INCLUDED IN THE TRIP DAILY ITINERARY FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS TESTIMONIALS
Join a unique winter adventure where we create two types of snow shelters under the guidance of an experienced SFLO-certified guide. We combine hands-on building with good food and warm drinks, both below and above the tree line.
The goal is to enjoy nature while working methodically — first by digging a bivouac in a suitable snowdrift, and on day two by skiing up onto the open mountain plateau to build an igloo. It requires many hours of digging, sawing, and shaping, but the reward is waking up inside these remarkable creations.
The trip is led by Daniel Vilhelmsson Wesén, a trained mountain leader and nature & wilderness guide, who primarily leads tours and courses across Scandinavia.
You don’t need prior experience of sleeping outdoors in winter, but you should be able to ski 3–4 km with a backpack and still have enough energy left to dig and play ↟
INCLUDED IN THE TRIP
- At least one experienced mountain leader (SFLO-certified)
- Personal guidance on equipment, packing, and food
- Shared safety equipment, including satellite communication
- Hands-on guidance in building a bivouac and igloo
- Firewood for heating the cabin (day 2)
- The book Inspirational Outdoors, written by Daniel Vilhelmsson Wesén
Not included in the price
- Personal Equipment
- Camping Equipment
- Personal Insurance
- Drinks, Food & Snacks
Daily Itinerary
01. Dig, Build, Stay – A Night in a Snow Bivouac
We meet at the parking area and ski together up towards the tree line. There, we assess the terrain and search for the best spot to dig into a snowdrift. After a short briefing, we begin working methodically on building our shelters for the night. We help each other when needed, and once the bivouacs are complete, we take a shared walk-through. Everyone reflects on the building process — the challenges faced and how they were solved. If snow conditions are limited, we may instead build an smaller emergency bivouac.
02. Building an Igloo – A Day of Snow, Endurance and Teamwork
After our morning routines, we head up into the mountains and follow the trail to our destination. Once there, we change clothes, layer up, and bring out shovels and saws. The work begins with finding the right type of snow and learning the fundamentals of building a stable igloo. It’s easy to make it too large or miss the proper shape and entrance ramp, but with each attempt, we improve. The build takes time — expect 6–9 hours including breaks, lunch, and moments of play. The weather may shift, and we adapt as best we can. Fatigue is often noticeable when the igloo finally stands complete, but the feeling of having built your own shelter is unmatched.
03. Morning Light and Igloos – Take in the Moment
With a bit of luck, the day greets us with sunlight that makes the igloo glow, like the snow lanterns we built as children. We stay in our sleeping bags for a while, enjoying the warmth and a hot drink before preparing breakfast on our stoves. It is said that a well-built igloo can support the weight of a person — will you dare to test it? After a few final photos, we strap on our skis and glide back down towards the parking area, where our adventure comes to an end.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE BIVOUAC & IGLOO TOUR
Travel to and from the Tour
We start and finish the tour at Brottbäcksstugan, where there is a convenient parking area. As there is no public transport to the location, travelling by car is the best option.
Flexibility and Weather Conditions
The daily schedule is preliminary and may be adjusted depending on weather conditions and snow levels. The ambition is to carry out the tour as planned, but we will adapt the itinerary when necessary to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.