Prices for activities in Sälen vary depending on the season, difficulty level and whether you book in advance. SkiStar’s price example for Christmas week 2026 is 612 kronor per day for the whole of Sälen; a week’s holiday for an adult in 2027 costs around 3,100 kronor, according to price surveys. Children under the age of seven usually ski for free when accompanied by an adult wearing a helmet. Ski hire costs around 350–450 kronor per day for adults and 200–300 for children. For cross-country skiing, the package price is often around 200–300 kronor per day.
How much does a week in Sälen cost? – Sample budget for 8 people
Sample calculation for eight adults for a winter week in January–March, the whole house and what is usually included in the week’s package:
- Accommodation: The Skiers Lodge for 8 guests in Lindvallen costs, during the winter season, from 56,100 SEK for a short week (Sunday–Thursday) and 81,950 SEK for a weekend (Thursday–Sunday), during the school holidays (7–9) SEK 112,200; if you share a larger house, it works out cheaper per person: The Olarslodgen for 21 guests costs 72,500 SEK for a full winter week, which works out at around 3,450 SEK per person if the house is fully booked; the Sälengodset for 21 guests costs 82,500 SEK. Low season (spring, summer and autumn): one week from 25,500 SEK in Sälengodset and 21,250 SEK for a short week in Olarslodgen.
- Ski pass: SkiStar sets the price on the date of the booking and does not publish a price table; their own price example for Christmas week 2026 is 612 SEK per day for the full Sälen pass and 295 SEK per day for the Högfjället Destination Pass, representing a price increase of around 4–4.5 per cent compared with last year. Children up to and including the age of 6 ski for free, and the 6-day pass entitles the holder to 8 days’ skiing. Expect to pay around 3,000–3,200 SEK per adult for the week during peak season.
- Activities: Snowmobile safari from 995 SEK per snowmobile for 1.5 hours; two people can share; dog sledding from 1,599 SEK per adult and 1,229 SEK per child; Experiums bowling: 425–450 SEK per lane per hour; fishing licence: 130 SEK per day; guided ice fishing: 995 SEK per person.
- Food: Cooking for yourself in the house’s kitchen is the norm – all houses have fully equipped kitchens, with two each in Sälengodset and Fjällgodset; a private chef from our partners is available on request for each group.
- Journey: By car from Stockholm: approximately five to six hours; Scandinavian Mountains Airport: 20 minutes from the houses; the Snälltåget train to Mora with a connecting bus on Saturdays from 19 December to 10 April.
Total for eight people in Olarslodgen for a winter week outside the school holidays: accommodation approx. 3,450 SEK per person if the house is fully booked with 21 people, otherwise 72,500 SEK divided between eight, plus ski passes approx. 3,100 SEK and activities of your choice. Available weeks and exact prices: Rent a holiday home in Sälen.
Ski pass
How much a ski pass costs per day and per week, what’s included, and how the 6+2 rule works: How much do ski passes cost in Sälen?.
Food
There are food shops in the market squares in Lindvallen, Tandådalen and the village of Sälen, with ICA Nära and Coop in the Centrumhuset; one evening with a private chef is offered per group, and dining out is in line with the restaurants’ price range. The restaurants: restaurants and cafés in Sälen.
Travelling
By car, fly to Scandinavian Mountains Airport or take the train to Mora and then the bus: flights to Sälen. The events that determine prices, with dates: events in Sälen.
Cost of winter activities
In snowmobile safari Prices start at 995 kronor per snowmobile for 1.5 hours and go up to 3,400 kronor for a full day. dog team Prices start at 1,599 kronor per adult and 1,229 kronor per child for a 1.5-hour trip. Group ski lessons cost between 900 and 1,400 kronor, whilst a private lesson starts at around 700 kronor per hour.
Complementary experiences
In addition to skiing, there are many other activities: snowshoe hike (400–800 SEK), spa admission (250–400 SEK), bowling (300–500 SEK per lane per hour). The price for private chef in the cottage is set by the chef in question and varies depending on the menu and the group. Guided winter fishing starts at around 800 SEK. In summer, MTB hire costs around 300–500 SEK per day and guided walks 400–700 SEK.
Planning and budgeting tips
For the best price, it's a good idea to book well in advance of Christmas, New Year, sports holidays and Easter. Compare what is included in the price - some organisers offer packages that include accommodation, equipment and insurance. Always check cancellation conditions and supplements before paying. This way you can plan an active, safe and balanced week in Sälen without unexpected costs.
Live smart - experience more
Want to make your activity week extra comfortable? Book a accommodation in Sälen for active stays near the slopes or choose a experience that complement your stay, for example snowmobile safari or dinner with private chef in the cabin. Suitable for companies and groups teambuilding in the mountains perfect for combining activity and relaxation. With the right mix of winter activities and luxurious accommodation, you’ll get the most out of every krona. Are you planning to Rent a holiday home in Sälen For this week, you can find the properties, the number of beds and available dates here.
For inspiration on what you can experience, you can read more about popular Sälen Events all year round.