Autumn Wind in the Lapland Mountains
Photos from top: 1:Patrik Jigsved, 2-3:B.Ericson
The village of Ammarnäs is located in a mountainous region of Swedish Lapland roughly 100 km south of the Arctic Circle, in the heart of the Vindelfjällen nature reserve on the Vindelälven river.
The predominant forest type in the area is birch forest, but there is also some coniferous forest. It is an attractive mountain village with a mixture of new settlers and Sámi culture.
Duration: 8 days
Dates/Period: 10.08.08-17.08.08, 24.08.08-31.08.08, 07.09-14.09.08, 14.09.08-21.09.08, 21.09.08-28.09.08
Price: from £686/person
Accommodation: Mountain cottage plus choice of hostel, hotel or cabin accommodation.
Required: It is not necessary to be an experienced rider for this tour, but participants should feel that they would be willing to gallop. In saddle up to 7 hrs/day. Children 12 or over. Max 95kg. Good general health.
Autumn is a beautiful time of year to visit the mountains of Lapland. Though the autumn wind carries the scent of the coming winter, now is the time to make the most of the long daylight hours and mild temperatures.
On this tour, you will have the chance to experience the many faces of Lapland at this time of year, exploring the mountains on horseback, discovering the unique handicraft traditions of the area, searching the forests for blueberries and mushrooms and getting to know the natural riches of the Vindelfjällen area.
The Vindelfjällen Nature Reserve is the largest protected area in Europe, home to a wide range of flora and fauna from golden eagles to artic foxes. It is an ideal landscape for discovering on horseback - it is a land of great distances, wide skies, and breathtaking views to soothe the soul and lift the spirits.
Photo: Margareta Ivarsson
The Icelandic horses you will be using are ideally-suited to riding in this area - dependable, sure-footed and fun to ride. There are also two gaits unique to the Icelandic horse - the tölt and the pace.
Lapland is a stunning area to visit at any time of year, and each season has its own special attraction. This experience takes you into the heart of the area and its people for a unique insight into life in this remote northern region.
Read our blog post about the Vindel Mountains.