Untold Story Travel’s newest itinerary pairs luxury with once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters in Northern Norway.
If the idea of living among wolves and swimming beneath the Northern Lights sounds like a fantasy, Untold Story Travel is turning it into reality. The luxury tour operator—known for its bespoke, boundary-pushing itineraries—has unveiled Wolves, Whales & the Northern Lights, a private six-day journey through the wilds of Northern Norway that blends adventure, comfort and conservation.
Set in the snow-covered valleys of Målselv, deep inside the Arctic Circle, guests spend five nights at Wolf Lodge, an ultra-exclusive retreat that feels more like a secret sanctuary than a hotel. It’s home to a resident pack of socialized Arctic wolves, and under the care of wildlife expert Stig Sletten, travellers can observe and interact with them up close—a rare experience that’s as humbling as it is unforgettable.
The adventure doesn’t stop there. A private whale safari with marine biologist and National Geographic photographer Audun Rikardsen takes guests into icy fjords to spot orcas, humpbacks and sperm whales. For those feeling extra brave, Untold Story can even arrange a guided orca swim beneath the Northern Lights—a moment of pure awe that feels straight out of a dream.
Days are filled with snowmobiling and dogsledding, wood-fired saunas, and chef-prepared lunches served in a traditional lavvu tent. Evenings bring gourmet dinners by Chef Gunnar Jensen, named “Norway’s Best Chef,” with plates of reindeer, Arctic char and king crab. And when the aurora dances above a snow castle and bonfire outside, it’s easy to forget the rest of the world exists.
Rates start at around USD $30,000 per person, including accommodations, private chef and all guided excursions. Every stay supports the Polar Park Wolf Welfare Fund, helping protect the animals that make this part of Norway so extraordinary.
