Join us for an authentic stay and full immersion into the world of the Great North and sled dogs.
Live an unforgettable adventure in complete safety, thanks to our team of professionals and high-quality equipment. Step out of your comfort zone and reconnect with life’s simple pleasures: a fire, hearty hot meals, cozy and rustic camps, warmth, good vibes, and friends—both two- and four-legged.
Why choose Flarken Adventure for your trip to Swedish Lapland?
To experience Adventure with a capital A, guided by a team of true northern enthusiasts.
Putting the dogs’ well-being first
Our lives revolve around our dogs.
They live in pairs in spacious 50 m² enclosures. Outside of working hours, they enjoy downtime in over a hectare of wooded parkland. Their health is a top priority. In addition to a high-quality diet, they receive regular veterinary check-ups and osteopathic care every spring.
We also have our own “dog retirement home,” where nearly 30 retired dogs live peacefully. Some have passed their 15th birthday and have been enjoying a well-deserved rest for several years. They too go out for a daily stroll in the woods, at their own pace… and the more energetic ones still love to join us on gentle cani-hiking outings when they feel like it.
A Place Rooted in the North
Flarken is a former farm made up of several buildings, all dedicated to our work with the dogs. In 2022, encouraged by our friend Vincent from Bertolotti Logs — and thanks to his invaluable help — we embarked on the construction of two log cabins.
The first is our sauna, complete with a spacious relaxation area. The second is a beautiful, cozy reception lounge, built entirely of roundwood.
These two welcoming spaces are yours to enjoy during your stay with us — and we’re sure you’ll spend some memorable moments there.
An experienced and dedicated team
Our team is made up of experienced guides and dedicated handlers, all passionate about dogs and the Great North.
Fabien has over 34 years of experience in dog sledding, including 26 years guiding the public. He was training director within the French Federation of Sled Sports and actively contributed to the development of the official certification required to practice this activity in France.
Naturally, he organizes an annual training session in wilderness first aid and orientation for his team. He is assisted by Francis Marchecourt, a former instructor at the CREPS training center in Ajaccio and a lifelong first aid instructor with the SNSM (French sea rescue organization) in Corsica.
Simple and Authentic Cuisine
While some choose convenience by serving freeze-dried meals to their guests, we’ve chosen to add to your Arctic experience with a taste of local specialties.
During your stay, you’ll get to enjoy dishes made with reindeer, moose, Arctic char, and other local ingredients, often paired with mushrooms and berries we gather ourselves in the summer.
Blueberries, cloudberries, raspberries and redcurrants are turned into delicious homemade jams you’ll enjoy at breakfast.
So, sorry… this probably isn’t great news for your diet!
Rustic and Unique nature camps
Settling far from tourist spots brings significant challenges, and finding accommodations in the woods was not easy.
We were fortunate to meet forest rangers from the Holmen company who trusted us. Thanks to them, we were able to restore and breathe new life into two old cabins they owned.
Another of our camps is mobile and inspired by John Krakauer’s novel Into the Wild. The last one is located on an island in the middle of a lake and consists of several very cozy cabins.
Without water or electricity but all equipped with a sauna, we refer to them as “premium rustic” accommodations.
High-Quality Equipment for Your Comfort and Safety
At Flarken, you won’t find old wooden sleds from the Gold Rush era. We use sleds made in France by Antipode, a company with over 30 years of experience and widely regarded as the best manufacturer in the world.
In Swedish Lapland, we spend five months of the year below 0°C. The gear we use daily — gloves, boots, parkas, and more — undergoes extreme conditions and is essential not only for comfort but sometimes for survival. Having tested and approved this equipment ourselves, we provide it to complement your personal gear.
Convinced by your choice ? So contact us !
This post is also available in: 
Français
