When visiting Scandinavia, be it in Norway, Sweden, Finland, or Iceland, you know you have to make the most out of the trip. But with such a big region, how can anyone narrow the list of things to do down? This little article is here to help you tackle that straight on with our own list of ‘must-do’s in Scandinavia.

1. Northern Lights

This is something you cannot miss! The northern lights, also known as Aurora Borealis, is a beautiful natural phenomenon that lights up the night sky in Norway. The coloured flares cannot be found anywhere else in the world, and are incredibly rare to catch, so if you do catch one on your trip, don’t forget to immortalize the moment with your camera.

2. Whale Watching

Norway and Iceland are excellent destinations for a whale safari. Home to whales such as the magnificent Blue whale, and the beautiful Beluga, and many others, Norway and Iceland are both excellent options for whale enthusiasts. Even if you aren’t so much a fan of whales, the moment where you catch sight of the mammal is still absolutely magical, and an experience you won’t regret.

3. Korketrekkeren

Never heard of this before? Don’t worry, because you will once you hit Oslo. This is one of the toughest and fastest toboggan rides in Oslo, and it spans of two kilometers. It would take you roughly ten minutes to ride down the monster slope, and you can get right back up with a train ride to go down the slope again.

4. Geirangerfjord

This is a UNESCO World Heritage site that welcomes you to get lost in it. It is a small haven for wildlife and nature lovers alike. Tucked away in Norway, it is a major tourist hotspot, and for those who are looking for an adventure, this little fjord is absolutely where you’d find it.

5. Jumbostay

For all who are looking for a weird and quirky stay, Jumbo stays has got you covered. It offers you a stay in a giant jumbo jet. Yes, you read right. A jet plane hotel. It is a Swedish hotel that sleeps 76 people, with one of the rooms being the cockpit of the plane. Although the plane is constantly on the ground, the hotel would certainly fly you straight into dreamland with their comfortable rooms.