Fish, Forage and Feast

Fish, Forest and Feast - Arctic Retreat - Swedish Lapland - Travel with Off the Map

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This immersive three-night journey into the heart of Swedish Lapland invites you to reconnect with nature through its most elemental pleasures, food, fire, and forest. Based at the luxurious Arctic Retreat, nestled deep in the boreal forest, this experience introduces you to Nordic survival techniques, wilderness fishing, and traditional foraging.

Each day brings expert-led adventures, from casting for Arctic char in pristine rivers to gathering herbs and berries with a local culinary guide. After your explorations, return to candlelit meals featuring your day’s harvest, warming saunas, and the possibility of Northern Lights above. A rich blend of comfort, culture, and wild beauty.

Immerse yourself in the rich culinary heritage and wilderness traditions of Swedish Lapland with this hands-on Arctic Retreat experience. Over four days, you’ll stay in a cosy riverside cabin, learning essential Nordic survival skills, fishing in pristine waters, and foraging with local food expert Eva Gunnare.

Outdoor adventures with seasonal flavours, culminating in exceptional meals inspired by the forest, river, and Arctic sky. With the chance to relax in saunas and wood-fired hot tubs and witness the Northern Lights, this itinerary offers a deep, nourishing connection to Lapland’s land, culture, and cuisine.

Location Sweden

Duration 3 Nights

Price per person from (excl. flights)

£3,495*

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Overview

What’s included…

Three nights in a private riverside log cabin at Arctic Retreat
Full-board dining: daily breakfasts, lunches, and multi-course Arctic-inspired evening meals
Private airport transfers from and to Luleå Airport
Wilderness survival skills workshop with a local guide
Guided Arctic fishing experience with equipment provided
Foraging and Culinary Nature Fika Tour with Eva Gunnare
Access to sauna and wood-fired outdoor hot tub
Evening opportunities to view the Northern Lights
All winter outdoor clothing and activity equipment
Personalised itinerary planning and local hosting throughout

Your Trip, Your Way

This itinerary is just a starting point—a flavour of what’s possible. Whether you want to tweak the pace, upgrade your hotel, or deepen the culinary immersion, we’ll design your perfect trip from scratch.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival and Arctic Welcome

Arrive at Luleå Airport, where a private driver will collect you for the scenic journey into the forested wilds of Swedish Lapland. Your destination is Arctic Retreat, a collection of cosy log cabins set along a frozen river. Once settled in, you may choose to unwind in your private hot tub, warm up in the traditional sauna, or simply absorb the peaceful surroundings. In the evening, enjoy your first dinner made with local ingredients, a quiet, flavoursome introduction to Lapland’s culinary soul.

Day 2

Wilderness Skills, Fishing and Aurora Possibilities

The day begins with a guided introduction to Nordic wilderness survival. Learn how to build a fire, navigate using natural signs, and understand what it takes to live in harmony with the elements. After lunch, venture out on a guided fishing experience where you may catch Arctic char, pike or perch depending on the season.

Return to the retreat to enjoy a fish-focused menu prepared using regional techniques and ingredients. After dinner, conditions permitting, your guide will accompany you on a Northern Lights outing for a chance to witness the aurora in a quiet and private setting.

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Day 3

Foraging and Forest Feasting

Join local expert Eva Gunnare for a Culinary Nature Fika Tour. This guided foraging walk introduces you to the edible wonders of the forest, from wild berries to seasonal herbs. Along the way, you’ll enjoy tastings and hear stories rooted in the Sámi and Swedish food cultures. In the evening, enjoy your final dinner at Arctic Retreat, served at the Aurora Lookout, a special setting where traditional Lapland flavours meet the quiet beauty of the night sky. If you are lucky, the aurora may once again appear above the trees as you dine

Eva Gunnare

Day 4

Farewell to Lapland

Savour a final breakfast at Arctic Retreat before your private transfer returns you to Luleå Airport. Take with you not only new culinary skills and stories, but a deeper connection to the wild north.

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Arctic Retreat

This secluded log cabin sanctuary invites you to reconnect with nature

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Amy was a great help with planning this trip. Our trip turned out amazing. I also was very grateful for Off the Map’s Front Desk service, which promptly handled an on the spot issue we had.

Karen

The best travel experience ever on every level you can think of during a Lapland expedition (food, activities, timings, accommodation, transport, service, equipment…). I highly recommend Off The Map Travel for their outstanding level of professionalism and detail oriented mindset!

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