Hikes in the Midnight sun summer 2017 King s trail Abisko Kebnekaise Midsummer special

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1 Hikes in the Midnight sun summer 2017 King s trail Abisko Kebnekaise Midsummer special Come along for a hike in the land where the sun never sets and spend some time, celebrating whit us, the Swedish holiday Midsommar (Midsummer). It s generally very calm on the trail and in the cabins this early in the season. You ll get to see new flowers brake their way through the ground every day. Easily described as really fantastic time to be hiking in the mountains! This year, we offer two dates, one for celebrating Midsommar on Kebnekaise Mountain station and one if you prefer to celebrate it in the mountains. The northern part of the Kings s trail goes from Abisko Nationalpark, full of wildlife, heading south towards Kebnekaise massive alp tops. During your hike, you ll pass by some of Sweden s most beautiful valleys, surrounded by mountains and glacis as well as rivers and beautiful nature. It s important for us that we know that you re in good and healthy condition due to the fact that some days are 20 km or longer, and some parts also with quite some difference in altitude. It s also to prefer that you have earlier experiences from hiking with a backpack. You ll carry your own belongings and, at most, food for two days, which means that your backpack s weight will increase with 1-2 kg from your original packing back home. Experience the sun at midnight! Meet other hikers on the trail! Day or night in Abisko?

2 Prel. program 21/6 Gather at Abisko Turiststation at 5 o clock pm. Dinner in the restaurant at Abisko Turiststation, information about the hike. 22/6 The start of Kungsleden, we follow the Abisko river to lake Abiskojaure. Distance 15 km, difference in altitude m. 23/6 Midsommar! Up into the high mountains to the cabins at Lake Alesjaure. Sauna in the evening! Distance 20 km, difference in altitude m 24/6 Today s leg to the Tjäktja mountain-cabin is short and gives you time to enjoy the high mountains around the cabin. Distance 13 km, difference in altitude m. 25/6 We cross over the Tjäktjapass at 1140 m. The valley Tjäktjavagge opens up. Sauna in the evening! Lodging at the Sälka cabins. Distance 12 km, difference in altitude m, -300 m 26/6 An easy days walks through Tjäktja Valley to the cabins at Singi. Mighty views all day. Distance 12 km, difference in altitude -100 m 27/6 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 m, -150 m 28/6 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 m. The program can change due to current weather conditions Group size 6-14 The tour is recommended to people years of age in good physical health. Kids aged are welcome together with their parents Included in the price: Guide Fullboard accommodation at Abisko and at Kebnekaise Mountain stations Meals and beds in the huts along Kungsleden Abisko-Nikkaluokta Sauna in Abiskojaure, Alesjaure and Sälka Boat on Lake Ladtjojaure Meal in Nikkaluokta Dates: 21-28/6 Price adult, member in the STF: 7845 SEK, nonmembers pay 8545 SEK Price kids aged 14-15, member in the STF: 5345 SEK, nonmembers pay 8545 SEK Book at STF Fjallbokning: or at fjallbokning@stfturist.se

3 Welcome to Kungsleden, Abisko-Kebnekaise General information Here are a few practical details about your hike. For this mountain-hike you should have good condition. Distances between the mountain-cabins vary from 13 to 20 km. Difference in altitude on a single leg, maximum 300 meter. (Day-tour to Kebnekaise summit, 1400 meter) Suitable map is Swedish mountain map BD 6. 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 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 in Alesjaure and Sälka you will find small shops were you can buy dried and canned food, drinks and snacks etc. There is no fresh food for sale in the mountain-cabins. There is also a small shop at Abiskojaure where you can find some food but not with the same variation as in Sälka and Alesjaure. Sauna In Abiskojaure, Alesjaure and Sälka you can enjoy a sauna! Transport of clothes... You can send things not needed for the hike by bus ( bussgods ) to Nikkaluokta. Bring a small bag to pack your things in. You will find necessary transport-documents in the shop at Abisko Turiststation. Equipment On the backside of the paper 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 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 Abisko Easiest journey is by train direct to our own railway-station. Alternative by air to Kiruna, change to bus or train. Transfer-time 1, 5 hours. Travel from Nikkaluokta Easiest journey is by bus to Kiruna railway-station or Kiruna airport. Transfer-time 1 hour. For more information about travel please contact your local travel agency or: For local buses, please see Detailed information about meeting-time, guides etc. to participants of STF-groups will be sent 2-4 weeks before the hike. Have a nice hike on Kungsleden!

4 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. Basic clothing Socks made of wool, 2 sets. Underwear made of wool or synthetics, light, 2 sets. Shirt or sweater that dries easy A pair of rain and windproof pants A rain and windproof jacket Cap Gloves Live and sleep Sleeping bag or sheets Indoor clothes and shoes Prevent sunglasses Blisterplaster: Leukoplast/Elastoplast Sun protection Sun goggles Carry Backpack, approx. 60 litres with a relief belt Eat thermos and a mug Camping set with fork, knife and spoon Water bottle Path finding Map Compass Other equipment insulated pad knife Camera Binoculars Leather proofing for boots Matches or a lighter A small torch Hygiene Toothbrush and paste A small soap

5 A small towel Toilet paper napkins