Experience the thrill of scaling an ice wall in Finland and feel a rush like none other while ice climbing in Pyhä!
Take your vacation in Finland to new heights while enjoying a rush of adrenaline and join this safe and exciting excursion, ice climbing in Pyhä! Welcoming beginners and adventurers ages 12 and up.
The Pyhä-Luosto National Park is one of the jewels of Finnish Lapland, situated in northern Finland. Home to a vast and pristine wilderness, majestic fells, as well as dense and ancient forests, it is also the location of the famed Pyhä Ski Resort. However, this area isn't just for skiing! If you're visiting this picturesque region during winter and hoping to try something completely different, this beginner-guided excursion, ice climbing in Pyhä is for you!
The fun-filled excursion, ice climbing in Pyhä, begins at the meeting point. There, you and your group (a maximum of 12 participants) will be greeted by your seasoned instructor. After a safety and itinerary briefing, you'll be provided with your ice climbing equipment, including a helmet, a harness, crampons, ice axes, and footwear (if needed). Fully geared up, you'll set out on the 10-minute walk to the Tajukangas ice wall.
Upon your arrival, the adventure begins! You'll receive a comprehensive introduction to ice climbing, ice climbing equipment, and ice climbing techniques. Your instructor will also provide a demonstration on the Tajukangas ice wall. After your equipment's been double-checked and you're hooked into your instructor's rope, it's time to garner your courage and start ice climbing!
Each climber will have a minimum of 2 climbs with a maximum height of 20 metres (65 feet). The higher you climb, the more spectacular the views are below, if you dare look! As an added bonus, in between climbs or after you're finished, you'll be treated to hot beverages around a crackling campfire, the perfect way to warm up in the frigid temperatures of Finnish Lapland! You'll return to the original departure point, victorious and happy with your time spent ice climbing in Pyhä!
Cross another item off your bucket list in Finland and book this unforgettable excursion, ice climbing in Pyhä today!
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Practical information
- Arrival at the meeting point in Pyhätunturi (please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time)
- Meet your experienced instructor
- Welcome plus safety and itinerary briefing
- Receive the ice climbing equipment (helmet, harness, crampons, and ice axe)
- Head to the Tajukangas ice wall (10-minute walk)
- Introduction to ice climbing and ice climbing techniques
- Demonstration by the instructor
- The adventure begins!
- Ice climbing
- Hot beverage break around a fire
- Return to the original departure point in Pyhätunturi
Please note that all participants must be in good physical condition to participate in this excursion.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time.
This activity is not suitable for those who are afraid of heights.
- Instructor
- Helmet
- Harness
- Crampons
- Ice axe
- Hot beverages
- Hotel transfers
- Meal
- Snowsuit
- Warm underlayers
- Winter boots
- Wool socks
- Gloves or mittens
- Hat
- Scarf
- Snacks
- Water
- Camera