Your first Polar Expedition in the Arctic
Polar Exped makes expeditions accessible to those who want to experience the beauty of Arctic on the Kungsleden Trail (Lapland Sweden) or Hardangervidda (Norway). We want to give you a 5-star experience by taking care of everything so you can focus on the expedition itself. The perfect place for your first Polar Expedition in the Arctic environment! We organise winter hut to hut tours and camping tours.
Discover Europe's last wilderness
A Polar Expedition doesn't have to be to the North or South Pole. There are places much closer to home and less extreme. Northern Sweden is an amazing place that offers beautiful landscapes and is more accessible. It's a place where you can look and not see anything or anyone around you - that's why they call it Europe's last wilderness.
Our Swedish expeditions take place within the Arctic Circle, on the northern section of the Kings Trail (Kungsleden in Swedish). The whole trail continues for 440km, but we use the best part of it and it's around 90km. We're not climbing mountains, we're going through the valleys.
High quality gearKungsleden, Swedish Lapland
Kungsleden - that's the name of the trail in Swedish Lapland on which the expeditions take place. The landscape is very beautiful but we should not forget that the weather can change in a matter of minutes. It can completely shift from a sunny day to a total whiteout. If you don't know where you are and how to behave, you can get yourself into trouble. Luckily you won't be alone and we come well prepared.
We use high quality Nordic back country skis to transport ourselves over the snow. It's like walking with a slight glide and it's very easy to learn. Just putting one foot in front of the other in an environment allows your mind to go blank at times and this creates a meditative experience.
The Northern Lights
Aurora Borealis
Do you want to experience the magical phenomenon of Aurora Borealis? You're in luck! Abisko, Sweden is the northern lights capital of the world. That is where we will start our expedition. You're likely to see the northern lights on the whole length of the trail. This photo was taken near the end of the trail and the sky was fully lit.
5 star service
Polar Exped is all about providing exceptional service. Here you can read what others had to say These are just a few excerpts from their experiences.
You can read the full reviews on Google.
Mark Stamps
Rob's extensive Polar experience was evident throughout and provided a strong sense of confidence and security for the entire team. Rob demonstrated an exceptional ability to work with different personalities, clearly set and convey expectations, assess individual skill levels, and adapt to a wide range of outdoor experience. It was a pleasure to be part of the Polar Exped team, and I would highly recommend the organization to anyone seeking a professionally led and memorable experience in the mountains of northern Sweden.
Pieter Braakenburg
After the Kungsleden Hut Tour in March 2026, I can say Polar Exped lived up to my expectations and even exceeded it. Robert from Polar Exped really has a lot of experience on the Kungsleden, and helped out with many practical tips which made the experience all the better. Having quality equipment made all the difference. All in all a great week and an experience of a lifetime. I can highly recommend Polar Exped
Simon Rogers
I found Polar Exped did this trip at a better price compared to others. The Kungsleden exped was equally well managed with all transfers and hut bookings well managed. The leadership and pace were tailored to match the experience and fitness levels of the group. All in all, a great trip and well worth doing at least once in your life! Thanks Rob!
Pascal Mugnier
Rob went above and beyond to share detailed information about gear selection, route planning, and what to realistically expect during the journey. His knowledge of the terrain and conditions in Swedish polar regions is clearly built on real experience. He provided practical advice that only someone with deep field experience could offer, and it made a significant difference in my preparation.
Karolina Tylicka
I went to Sweden with Polar Exped in March 2024, having no prior experience with skiing or being in an Arctic climate. Robert always took care of my well-being and motivated me during the tough moments, which made me feel safe at all times. This expedition opened up new horizons for me, helped me believe in my abilities, and sparked a deep fascination with Arctic remote places that I now plan to continue exploring.
Upcoming Ski Touring Expeditions 2027
With Polar Exped, you can choose from two types of Nordic ski touring expeditions in Sweden. Both use the same route and have the same duration. The main difference is accommodation - either huts or tents. Both are unique experiences with their own benefits. The hut tour is more accessible as it requires less gear and is therefore easier to do.
Kungsleden Hut Tour
- Sleep in a warm hut
- Kitchen with a gas stove, sauna
- Transfers included
- Skis & ski boots included
- Backpack 10-15 kg
- No experience required
Kungsleden Camping Expedition
- Sleep in a warm sleeping bag
- Expedition stove & fuel to boil water
- Skis & ski boots included
- Develop your Polar Expedition skills
- Pulka (sled) 30-45 kg
- Some camping experience required
Finse Mini Expedition Experience
- Only 4 days mini experience
- Easiest way to try Polar Expeditions
- Full experience without long distances
- Skis & ski boots included
- All expedition gear provided
- Best price in the Polar World
Friends & Partners
We want to offer you the best possible experience on our expeditions. Because we value high quality equipment, clothing and customer service, we use and collaborate with some of the leading brands and manufacturers.
Our expeditions are also covered by the STO Garant's guarantee scheme, which is recognized by the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM). You can find more information about the guarantee.
Polar Exped is a member of the Association of Small-Scale Travel Organisations (VvKR). VvKR represents the interests of small, often specialist travel companies. Through VvKR, we join forces and share our expertise to achieve the highest possible level of security and satisfaction for both travel organisers and consumers.
