Peaceful and authentic Lapland

A tiny village with a population of only 80, set in the literal backwoods of Sweden’s Kiruna Municipality, Lannavaara is the very definition of “tranquil”. As a result, it is ideal for travellers seeking a visit to Santa that is the opposite of mass-market, and unquestionably their own.

Lannavaara sits alongside the Lainio, one of the finest fishing rivers in Europe, and Lattevarri, the forest fell whose name was adapted from Sami to serve as the name of the settlement itself. It has a long history of involvement with gold panning as well as gemology and reindeer herding which persists to this day.

At Transun, we select isolated locations like this to give you the authentic Lapland experience. We believe your experience should be unique to you, something you and your children will cherish for a lifetime. 

Being so remote, this location is also unparalleled when it comes to the clarity with which the Northern Lights can be seen, as there is no light pollution to obscure the beauty of this iconic phenomenon. Our expert staff can guide you to ensure you have the best chance possible of seeing the magical and mystical Aurora Borealis – to really make your friends back as green with envy as the lights themselves…

The air in Lannavaara is also so pure as to be almost intoxicating. Believed to be some of the cleanest in the world, it is the perfect detox for those looking for a breath of truly fresh air. In combination with stunning vistas and excellent treks, Lannavaara is the ideal place to stretch your legs, your eyes, and your lungs. 

While staying here, you’ll have the opportunity to meet the abundant reindeer, who you’ll fall in love with, as they’re essentially the VIPs of Lapland. In fact, most of the population of Lannavaara consists of reindeer herders. But keep your eyes peeled, as reindeer are not the only Arctic wildlife in the region – you might even be lucky enough to spy a moose (they’re hard to miss if you do)!