Oulanka National Park with snowshoes - private excursion
Description
On the shore of Myllykoski you can see the Dipper diving in to the freezing water and the snowy trees standing along the wavy whitewater. The snowshoe trail follows the riverbank and goes to the middle of the wintery forest at times. We'll see frozen waterfall Jyrävä and icy riverbanks of Aallokkokoski. We’ll put up a campfire and have a trail meal by the fire. With good luck the Siberian Jays may come and greet us or we see otters playing on the riverbanks.
Duration is 3-4 hours (+ transfer) and length is 4-8 km. Your guide chooses the route and distance depending on current conditions. The route is moderately easy and suitable for everyone who is able to walk the same distance. Depending on the weather conditions and your wishes we walk with snowshoes or boots. If it is slippery, we have light carampons/spikes which you can use on your own shoes.
This is a private tour for 1-6 persons. Normal price is for 2 or more persons (adult or child). If you are traveling alone, choose solo traveler's price. Ask other departure times as well!
Included
- snowshoes and poles
- nettle pancakes and wild berry juice by the campfire (Please inform special diets at the time of booking)
- 1 tree. (We really love this nature around us and for every campfire we make, we plant a tree somewhere in the world)
- transfer from Ruka
- guide services and transfers
Excluded
Know before you go
- You need own outdoor clothing and boots which are suitable for current weather (winter and arctic conditions).
- drinking water for your own use
- Backpack. If you need to borrow one from us, just let us know beforehand.
- Remember to take your camera with full battery!