A 3-night break at Brandon Lodge in a stunning and remote part of Lulea. Nestled in the woods, but also close to the sea, it's a great spot for activities and northern lights.
This is no ordinary sea – in the winter months, it 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 spot the aurora!
Location
Sweden
Duration
3 Nights
Available dates
Dec - Mar
Price per person (excl. flights)
from £1,400
Overview
Highlights
- 3 nights based in a prime location for aurora spotting
- Experience the 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
- 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
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 in, take some time to unwind in the evening. Enjoy a private soak and sauna session, setting the stage for a relaxed dinner. Following your meal, venture outside and try your luck at spotting the mesmerising aurora borealis.
Day 2
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 pristine forests and across serene 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
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 elusive 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
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
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
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
Thank you for arranging a fabulous holiday, we had a really enjoyable time and would love to return in the future. Hotel Ranga is a lovely place to stay and the owner greeted guests in the restaurant, which was an unexpected welcoming touch. We didn’t see the Northern Lights due to the weather and the trip to the Eyjafjallajokull glacier and volcano was substituted by an excursion to Thorsmork, also due to the weather, which we thoroughly enjoyed; the brochure description doesn’t do it justice. We found Iceland and the people there really charismatic. Although the wind and snow cut short the amount of travelling we could do, we still covered a reasonable amount of what we wanted to see and our appetites are whetted for a return, perhaps in Spring or Summer. We found a couple of great places to eat near the Hotel in Reykjavik. Messin does tasty fish dishes and the Icelandic Street Food restaurant was excellent, offering simple but hearty soups with refills included in the price – great value.
Nigel Goadsby
1. Gourmet Cabins was excellent and Johan was a friendly and knowledgeable host. The food, cabins, hot tub and sauna were brilliant.
2. Dog sledge was a fantastic experience and we were given the opportunity to drive our own sledge
3. Snow Mobile – really got off the beaten track and into the spectacular mountains
4. Saw the Northern Lights twice in two days. There is no description that can really do them justice
Nigel Longton
Cannot thank this company enough. Our break to Iceland was the second time we’ve let them organise everything for us and once again they didn’t disappoint. Everything ran seamlessly and the organised tours were wonderful. This company knows what they are doing. If you want to experience the geysers, the volcano, the northern lights and all the other exciting things that Iceland has to offer then this is the company to use.
Carol Wrack
We had five fantastic days in beautiful Iceland, as we had never been before Aurora Nights helped with everything and made the holiday so easy and stress free. We stayed at Hotel Ranga which was amazing, we very much enjoyed the tours and the guides were brilliant, very knowledgable and friendly. We will certainly be returning to Iceland and wouldn’t hesitate to book through Aurora Nights again, special thanks to Abigail as her experience and reccommendations made the trip even better.
Lauren Mitten
My daughter and I had an amazing time on our trip, we didn’t want it to end! Everything went according to plan, each excursion was well organized and everyone involved with each activity, as well as everyone at the lodge was kind, friendly, positive and happy, which makes such a difference to your whole experience. The food at The Abisko Mountain Lodge was also incredibly good. Our room was large, comfortable and well-furnished. The bathroom too was also spacious and well-equipped. The outdoor clothing provided was of very good quality which kept us warm, and the staff members are happy to change items if they are not quite the right size for you. This is my second trip with Weekend a la carte and I’m sure there will be more as I have complete trust in them. I highly recommend Aurora Nights, it was fabulous.
Jane Ashworth
We had a fantastic 4 nights that included glaciers, waterfalls, geysers, the aurora borealis and more! Lovely hotels, especially Hotel Ranga. We filled every moment and felt thoroughly invigorated on our return.
Frances Harrington