Arctic Sweden Wellness and Reconnect Retreat

Your journey begins with arrival at Luleå Airport where you are met and transferred deep into the forests of Swedish Lapland. The drive leads away from the coastline and into a peaceful landscape of pine trees, quiet rivers and open northern skies.

Upon arrival at Arctic Retreat you check into your handcrafted timber cabin, beautifully designed to blend with the surrounding nature. These cosy cabins offer comfort and privacy while keeping you connected to the stillness of the forest outside.

After settling in, meet your hosts Emanuel and Josefine who will guide your stay and introduce you to the rhythm of the retreat. With the rest of the afternoon free, begin to slow down and absorb the calm atmosphere.

Your first evening is centred on relaxation. Enjoy the warmth of a traditional wood fired sauna followed by time in the outdoor hot tub beneath the open northern sky. The surrounding forest and flowing river create an immediate sense of tranquillity.

Dinner is served in the evening, featuring a carefully prepared three course meal highlighting seasonal ingredients and regional flavours. It is a gentle and grounding introduction to the days ahead, allowing you to unwind after travel and fully settle into this peaceful Lapland retreat.

Your Local Hosts:

Emanuel and Josefine are a soon-to-be-married local couple who live in the forest close to Arctic Retreat. Josefine serves as the hotel manager, ensuring every aspect of your stay is seamless, while Emanuel, the head chef, crafts exquisite meals that highlight local flavours. 

Wake to the quiet beauty of the forest and enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the retreat before beginning your first guided experience of Lapland.

Today you meet Sámi guide Lennart Pittja, who grew up in a local reindeer herding family. Together you set out on a guided forest hike where Lennart shares stories about Sámi culture, traditions and the deep relationship between people and the northern landscape. The walk offers insight into both the history of the Sámi people and how their culture continues today.

Partway through the excursion you pause for an outdoor lunch prepared and enjoyed in nature. Eating slowly in the fresh air is an important part of the retreat’s philosophy of mindful wellbeing.

Back at Arctic Retreat the afternoon is dedicated to relaxation and healing. You will enjoy a massage treatment with Cicci Andersson, whose work draws inspiration from traditional healing practices and her extensive experience in wellness therapies.

Later, unwind once more in the sauna and outdoor hot tub, allowing the warmth to ease muscles and calm the mind.

The evening concludes with another delicious three course dinner, giving you time to reflect on the day’s cultural experiences while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the retreat.

Your Local Hosts:

Lennart Pittja: Lennart Pittja is Sámi and grew up in a reindeer-herding family in the area. Deeply connected to the land, he shares his knowledge of Sámi life, traditions, and culture—offering insights into both its rich history and how it is lived today.

Cicci: Cecilia ”Cicci” Andersson lives in the nearby village and practices Ayurveda and Siddha treatments. Her work is inspired by her own rehabilitation journeys to India, where she immersed herself in these ancient healing traditions. Today, she offers a truly unique and deeply personal product that draws on her deep knowledge of the Arctic.

After breakfast the day begins with a unique exploration of Lapland’s natural pantry. You will join culinary guide Eva Gunnare for an outdoor flavour walk through the surrounding landscape.

Eva shares her deep knowledge of local plants, herbs and wild ingredients that thrive in the Arctic environment. As you walk through forest and meadow you learn about traditional uses, seasonal harvesting and how these ingredients have shaped northern cuisine for generations. The experience is both educational and sensory, connecting taste, nature and culture.

During the excursion you pause for another outdoor lunch prepared using fresh local produce. Dining in the natural surroundings allows time to fully appreciate the quiet beauty of Swedish Lapland.

In the afternoon, return to Arctic Retreat for a restorative Ayurvedic therapy session with Cicci Andersson. These treatments are designed to re-balance the body and promote deep relaxation, drawing on ancient healing traditions adapted to the Arctic environment.

Later you may relax in the sauna or spend quiet time by the river before dinner.

The day ends with another three course evening meal showcasing local flavours, completing a day focused on nature, nourishment and holistic wellbeing.

Your Local Hosts:

Eva Gunnare: Eva Gunnare is a cultural guide and food creator with a passion for wild, local flavors. Through tasting experiences, guided food walks, herbal courses, and events, she shares personal knowledge of Lapland’s nature, culture, and seasonal green abundance.

Today offers a flexible balance between gentle adventure and relaxation. After breakfast you may choose to spend the morning exploring the surrounding landscape independently.

Guests have access to canoes and bicycles, offering the chance to paddle along the peaceful river or cycle through forest trails that wind through the Lapland wilderness. Alternatively, you may simply relax at the retreat and enjoy the quiet setting.

Lunch is once again served outdoors, continuing the retreat’s connection with nature and unhurried living.

In the afternoon take part in a calming sauna yoga session led by Suzanne. These gentle movements are performed in the warmth of the sauna and are suitable for all levels. The heat relaxes muscles and supports flexibility while the slow exercises promote balance and calm breathing.

As evening approaches, prepare for a memorable culinary experience. Tonight’s dinner is a traditional Sámi inspired fireside meal, where local ingredients are cooked and shared around an open fire. Stories, flavours and the soft glow of the flames create a magical atmosphere beneath the wide summer sky.

It is a fitting celebration of Lapland’s culture, nature and hospitality.

Your Local Hosts:

Suzanne’s sauna yoga: Suzanne’s sauna yoga combines gentle, seated yoga movements with the soothing warmth of a traditional sauna. The heat helps relax muscles, improve flexibility, and release tension. Suitable for all levels, this calming session supports spine health, reduces stress, and leaves you with a deep sense of relaxation.

Your final morning begins with breakfast in the peaceful surroundings of Arctic Retreat. Before departure, enjoy one last wellness experience designed to leave you feeling balanced and refreshed.

A professional acupuncture treatment with Jüliette helps restore harmony within the body and ease any lingering tension. Her experience in healthcare and wellness ensures a thoughtful and personalised session.

Afterwards there is time to take in the forest views, enjoy a final moment beside the river or simply breathe in the calm atmosphere that has defined the retreat.

When it is time to leave, a transfer will take you back to Luleå Airport for your onward journey.

Although the retreat may be short, the sense of calm, connection to nature and renewed wellbeing often stay with guests long after they return home.

Your Local Hosts:

Jüliette is our local masseuse and acupuncturist. She has a passion for helping people feel at ease in their bodies. With many years of experience in wellness and healthcare, she brings both skills and heart into her treatments.