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Hikes in the Midnight Sun Summer 2017 the King's Trail Saltoluokta Hikes in the Midnight sun summer 2017 The King’s trail Saltoluokta-Kebnekaise The First Mountain Hike Hike when the sun never goes down and see how new flowers bloom every day. In short, a fantastic time to go hiking in Swedish Lapland! If you want, you can climb to Kebnekaise southern summit, Sweden’s highest peak. Do you want to hike in Swedish Lapland but are not sure of how? Perhaps you do not yet have sufficient knowledge? This is the activity for you. Our skilled guides will teach you useful tips and tricks on how to hike safely in a high alpine mountain environment, and you can borrow the equipment you need. Some days, we will hike as far as 15 kilometers, and there will be differences in altitude. Therefore, you must be in a good physical shape and have previous experience from hiking with a backpack. At most, you will carry provisions for 2 days, adding 1-2 kg to your packing. Experience the midnight sun! Climb the highest peak in Sweden! Photo STF Photo STF The King’s trail, one of the top 10 treks in the world! Photo STF 2017-01-17 G:\Gemensam\Bokningen\Paket\Långturer Lappland\Sommar 2017\Bokningsinfo 1 Den första fjällvandringen Midnattssol 2017 Engelska Privat.doc Prel. program Day 1 Gathering at Saltoluokta mountain station in the afternoon. Dinner in the classic restaurant and information about the hike Day 2 We will make a short hike in the surroundings of Saltoluokta to out try out our equipment and make sure everything is in order. Later on during the day we will take a boat and a bus to Vakkotavare mountain cabin where we will stay overnight. Day 3 The real hike begins with a steep climb up into the mountains with magnificent views over the Sarek mountain chain. Sometime during the day you will learn hove to safely cross a mountain creek. This knowledge can be really valuable the day you really need it! The trail winds over the mountain plains and down to Lake Teusajaure where we take the boat over to the cabins on the north side. Here you can enjoy a sauna in the evening! Distance approx. 15 km difference in altitude + 450 m followed by – 450 m. Day 4 Once again the trail winds up into the mountains and today’s leg treat us with waterfalls and high peaks. Distance to the cabins at Kaitumjaure is short and give us plenty of time to enjoy the mountains. If you want; you can learn more about hove to use a map and a compass during the day. Distance approx. 9 km difference in altitude + 300 m followed by – 200 m. Day 5 The trail follows the river Tjäktjajåkka up to the cabins at Singi. Today’s leg is easy to walk and we will have beautiful views in front of us all day long. Distance approx. 13 km difference in altitude + 100 m Day 6 To Kebnekaise Mountain station Surrounded by high peaks and glaciers from the morning to the evening. Sauna, showers and dinner in the restaurant. Distance 14 km, difference in altitude + 150 m, -150 m Day 7 Possibility to participate in a day-tour with guide from Kebnekaise Mountain station to the summit of Mt. Kebnekaise, 2101 m. The highest summit in Sweden. (If weather conditions permits) Day 8 After breakfast an easy walk down to Lake Ladtjojaure. Travel by boat over the lake, and then a walk through the forest to Nikkaluokta. We eat at the local restaurant. Possibility to take a shower. Bus to Kiruna departures around 3 o`clock pm. Distance 19 km (14 km walk), difference in altitude - 200 m The program can change due to current weather conditions Group size 6-14 The tour is recommended to people 16-70 years of age in good physical health Included in the price: Guide Full board accommodation at Saltoluokta and at Kebnekaise Mountain stations Meals and beds in the huts along the King’s trail Saltoluokta-Nikkaluokta Sauna at Teusajaure and in Kaitumjaure Boat on Lake Teusajaure and on Lake Ladtjojaure Local transports as described in the program Meal in Nikkaluokta Free hire of equipment, see equipment list Dates: 28/6-5/7, 4-11/7 Price members 28/6: 8245 SEK, price nonmembers 28/6: 8945 SEK Price members 4/7: 8395 SEK, price nonmembers 4/7: 9095 SEK Extra: Guided tour to the summit of Mt Kebnekaise. Book on the web: http://book.stfturist.se/en/to- do/a544397/kebnekaise-summit-tour-summer/showdetails?filter=t%3Dkebnekaise&refcur=EUR or by Fjallbokning. Price from 1400 SEK Book at STF Fjallbokning: +46 10 190 23 60 or at [email protected] 2017-01-17 G:\Gemensam\Bokningen\Paket\Långturer Lappland\Sommar 2017\Bokningsinfo 1 Den första fjällvandringen Midnattssol 2017 Engelska Privat.doc Welcome to Kungsleden Saltoluokta-Kebnekaise General information Here are a few practical details about your hike. For this mountain-hike you should have good physical condition. Distances between the mountain-cabins vary from 9 to 19 km. Difference in altitude on a single leg, maximum 450 meter. (Day-tours not included) Suitable map is Swedish mountain map BD 8, preferable the edition from 2012 or newer. The cabins... the beds are fitted with mattresses, pillows and blankets. During the summer-season you should bring a light sleeping bag or a set of sheets. The cabins have a basic standard but there is no electricity or running water. We all help each other with the domestic duties, cleaning, cooking, do the dishes etc. Wooden fires or gas heats the cabins. The cooking is done on gas-stoves. The cabins you will visit during this hike have 20-44 beds. (Rooms with 4-10 beds, male/female mixed) There are also extra mattresses and blankets in case the cabin gets full. Everyone will get shelter, if all the beds are occupied you will get a space on the floor and a mattress. You cannot book beds in advance. The midnight sun does not shine all summer long but it is daylight 24 hours a day 15/5-31/7. In August and September, bring a small torch or a headlamp. There are only emergency-telephones in the cabins. The phone is directly connected to the police. Mobile phones will not work out in the mountains. Food for sale…at Saltoluokta, Kaitumjaure and Kebnekaise you will find a small shop were you can buy dried and canned food, drinks and snacks etc. Please note that there is no fresh bread, fruits or vegetables for sale in Kaitumjaure. Sauna…In Teusajaure and in Kaitumjaure you can enjoy a sauna! Travel clothes... You can send things not needed for the hike by “Bussgods” from Saltoluokta to Nikkaluokta. Bring a small bag to pack your things in. Equipment…Included in these documents you will find a proposal on what to bring for the hike, pack light! Most people bring to many clothes. The weight of your backpack should stay on not more than 10-12 kg during a hike between cabins. Liquid... It is essential to keep a good liquid-balance, if you do not, you will feel tired and gluey. Beside a thermos for warm drinks, bring a bottle and a mug. You will find crystal-clear water along the trail most of the time but in the high mountains and in the later parts of the summer it could be some kilometres in between the creeks. Travel to Saltoluokta… Easiest journey is by train to Gällivare and then bus. Alternative by air to Kiruna or Gällivare, then bus. Transfer-time Gällivare C-Saltoluokta by bus is 2 hours. Travel from Nikkaluokta… Easiest journey is by bus to Kiruna railway-station or airport. Transfer-time to Kiruna by bus is 1 hour. For more information about travel in Sweden, contact your local travel agency or see: www.sj.se or www.sas.se www.nextjet.se or www.norwegian.se Information about local buses; www.ltnbd.se Detailed information about meeting-time, guides etc. to participants of STF-groups will be sent 2-4 weeks before the hike. 2017-01-17 G:\Gemensam\Bokningen\Paket\Långturer Lappland\Sommar 2017\Bokningsinfo 1 Den första fjällvandringen Midnattssol 2017 Engelska Privat.doc Equipment for mountain tours, summer The right equipment in your backpack gives you a nicer experience. Check your equipment at home; see to that everything is in good shape. This is what we recommend for a multiday hike with lodging in STF mountain cabins. * = This you can borrow if you need Basic clothing live and sleep Socks made of wool, 2 sets. Sleeping bag or sheets Underwear made of wool or synthetics, light, 2 sets. Indoor clothes and shoes Shirt or sweater that dries easy *A pair of rain and windproof pants *A rain and windproof jacket Prevent Cap Gloves sunglasses Hiking boots Blister plaster: Leukoplast/Elastoplast Sun protection Sun goggle Carry Eat *Backpack, approx. 50-70 litres with a relief belt *thermos and a mug *Rain cover for the backpack *Camping set with fork, knife and spoon Water bottle Path finding other equipment *Map insulated pad *Compass knife Camera Binoculars Leather proofing for boots Matches or a lighter A small torch Candles Hygiene Toothbrush and paste A small soap A small towel Toilet paper Napkins 2017-01-17 G:\Gemensam\Bokningen\Paket\Långturer Lappland\Sommar 2017\Bokningsinfo 1 Den första fjällvandringen Midnattssol 2017 Engelska Privat.doc Dear becoming mountain hiker, we congratulate you to an excellent choice of vacation! In order to make your first mountain hike as pleasant as possible we want you to fill in the form below.
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