Private Ice Fishing in Abisko on Lake Torneträsk, Swedish Lapland
Enjoy a private half-day ice fishing trip in Abisko, Swedish Lapland! Learn drilling techniques, fish for arctic char, and gather around a campfire.
Practical information
A private 3-hour ice fishing excursion on Lake Torneträsk or surrounding lakes in Abisko, Swedish Lapland.
- Private group format for 1 to 5 participants with an expert local guide.
- Complete equipment provided, including ice auger, rods, bait, fishing licenses, snowsuits, and boots.
- Preparation and cooking of catch over an open campfire when conditions allow, served with warm beverages and snacks.
Course of events
Please allow 3 hours on site for the entire experience.
- Pickup from selected accommodation in Abisko or Björkliden, or meeting at Abisko Guesthouse
- Short transfer to Lake Torneträsk or a nearby lake depending on ice and fishing conditions
- Fitting of thermal snowsuits and winter boots, followed by a safety briefing
- Guided walk onto the frozen lake to the fishing spot
- Ice fishing session with instruction on ice auger drilling, baiting, and jigging techniques for arctic char, whitefish, and grayling
- Campfire break with hot beverages, snacks, and cooking of caught fish when conditions permit
- Gathering of gear and walk back from the ice
- Return transfer to pickup point or Abisko Guesthouse
Activity requirements
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Minors aged 16 to 18 may participate without an accompanying adult.
Please arrive 5 minutes before the departure time.
Special terms
Since this is a private activity, you will pay the same rate, regardless of the number of participants.
Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent.
Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.
For participants arriving by car without pickup, the default meeting point is Abisko Guesthouse.
Pick-up locations (to specify upon booking):
- Abisko Mountain Lodge
- abisko.net/Abisko Fjällturer
- Abisko Guesthouse
- STF Abisko Turiststation
- Björkliden – Hotell Fjället
- Björkliden – Camping
- Björkliden – Gammelgården
Spoken languages:
English, SwedishIncluded
- Guide
- Ice fishing equipment (ice auger, fishing rods, bait, fishing licences)
- Snowsuits
- Warm winter boots
- Warm beverages
- Snacks
- Transfer from accommodation in Abisko and Björkliden
Excluded
- Gloves / mittens
- Warm hat
- Base layers and mid layers
Do not forget to bring
- Gloves / mittens
- Warm hat
- Thermal base layers (undershirt and long-johns)
- Fleece or wool mid-layer
- Backpack for extra warm clothing and personal belongings
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Step onto the frozen expanse of Lake Torneträsk for an authentic private ice fishing excursion in Abisko, surrounded by the quiet arctic wilderness of Swedish Lapland. Lake Torneträsk, the seventh largest lake in Sweden and one of the deepest in Scandinavia, provides an exceptional setting where traditional Nordic fishing heritage remains deeply rooted in local culture. As sunlight filters across the snowfields, the tranquil stillness of the wilderness sets the tone for an immersive arctic adventure in the heart of Swedish Lapland.
Your excursion begins as your local guide leads your private group across the snow-covered landscape toward the optimal fishing spot on the lake. You will learn essential winter skills, using a traditional ice auger to drill through the ice, setting bait, and mastering delicate jigging techniques to attract native fish species. Beneath the ice, cold-water fish like arctic char, whitefish, and grayling thrive in the pristine waters. While waiting for a catch, keep your eyes open for local arctic wildlife, including reindeer and native birds moving across the frozen shorelines. When conditions permit and luck is on your side, your guide will prepare and cook your fresh catch over an open campfire on the ice. Between fishing attempts, gather around the crackling fire to enjoy hot beverages and snacks while taking in panoramic views of the Abisko mountain range.
Designed as an exclusive private tour for groups of 1 to 5 participants, this ice fishing trip in Abisko welcomes complete beginners with no prior fishing experience required. A normal level of physical mobility is all you need for the moderate walking distances involved. Complete arctic outerwear, including warm snowsuits and winter boots, as well as all specialized fishing gear, tackle, bait, and required fishing licenses are fully provided. Children aged 10 and above are welcome to participate when accompanied by a paying guardian, making it an accessible winter outing for families and small groups seeking a personalized sub-arctic experience.
Operating throughout the winter season, ice fishing in Abisko offers excellent opportunities from early freezing through late spring snows. Book your private ice fishing excursion in Abisko today and discover the timeless traditions of arctic fishing above the Arctic Circle!