Northern Lights Photography Experience at Arctic Retreat
Join a private photographer beneath Lapland’s starlit skies to master Aurora photography. Refine your craft as the Northern Lights dance—capturing not just a moment, but a rare harmony of art, nature, and light.
Area
Swedish Lapland
Type
Wildlife & Nature
Grade
Standard
Who
Adults
Couples
Teens
With teenagers (12 years +)
Difficulty
Leisurely
Duration
1-2 Hours
Half Day
Under the Arctic night, master the art of photographing the elusive Aurora with a private expert by your side. Learn to balance light, shadow, and patience as the skies ignite in colour, transforming fleeting wonder into lasting imagery, and memory into masterpiece.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationArctic Retreat
Arctic Retreat is a small, family-run property located in the tiny village of Gunnarsbyn in Swedish Lapland. The retreat is made up of a collection of traditional log cabins and offers an exclusive and inviting base from which to enjoy the wilderness.
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View AccommodationVilla ÄNG
Discover serene luxury and total privacy in the heart of Swedish Lapland at Villa ÄNG, a 400 m², five-bedroom private villa above the Arctic Circle, tailor-made for discerning travellers through Scott Dunn.
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View AccommodationWilderness Hotel Nangu
Wilderness Hotel Nangu is located in a remote spot on the southern shore of Lake Inari, with breath-taking views, perfect for experiencing the Northern Lights! As an adults-only destination this is the perfect escape for couples or friends.
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View AccommodationLoggers Lodge
In the heart of Swedish Lapland lies Loggers Lodge, a warm and welcoming cabin made for two, surrounded by trees, streams and breathtaking scenery. This is the perfect spot for those looking to really get away from it all.
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View AccommodationIce Hotel
The original hotel made entirely from snow and ice, Ice Hotel in Swedish Lapland is literally one of the coolest places to stay in the world. Built to a new design each winter, guests are able to experience sleeping in temperatures of -5 degrees.
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View AccommodationTreehotel
The Treehotel is one of the most unique design-led hotels you will ever stay in; a choice of a treehouse ranging from a Bird's Nest to a UFO. Set in the stunning wilds of Swedish Lapland, it is a perfect destination for winter fun or summer adventures.
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View AccommodationOctola
Octola II offers a new pinnacle of luxury: stunning design, bespoke experiences, and exclusive access to unforgettable moments in a breathtaking setting.
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View AccommodationAurora Safari Camp
Fredrik Broman's brainchild, the Aurora Safari Camp is testament to this professional photographers vision to bring the wonder of the African luxury camp to the Arctic Circle. This is a unique base in Lapland to husky sled, Aurora watch and snow-mobile.
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View AccommodationBrandon Lodge
Located on the Luleå archipelago, Brändön Lodge features 15 charming two-bedroom log cabins overlooking the sea. With a wealth of activities available, Brändön Lodge makes for an ideal base from which to explore the Lappish wilderness anytime of the year.
More Experiences in This Area
Discover more things to do in the area and chat to our specialists about crafting these experiences into your tailor-made holiday.
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View ExperienceSnowmobile safari from Arctic Bath hotel
For a real Lappish experience, try riding a snowmobile through the incredible winter wonderland around Arctic Bath hotel. You'll witness stunning scenery and maybe see some of Lapland's native wildlife as you admire the snowy mountains.
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Vuolus Package at Fjellborg Arctic Lodge - 5 days/4 nights
For the ultimate Lapland experience, this four-night trip gives you a taste of both Arctic adventure and culture including dog sledding, snowmobiling, ice fishing, snowshoe trekking, ice sculpting, and a chance to meet the indigenous Sámi tribespeople.
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View ExperienceSnowshoeing at Lapland Guesthouse
Take part in a blissfully peaceful walk into the calm serenity of the surrounding winter wonderland.
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View ExperienceLinkka Package at Fjellborg Arctic Lodge - 3 days/2 nights
Visit a Sámi camp and learn about the culture of Lapland’s reindeer-herding people and enjoy the chance for dog sledding, ice fishing, snowshoeing and the thrill of snowmobiling in the Arctic wilderness on this exciting two-night winter break.
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View ExperienceSami cultural visit from Arctic Retreat
Visit a local Sami family, where the head of the family will enlighten you with their stories of surviving the harsh arctic winters, their traditions and the close bond they hold with the reindeer.
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View ExperienceIce sculpting at Ice Hotel
A must-do when staying at the iconic Ice Hotel, try carving an ice sculpture of your own in an introductory sculpting class. Using the same ice as the hotel is made from, you'll learn the techniques and then be able to test your creativity!
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View ExperienceReindeer visit at Lapland Guesthouse
Enjoy an exciting journey by snowmobile over stunning landscapes and frozen lakes to find the an magical emblem of Lapland; the Reindeer.
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View ExperienceSnowmobiling at Lapland Guesthouse
Travel on snowmobiles through the wilderness of Swedish Lapland as you explore in the most exhilarating way.
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View ExperienceKallo Package at Fjellborg Arctic Lodge - 3 days/2 nights
Embrace the Arctic lifestyle on a short break, indulging in a range of winter activities including dog sledding, snowmobiling, ice fishing and snowshoe trekking, at Fjellborg Arctic Lodge on Lake Väkkärä in Swedish Lapland.
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View ExperienceAurora Hideaway Dinner
Enjoy a candle-lit dinner on the frozen arctic sea offering you a fantastic view of the starry sky and perhaps even the Northern Lights .
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View ExperienceWilderness dinner at Ice Hotel
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind dinner underneath the night sky at Ice Hotel's secluded wilderness camp. Your chef will serve up a delicious three-course dinner of local specialities while you relax on reindeer skins, looking out for the elusive Northern Lights.
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Luspa Package at Fjellborg Arctic Lodge - 4 days/3 nights
Experience the magical Lapland lifestyle on this break which includes learning to mush your own team of huskies, meeting the reindeer-herding Sámi tribespeople and trying your hand at ice fishing, ice sculpting and snowshoe trekking.
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