Ice Climbing in Abisko

Ice climbing is one of the most popular activities to do in Abisko because it is one of Sweden’s best places to go  ice climbing. In and around Abisko there are a lot of different icefalls for beginners as well as experienced ice climbers. The many icefalls and the beautiful surroundings with the Abisko Mountains and the veiw  over lake Torneträsk is some of the reasons why ice climbing in Abisko is so spectacular.

The tour starts with a short drive to the icefall where your guide will provide you with ice climbing equipment and take you through the first basic steps of climbing vertical ice and instructions on how to handle ice climbing crampons and ice axes.

Make sure you dress warm and you will get one of the best arctic experiences in your life!

TOUR DETAILS

• The morning tour starts at 9.30 and the afternoon tour starts at 14.00. The duration is approximately 3 hours. In the afternoon we use spotlights and head torches to illuminate the Ice wall.
• The tour includes transfers from/to your accommodation in Abisko or Björkliden and equipment for ice climbing; alpine boots (Sizes 36-48, EU), crampons, harness, and helmet

LAST-MINUTE RESERVATIONS

• This activity can be booked online until 2h before start.
• If you wish to join this tour on another time/date than those scheduled, please se the option for a Private guided tour

HOW TO DRESS FOR AN ICE CLIMBING TOUR

• Mittens / gloves
• Hat (avoid hats whit tassels etc. on them when it’s mandatory to use a helmet during this activity)
• Warm pants & jacket or an overall. It’s recommended to bring a backpack for an extra sweater if you get to cold when standing by the icefall or take some clothes of if you get to warm when climbing

AGE LIMIT

• Children must have have turned 10 years to participate in this activity
• For children between the ages of 10-16 it is required that paying guardians also participate in the tour
• 16-18 year olds may participate without an accompanying adult

Please be at your chosen pick-up location 5 minutes before the scheduled pick-up.
We will only stop at booked pickups according to the timetable.

Morning, Afternoon

• 09.30 and 14.00 Abisko Mountain Lodge
• 09.30 and 14.00 abisko.net/Hostel and Huskies
• 09.35 and 14.05 Abisko Guesthouse
• 09.40 and 14.10 STF Abisko Turiststation
• 09.50 and 14.20 Björkliden – Hotell Fjället
• 09.50 and 14.20 Björkliden – Gammelgården
• 09.50 and 14.20 Björkliden – Camping

Last-minute reservations

This trip can be booked online until 2h before start.

Terms and conditions

Please see: Terms and Conditions and FAQ