Under the Northern Sky in the 8 Seasons of Sapmi

Discover the Arctic seasons of Nattavaaraby in Swedish Lapland. 

Experience Northern Lights, Midnight Sun, ancient forests, wildlife and unforgettable Eight seasons of Sapmi from our authentic forest cabins

And top of all - Short distance from the Arctic Circle

Discover the Magic of the Arctic North

Far above the Arctic Circle lies a world shaped by silence, seasons and extraordinary natural beauty.

Welcome to Swedish Lapland, where ancient forests stretch endlessly, winter skies come alive with the Northern Lights, and summer days are filled with the golden glow of the MIDNIGHT SUN

From our forest cabins in Nattavaaraby, you have the opportunity to experience the true magic of the Arctic – a place where nature is not just something you see, but something you feel.

Northern Lights – A Sky Full of Wonder

During the darker months, Nattavaaraby becomes one of the most magical places to experience the Aurora Borealis.

Step outside the cabin on a clear winter evening and look towards the northern sky. With minimal light pollution and wide open wilderness surroundings, the stars and Northern Lights become part of your stay.

The best moments are often the quiet ones – standing in the snow, surrounded by forest, watching the colours dance above you.

The Midnight Sun – Endless Arctic Days

In summer, the Arctic transforms completely.

The sun remains above the horizon and fills the landscape with endless golden light. The Midnight Sun creates a unique atmosphere where hiking, photography, fishing and exploring nature can continue late into the night.

Experience:

• Bright summer nights
• Hiking through ancient forests
• Berry picking
• Wildlife encounters
• Peaceful moments by rivers and lakes

Eight Seasons - Eight Different Worlds:

Winter Magic

A landscape of snow-covered forests, frozen rivers and crystal-clear nights.

Experience:

• Northern Lights
• Wood-fired sauna
• Snowshoe walks
• Winter photography
• Arctic silence

Spring Awakening

As the snow melts, nature slowly returns.

Experience:

• Migrating birds
• Longer days
• Fresh Arctic air
• Awakening forests

Summer Light

The land comes alive under the Midnight Sun.

Experience:

• Hiking
• Fishing
• Wild berries
• Wildlife photography
• Endless daylight

Autumn Colours

The forests turn into a spectacular palette of gold and red.

Experience:

• Peaceful walks
• Mushroom picking
• Crisp Arctic mornings
• Incredible photography

Your Arctic Escape in Swedish Lapland

Our off-grid forest cabins offer a genuine way to experience the Arctic. Wake up surrounded by wilderness. Wash yourself in the evening in a traditional wood-fired sauna.

Listen to the forest. Watch the changing skies.

This is Swedish Lapland at its most authentic.

Reconnect to Nature. Experience the Northern Scandinavia in Nattavaaraby

All you need to know about the NORTHERN LIGHTS

Shimmery and magical. Viewing the northern lights, the Aurora Borealis is a jaw-dropping and mystical experience that we frequently enjoy in Swedish Lapland. The magnificence of the oscillating lights in varying shapes and forms dancing across the sky is best experienced first-hand. But when is the best time to see the northern lights?

The lights quickly shift from hesitant and hardly visible veils to sparkling cones, seemingly covering the entire heavens. It may be a myth, but many people claim to have also heard the northern lights at the point of its most intense. One thing is for sure — it is a unique experience to witness, and a fabulous memory to bring back from Swedish Lapland. 

The celestial light phenomenon, the northern lights or Aurora Borealis, is described merely as the result of the interaction between the solar winds and Earth’s magnetic fields. A spectacular show of colours from neon green to lilac.

Why do northern lights appear?

The solar winds consist of charged particles thrown out into space from the sun. When Earth’s magnetic fields attract the particles, they are drawn towards the poles at extremely high speed. The northern lights appear when the particles collide with atoms in the upper atmosphere whereby the kinetic energy is transformed into visible light. 

The phenomenon is based on the same principles as a neon light. Two days after the solar wind has been flung into space, it will reach us and make the northern lights possible.

The colours of the northern lights

Mostly, here in the north of Sweden, the northern lights we see are bluish-green but sometimes also including veils of red or lilac. The variations in colours depending on the atoms’ type, speed and charge, and the distance you are watching. 

The most intense northern lights appear at the height of around 100 km above the ground and are 10–30 kilometres tall. Still, in some cases, they reach up to several hundred kilometres with gradually less intensity.

When to see the northern lights in Swedish Lapland?

The best time to see the northern lights in Nattavaaraby is between September and March – although we have seen them as early as late-August. Even though the light phenomenon occurs around the clock, it is only visible from Earth when the skies are dark and the ideal time of the day is between 9 pm and 2 am.
The sky has to be clear to witness the northern lights, even though intense auroras may be visible through thin clouds. Perhaps you have heard that odds to see them are better when it is cold? To back this theory is the fact that in clear whether it is usually colder since clouds to some extent have an insulating effect.
For those dreaming of a dramatic white, snowy background, with the northern lights dancing overhead, December and January might be the best time as the long nights add to the splendour of this experience.

While there is no guarantee that you will see the northern lights, your odds increase when you stay for a more extended period.

Best places to see the northern lights

The best chances of witnessing the northern lights are when you find yourself north of the Arctic Circle, at high altitude, preferably in open space without any other sources of light. 

In Nattavaaraby close to cabin it is totally free from courses of light and a perfect spot to watch the northern light

How to photograph the northern lights?

To get really good photos of aurora borealis demands some tips and trix. Read more about how to photograph the northern lights

How to dress for aurora hunting?

Perhaps one of the most important things, when you go aurora hunting, is to dress appropriately, and by appropriately we mean warm. You won’t want to miss the experience of seeing the northern lights. After all, you had to go inside because you were cold.

The key to dressing for a cold climate is layering. You don’t want to have so many layers that you can’t move, so balance is essential. We recommend at least three layers for staying warm, yet maintaining functionality. 

The base layer controls warmth and moisture, the mid-layer keeps the heat in, and the outer layer protects you from the elements. And don’t forget to put on a cap. It is said, that at -5°C, 50% of the body heat is lost through the head.

FULL MOON CALENDAR

This is more than magic and brings so much energy! The mysterious shadows in the forest is just ...wow!  Check out the FULL MOON CALENDAER for 2026 - first fullmoon seen in august when evenings getting darker again

Learn more interesting facts about the amazing moon at Fullmåne.se