About Sidetracked
Adventure, community and wild places.
Our mission is simple - to help more people experience the outdoors, challenge themselves and discover just how extraordinary adventure travel can be.
Why I started Sidetracked Adventures…
Sidetracked was born from a love of wild places and a belief that adventure should be accessible, welcoming and unforgettable.
What started as one trip skiing hut-to-hut in Finnish Lapland has grown into a community of adventurous people exploring the Arctic, Scandinavia and the Alps together.
Our Values
wild places.
Adventure without the ego.
Thoughtfully designed adventures.
small groups.
Extraordinary guides.
Women owned
Looking after wild places
We want these places to stay wild.
That's why we:
Donate 1% of our revenue through 1% for the Planet
We make sure the donations go to effective climate charities like Clean Air Task force
Keep group sizes small
Empower our guests to travel sustainably
Encourage Leave No Trace principle
Continually review how we can reduce our environmental impact
We know we're not perfect, but we're committed to improving every year.
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meet the team
Sophie
Founder & International Wilderness GuideSophie founded Sidetracked after falling in love with the Finnish wilderness and swapping a career in graphic design for life as a wilderness guide. She's passionate about helping people step outside their comfort zones and discover just how magical adventure travel can be.
Chris
Chris is happiest when travelling through wild places under his own steam, whether by kayak, bike, skis or on foot. His passion for wilderness travel is infectious, and he loves sharing the simple joys of life outdoors with others, from spoon whittling to unforgettable Arctic landscapes.
International Wilderness Guide
Sirpa
Born and raised in Finland, Sirpa has been exploring Lapland her entire life. She loves sharing the peaceful atmosphere, endless landscapes and deep connection to nature that make the Finnish wilderness such a special place to spend time.
International Wilderness Guide
Charlie
Charlie has spent over a decade guiding in the mountains across Europe and now calls the Austrian Alps home. Passionate about hiking, skiing and all things outdoors, he loves sharing his enthusiasm for wild places, and is always keen for a game of cards at the end of the day.
International Mountain Leader
Emily
Based in Zermatt, Emily spends her days running, cycling, skiing and exploring the mountains. Her energy and enthusiasm for adventure are hard to rival, and she's always excited to help others discover what they're capable of outdoors.
International Mountain Leader
Lotta
Lotta believes that adventure isn't just about blue skies and perfect conditions. She loves helping people embrace everything that comes with being outdoors - from Arctic winds to snowy mountain days and showing just how rewarding it can be to step outside your comfort zone.
International Wilderness Guide
5.0 stars by 380 guests on our adventures
“Thank you sidetracked for an unforgettable trip of a lifetime! The hut-to-hut trip exceeded all my expectations!”
— Vicky / Hut-to-Hut Ski Tour“Hard to put into words how special our Sidetracked Adventure was! It was sheer perfection and the BEST holiday we’ve ever had”
— James / Kayak Archipelago“An absolute belter of a week from start to finish. Great info before the trip and quality guides to help you enjoy the Finnish wilderness.”
— Stu - Arctic Wilderness Traverse Follow the adventure
