Turn off the lights and let the cable car carry you closer to space, up Mount Nuolja. Slowly, you glide up to STF Aurora Sky Station, 900 meters above sea level. The mighty mountains before you, the starry sky above, and the silence around you create a sense of eternity and infinity. Nature itself breathes with anticipation. With a little luck, the crackling Northern Lights suddenly begin to dance across the sky above, and you find yourself in the middle of a meeting between earth and space.

Abisko offers the best conditions in the world for experiencing the magical Northern Lights. Our guides take you to the best spots to see the aurora and share stories about the phenomenon, Lapland, the Sámi people, and the region’s rich culture and traditions.

The evening begins with a two-kilometre cable car ride to STF Aurora Sky Station. Here, sweeping views, an outdoor terrace, and a cosy café with fika and drinks await. You can listen to a presentation about the Northern Lights and join a short hike on the mountain.

In case of severe Arctic weather, the experience takes place in our wood-fired Lavvu in the national park, followed by hikes to the best Northern Lights spots of the evening. Later, warm drinks and northern Swedish delicacies are served in the Lavvu, with opportunities to talk about nature, the aurora, and the history of Abisko.

Dates and times

The next season starts in October 2026 and runs through March 2027.

Included

• Guide
• Cable car ticket round trip, alternatively a visit to the Lavvu
• Warm clothing and shoes

Book

There are only 40 spots available for the Northern Lights Night activity, so we recommend that you book and pay for your visit in advance. Drop-in is possible subject to availability and tickets can be bought at the cable car.

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Accommodation and food

Extend your stay in Abisko by staying and enjoying great food with us at STF Abisko Turiststation. We offer accommodation in a hotel, hostel, and cabins, as well as two restaurants.

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Important information

When booking any of our experiences at STF Aurora Sky Station, we cannot guarantee that you will see the Northern Lights, as it is a natural phenomenon. The booking becomes binding once the cancellation policy comes into effect, and no refunds are made if weather conditions affect the cable car’s ability to operate. For more information and booking terms, see the information sheet.