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Genuine adventures in northernmost Sweden - photo, mountain and Sami culture
Aurora Borealis - Northern lights, Midnight Sun, wildlife, Sami culture, extreme mountain environments - if you have a dream to experience beautiful, authentic nature, join our tours. We are a Sami family company that focuses on photo tours of nature and culture. Our guides knows the places we are visiting and are used to photograph and spend time in nature in all kind of weather.
Our goal is that you as our guest will see and experience authentic places in a simple and secure way, with local guides you can trust at.
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Patricker09
Stuttgart, Germany7 contributions
Dec 2019
We met our guide Anette at the hotel at 7.30pm. Every tour member received a professional camera and SD cards (if needed - we asked in advance) and she explained the camera settings for night shootings. After being provided with warm clothes, shoes and headlamps we were brought by car and some short walk to a location outside of Kiruna. We started to observe the beautiful clear night sky in an awesome, frozen landscape - this alone is already super cool and exciting. Anette provided a lot of tips and tricks how to get the best out of the camera. Finally we were lucky and could see some northern lights ! The tour closed with warm snacks around a camp fire and after we returned to the hotel close to midnight. Anette is a very amiable, professional and very knowledged guide and photographer ! We are really grateful that we met Anette and highly recommend Scandinavian Photoadventures !
Written 2 January 2020
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Thank you a lot, we are so happy you had a good time with us and that you got to see the aurora. Normally december is cold and clear weathers here but this december have been a lot of bad weathers so it has been a little bit tricky this year to find a good night sky.
Written 4 January 2020
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Sarah T
4 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
We had a fantastic experience with Ylva. She met us in town (and was ready and waiting when we arrived) and took us to Camp Ripan to go through how to use the cameras and get any warm equipment we needed (eg boots, extra cover).
After that she decided on the best location to drive to and off we went.
When we arrived she helped us set up the cameras and we got some amazing shots of the lights. She was very helpful and offered to assist with cameras and take photos of us with the lights.
We had a wonderful time and would recommend this tour to anyone!
After that she decided on the best location to drive to and off we went.
When we arrived she helped us set up the cameras and we got some amazing shots of the lights. She was very helpful and offered to assist with cameras and take photos of us with the lights.
We had a wonderful time and would recommend this tour to anyone!
Written 24 February 2020
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We are happy you had a great evening out with Ylva and that you got some good pictures from the tour. Welcome back.
Written 26 February 2020
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Sharyne D
Melbourne, Australia42 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
We booked our Aurora Photography tour via the ICEHOTEL. Our tour guide Ylva was absolutely amazing! At the start of the night, we didn't think we would see the lights because of the bad weather. But Ylva drove us away from cloud cover to an area where we could see the Northern Lights!
Whilst the Northern Lights are never a guarantee, we feel that Scandinavian Sami Photoadventures go above and beyond to help their guests see the Lights. For many this is a bucket-list item and for us we really appreciated the extra effort.
We'd also like to add that Ylva is such an interesting person and the long drive each way was spent in deep conversation with him. In fact, we could have talked to him longer and we were sad when our night ended.
We would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting a memorable experience in Northern Sweden.
Whilst the Northern Lights are never a guarantee, we feel that Scandinavian Sami Photoadventures go above and beyond to help their guests see the Lights. For many this is a bucket-list item and for us we really appreciated the extra effort.
We'd also like to add that Ylva is such an interesting person and the long drive each way was spent in deep conversation with him. In fact, we could have talked to him longer and we were sad when our night ended.
We would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting a memorable experience in Northern Sweden.
Written 13 March 2024
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We are happy that you had a nice trip with our company. and a good experience from our guide and that you came to a good location for the night, where you were able to see and photograph the northern lights. We hoe you have got lot of beautiful pictures with you bcak home.
Kind regards
Written 7 April 2024
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Borja FC
4 contributions
Feb 2021
Thanks to Scandinavian Sami Photoadventures, and specially to our guide, Anette, I have enjoyed an experience that will stay with me forever.
It was a very genuine and authentic experience, from start to end, and I enjoyed every minute. Of all the moments, the one that I would highlight was when we had a break for a coffee by the fire. I loved to learn and hear about the Sámi people from Anette.
On top of that, the skies were clear the night of our tour, so we managed to see the Northern Lights for hours, and took lots and great pictures. I believe that this is by far the choice if you want to enjoy the Northern Lights
It was a very genuine and authentic experience, from start to end, and I enjoyed every minute. Of all the moments, the one that I would highlight was when we had a break for a coffee by the fire. I loved to learn and hear about the Sámi people from Anette.
On top of that, the skies were clear the night of our tour, so we managed to see the Northern Lights for hours, and took lots and great pictures. I believe that this is by far the choice if you want to enjoy the Northern Lights
Written 15 February 2021
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We are happy to hear you had a nice evening and you got that nice experience of the northern light together with Anette.
Kind regards
Written 13 March 2024
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Doc Idries AR
Chicago, IL324 contributions
Mar 2015 • Family
I have done Northern Lights viewing experiences in Tromso, Norway as well as Iceland and I have to say that this was by far the best experience that I had. Our guide Ylva was very warm and knowledgible. The cost is a bit high but well worth it for all that you get. The charge is about 1500 SEK (half for kids). This includes a hotel pickup and drop off as well as use of a very expensive camera with tripod (everyone receives their own including children), orientation to the use of the camera as well as to the tour and the use of added protective clothing (snow pants, boots, coverup, etc....)
After being oriented, we were taken out to a very isolated field and the show began. We were blessed with a nice clear night and for the great majority of the four hours that we were out, the Aurora was present with a couple of really good, bright shows. Because we had nice professional cameras (bring an SD card with you) and because Ylva will help you with camera settings, we got really nice pictures! Additionally, Ylva says that they monitor weather reports and go to locations that have the clearer weather optimizing the likelihood of viewing.
Our location had a traditional Sami tent where Ylva built a fire so that we could take a few warm-up breaks. She also prepared warm coffee and tea to also keep us nice and warm.
We stayed out there until a bit past midnight at which time we were returned to our hotels. If I were to come back to Kiruna, I would not hesitate in booking with Scandinavian Photoadventures again and I would recommend them for anyone coming to see the lights!
After being oriented, we were taken out to a very isolated field and the show began. We were blessed with a nice clear night and for the great majority of the four hours that we were out, the Aurora was present with a couple of really good, bright shows. Because we had nice professional cameras (bring an SD card with you) and because Ylva will help you with camera settings, we got really nice pictures! Additionally, Ylva says that they monitor weather reports and go to locations that have the clearer weather optimizing the likelihood of viewing.
Our location had a traditional Sami tent where Ylva built a fire so that we could take a few warm-up breaks. She also prepared warm coffee and tea to also keep us nice and warm.
We stayed out there until a bit past midnight at which time we were returned to our hotels. If I were to come back to Kiruna, I would not hesitate in booking with Scandinavian Photoadventures again and I would recommend them for anyone coming to see the lights!
Written 6 March 2015
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Bill S
O'Fallon, MO40 contributions
Dec 2019
In mid-December we took our 'once-in-a-lifetime' trip to Norway and Sweden to hopefully see the Northern Lights. Unfortunately after an 8 hour excursion in Tromso it was a no go and then we were snowed out in Narvik. At the last minute we booked a tour through the Ice Hotel that was provided by Scandinavian Photoadventures. We lucked out and had a fantastic view of the lights. What was best, however, was that on this tour we were provided with cameras that best captured the lights and provided with instructions by Jove on the use of the cameras. Far better results than on personal camera and cell phone. Jove took us to the best location for the viewing and provided personal attention to each and every member of the tour group. We are so glad that we made this last minute decision.
Written 24 December 2019
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I'm glad you where able to see the northern lights at our tour. Our camera equipment, which are included in the tour, is a good help for to get the best pictures as possible.
I wish you a Happy New year.
Kind regards
Written 28 December 2019
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KonniBerlin
Berlin, Germany123 contributions
Nov 2019
I booked an Aurora night tour with Scandinavian Photoadventrues and was very pleased. We were a small group and Juve was our guide. We got a very good Canon camera (I think it was a 650D) and a stabile tripod, warm winter clothes and boots as well. Juve drove around to find the lights and gave us a helpful introduction as how to catch them. He also made a fire in a little hut so we did not get too cold. Thanks a lot, Juve, for the very informative evening and your enthusiasm in the middle of a cold night.
Written 10 December 2019
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We are so glad that you had a nice evening out in the cold. The cameras you borrowed where Canon 750D with wide angel Sigma lenses 10-20 mm f 3.5
Written 12 December 2019
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Nadar7
Christchurch, New Zealand161 contributions
Jan 2019 • Family
We were visiting Kiruna to do a number of activities and hoping to see the Northern Lights. We chose snowmobiling, dogsledding, the Ice Hotel and a visit to a Reindeer farm. Some these mentioned we might see the lights but the focus was on other things.
On reading in the lists of activities we could do based at Camp Ripan, we found the photography tour - it had good
reviews, provided excellent equipment for each person and some training as well.
Our guide Yove, met us at the camp and surly handed us
each a quality Canon DSLR and and quality tripod, then taught us some basics and tips for photography in the dark and of the Northern Lights.
His ways may have seems almost humorous but the idea was to make instructions memorable! He succeeded.
We then got kitted up in suitable outdoor winter ware - don’t be fooled by the serenity, the cold can do you
serious harm, so take the locals advice. I would include some fingerless gloves, a scarf or balaclava for your face, and even 2 pairs of socks. Chooses from their snow boots
ones which are a little too big as they will be far warmer than boots that are fitting or tight. Bring some chemical hand warmers as well. Under their snow gear you should
have several layers yourself, including thermals.
The provided jackets are great and have a good hood, but bring a thermal beanie/hat to go under it.
We drove out of town for maybe 30 minutes, then stopped while Jove checked on local info regarding weather and
the chance of lights. It didn’t look good as it was cloudy, windy and started to snow.
Jove decided where we were had a good chance and
forecasted the cloud would sometime part to give us a chance. I was doubtful but trusted our guide.
With our gear we trudged into the snow for 10 minutes
until we in the middle of nowhere with not a lot around us but snow and very little light pollution. We set up in anticipation, snd slowly thing improved - snowing had
stopped, the wind died down and the clouds were dissipating. Then it started, and it went on for maybe 90 minutes or so, on and off. We were totally amazed and in
awe of the beauty. We were lucky with such a good showing that night. We happily snapped away trying different exposure lengths and different angles.
Sometimes we just stood there entranced, trying to take it all in, and pinching ourselves in disbelief. Our 2 teenagers were loving it as much as we were!
Our guide set up a fire later, for us to warm up and have a snack and drink, but we were too busy to care about
lesser things.
Before we left our guide took a sit of our family out in the open with the lights in the background. The result showed
his skill and class - he took the time to get the exposure right, the amount of fill in flash from his headlight and the focus. Even after 4 weeks the the memories are so vivid and alive - we will treasure them always.
If you want to maximise yourchances if seeing the Northern Lights, you should seriously consider this tour as that it’s goal but as well they want to get you to take memorable photos of it.
Thanks Jove and thank you Scandinavian Photoadventures, we loved it!
On reading in the lists of activities we could do based at Camp Ripan, we found the photography tour - it had good
reviews, provided excellent equipment for each person and some training as well.
Our guide Yove, met us at the camp and surly handed us
each a quality Canon DSLR and and quality tripod, then taught us some basics and tips for photography in the dark and of the Northern Lights.
His ways may have seems almost humorous but the idea was to make instructions memorable! He succeeded.
We then got kitted up in suitable outdoor winter ware - don’t be fooled by the serenity, the cold can do you
serious harm, so take the locals advice. I would include some fingerless gloves, a scarf or balaclava for your face, and even 2 pairs of socks. Chooses from their snow boots
ones which are a little too big as they will be far warmer than boots that are fitting or tight. Bring some chemical hand warmers as well. Under their snow gear you should
have several layers yourself, including thermals.
The provided jackets are great and have a good hood, but bring a thermal beanie/hat to go under it.
We drove out of town for maybe 30 minutes, then stopped while Jove checked on local info regarding weather and
the chance of lights. It didn’t look good as it was cloudy, windy and started to snow.
Jove decided where we were had a good chance and
forecasted the cloud would sometime part to give us a chance. I was doubtful but trusted our guide.
With our gear we trudged into the snow for 10 minutes
until we in the middle of nowhere with not a lot around us but snow and very little light pollution. We set up in anticipation, snd slowly thing improved - snowing had
stopped, the wind died down and the clouds were dissipating. Then it started, and it went on for maybe 90 minutes or so, on and off. We were totally amazed and in
awe of the beauty. We were lucky with such a good showing that night. We happily snapped away trying different exposure lengths and different angles.
Sometimes we just stood there entranced, trying to take it all in, and pinching ourselves in disbelief. Our 2 teenagers were loving it as much as we were!
Our guide set up a fire later, for us to warm up and have a snack and drink, but we were too busy to care about
lesser things.
Before we left our guide took a sit of our family out in the open with the lights in the background. The result showed
his skill and class - he took the time to get the exposure right, the amount of fill in flash from his headlight and the focus. Even after 4 weeks the the memories are so vivid and alive - we will treasure them always.
If you want to maximise yourchances if seeing the Northern Lights, you should seriously consider this tour as that it’s goal but as well they want to get you to take memorable photos of it.
Thanks Jove and thank you Scandinavian Photoadventures, we loved it!
Written 5 February 2019
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We are so happy you had a good time out with Jove and that you got to see and photograph the northern light. Snowy nights are a little bit hard to find openings in the sky, but we always try.
Written 21 February 2019
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Sandra F
Brazil696 contributions
Mar 2016 • Couples
She provides warm winter clothes and shoes, besides cameras and tripods (she also sells the memory card, if you prefer). Ylva is fantastic! She helps everyone and does an excellent job of teaching how to use the camera settings to properly capture the Northern Lights. I took many pictures and I liked it very much. Before leaving, we went into a Sami tent for a very warm fire and drink some tea and hot chocolate and Ylva shared stories of her family and culture, Sami. That was a wonderful evening!
Written 15 April 2016
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Thank you!
I'm glad to hear that you had a fantastic experience, and that you have got lot of nice pictures.
I think it's always nice to have something hot to drink around the fire and it's also a good opportunity to share the stories.
Kind regards
Ylva
Written 18 April 2016
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drsped
Houston, TX417 contributions
Mar 2015 • Couples
Our guide, Ylva Sarri, was fabulous. We had a small group of 3 people on a Sunday night. While they provide cameras and tripods (you bring your own SD card), all three of us had cameras so we had a bit more time for photography. Ylva does an excellent job of teaching how to use the camera settings to properly capture the Northern Lights. We all took pictures we liked (not always easy to say) and had several that contained some wonderful green and purples. After the lights dimmed, we went into a teepee and had coffee and chocolate and Ylva shared stories of her family and culture, Sami, with us. Very enjoyable evening. I would not change a thing! TIPS: Dress warmly :)
Written 11 March 2015
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Hi. How do. I. Book a day tour to Watch northern lights and explore sweden
Written 24 October 2024
Hola!
Donde realizáis el tour, en Abisko o en otras zonas?
Muchas gracias!!
Written 7 December 2019
Hi,
Thank you for your request.
Our company are placed in Kiruna so we start our tours there.
We have a dinner tour to Abisko. We pick you up from your hotel in Kiruna and than we have 1,5 hour to drive to Abisko There we got a 3-course dinner. After the dinner we will go out and looking for the northern light before we go back to Kiruna again.
Welcome with your booking.
Written 9 December 2019
Hej Vera
You can do your booking at our web for Scandinavianphotoadventures or via e-mail.
Written 21 June 2018
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