Ski Touring the High Valleys of Tarfala in Sweden

Arrive in Kiruna (Giron) in the afternoon and travel one hour west to Nikkaluokta (Nihkkáluokta). After a quick meal and final gear checks, we’ll continue by snowmobile to Kebnekaise Mountain Station. Settle in and prepare for the days ahead.

Note: This itinerary shows what we plan to do—not a fixed schedule. In true hut-to-hut spirit, each day will be shaped by weather, snow and the group’s pace. Your guides will adapt the route daily to make the most of Arctic conditions, so expect flexibility and a memorable, ever-changing mountain experience.

We leave Kebnekaise Mountain Station and head into the remote Tarfala Valley (Darfalvággi). If conditions allow, we’ll cross the Kebnetjåkka plateau into high-alpine terrain. A first descent via Södra Nischen leads onto Storglaciären, followed by a final climb and ski down from Isfallsglaciären to our Tarfala cabin.

From our base in Tarfala, we’ll tour classic glaciated routes. Ascend Kebnepakteglaciären between crevasses and steep walls, then reach Halspasset via Isfallsglaciären for a short, steep descent overlooking the valley’s glaciers. The day ends with a well-earned sauna back at the cabin.

Our objective is Kaskasatjåkka (2,076 m), Sweden’s fourth-highest peak. We’ll approach via the southeast glacier and gain the ridge with expansive views of Tarfala Valley. The reward is a descent of Liljetoppsrännan—a sustained, steep couloir regarded as one of Sweden’s finest ski lines.

With experience and rhythm established, we’ll chase the best snow in the surrounding valleys. Options range from short, powder-filled laps near the cabin to longer tours around Kaskasapakte. Route choices will balance conditions, energy levels, and recovery for the days ahead.

Today’s goal is Kebnekaise (2,097 m), Sweden’s highest summit. Depending on conditions, we’ll ascend via Östra Leden’s fixed ropes or through Halspasset. From the summit, we’ll ski Jökelbäcken—a legendary 1,000 m glacial run back into the valley.

Our last ski day begins directly from Kebnekaise Mountain Station. Weather permitting, we’ll aim for Tuolpagorni (Duolbagorni), a dramatic crater-shaped peak with a narrow, powder-filled descent accessed by a short rappel. We’ll return to the station in the afternoon for hot showers, a sauna, and a farewell dinner.

After breakfast, snowmobiles take us back to Nikkaluokta. From there, we’ll transfer you to Kiruna Airport or Kiruna Central Station for evening departures.