KIRUNA GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
By the Torne River Under the Auroras: Reindeer Furs, Lingonberry and Fire at Kiruna’s Aurora Colosseum
A 4.5-hour guided evening from Kiruna that combines outdoor seating on reindeer fur beside an open fire, hot lingonberry juice and an indoor dinner by the Torne River while a guide explains the northern lights.
By the Torne River Under the Auroras: Reindeer Furs, Lingonberry and Fire at Kiruna’s Aurora Colosseum.
Set in Lappland near Kiruna, Aurora Colosseum is an intimate Arctic evening: you sit on reindeer fur close to an open fire, bundled in warm overalls, sip hot lingonberry juice and listen as a guide explains the northern lights and the surrounding Arctic nature—then move indoors to a dining room by the Torne River for dinner with frequent looks to the sky for a possible auroral display.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Riverbank Camp and Arctic Night Sky
The experience centers on an Aurora camp on the Torne River where you watch the sky from the warmth of a crackling fire and nearby dining room, combining waterfront setting with dark winter skies ideal for aurora-watching.
Reindeer Fur, Overalls and Lingonberry Tea
Participants sit on reindeer fur and are provided warm overalls and boots while sipping hot lingonberry juice as the guide shares stories about the northern lights and the Arctic environment.
Dinner by the River
After time outside, the group moves into the dining room at the Aurora Colosseum to enjoy a delicious dinner beside the Torne River while the guide continues to watch the sky for auroras.
What the day feels like
What the Evening Feels Like
The flow alternates quiet outdoor moments and warm indoor comfort: you arrive in Kiruna, are kitted out with overalls and boots, transferred to the Aurora Camp on the Torne River, then spend time sipping warm beverages by an open fire while the guide explains Arctic nature and the northern lights before moving into the dining room for a riverside dinner and a final window to the sky.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this evening suits and who should consider other options.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Dress in warm base layers beneath the provided overalls; boots and overalls are selected for you at the start of the trip.
The operator supplies warm overalls and boots and seating on reindeer fur while you are at the Aurora Camp.
Even with provided overalls, bring insulating layers and a warm hat and gloves to be comfortable during outdoor time by the fire and when watching the sky.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Aurora Colosseum experience?
The experience lasts approximately 4.5 hours.
Where do we meet for the trip?
The meeting point is Torggatan 4, 981 30 Kiruna, Sweden.
Is warm clothing provided?
Yes — participants select overalls and boots at the start of the evening; seating is on reindeer fur.
Is food and drink included?
Yes — the evening includes a warm lingonberry beverage around the fire and a delicious dinner in the dining room by the Torne River.
Will the guide help look for the northern lights?
Yes — the guide shares information about the northern lights while watching the sky for visibility, and continues to keep an eye on the sky during dinner and afterward.
How does the evening end?
After additional time for aurora-watching if possible, the group transfers back to Kiruna where overalls and boots are returned and the experience concludes.