Bjorkliden Travel Guides (Updated September 2026)

We booked the Private Aurora Escape to celebrate my milestone birthday. We were mainly looking forward to the experience of seeing and taking photographs of the Aurora Borealis, but the entire trip turned out to be the most amazing adventure, including beautiful hikes, spectacular aurora shows and more. A lot of credit goes to our amazing guide Sara B. who made our trip unique and unforgettable. Combining her knowledge of the area (including its nature and wildlife) and skill in identifying best opportunities for daytime hikes (including best opportunities for good photography) and aurora viewing, she made excellent recommendations and made sure we were able to get the maximum out of the time available to us. We couldn’t have asked for a better and nicer guide. Also, for each event, we were provided with just the right gear for the occasion (thermal overalls, traction grippers, headlamps, snowshoes, camera and tripod, ...). In terms of accommodation, the house we stayed in was spacious and comfortable, with a well equiped kitchen and a nice variety of local food to prepare for all our meals.

I booked the Ultimate Aurora Photo Adventure with Lights over Lapland and the team was super great, start to beginning. While booking I had some queries and the team was very quick to respond and put me at ease.We had a fabulous guide, Marco. He made sure that that we spot some fabulous auroras. Although the kp index that night was high, weather conditions were not favorable. But Marco with his extensive knowledge knew just the spots. He kept checking on us, lit a fire to keep us warm and kept giving us photography tips.Everything was great however I still want to share two feedback that could help create an even better experience: 1. Would be great if the team could already mail camera basics (buttons, settings) to guests. Some of us were complete beginers and had no idea about shutter speed. So we kept going click, click when we should have given the camera 30secs to process. 2. The experience included snowmobile, however due to weather conditions we could do that (which is completely fair and understandable). If that could be shared with guests on that day, it would help manage expectations.

We joined the 4 days trip all inclusive from 26 Our guide was Sara who was excellent with great service. She did her best to chase the aurora borealis with us. She is a very attentive guide showing her passion of her work. She is a photographer - which is great to teach us how to use the camera 📸 to capture the best moment of the day time hking as well as the Northern LightThe food in this restaurant was excellent especially for the dinner menu. The buffet lunch was ok but changed everydayThe ice hotel was great, it's more an art thematic with a story behind each room. Very nice and surprise place.The morning hiking in the Absiko national park was very nice, it's not that cold when you are well dressed with merinosOur dogsled trip was cancelled due to not sufficient snow. But Sara and the company arranged a short visit to the dogs sledging place to allow us to see the puppies - highly appreciate the arrangementThe only thing to improve is the hotel room which is very basic style like a 3 stars category, especially the bathroom. I expected a better room given the price of the trip.In general, I highly recommend to have the guide with you to chase the Northern Light, some tourist went the same dates but they did not see the northern lights with a guide.#feedtheguide ;)

Great experience at the Ice Hotel. We had Gavin as our tour guide and he was extremely knowledgeable and made the trip amazing!

This was the most best and memorable trip I ever had in my life. The guide and the photographer was too good and experienced. She took some of the best photos and showed us the spectacular northern lights. Happy to book the Aurora chase with them. The guide Joey Tristan was awesome. She is the best. Thank you.

Last night's Ultimate Aurora Photo Adventure, led by Matteo, was stellar in all senses. The aurora was on full display, and Matteo made sure all conditions were ready to capture the moment. Firstly, we were in the right place at the right time, and that was thanks to Matteo and communications with other guides. We also got clear instructions on how to handle the tripod, great guidance on camera settings etc., and I appreciated the calm and methodical approach to getting set up as well as technical adjustments as the night's aurora conditions changed. Highly recommended.

Really lovely experience and Sara in the Ice Bar made our experience if possible even better with her lovely happy reception……big 🙏 thanks

Thank you Sara for a very nice reception! We would love to come back.Pontus, Kalle and Mackan on their way to Riksgränsen

Gavin was our guide on February 24 for the Aurora Adventure tour, and we really enjoyed this evening activity. He was very professional, had organized the tour extremely well, and shared many interesting facts about the Northern Lights.We were very lucky with the weather that evening and were able to see the Northern Lights quite quickly. Gavin had chosen a great location where everyone could clearly see and photograph them. It was a very cold night, with temperatures around −23°C.He had also arranged a heated tent where we could warm up while taking photos. In addition, he made some delicious tea for us, which was very welcome in the cold.On the way back it became a bit exciting because there were moose on the road, but Gavin safely guided us back to the bus. We were very happy to have Gavin as our guide.

We had the best time on the ultimate aurora photo adventure! Our guide, Marco was awesome. He’s super friendly, fun, easy to chat with, and so knowledgable about all the important things to hunt down the best aurora viewing spot for us. Honestly wish we could have hung out longer! We got lucky and saw amazing auroras and know we’ll get lots of cool shots from the camera that we couldn’t have taken from our phones alone. Highly recommend!

Matteo was our guide for the night helping us to find and photograph aurora. Marco and Matteo both explained the camera equipment and then Matteo drove 5 of us 10 minutes or so to his first location where there was a chance to see aurora. After helping everybody set up either our own or the loaned camera gear we were lucky enough to see aurora activity fairly quickly althiugh relatively faint. After a couple of hours the clouds stopped further photo opportunities but we all sat round a lovely warm stove in a yurt with hot juice. Very enjoyable experience and Matteo provided lots of local information and photographic advice and even phoned later to update us about new aurora activity with spectacular aurora back in Abisko at midnight! Very professionally run activity.

The Norse Gods smiled on us and gave us a fabulous 7 ⭐️ trip. Aurora danced for us on our first night out and we saw her on the 2 preceding nights.The whole team at Lights Over Lapland are superb. Romy, Gavin and Mateo each brought great depth of knowledge, skill and enthusiasm. We learnt so much from each of them - they each brought their personal passion for the Lights, the landscape and the local culture to life for us in their own different ways. It was a pleasure to spend time with them regardless of whether Aurora joined us (or not!). The late night was cookies, tea and fires were delightful.We’d also like to mention Charlie the bus driver; a great asset and super valuable member of the team who brought much knowledge and good humour. We felt extremely safe in his hands driving for several hours on ice and snow.We also got to meet the lovely Jeanette who had made all the administrative aspects of booking super easyThe hotel was as super; very amenable and helpful staff and super food. Amazing views over the frozen lake and mountains. We had one very lazy day watching the sun change the colours on the snow covered mountains as the day gently passed. It was a stunningly clear day which was akin to being on an airplane above the cloud line, bright and beautiful,All the very best to everyone for this and all seasons to come.It truly was as a wonderful trip - full of wonder.Many many thanks 🙏 Jane & Alex 💛

We booked a private 4 days holidays package. It's our second time with this package as we had a really good time previously. It was great again, we saw amazing dancing Northern lights and our guide Sara went above and beyond to make the stay very comfortable. Sara was also extremely knowledgeable about the Sami culture, photography, the local Fauna and the Northern lights. She took very nice, professional level pictures of us during the trip. We definitely recommend!

Before choosing Lights Over Lapland, I carefully researched many different options. In the end, I concluded that LOL was the best choice for my friend and me — and I was absolutely right.We experienced something truly once in a lifetime. Over two consecutive nights, under incredibly clear skies, we witnessed exceptionally strong and rare aurora borealis activity. The magnetic storm that unfolded during our stay created one of the most powerful displays imaginable. To see such intense auroras dancing across the Arctic tundra — not just once, but two nights in a row — felt almost unreal.Our guide, Marco, was outstanding. He didn’t just guide us; he enriched the entire experience. His explanations were clear and engaging, and he offered constant support and helpful tips throughout the nights. His passion and knowledge added depth to what was already an extraordinary natural spectacle.Everything aligned perfectly — the solar activity, the weather, the location, and the team. It is rare for so many factors to come together so harmoniously. We know how tremendously fortunate we were.Would I recommend Lights Over Lapland? Without hesitation.Will I come back? The truth is that what we witnessed was so exceptional that repeating those exact conditions would be unlikely. What I know with certainty is that we were deeply blessed — and that we chose the right company to experience it with: Lights Over Lapland. THANKS!!

Great experience with our guide Matteo. It was a cloudy night but he managed to take us to the right spot and thankfully all the stars aligned and we were able to see the northen lights. 150€ each was well worth is, as we also had a lovely typical swedish tea and biscuits next to a warm fire. We stayed out for 3hrs, thankfully the fire was warm and since the northen lights showed up towards the very end, Matteo lets us stay a little longer to take pictures. Amazing experience, definitely would do it again, 10/10.

Our experience was excellent, Matteo acted as our guide and clearly explained how to use the camera equipment provided and took us to a point where the sky was open to allow us to see the aurora. He was constantly in communication with his colleagues about any better places to move but fortunately it was not necessary. He explained some of the factors that contribute to the visibility of the aurora and lit a fire in a hut nearby to keep everyone warm by offering us tea and cookies. The tour lasted about three hours from departure and left us with great memories of an unforgettable night.