Vindel Mountains Expedition

Photos from top: 1,2:Malin Johannson; 3:Sture Markström

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The Arctic Fox

The Arctic Fox is critically endangered, but Vindelfjällen is one of its most important ranges. In summer 2005 just 25 litters were born in Sweden, though conservation projects in the area are working to rebuild the population.

Find out how Nature Travels supports Arctic Fox conservation.

Horse riding for all levels in Europe's largest nature reserve

Icelandic horse riding holidays in Sweden: Vindelfjällen

With the help of Icelandic horses, travel over 100km through the pristine mountain wilderness of Lapland on a six day expedition. Stay in traditional wooden wigwam accommodation with open fires and the opportunity to fish for char and salmon trout.

Photo: Malin Johannson

Horse riding in this area gives you an excellent opportunity to come close to nature, with good chances of seeing both reindeer and elk. Notable birds include the golden eagle and sea eagle.

Vindelfjällen is one of largest protected areas in Europe. It contains almost all landscape types found in the Swedish mountains, from primeval forests with spruces and pines, to the moors, marshes and the bare alpine mountain regions. The area has a number of lakes loved by a wide variety of birds. The main river in the reserve is Vindelälven, with many rapids and waterfalls.

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