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Icebreaker Cruise
In Swedish Lapland

ARCTIC EXPLORER cruise in Lapland

Breaking the ice is just the beginning! Sail through frozen seas, swim in the icy Arctic, and discover everything else this unforgettable adventure includes.

Polar Explorer Icebreaker cruise experience in Lapland
Experience the Arctic!
Book your Arctic Explorer Icebreaker Cruise today and make memories that will last a lifetime.
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DON'T COMPROMISE - GET THE BEST. ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE.

Embark on a real Arctic adventure and join the daily mission of the Arctic Explorer Icebreaker!

From December to March, the ship keeps the sea route open for other vessels in Piteå — and now you can be part of its crew for a 2-hour cruise.

Discover life and work aboard an Arctic icebreaker as you explore every deck — from the powerful engine room to the Captain’s bridge. Step out onto the frozen sea, enjoy warm juice in the cozy saloon, and even float in the dark icy water wearing a survival suit.

At the end of your experience, the Captain will award you a Cruise & Swim Certificate — your personal souvenir from this unforgettable Arctic journey.

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MORE THAN JUST AN ICEBREAKER

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Keittiön kalusteet

Arctic Ice Floating

Float effortlessly in the icy sea wearing a warm survival suit.
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Walk on the Frozen Sea

Step safely on the ice and capture amazing photos in front of the ship.
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Family Adventure

Children over 125 cm can join the swimming activity with their parents.
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Audio Guide App

Learn about icebreakers in your own language (16 available).
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Meet the local Crew

Visit the bridge and meet the captain and crew.
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Drone Friendly

Drones welcome for impressive aerial shots.
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BOOK YOUR CRUISE

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ARCTIC EXPLORER CRUISE 

€220

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Duration: 2 hours

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Experience the Arctic in full daylight

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No shuttle bus service*

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Walk on the frozen sea

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Guided tour with audio guide

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Float in icy waters wearing a survival suit

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Complimentary hot drink

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Cruise & Swim Certificate

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Free parking


Experience the Arctic in full daylight — cruise through the frozen sea, walk on ice, float safely in icy waters, and enjoy a warm drink as you take home your Cruise & Swim Certificate.

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Booking conditions for icebreaker cruises and accompanied services

CRUISE TIMETABLE
2025-2026

Icebreaking Adventure

Step aboard the Arctic Explorer Icebreaker and become part of a real Arctic mission in Piteå! From December to March, this powerful ship works daily to keep the sea route open through the frozen waters — and now you can join the crew for a 2-hour daylight adventure.

Guided Exploration

Discover what life is like on board an Arctic icebreaker as you explore every deck, from the roaring engine room to the Captain’s bridge. Step safely onto the frozen sea, take stunning photos, and feel the thrill of floating in the icy water wearing a warm survival suit.
After your adventure, relax in the cozy saloon with a cup of hot juice and receive your Cruise & Swim Certificate, personally signed by the Captain — a perfect keepsake from your unforgettable Arctic experience.

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How to get to the icebreaker

By own transportation

Address:

Norra Stenarmen 3,

941 43 Pitea, Sweden

Free parking is available at the cruise terminal.
No reservation is needed.

Distances

Lulea:       65 km (55 min drive)

Skelleftea:  70 km (50 min drive)

Arvidsjaur: 133 km (1 h 35 min drive)

Directions
Map highlighting northern Scandinavia with marked locations for Luleå and Arctic Explorer in Sweden, connected by a 45-minute travel time.
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