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April is a month of contrasts in Sweden. In the lowlands, the snows are beginning to melt and there are signs of spring, but there is still plenty of snow for dog sledding and skiing. The warmer temperatures make it possible to combine snowsports with winter camping - a real wilderness experience!

In the south of the country, "tussilago", the first of the spring flowers, are visible in the clear patches between the snow. There is still a chill in the air and the lakes may still be frozen, but the promise of new life everywhere shows that spring is just around the corner.

Scheduled Experiences in April

Dance of the Black Grouse, Call of the Diver

Enjoy the fascinating mating display of the Black Grouse in the spring forests of Bergslagen

Dates/Period: 16.04-19.04.08 (20.04.08 with Divers add-on); 23.04-26.04.08 (27.04.08 with Divers add-on).

4 days (5 days with Divers add-on) from £425 per adult full board.

Dogsled Adventure in Jämtland

Lead your own dogsled team on a voyage of discovery into the white wilderness

Dates/Period: 15.12-21.12.07, 16.02–22.02.08, 15.03–21.03.08, 22.03–28.03.08, 29.03–04.04.08, 05.04–11.04.08

Groups of min.3 can book this experience on other dates by arrangement.

7 days from £878 per person.

Go Camping by Dogsled

A unique camping experience in the deep snow of the Swedish mountains - in the company of your own dog team!

Dates/Period: 12.04-18.04.08

Groups of min.3 can book this experience on other dates by arrangement.

7 days from £840 per person.

Göta Canal Multi-activity Break

Explore the many possibilities of the Göta Canal from your base at the "House of Nature"

Dates/Period: All-year round.

1 or more days from £79/adult full board.

Ice-fishing and Dog Sledding in Jamtland

Ice-fishing and Dog Sledding in Jämtland

Drive your own Alaskan Husky dogsled team and fish in the frozen lake waters of the Swedish mountains

Dates/Period: 26.04-02.05.08

Groups of min.3 can book this experience on other dates by arrangement.

7 days from £840/person

Kayaking with Seals and Koster Island Cycling

Visit a seal colony by sea kayak and discover island life on two wheels!

Any 4 days between 01.04.08 and 15.06.08 or between 20.08.08 and 30.11.08.

4 days from £326/person.

Log Cabin Escape in Värmland

A lakeside log cabin escape with a host of activities on the doorstep

Dates/Period: All year.

8 days from £469/cabin/week.

Premium Dog Sledding Expedition

Eat and sleep well on this premium dog sledding tour on both sides of the Swedish/Norwegian border

Dates/Period: 19.04- 25.04.08

Groups of min.3 can book this experience on other dates by arrangement.

7 days from £1145 per person.

Photo: Anders Dahlin Naturfoto

Ski Touring in the Mountains of Western Sweden

Glittering snowfields and springtime warmth entice you out for a cross-country mountain wilderness tour

Dates/Period: 30.03 - 05.04.08.

7 days from £378 per person.

Photo: Anders Dahlin Naturfoto

Single in the Winter Mountains

Enjoy the Swedish mountains in the company of others on this special skiing and activity week for singles or those travelling alone

Dates/Period: 30.03 - 06.04.08

8 days from £451 per person.

Photo: Anders Dahlin Naturfoto

Spa and Ski in the Winter Mountains

Go cross-country skiing through the peaceful mountain forests of Dalarna then relax with a soothing spa!

Dates/Period: 02.02 - 09.02.08, 13.04 - 20.04.08.

8 days from £388 per person.

Photo: Anders Dahlin Naturfoto

Spring Winter in the Mountains of Western Sweden

A flexible experience in the winter mountains leaving you free to explore the wilderness at your own pace

Dates/Period: 13.04 - 20.04.08.

8 days from £134 per person.

Photo: Helena Ifrig

The Glory of Winter: Horse Riding and Cross Country Skiing

Discover the beauty and majesty of northern Sweden in the depths of winter on horseback and cross-country skis

Dates/Period: 02.02-06.02.08, 09.03-13.03.08, 23.03-27.03.08, 30.03-03.04.08, 06.04-10.04.08

5 days from £363 per adult.

Western Sweden Cycle Explorer

With a working farm as your base, take self-guided cycling excursions to discover an area rich in natural and cultural heritage

Dates/Period: Best cycling conditions end March to end October, though this experience can be booked year-round.

1 or more days from £76/adult half board.

Winter at the Northern Comfort Lodge

A winter log cabin holiday in the deep snows of Jämtland

Dates/Period: All year (winter season December-April).

8 days from £492/cabin.

Photo: Anders Dahlin Naturfoto

Winter Family Week in the Mountains

A family-friendly winter experience - whatever their age, take your children on a snowy voyage of discovery!

Dates/Period: 09.02 - 16.02.08, 06.04 - 13.04.08.

8 days from £676 per family.

Photo: Anders Dahlin Naturfoto

Winter Weeks in the Mountains

Spend a week in the white winter wilds with a blend of relaxation and adventure

Dates/Period: Any 8 days 27.12.07 - 03.01.08; any Sat-Sat 02.02 - 15.03.08; Sat-Sun 9 days/8 nights 15.03 - 23.03.08; any Sun-Sun 23.03 - 20.04.08.

8 days from £171 per adult.

Winter Wonderland on a Forest Farm

Discover the winters of your imagination in the Swedish forest!

Dates/Period: Best snow Mid-Jan to end Mar, though usually snow before Christmas.

1 or more nights from £56/adult.

Bookable on custom dates in April by arrangement

Photo: Peter Grant

Experience Lapland

A weekend tour led by a local Sámi guide in the far north of Swedish Lapland

Dates/Period: 25.01-28.01.08, 08.02-11.02.08, 22.02-25.02.08, 07.03-10.03.08

Groups of min.2 can book this experience on other dates by arrangement.

4 days from £978/person.

Photo: Nils Torbjörn Nutti

Reindeer Sled Safari

An expedition by reindeer led by a local Sámi guide in the far north of Swedish Lapland

Dates/Period: 07.02-12.02.09, 21.02-26.02.09, 07.03-12.03.09

Groups of min.2 can book this experience on other dates by arrangement.

6 days from £1268 per person.

Photo: Annica & Torkel Ideström

Winter Mountaincraft in Jämtland

Learn how to look after yourself in the wide white winter wilds!

Dates/Period: 19.03-22.03.09

Groups of min.4 can book this experience on other dates by arrangement.

4 days from £438 per person.