Enjoy a 3-night break at Brandon Lodge for an exciting Swedish Lapland Escape in a beautiful remote part of Lulea. Nestled in the woods, but also close to the sea, it's a great spot for winter activities and hunting for the Northern Lights.
This is no ordinary sea – in the winter months, the Bay of Bothnia freezes creating an incredible frozen wonderland to discover by snowmobile, husky, or even by hovercraft. It also makes it the perfect location for trying to hunt for the Northern Lights.
Location
Sweden
Duration
3 Nights
Available dates
Dec - Mar
Price per person (excl. flights)
from £2,000
Overview
Highlights
- 3 nights based in a prime location for aurora spotting
- Experience a brilliant Aurora Hideaway Dinner
- Experience some of the best winter activities
What’s included
- 3 nights accommodation at Brandon Lodge
- Full Board
- Aurora Hideaway Dinner
- Aurora Observatory
- Snowmobiling Excursions
- Husky Sledding
- Arctic outer winter clothing for the duration of your stay
- Return transfer from Lulea Airport
A note on flights
While flights are not included in the holiday price, our team will happily provide a quote and arrange them for you. Simply ask one of our Travel Experts for details of the available options.
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive ar Brandon Lodge
Experience a seamless transition from Lulea Airport by private taxi transfer to your accommodation for the next four nights, Brandon Lodge.
After you’ve settled into your warm private lodge, take some time to unwind in the evening. Enjoy a private soak in the hot tub and add on a sauna session, setting the stage for a relaxed dinner. Following your meal, venture outside and try your luck at spotting the Northern Lights over the bay, as night sets in, the peace and quiet arrives at Brandon Lodge and just a short walk from your accommodation there is always a log fire on in the teepee and a warm drink in the reception area at the main building. With dark skies and fabulous views over the bay there is always the possibility of seeing the Northern Lights.
Day 2
Dog Sledding
Today, prepare for an exhilarating adventure as you embark on a dog sledding expedition. You’ll join a skilled team of mushers, learn the art of mushing, and take the reins of your own sled. Together with your loyal canine companions, you’ll traverse the enchanting frozen landscapes, meandering through the snow-capped forests and across serene frozen lakes. A midday break will provide the perfect opportunity to savor a satisfying lunch before tending to the well-being of the huskies.
As nightfall graces the Arctic, you’re in for an astronomical treat. Join Ulf Jonsson, a passionate amateur astronomer who owns an observatory conveniently located near Brandon Lodge. Under his expert guidance, peer through the telescope’s lens and explore the mysteries of the night skies. What wonders await your gaze? With luck on your side, you may be treated to the breathtaking spectacle of the Northern Lights, painting the heavens with vibrant hues, alongside a backdrop of captivating constellations. An evening of celestial discovery awaits you.
Day 3
Snowmobiling Adventure
Get ready for an action-packed day that promises exhilarating experiences from dawn till dusk. Your adventure begins with a thrilling choice: snowmobiling through the enchanting snowy forests or racing across the icy expanses of the frozen archipelago.
The path you tread will be determined by the month of your travel, each offering its own unique spectacle. If you’re visiting during the winter months, the snowy forests will be your playground, where you’ll rev up your snowmobile and conquer the winding trails beneath the snow-laden trees. Alternatively, if your journey falls during the frosty embrace of the archipelago season, you’ll find yourself gliding across the frozen sea, surrounded by a vast expanse of glistening ice and snow-covered islands. No matter the choice, this thrilling adventure will leave your heart pounding and your spirits soaring.
As the day turns to night, prepare for an extraordinary dining experience like no other. You’ll be whisked away onto the frozen expanse of a tranquil ice-covered lake for an Aurora Hideaway Dinner. Imagine a table set amidst the Arctic wilderness, the starry night sky above, and the Northern Lights dancing overhead. It’s a culinary escapade that transcends the ordinary, offering a dining experience that is both unique and unforgettable. Savour delectable dishes in the midst of this enchanting natural spectacle, creating memories that will linger long after you’ve returned home. Tonight, you dine under the stars and the shimmering auroras, making it an evening to cherish forever.
Day 4
Returning Home
Today you check out and head home – leaving this beautiful part of Swedish Lapland behind you. However, if you want to extend your stay and explore more places then be sure to speak to our Aurora specialists who will be more than happy to give you some guidance on where else you can discover this part of the world.
Where You'll Stay
Brandon Lodge Lulea Archipelago
This beautifully situated lodge rests at the edge of the Lulea Archipelago with easy access to explore the expanse by boat or snowmobile depending on the season.
Each of the 15 cabins at Brändön Lodge has two bedrooms with 2 single beds in each room. In one room the two single beds can be joined into a double bed on request. The cabin has a bathroom and small kitchen if required. The front of the cabin includes a balcony and all cabins have a view over the sea.
In the main Lodge building is a relaxation lounge, bar and restaurant.
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Reviews
See what our clients say
Thoroughly enjoyed the trip. The Abisko Mountain Lodge was fantastic, every member of staff was friendly welcoming and charming. Accommodation, upgraded room was excellent. The food in the lodge definitely deserves the high reviews. Good breakfast, great hime made lunch soups and extremely tasty evening dinners.
The included trips were great. The only let down was the camera night, couldn’t see the lights no one fault, but we were walked through thigh high snow to be left on a frozen lake for the duration of the trip. There was no warning of the difficult walk and we had a 91 year old with us and I have hip problems! That said the guide was great, as were the ones on the skimobile and husky rides. We went up to the sky station in a snow storm with high winds, added to the experience!
Would go back in a heart beat.
We had little communication with Weekend a la carte, no need as all communications were clear and contained all the information we needed. Very informative emails
Would use again if going back
June Day
Dear Abigail, We have safely returned from Iceland and we wanted to say a huge and sincere thank you for all the plans that you put into place to make this one of the most memorable holidays we have ever had. It was simply beautiful each and every day. The cabin was idyllic and so cosy and warm. The tour guides were so knowledgeable and friendly and the scenery was breathtaking. All the arrangements worked so well and we will remember the trip for a long time to come.
Thank you once again.
Gillian Griffiths
Superb holiday to Iceland, well organised, advice regarding trips informative and far exceeded our expectations (Glaciers and ice Cave) run by South Coast. Hotel Ranga is a lovely hotel, perfect to see Northern Lights (which we did see on our 3rd night), very comfortable, food excellent, staff helpful and informative. SouthCoast Adventure tour company were excellent, guides knowledgeable, and clearly very experienced.
Helen Middleton
Brilliant short break. Hotel Ranga was lovely, excellent food. Managed to see the Northern Lights as well! Iceland on the whole was quite expensive but a lovely place to visit, the people were very friendly.
Linda Palmer
A fantastic short break which fulfilled all expectations. Well organised with a polished delivery, we could not have asked for more. The accommodation was perfect for us and the guides knowledgeable and helpful. Every day was packed with adventure, each lasting longer than scheduled but we were never rushed; the guides took pride in showing and explaining their beautiful country. We would certainly use Weekend a la carte again and recommend them to others.
Carol Mumford
A well organised trip which was tailored to our specific requests. The arrangements all ran perfectly and any queries prior to the holiday were handled very quickly and professionally. The standard of accommodation and organised tours was very high. I would use this company again and recommend them.
Iain Baxter
We had a wonderful time! The food at the lodge was amazing and there were some great vegetarian dishes. I had the best beetroot I’ve ever had (beetroot tartare).
Everyone was really friendly and all the guides were good fun and very knowledgeable.
A special thanks to William and Petri who were really friendly and really added a personal touch to our trip. The activities were really well planned and we especially enjoyed the trip with the huskies. The area we were in is stunning and the lodge was very nice. We would definitely recommend this to friends and family.
Fiona Green
We have never before experienced such friendly and simultaneously professional service! Alex’s communication was super prompt, questions encouraged and welcomed and attended to with great care and detail. Everything was well organised and available on beautifully designed and very useful platforms. Our destination (Mattarahkka Northern Lights Lodge) was fabulous on so many different levels – exquisite views, friendly interactions from everyone on the team, great food, exciting activities, perfectly situated to see the northern lights (seen twice in 4 nights’ stay), a great fire place, and not to mention our fantastic guide Fabio. Their provision of winter kit (hats, down jacket, snow trousers, leather gloves and boots) offered everything we needed to be comfortable outside. All we needed to have packed really were base layers, a few layers of clothing and woollen socks. Defintely somewhere we would highly recommend and return to when possible!
Inge Elliott