A boreal immersion combining dog hiking and bivouacking in Lapland
In summary
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Sports
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Duration7 days
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LevelAll levels
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DestinationLapland / Suede
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AgeFrom 5 - 85 years
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CO₂-Emissions180.97 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
English
In a few words
Embark on an immersive stay in the heart of Swedish Lapland, combining adventure, nature, and a complete digital detox. Accompanied by our sled dogs, you'll discover the vast Nordic landscapes on cani-hiking excursions accessible to all. The trip is punctuated by moments of wild fishing, exploring Storforsen, the largest rapids in Europe, and a 48-hour bivouac experience to truly experience Lapland up close. An authentic getaway, far from the crowds, to enjoy the tranquility, the wild landscapes, and the midnight sun.
The highlights
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48-hour bivouac experience in the heart of Lapland
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Discover cani-hiking
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Visit the greatest rapids of Europe: Storforsen
Photos
Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
In figures
Dog hiking
- Average duration/day: 3h
Hiking
- Average duration/day: 24h
- Average distance/day: 5 km
Management
French
English
Cédric has been passionate about dogs since early childhood.
The turning point came when I was 25.
He leaves behind a long career as a chef in Michelin-starred restaurants to devote himself entirely to his passion.
Sled dogs then became his daily leitmotif.
His dogs are his life, his guiding principle.
Cédric, your musher host, will guide you through the landscapes of Swedish Lapland. He will also delight your taste buds with delicious dishes he prepares himself.
A lifelong animal lover, she worked for several years in the horse racing industry before changing her life and settling in Swedish Lapland. She enjoys sharing her simple daily life surrounded by nature, introducing people to the region, and meeting people from diverse backgrounds. Always curious, she also loves discovering new things and learning from others.
Program
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Welcome
- Transportation Car - 01h25 - 100km
- Accommodation Private chalet
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Transfer from Lulea airport to the holiday home.
Settling into your chalet and taking possession of the premises
Visit to the kennel
(Program adjusted according to your arrival time)
Dinner
Day 1 -
Cani-hiking
- Activity Dog hiking
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Accommodation Private chalet
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
After a good breakfast, you get ready for your first day with the dogs. Today, we're going on a dog-hiking trip from the kennel to explore the landscapes of Swedish Lapland.
We provide you with the dog-hiking equipment (a belt/harness where you are connected to the dog by an elastic leash). Once you are equipped, it's up to you to prepare your dog!
Get to know him (licks, cuddles, etc.) because you now form a duo/team. Put on the harness and hitch up your dog.
Lunch/Picnic during the walk
Return in the mid-afternoon.
Free time – Feeding the dogs
Dinner
Day 2 -
Bivouac in nature
- Transportation Car - 00h45 - 38kmper day
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 48h per day
- Distance 10 km
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
We are going to set off for 2 days of hiking to discover the boreal forests, lakes and all the wild nature that Lapland has to offer in summer.
Preparation of equipment (tents, meal equipment, etc.)
We set off from home for a beautiful excursion in the heart of nature.
Lunch during the walk
We resume our journey towards our campsite to spend the night.
Late afternoon, tents were set up…
Preparing the fire and dinner
Wake up and have breakfast before starting a new day.
We continue our walk and observe the landscapes and panoramas.
Lunch by the river
Returned home in the mid-afternoon
Relaxation in the sauna and free time
Feeding the dogs
Dinner
Days 3 to 4 -
Visit to the Storforsen Rapids
- Transportation Car - 00h25 - 17km
- Activity Hiking
- Accommodation Private chalet
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Visit to the Storforsen rapids, a nature reserve and remarkable site in the region where we can admire the largest rapids in Northern Europe in terms of water flow.
Ideal spot to enjoy sunbathing and a refreshing dip in the river.
Lunch on site around a BBQ.
We will visit Birgitta who runs a lovely shop selling local and handcrafted souvenirs.
Return in the mid-afternoon
Free Time – Feeding the Dogs
Dinner
Day 5 -
Fishing day
- Transportation Car - 00h05 - 5km
- Accommodation Private chalet
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
On the way to the lake, to reach the fishing spot and enjoy the wide open spaces in the heart of nature.
The day's agenda includes reel fishing in the middle of the lake; it's up to you to find your favorite hook or lure to bring back pike and perch for dinner.
Lunch during the activity
Return in the mid-afternoon
Free Time – Feeding the Dogs
Dinner
Day 6 -
Departure
- Transportation Car - 01h25 - 100km
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Alas! It's already time to part ways and return to civilization.
Breakfast and last cuddles with the dogs
Transfer to Luleå airport.
Day 7
Note
The order of activities is subject to change depending on the weather.
The sauna will be available to guests throughout their stay.
Accommodation
You will find a 25m2 living room with a kitchenette and a 25m2 loft consisting of 2 double bedrooms. One with a 160cm double bed, the other with a 180cm double bed that can be converted into 2 single beds.
There is electricity but no running water. Water tanks are available and can be filled from our house.
For showering, there is the wood-fired sauna, traditionally used in Scandinavia, and/or the shower located in our service room (in our house extension). It is reserved exclusively for your use.
This chalet is a private chalet for 2 people.
This is a typical Swedish building with a cozy and authentic atmosphere. It consists of an entrance, a dry toilet and a large bedroom/living room. The living room includes a large double bed, a sitting area with sofa/coffee table and a washbasin (water reserves are at your disposal).
Access
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
- 5 nights in a chalet
- 1 night in a tent during the bivouac
- Full board (from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 7)
- All on-site activities included in the program
- The loan of materials and equipment for each activity
- Luleå airport transfers (holiday home/round trip)
- The use of the sauna and shower.
The price does not include
- Passport fees
- Flight costs, airport fees and taxes
- Transportation costs outside the scope of the stay
- Alcoholic beverages and other meals not specified in the program
- Risk and/or travel insurance
- Any potential medical expenses
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- Tents
- Duvets
- Inflatable/compact hiking mattresses
- Group equipment for bivouacs and meals
- Equipment specific to the activities (depending on the stay)
Equipment to bring
- Hiking backpack / daypack
- Water bottle or hydration pack
- Walking sticks (optional but useful on certain terrains)
- Mosquito repellent
- Possibly a head mosquito net / mosquito net
- Sunglasses
- Cap or hat
- Sunscreen
- Binoculars for observing animals (optional)
- Camera (optional)
- Earplugs (optional)
- Small personal first-aid kit (optional)
- Anti-blister plasters (optional)
- Microfiber towel
- Night mask / blackout mask (because of the midnight sun)
- Duvet (we provide some, but some people prefer to have their own)
Clothing to bring
- Hiking pants (or convertible pants)
- Hiking shorts (optional depending on sensitivity to cold/mosquitoes)
- Breathable T-shirts
- Lightweight long-sleeved tops (very useful against mosquitoes)
- Fleece or warm sweater for evenings
- Waterproof and windproof jacket
- Waterproof overtrousers (highly recommended for hiking)
- Walking or hiking shoes, ideally high-top and waterproof.
- Sandals or comfortable shoes for the evening
- Cap or hat
- Swimsuit (sauna/lake depending on the stay)
The Cédric team
This family-run business has been driven by the passion of our local expert, Cédric, and Lisa for the past ten years. A former chef, Cédric chose the Far North to provide an idyllic setting for his sled dogs. Lisa, for her part, left the world of horse racing to share her love of the Swedish landscape. Together, they offer an authentic experience: Cédric guides the husky teams while Lisa leads the expeditions, hikes, and snowshoeing trips.
