Sarek Traverse
8 Days
Min 6 max 8
€1295,-
The Trip
Join us on an extremely wild but serene traverse through Sarek National Park in Swedish Lapland. In the land of the semi-nomadic Sami people, we will traverse one of the most rugged areas of Europe. Sarek is not known as Europe’s last great wilderness for nothing. With no tourist infrastructure and almost no human signs, this is an untamed land where adventure awaits. This is where nature reigns supreme.
With the motto “less is more” and a fully packed backpack on our backs, we make our way through the wilderness with our own tented camp. Completely off-the-grid we pass glaciers and imposing mountains, wading through ice rivers wandering through alpine tundra and along ancient reindeer trails. With any luck, we’ll spot a herd of these characterful strong quadrupeds: the local Sami people here still live a traditional existence based on the seasonal migration of their reindeer. But reindeer are certainly not the only wildlife found in the park. The area is also home to brown bears, lynx, wolverine and the largest species of moose in Europe.
In September just before the spartan winter arrives, experience the definition of autumn and Sarek turns into a breathtaking palette of autumn hues. A perfect place to fully participate in the season and definitely not your everyday experience.
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Theme and levels
The theme of this trip is Wild Fitness: the days are intense and physical. Not only do we move every day, but we also run the outdoor camp together. Along the way, things are simple but hard work. A daily move contains between 10 and 20 kilometers and can also increase in the number of altimeters. The terrain can be tough and sometimes impassable and moving is slow. In addition, the weather in Sarek is very unpredictable and it can rain heavily. In combination with the lack of shelter and a heavy load in the backpack, participation in this trip requires a good running condition and the right character. Being able to move well with a heavy load is not an unnecessary luxury and the right equipment is essential for this trip. Familiarity with arctic terrain is not necessary. We will guide you through this raw and untouched arctic landscape and provide you with the skills needed to move through the environment in comfort and self-reliance. Experience with (wild) camping, Wild Human is a big plus.
Impression
Your guide on this trip
Nick Platje
Passionate wilderness guide and Mountain Leader. Endlessly curious about other cultures and great lover of pioneering in unusual places. Usually observed with camera. In a previous life, Nick was a Marine. His mantra: as long as it's wild.
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Practical
Cost
€1295,-
What’s included
One night in a Swedish cabin
6 nights in tents
Breakfast, lunch and dinner all days
Rewild Mountain Leader / Wilderness Guide
Group equipment
A true wild Lapland experience
You travel on your own or we travel to Saltoluokta by mutual agreement. This can be done by taking an overnight train from Stockholm to Gällivare or taking a domestic flight. Then you can take a bus and boat to Saltoluokta. Rewild can help you plan the round trip. We also coordinate everything in the group app that will be created.
Not included are any personal expenses or drinks in a catering establishment, your flight to Stockholm/Gällivare, night train ticket, bus and boat ticket and mountaineering insurance. We recommend taking out this at the NKBV.
Logistics
You will travel on your own or we will travel to Saltoluokta by mutual agreement.
You can do this by taking an overnight train from Stockholm to Gällivare or by taking a
domestic flight. Then you can take a bus and boat
to Saltoluokta. Rewild can help you plan the outward and
return trip. We will also coordinate everything in the group app that will be created
.
Nutrition and water
Food, drinks, tea and coffee will be organized by Rewild. Please bring
any extra snacks of your own for along the way. Clean drinking water
is abundant in the area. During this trip we have to carry everything ourselves
therefore we will prepare mainly dry meals.
Travel guarantee and booking
The departure of this trip is guaranteed from 4 people. A maximum of 8 people can join the trip. This trip is a package tour and in order to comply with the legally required guarantee on package tours, Rewild uses the guarantee of VZR Garant. You can find the conditions of this guarantee scheme on the website of VZR Garant.
Insurance
To participate in Rewild trips, you must be insured for activities in mountainous areas off the beaten track. You can inquire about this with your current insurance company or purchase travel insurance from the Dutch Climbing and Mountaineering Association.
Conditions of participation
By participating in a Rewild trip, you accept the general travel conditions, as found at the bottom of the website. The cancellation policy is also explained here.
Packing List
Travel Program
Day 1
Travel day to Lapland
From Stockholm airport we take an overnight train and transfer to the town of Gällivare. From Gällivare we will take a bus and boat to Saltoluokta.
Day 2 through 7
Wilderness Trip
After the night ride, we will arrive at the starting point of the traverse in Saltoluokta by a connecting morning bus ride. Here we prepare our equipment, go through the plan one more time and disappear into the wilderness for a first wild camping night. With our house on our backs, the sturdy steppers on and equipped with the Rewild basecamp, we begin a trek through the arctic autumn landscape of Sarek. We camp in the wild and overcome the now unknown nature challenges. Stripped of haste and crowds, but satisfied from an educational “back-to-nature experience” full of wilderness experience, we conclude our wilderness trip with a night in a Swedish cabin.
Day 8
Travel days home
From Gällivare or Jokkmokk, we will travel by overnight train or domestic flight back to Stockholm airport and then back to the Netherlands.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I book a trip on your website?
Simply find your destination, choose your dates and follow the steps to complete your booking. You will receive the confirmation by e-mail.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
Yes, cancellation is possible according to our terms and conditions: up to 8 weeks before departure you pay only the deposit, after that increasing costs apply up to 100% just before departure.
Do you offer travel insurance?
No, we do not offer travel insurance ourselves. We recommend mountaineering insurance through the NKBV.
Are there any hidden fees or service charges?
No, there are no hidden costs. All unavoidable additional costs are clearly stated in advance in the travel price.
Do you also rent equipment or materials?
Yes, some of the required equipment is available for rent on our trips. We offer these rental options during the booking process. There you can see exactly what gear is available and add it directly to your booking. That way you don’t have to arrange this separately in advance.
What payment methods do you accept?
You can pay with us easily and safely via iDEAL and Bancontact. It is also possible to pay by bank transfer. All payments go through our secure booking system Bookinglayer.
