Ultimate Sarek Traverse
August 27 – September 8, 2026
Sarek, Swedish Lapland
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Small group
max 9 participants
Number of participants
RED LABEL
‘Expedition Challenge‘
Spicy, challenging trek
DISCOVER THE MOST REMOTE PLACE IN EUROPE
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Ingredients:
Pioneering, Wilderness, Perseverance, Inaccessible, Teamwork
An Ultimate Trek:
from Norway via the “Point of Inaccessibility” in Sarek to Kvikkjokk in Sweden.
Do you dare to brave the untamed wilderness?
Do you dare go off the path, or rather, make your own path?
If so, then the Ultimate Sarek Traverse is for you.
More than just a trip, it is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
This requires endurance and determination, and is the chance to experience the true essence of pioneering.
Here’s what we’re going to do
The Ultimate Sarek Traverse is an expedition like no other.
You immerse yourself in the raw, untamed heart of Europe’s last true wilderness.
Sarek, located in northern Sweden, is pristine, rugged and breathtakingly beautiful.
It is a place where nature rules, and man (if he comes at all) is merely a passerby.
The trek is tough and requires perseverance and team spirit.
Buteh… if you can’t resist the lure of adventure. Then this is your trip!
A true crossing of Sarek
The expedition starts in Norway and traverses the rugged landscapes of Sarek to end in Lapland in Sweden.
It is a real crossing, we have to ascend and descend.
We walk past glaciers, rivers over mountain passes and through deep valleys.
On much of the route, there are no trails to follow.
Well, nothing else remains. We make our own path and follow our own trail.
Unique 13-Day Trek to
Europe’s most Remote Location
- 13 days of exploration
- Europe’s last wilderness
- 124 km spirited pioneer trail
- From Norway to Sweden
- Sarek in beautiful autumn colors
- Includes all meals
- Use of group materials
- WGA Guide with local knowledge
- Maximum of 9 participants
Europe’s inaccessibility point
One of the highlights of the Ultimate Sarek Traverse is discovering the most remote place in Europe.
Located 46.3 kilometers from the nearest road, it is a place few have ever seen. If any…
Reaching it is an achievement in itself.
No path, no route, and certainly no information signs or signposts.
Will you join us in pioneering?
So, are you up for the challenge?
Are you ready to test yourself, to stretch the limits of your endurance?
Want to join us to explore the world and see it through the eyes of a pioneer?
If so, the Ultimate Sarek Traverse awaits you.
This is no ordinary trek, this is an adventure that will change you.
Dare to face the unknown.
Dare to be a pioneer.
GO ON AN ADVENTURE WITH THESE GUIDES
The Arctic Adventure A-Team
Our guides are there to guide your tour in the best way possible. They are fully part of the group and give space. Room for own initiative, own development and own opinions.
The attended first aid & guide training provide a good basis during adventure tours.
For us, it’s:”Out of your comfort zone. Within the safety zone. “
Ten reasons why you want to join this tour
- Cross-Border Journey:
We start our expedition in Norway and end in Sweden, a unique opportunity to traverse two countries on foot. - Point of Inaccessibility:
We visit Europe’s most remote point, a location that only a few before us have reached, situated 46.3 kilometers from the nearest road. - Pioneering Experience:
This is a true pioneering trek, without existing paths. We are paving our own way and creating a route that no one has traveled before us. - Extreme Conditions:
We brave extreme weather conditions around freezing point, experiencing nature in its rawest and perhaps most beautiful form. - Physical Challenge:
With a 24 kg backpack, 124 kilometers on foot, 2100 meters of ascent and 2500 meters of descent, this trek is a real test of your physical strength and endurance. - Unique Nature:
The unspoiled nature of Sarek is breathtaking and offers a beautiful opportunity to experience the raw beauty of the wilderness. - Wildlife Encounter:
The chance to observe wild animals in their natural habitat, including perhaps reindeer or even moose. - Professional Guide:
The trek is led by none other than Karin or Onno, an experienced guide ready to take on the challenge. - Friendships:
Overcoming challenges together creates a strong bond within the team. This is the chance to make unforgettable memories and new friendships. - Personal Growth:
The challenges you encounter along the way will test not only your physical but also your mental strength. The experience will undoubtedly lead to personal growth. On to more new adventures.
Altitude profile Ultimate Sarek Traverse in Lapland
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Program format “Ultimate Sarek Traverse” in Norway and Sweden.
A unique crossing of Sarek past the inaccessibility point.
Day 1: Departure from the Netherlands
Gather early at Schiphol Airport. From here, the SAS flight departs via Oslo to Bodø in northern Norway. You arrange this flight yourself. Or we meet in Bodø at the airport at 16:00. By bus we continue to the village of Fauske. Here we spend the first night in a hotel. This is also an excellent opportunity to check the backpack contents and materials one last time.
Day 2-3: Start of the Expedition
We begin our trek at daybreak. The first few kilometers are still by bus. But when we got out, the mountain range separating Sweden from Norway lay before us. We use the first two days to traverse the Norwegian landscape and adjust to our backpacks and the rugged terrain.
Day 4-5: Border crossing Norway-Sweden
We reach the Norwegian-Swedish border and begin to make our way through the vast, wild terrain of Sarek. We sleep in tents and cook on our own food.
Day 6: Europe’s Most Remote Point
A highlight of our trip. We reach the most remote point in Europe, a place far away from civilization. Around here, we spend the night and enjoy the unprecedented silence and tranquility.
Day 7-8: Deeper into Sarek
We go deeper into Sarek, navigating through valleys and over mountain passes. These days will be tough, but the pristine nature and breathtaking views are worth it.
Day 9-10: Return to Civilization
We begin our journey back to civilization, but still remain deep in the wilderness. We trek through forests and along rivers, always alert to the flora and fauna around us. Elk and reindeer are present and who knows, we might see them.
Day 11-12: Arrival in Kvikkjokk
We end our trip in the Sami village of Kvikkjokk. Here we sleep the last night in the tent. It is a short night because the only bus of the day leaves as early as 05:20. Oh boy…
In the morning we arrive in Lulea where we check into a hotel in the afternoon to enjoy a well-deserved rest. We have time to share experiences, look at photos and enjoy a final evening and dinner together.
Day 13: Return to the Netherlands
We take the train or plane back to the Netherlands, tired but fulfilled, full of new experiences and memories we will never forget.
Note: This is a flexible itinerary and may be modified depending on weather conditions and the physical condition of the group.
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Preparation
We meet once before the trip. Live or digital. We pick the date by mutual agreement. Then we get to know each other. You’ll get an explanation of the materials and we’ll consider the map.
Equipment rental?
You can specify which equipment you would like to rent from us when you register. Tent, sleeping bag, mat, hiking poles or tent.
You can pick up these materials one week before the trip. This allows you to pack your backpack well before the trip.
This package includes:
✔ Backpack by Lowe Alpine
✔ Sleeping bag by RAB
✔ Sleeping pad by Therm-a-Rest
✔ Tent (2 or 1 person)
✔ Pair of hiking poles
The cost of this complete package is only €149 for the entire trip.
During the Trip
Tours at Arctic Adventure are “Expedition Experiences. You experience what an expedition could be like. Sometimes spicy, sometimes easy. But always together.
We often sleep in tents. On summer trips, you can choose to bring your own tent. On winter treks, at least two people always sleep in a tent for safety reasons. Arctic Adventure regfelt the winter tents.
Moving, cooking and navigating we do together. The beauty of small groups is that there is always a real and good group feeling. Sometimes there are friendships and reunions years later.
We keep in touch with each other before (and often after) in a WhatsApp group.
Fitness
You need a good level of fitness for this hike. It’s nice if you can hike with a backpack on. Think about 20 kilometers a day with a backpack of over 20 pounds.
Sports Medical Examination
Are you over 60 and want to participate in this tour? If so, we highly recommend you get a sports medical examination. Read more about the possibilities here.
Safety
During the trip we find ourselves in uninhabited territory a lot. In case of an emergency, our position can always (but sometimes difficult) be reached by the rescue services.
The guide carries satellite communications equipment and both digital (GPS) and analog (Compass) navigation.
The guide has training in Wilderness Advanced First Aid and guide training with the Wilderness Guide Association (WGA).
There is a Basecamp in the Netherlands that can be contacted for those left behind.
Packing List
After your registration (or upon request) you’ll receive a detailed packing list.
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Participants in this Trip
Guide: not yet Known
The trip continues at 6 participants and is full at 9 participants.
Places for this trip are now plentiful.
Who Joins our Adventures?
Participants in our trips often sign up alone.
It happens that couples sign up.
The age of most participants is between 30 and 50 years.
There are certainly exceptions. The youngest participant was 23 and the oldest 66.
The male-female ratio is 50/50. The more challenging treks attract slightly more men. 60/40. But often the distribution is nicely balanced.
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Travel dates
August 27 – September 8, 2026
Arrival
August 27
We meet in Fauske or in Bodo in Norway (See below). You travel to this location on your own and at your own expense.
Are you coming by train?
If so, we will meet on August 27 in the late afternoon in Fauske, Norway. We will spend the first night in a hotel here.
You can also arrive on August 28 by arrangement. Then in the morning before 10:30.
Are you coming by plane?
We will meet on August 27 at 4:00 PM at the airport of Bodo in Northern Norway.
Here are the details of flights from Amsterdam to Bodo on August 27, 2026 with SAS:
– SK6629 departure at 09:20 to Oslo
– SK4112 departure at 12:55 to Bodo
– Arrival 14:20 in Bodo
Return
On September 7, we arrive in Luleå for a final evening in a hotel and have dinner together in a restaurant.
For your return flight from Luleå to Amsterdam on September 6, you can use this flight schedule:
– SK005 departure at 10:00 to Stockholm/Arlanda
– SK6632 departure at 13:40 to Amsterdam
– Arrival Amsterdam 15:45
Total Trip Cost
€ 1.579
This Includes:
- All transfers to and from airport or train station in Norway and Sweden
- Professional guidance by wga guide
- 1 overnight stay at a hotel near the start
- 1 night in a hotel at the end (Depending on our progress during the trek)
- 10 nights in tents
- 11 days of backpacking through Sarek
- All meals from evening of arrival to breakfast on day of departure
But also including
- Group Material
- Stoves and pans
- Maps, compass and GPS
- (Satellite) Communication devices
- Tracking for the homebound
- Online photo share after the trip
- Contribution to the VZR guarantee fund
- Booking fees
Participants
Maximum 9
This Excludes:
- Flight, train ride to destination
- Travel Insurance
- Cancellation insurance
- Drinks personal expenses
- Personal equipment (see packing list tab)
Rent an equipment package
This package includes:
✔ Backpack by Lowe Alpine
✔ Sleeping bag by RAB
✔ Sleeping pad by Therm-a-Rest
✔ Tent (2 or 1 person)
✔ Pair of hiking poles
The cost of this complete package is only €149 for the entire trip.
Note
If during the trip it is collectively decided to undertake extras (Excursions, overnight stays, meals), these costs will be divided among the participants.
We Provide
- Food for the entire trip
- Stove
- Pots and pans
- Group first aid kit
- Repair Equipment
- Water purifiers
- Communication devices
- GPS, Map Compass
You Provide
- Personal hiking clothing
- Run-in walking shoes C category
- Personal medication
Rent an equipment package
This package includes:
✔ Backpack from Lowe Alpine
✔ Sleeping bag from RAB
✔ Sleeping mat from Therm-a-Rest
✔ Tent (2 or 1-person)
✔ Pair of hiking poles
The cost of this complete package is only €149. for the entire trip.
You will receive a detailed packing list after your registration, or upon request.
Buying stuff
As a participant in our trips, you get a 10% discount in Beaver stores. So take advantage of that if you still need to buy stuff.
Check Marktplaats.nl for good used equipment.
Contact us if you have questions about the material.
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