Explore Abisko and Kiruna – Northern Lights, Wildlife & Arctic Adventures with Peter Rosén
Discover Swedish Lapland on an unforgettable 5-day northern lights photography tour based in Abisko and Kiruna — ranked by Lonely Planet as the best place on Earth to see the aurora borealis. This all-inclusive experience is suitable for photographers of all levels.
Tour Highlights
- Guided by award-winning aurora photographer Peter Rosén
- Hands-on coaching in aurora, astro, moose, and landscape photography
- Dog sledding along the frozen Torne River
- Visit to the world-famous ICEHOTEL
- Excursion to the Norwegian fjords (if weather permit)
- Comfortable lodging at STF Abisko Tourist Station with top-notch meals
- Full access to AWD minibus, snowmobiles (sled transport), and photo equipment incl. tripods
Learn From a Professional Photographer
Peter Rosén has photographed the aurora since 1999 and has over 30 years of professional experience. He offers personal instruction on how to capture the magical northern lights, Arctic landscapes, starry skies, and local wildlife. You’ll also learn how to compose images that reflect the rich culture, science, and nature of Lapland.
The dramatic scenery around Lake Torneträsk, Abisko National Park, and the surrounding mountains provides endless inspiration.
Trusted & Proven Aurora Success
Since 2012, 100% of our multi-day guests (over 90 groups) have seen and photographed the aurora borealis during their stay. Our dedication to quality and flexibility has made us Sweden’s highest-rated aurora tour company and the proud recipient of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award. Read guest reviews on TripAdvisor.
Peter Rosén’s Aurora Photobooks
Peter is also the author of three acclaimed photo books showcasing the unique light and beauty of Lapland:
See more of Peter’s photos through his image agency: Lappland Media.
Nature, Culture & Storytelling Through Photography
Swedish Lapland is a land of contrasts — towering mountains, Arctic wildlife, frozen forests, and the indigenous Sámi culture. Peter brings his background as a biologist and associate professor in environmental science into every tour, offering rich stories about the history, science, and ecosystems of the Arctic.
Learn about the science of the aurora borealis, the specialized flora and fauna that thrive in subarctic conditions, and the centuries-old traditions of the Sámi people. Every photo you capture becomes a story of Lapland’s light, nature, and culture.
Why Choose Us?
- Over 20 years of guiding experience in Abisko and Kiruna
- 100% aurora success rate on all multi-day tours since 2012
- Small groups for a personalized and flexible experience
- Top-rated on TripAdvisor and recipient of the Certificate of Excellence
- Access to professional Canon cameras, lenses (14–500mm), and Manfrotto tripods — free of charge
We’ve been running photography tours and workshops in Abisko and Swedish Lapland since 2001. Our mission is to make your once-in-a-lifetime aurora photo tour dream come true.
Why should you choose us for your next Aurora photo tour?
This means that all previous guests participating on our tours ever since we started in 2012 have seen and captured the Aurora borealis in beautiful environments. We are truly dedicated to ensuring our guest’s satisfaction and proud to say that we are the winner of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award and your guide Peter Rosén has only got 5 star reviews.
Your guide Peter Rosén has lived in Abisko and Kiruna for 25 year which means that he has good local knowledge about being up in the mountains, important not only for safety reasons but also important for good images and stories about living in the Arctic. We welcome you to our own back garden.
We have been running photo tours and photo courses in Abisko and Swedish Lapland since 2001 and about 10 years longer than any other company in the region. Our idea is that you have come to Swedish Lapland for a once in a life time experience and we will do all we can to fulfil your dream to see and photograph the Aurora and the Arctic landscape in a nice way.
Get inspired and look at Peter Rosén’s images here: Lappland Media
Itinerary for your tour
- 12:00 – 13:30
- Peter Rosén will meet you at the airport, train station or your hotel in Kiruna. We will take a transfer with any photo stops along the way to Abisko. Check-in at STF Abisko Hotel.
- 16:30 – 17:30
- Peter gives an introduction to northern lights and night photography and acquaints you with the cameras. Canon cameras, lenses from 14-500mm and tripods are available for borrowing.
- 17:30
- 3 course dinner at your hotel.
- 19:30 – 00:00
- We go to a nice photo spot for northern lights and astro photography. We have access to a snowmobile and AWD minibus throughout the tour and choose the place that feels most suitable for the evening. We go through the skills and settings for northern lights, night and astrophotography and help arrange nice pictures for you. If the northern lights dance for us then we are out late and will return to the hotel around midnight.
- 09:00 – 12:30
- Snow mobile sleigh ride into the Abisko valley. We will try to find nice landscapes and hopefully see some moose and ptarmigan along the way.
- 14:00 – 15:30
- We will take a walk in the Abisko National park and visit a beautiful canyon and an ice fall.
- 16:30 – 17:30
- Peter is available at the hotel to comment on your photos and we learn from any mistakes before the evening’s photography.
- 17:30
- 3 course dinner at your hotel together with the other participants and your photo guide.
- 19:30 – 00:00
- Depending on the weather, we have two options for this evening. Either we take a minibus ride to a beautiful photo spot or we will explore new nice photo spots for the northern lights in Abisko National Park with our snowmobile (you will sit on a sleigh). We may go to the Norwegian fjords in the evening if the conditions are best there. By being flexible we increase the chances of succeeding to see good northern lights. The northern lights, night and the astrophoto course continue step by step and we take many new pictures. Back to your hotel in Abisko.
- 08:00 – 14:00
- Today we will drive to Jukkasjärvi for a full day dog sledding tour along the Torne River. We will have lunch outdoors in a traditional Sami tipi tent. We arrange images for you with the cute dogs.
- 14:00 – 16:00
- Visit to the world famous ICEHOTEL. We will be allowed to visit all the beutiful art suites that really inspires for photographing.
- 17:30 – 00:00
- 2 course gourmet dinner at Camp Ripan in Kiruna. On the way back to your hotel in Abisko we will search for the northern lights and stop at nice locations if we are successful. The northern lights, night and the astrophotography course continue step by step and we arrange the new pictures. Return back to your hotel in Abisko.
- 09:30 – 16:00
- After breakfast we pack our photo bags and head west. We drive along a very beautiful road where we are just at the tree line with high mountains around us. After the national border of Norway we drive down to Narvik and visit a fish restaurant for lunch (they also have non fish dishes). After lunch we visit one of Norway’s most spectacular fjords that really inspires landscape photography.
- 17:30
- 3 course dinner at your hotel together with the other participants and your photo guide.
- 19:30 – 00:00
- Either we take a minibus ride to a beautiful photo spot or we will explore new nice photo spots in Abisko National Park with our snow mobile (you will sit on a sleigh). Maybe we go to the Norwegian fjords. By being flexible we increase the chances of succeeding to see good northern lights. The northern lights, night and the astrophotography course continue step by step and we process our new pictures. Afterwards we head back to your hotel in Abisko.
- 09:30 – 10:00
- After a relaxed breakfast, it is time to check out from your hotel. Ideally we see that your flight does not take off until the earliest at lunch so that we can take a slow ride towards Kiruna and if something nice turns up along the way we can stop for photography. If you choose an early flight, we can arrange a transfer at an extra cost. If you wish you can choose to stay an extra night in Abisko or Kiruna. In this case, we will help you book your accommodation and activities. Or you may want to make a stop and explore Stockholm or why not stop over at one of our many wonderful European destinations on your way home.
Included Photography Equipment
We provide professional photography equipment to ensure you get the best possible images during your tour. As a proud partner of Manfrotto, we offer both amateur and professional-grade gear — all at no extra cost.
- Canon SLR cameras for low-light photography
- Wide to telephoto lenses ranging from 14mm to 500mm
- Sturdy Manfrotto tripods for stable night shots
Extend Your Adventure in Lapland
Want to stay longer? You can easily extend your northern lights holiday in either Abisko or Kiruna. Add 1–2 extra nights including full board, transfers, and Arctic activities.
Customize your extended stay with options like:
- Snowmobile tours into the Arctic wilderness
- Dog sledding across frozen lakes and trails
- Explore the Sámi culture and traditional way of life
- Or tell us your preferences — we’re happy to help make it happen!
The northern lights photo tour in Abisko includes
Tour conditions
18 Years Old +
Min age 18 yrs (we do always want to talk to you if younger people would like to join the tour). All activities are moderate. The chance to see and photograph the Aurora Borealis is large but as this a natural phenomenon we can never leave any guarantee. The itinerary may change due to unforeseen conditions.7 Member Groups
Small group of max 7 guests to enable us to be very flexible and spend as much one on one time with your guide as possible as possible.
NOT INCLUDED
- Travel insurance, international and domestic fare, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
BOOKING TERMS
Gallery from previous photo tours in Abisko & Kiruna
