Join Adaptive Expeditions for an unforgettable 7-day winter adventure in the heart of Swedish Lapland, based at the beautiful Allégården in Bygdeträsk, Västerbotten County. From 7–14 March 2026, you’ll step into a landscape of frozen lakes, snow-covered forests and wide Arctic skies.

Working alongside expert instructors from Pole to Pole Academy, you’ll build real cold-weather skills and confidence. Through the week you’ll learn how to move safely on snow, prepare yourself and your kit for the elements, and take part in a fully supported two-night wilderness expedition across frozen terrain, including Bygdeträsket, Västerbotten’s largest lake.

Your days will be packed with hands-on Arctic experiences:
• Ice swimming followed by a traditional hot sauna
• Dog sledding through snowy forest trails (Extra Cost per person)
• Ice fishing on frozen lakes
• Open-fire cooking and winter bushcraft
• Ski and snowshoe skills
• Nature immersion sessions and starlit navigation

Evenings bring warmth, good food and time to slow down. You might head out for a Northern Lights safari, spend time around the fire, or settle in for a relaxed night with the group.

This trip is open to both disabled and non-disabled adventurers. No previous Arctic experience is needed – just a willingness to give things a go and work as part of a supportive group. Whether this is your first big challenge or the next step in your journey, this is a chance to stretch yourself, grow your confidence and discover what you’re truly capable of.

You’ll arrive in Swedish Lapland and transfer to Allégården in Bygdeträsk, your home for the week. After settling into your room, we’ll have a relaxed welcome briefing, kit check and introduction to the local area.
We’ll talk through the plan for the week, answer questions, and make sure everyone has what they need to stay warm and comfortable. The day ends with a shared evening meal and time to get to know the group.

Across these days you’ll build your Arctic skills and take part in a mix of basecamp days and a fully supported overnight expedition.

At Allégården and in the local area, you can expect:

• Ski and/or snowshoe training on local trails

• Ice fishing on frozen lakes

• Open-fire cooking and winter bushcraft skills

• Ice swimming for those who want to try it, followed by a hot sauna

• Dog sledding through snowy forests

• Nature-immersion walks and time to enjoy the landscape

• Evening Northern Lights (aurora) and starlight navigation sessions when conditions allow

During the two-night wilderness expedition, you’ll travel across frozen terrain (including Bygdeträsket, Västerbotten’s largest lake), set up camp, cook over open fires and experience true Arctic stillness. Throughout, you’ll be supported by experienced instructors and the Adaptive Expeditions team, with plenty of time for breaks, adjustments and personal pacing.

We’ll shape the exact order of activities around the weather, daylight and the needs of the group, keeping things flexible and supportive.

• Final breakfast and goodbyes
• Transfers to Skellefteå Airport
• Optional local walk or coffee before departure (depending on flight times)