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Welcome to Kiruna, nestled in the heart of Swedish Lapland, where the magic of the Northern Lights awaits. Prepare to be captivated by the raw beauty of the Arctic wilderness and the celestial spectacle that dances across the night sky.

The aurora borealis is visible in Kiruna from late September to early April, with peak viewing in February and March, when the nights are longer, and the sky is often clear.

Credit: Oliver S.
Credit: Oliver S.
Credit: Oliver S.
Credit: Oliver S.
Credit: Koen Swiers
Credit: Susanne Jutzeler, suju-foto

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Northern Light hunt with minibus to Abisko 7:30 pm

4.5 (98)

3 - 4 hours From £131.78

We go with minibus out into the polar night, all the way to the world-famous Abisko National Park and we makes stops during the way on the best places to see the northern light. Hopefully we will find aurora borealis in the dark night sky on our way there. We will help you to capture pictures of the magical nature phenomen. The minibus is always heated and we serve coffee, tea or warm lingonberry juice and sweet snacks on the tour. We can not guarantee that the northern light is visible because its a weather phenomenon beyond or control. But we can guarantee that we will do our best for you to have a wonderful experience anyway The northern lights use to be visible from September-middle of April
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Arctic Adventure with Reindeer and Northern Lights Hunt 18:30 pm

4.6 (16)

5 hours From £139.58

Unforgettable adventure where you’ll get the chance to feed reindeers in the heart of the Arctic and hunt for the stunning Northern Lights! This is a rare and meaningful experience. Normally, the reindeer roam freely in the tundra during winter, surviving on what nature provides. But after a dry summer, a rainy autumn, and a long winter ahead, the conditions have become tough. That’s why we’ve decided to step in and provide extra food to help them through the cold months. Your journey starts with a scenic minibus ride from Kiruna, where we’ll head towards Övre-Soppero - a beautiful Sámi village nestled in the Arctic wilderness. Thanks to the polar night, this tour is a combo experience – Aurora, Sámi culture & reindeers. When we reach Övre-Soppero, you’ll be able to interact and feed the reindeers, learning about their way of life and the challenges they face in the harsh winter. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance to help the reindeer while soaking in the stunning beauty of the Arctic.
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Sunrise Zen Husky Tour (10:00 to 13:00 - sitting on the sled)

5.0 (92)

3 hours From £179.35

If you are interested in dogs, you will love being here at Snowdog. We have an amazing bunch of super friendly canines. Oh, of course, we have a big bunch of superhero puppies you may wish to meet? We will tell you about Lapland, dog sledding and of course the resident Hero's - our dogs.
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Kiruna Northern Lights Tour with Photographer

5.0 (409)

4 - 6 hours From £149.43

After we pick you up from your hotel in Kiruna, we will start to chase the northern lights that depends on each night according to the weather conditions. We can drive to Abisko, Kiruna’s boreal forest or wherever we can find clear sky to see Aurora Borealis. Lights of Vikings have a really high success rate in finding clear sky which is one of the most important criteria to see the Northern Lights. Our concept is famous for driving long distances if necessary! Wherever we go during the tour, we will tell you many stories about the northern lights and Vikings. After finding clear sky, we’ll admire the northern lights and we will take pictures which we’ll send to you within 3 days after the tour. If you bring your own camera, we will help you set it up to get the best shots. As the northern lights dance in the sky we will serve hot drinks and make a camp fire for you to keep warm. After the northern lights tour, we will drive you back to Kiruna.
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Sit Down Husky Ride Dog Sled Tour in Kiruna

5.0 (187)

2 hours 30 minutes From £124.38

We specialise in small groups and personal experiences with quality at the heart of everything we do. Our huskies are extremely friendly and good with children or nervous guests. Our equipment is of premium quality and you won't find our cake in the shops! But most of all, our dogs are the stars of this experience and by the end of the tour, we're sure you'll love them as much as we do.
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Day tour with snowmobile in Kiruna 10:30 am

4.9 (44)

3 hours 30 minutes From £139.58

Come and enjoy a day out in nature. Snowmobiling through the beautiful nature of Swedish Lapland. You will be able to enjoy the variety of our stunning landscape in the area, and perhaps we are lucky and see wildlife also. Such as moose, reindeer, fox etc. Our guides are knowledgeable nature lovers with a passion for outdoor adventures. We will do our best to give you a unforgettable day on the snowmobile by giving you a a genuine experience with new snowmobiles and high quality gear.

19%

Currently there is a 19% chance of seeing the aurora overhead in the Kiruna area.

Kp 3.67

The Kp-index is a scale used to measure geomagnetic activity. It ranges from 0 to 9, with higher values indicating greater geomagnetic activity.

0-2 (Very low) Far north, quite dim, and not very active.
3-5 (Moderate) Can be seen further south, with increased brightness and activity. Chance of good viewing conditions nearer the pole.
6-7 (High) Visible in many northern regions, with vibrant displays.
8-9 (Extreme) Widespread visibility, often seen in areas much further south than usual, with intense and colorful displays.

Bz -6 nT

Bz refers to the north-south orientation of the magnetic field embedded in the solar wind. It is measured in nanoteslas (nT).

When Bz is negative (southward), it allows solar wind particles to penetrate the Earth’s magnetic field more easily. A strong negative Bz is often associated with increased chances of seeing the Northern Lights.

Conversely, when Bz is positive (northward), the Earth’s magnetic field tends to block the solar wind, resulting in reduced auroral activity.

Density 0.45 p/cm³

Solar wind density refers to the number of charged particles in a given volume of the solar wind, typically measured in particles per cubic centimeter (p/cm³).

A typical solar wind density is around 2.76 p/cm³.

The density of the solar wind affects how many particles reach the Earth’s magnetosphere. A higher density means more particles are available to interact with the Earth’s magnetic field. When these charged particles collide with the gases in the Earth’s atmosphere, they produce the stunning light displays known as auroras.

Speed 565.4 km/s

The speed of the solar wind also plays a significant role. A typical solar wind speed is about 375 km/s. When both speed and density are high, the energy transferred to the Earth’s magnetosphere increases, enhancing the chances of seeing vibrant auroras.