Sameland Retreat

WINTER IN SWEDISH LAPLAND SAMELAND RETREAT 

Your hideaway in Swedish Lapland. Sleep under the stars. Experience the Arctic North.

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The Season

Where winter freezes time.

Snow-laden pines, silent lakes, and skies that pulse with aurora. Every night at Sameland is measured in stillness — every morning arrives in colours you have never seen before. Ten Mirror Glass Cabins, each named after a figure from Norse mythology, each a world of its own.

Step 01Accommodation

Mirror Glass Cabins

Two mirror-glass sanctuaries — same silence, different view.

Cabin 01

Arctic Lake View Cabin

Outside, an Arctic lake stretches to the horizon — shimmering in winter light, frozen and still, reflecting the sky above. Floor-to-ceiling glass puts you at the centre of it all, with nothing between you and the water that defines this corner of Lapland. On the finest nights, the Northern Lights dance directly overhead, mirrored in the ice below. Step onto your private deck, breathe in the Arctic air, and let the stillness do its work.

Cabin Facts

  1. 01Accommodates 2–4 Guests (2 adults & 2 children)
  2. 02Queen-Size Bed & Premium Queen Mattress Loft
  3. 03Floor-to-Ceiling Mirror Glass
  4. 04Panoramic Lake Views
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Cabin 02

Arctic Forest View Cabin

Ancient pines surround you on every side — snow-laden, silent, and seemingly endless. Floor-to-ceiling glass brings the Lapland forest directly into your cabin, where light filters through the trees at angles that change by the hour. In the evening, the forest darkens and the Northern Lights occasionally break through the canopy above. Your private deck opens straight into the wilderness.

Cabin Facts

  1. 01Accommodates 2–4 Guests (2 adults & 2 children)
  2. 02Queen-Size Bed & Premium Queen Mattress Loft
  3. 03Floor-to-Ceiling Mirror Glass
  4. 04Panoramic Forest Views
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Step 02Amenities · Winter

Rest. Explore. Experience.

Curated encounters with the Arctic — pick what stirs you.

Experience 01

Snowmobile Adventure

Experience the freedom of exploring the Arctic wilderness on the latest Ski-Doo machines. Choose between 2-, 4- and 6-hour backcountry tours across frozen lakes, forests and off-the-beaten-path trails — always with experienced local guides, suitable for beginners and experienced riders alike.

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Experience 02

Husky Sledding Expedition

Feel the energy of the huskies, the silence of the wilderness and the bond between musher and dogs. Lead your own team through snow-covered forests — or sink into the sled and let Lapland drift past. Guided by experienced local mushers.

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Experience 03

Snowshoe Hike Adventure

Slow down and experience the Arctic at nature's pace. Trek through pristine snow-covered forests and frozen lakes on snowshoes — with a local guide, high-quality equipment and hot drinks along the way.

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Experience 04

Ice Fishing Adventure

Drill through the ice on a frozen lake and try your luck catching Arctic char or perch, then challenge yourself with a clay shooting session in the snowy wilderness. Guiding, equipment, hot drinks and snacks included.

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Experience 05

Reindeer Experience

Meet and feed Lapland's most iconic animal by hand, learn about their role in Sami culture and capture unforgettable photos with our friendly reindeer herd. Short, simple and unforgettable — perfect for families.

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Experience 06

Helicopter Sightseeing Tour

Soar above Swedish Lapland on a 30-minute scenic flight — endless forests, frozen lakes and snow-covered valleys from the air. Custom flights and private shuttles available on request.

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Experience 07

Ice Drifting Experience

Master the art of drifting on ice with professional instructors on specially prepared frozen tracks. Half-day or full-day programmes, more than 15 track layouts, progressive coaching — from your first controlled slide to full sideways control.

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Experience 08

Buggy Drift Adventure

Race and drift specially prepared side-by-side buggies on snow-covered ice tracks — instant acceleration, incredible grip and controlled slides. Drive yourself or ride along as co-driver; 2-hour, half-day and full-day programmes.

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Experience 09

Evening Torchwalk

As darkness falls, the forest transforms into a magical realm lit by the warm glow of torches. Walk beneath the stars with a local guide, warm up with hot drinks by the campfire — and watch for the Northern Lights overhead.

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Experience 10

Horseback Riding in the Snow

Explore the silent Arctic wilderness on sure-footed Icelandic horses — through birch forests, untouched snow and frozen river valleys. Guided forest rides for all levels, or a private wilderness ride tailored to your group.

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Experience 11

Backcountry Skiing

Leave the groomed trails behind and discover untouched Arctic powder. Wide-open snowfields, quiet forests and panoramic views across frozen lakes — introductory tours or full-day expeditions with certified guides.

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Experience 12

Arctic Spa – Jacuzzi & Ice Bath

Private wood-fired saunas, steaming outdoor hot tubs and cold plunges beneath the Northern Lights. Start with the warmth, let the Arctic air surround you — then take the plunge. Warm towels, robes and refreshments included.

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Experience 13

Private & Corporate Experiences

Every activity at Sameland Retreat can be tailored for private groups or corporate events — fully branded, personally organised and delivered with the attention to detail that Triple X Adventures is known for.

Step 03Dining

Taste of the North

Fire, forest and fjäll on the plate.

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Jay Jay's — dining experience at Sameland Retreat
Course 01

Jay Jay's

Signature restaurant

Our favourite place — and once you've been, yours too. Local Lapland ingredients take centre stage: game from the region, Arctic catches, wild berries and Sami culinary traditions brought together by our team of chefs.

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Open Fire Cooking — dining experience at Sameland Retreat
Course 02

Open Fire Cooking

The method

Our chefs cook with live fire and local ingredients — game from the region, Arctic catches, forest berries — creating dishes that could only exist up here. The fire isn't decoration. It's the method.

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The Igloo & Ice Bar — dining experience at Sameland Retreat
Course 03

The Igloo & Ice Bar

After dark

Cool things down after a day in the Arctic — the Igloo Ice Bar is the perfect spot for a drink unlike any other. Chilled in every sense of the word, and one of the most memorable ways to end a Lapland evening.

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Step 04Our Story

The Art of Quiet Luxury

The Art of Quiet Luxury

The Founder's Note

Sameland Retreat was born from a simple vision: to create a place where luxury is defined not by excess, but by space, silence and a genuine connection with nature. Hidden among the pristine forests and crystal-clear lakes, our ten exclusive Mirror Glass Cabins offer an experience unlike any other.

Although the retreat feels wonderfully secluded, you're only minutes from Arvidsjaur's airport, restaurants, shops and local life. It is a rare place where complete tranquillity and modern convenience exist side by side — allowing you to disconnect from everyday life.

Here, time slows down. Days are shaped by the rhythm of nature, and evenings end beneath star-filled skies and, if you're lucky, the dancing Northern Lights. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to create a place where you can breathe deeply, reconnect with nature and rediscover what truly matters.

A place where people can step away from the noise of everyday life, reconnect with themselves, with the people they love and with nature. My greatest wish is that every guest leaves with something they cannot pack in a suitcase: a calmer mind, renewed energy and memories that stay with them long after they return home. If Sameland Retreat gives you even a small piece of that, then we have achieved everything we dreamed of. Welcome home.

Janina, Founder & CEO Sameland Retreat

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