying feeling that you’ve truly travelled through Arctic Sweden—by throttle, not by bus.