8 days tour

Snowshoeing In Finland

This tour includes:

Guide

Tour leader throughout

Meals

All breakfasts, five lunches and seven dinners are included. The food at Basecamp is a delicious range of local produce (Finnish food) all prepared on site by the in-house chef. Starters consist of a salad buffet with three or four different choices. The main courses consist of chicken, salmon and wild game such as elk. Dessert consists of lingonberries, blueberries and cloudberries that have often been picked by the chef. These berries are served with a selection of quark kurd, cream, ice cream, cakes and pancakes. Lunch normally consists of a hot soup with elk, salmon or vegetarian options.

Others

Flights from London (if booking incl. flights) Snowshoes and poles

Transport

Transfer to and from the airport is by heated minibus or taxi. All other transport is as per the itinerary.

Accommodation

Basecamp Oulanka is a superb self-sustaining wooden complex inspired by its wild, remote location. Twin rooms are in two separate buildings. The third building is a cosy restaurant and bar, with a log fire, sauna and outdoor hot tub. The heating system used throughout the complex relies totally on nature, using special wood pellets for fuel. Please be aware, multiple Exodus trips are running at Basecamp at the same time and you might share the room with a member of a different group. Please note, there are Exodus family groups at Basecamp during the school holidays.

Not included:

Others

โ€” Travel Insurance โ€” Single accommodation (available on request) โ€” Visas or vaccinations

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Itinerary of your trip Snowshoeing In Finland

  • Day 1 Day 1: Start Basecamp Oulanka (Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Start Basecamp Oulanka (Dinner)

      Our trip starts at Basecamp Oulanka, a complex of cosy wooden buildings in a remote location overlooking Juuma Lake and backing into Oulanka National Park.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Introduction To Snowshoeing With An Easy Hike In The National Park (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Introduction To Snowshoeing With An Easy Hike In The National Park (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

      In the morning, we are provided with all the equipment needed for a week of snowshoeing. We then head onto the frozen Juuma Lake for an easy walk to get used to our new form of transport. Our route leads us through snow-caked trees and along the Kitka River, passing an old flour mill by the Myllykoski rapids. The afternoon is free for a self-guided snowshoeing trip or just to relax at Basecamp in the sauna or hot tub.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Snowshoe Walk Over Suspension Bridge Around Lake Jyravajarvi And Castle Rocks (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Snowshoe Walk Over Suspension Bridge Around Lake Jyravajarvi And Castle Rocks (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

      Today's walk begins over a long suspension bridge that hangs across the Niskakoski rapids. We then head to the pristine frozen lake of Jyravajarvi where we can experience snowshoeing in total silence. This brings us to Pyรถreรคlampi, where we stop for a snack. After the rest, we walk across a secluded area to Linnakallio Castle Rocks, a beautiful wall of rock isolated on the riverbanks. Then we pass Jyrรคvรค, the biggest waterfall in the national park, and the Aallokko rapids. Along the path, you can also admire beautiful lichens hanging from the trees. On our return to Basecamp, we cross a second suspension bridge over the Myllykoski rapids.

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Tour leaving from Kuusamo

Kuusamo is a city located in Finland, known for its beautiful natural landscapes and outdoor activities. Oulanka National Park and Riisitunturi National Park are popular destinations for nature lovers. Additionally, Kuusamo offers the opportunity to see the Northern Lights, a stunning spectacle in the night sky.

Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 16 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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