Traverse the magical snow-covered landscapes of Finnish Lapland on this overnight, guided snowshoeing tour in Pyhä-Luosto National Park!
Experience the serenity of nature in the snow-capped forests of Finland during this immersive overnight, guided excursion, snowshoeing in Pyhä-Luosto National Park from Pyhä. Delicious meals, cosy accommodations, and a Finnish sauna are also included! Welcoming Arctic explorers ages 14 and up.
Northern Finland's celebrated Pyhä-Luosto National Park is located in Finnish Lapland and covers an approximate distance of 142 square kilometres (55 square miles). This spectacular protected natural space is known for its rugged landscapes, dense forests, and breathtaking 14 fells (rounded mountains). What better way to explore this incredible region than with a seasoned wilderness guide on an overnight, guided excursion, snowshoeing in Pyhä-Luosto National Park?
The adventure, your overnight guided excursion of snowshoeing in Pyhä-Luosto National Park, begins at the meeting point in Pyhä. There, you and your group (a maximum of 6 people) will be greeted by your experienced instructor and guide. After a safety and itinerary briefing, you'll be provided with your snowshoes, poles, and gaiters. Next, you'll board the scenic transfer to the departure point in Pyhä-Luosto National Park. Upon your arrival, you'll pack your touring sled and will receive an introduction to backcountry snowshoeing. Now, the fun starts!
You'll set off into the snow-covered Arctic wilderness, enjoying the fresh air and the tranquillity of nature in Finnish Lapland. Midway, you'll stop for a well-deserved break with an outdoor lunch. Don't forget your camera! Reaching the remote cabin, you'll unpack your belongings and will be treated to a delicious Finnish dinner and sauna! The perfect way to unwind and warm up after a day in the great outdoors.
The excursion, snowshoeing in Pyhä-Luosto National Park, continues the next morning after you've had an amazing sleep. Once your things are packed and you've had a hearty breakfast, you'll strap on your snowshoes for a hike without the tour sled through the picturesque Rykimäkuru Gorge, returning to the cabin for lunch. The tour, snowshoeing in Pyhä-Luosto National Park, continues back to the original departure point, where you'll board the transfer to Pyhä with lifelong memories of Finnish Lapland!
For an unforgettable adventure in Finland, don't miss this guided overnight excursion, snowshoeing in Pyhä-Luosto National Park from Pyhä!
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Practical information
DAY 1
- Arrival at the meeting point in Pyhätunturi (please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time)
- Meet your experienced guide
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Receive your snowshoes, poles, and gaiters
- Scenic transfer to the departure point in Pyhä-Luosto National Park
- Arrival
- Pack the snowshoe tour sleds
- Introduction to backcountry snowshoeing techniques
- The adventure begins!
- Snowshoeing
- Wilderness lunch
- The adventure continues to the remote cabin
- Dinner
- Optional sauna
DAY 2
- Breakfast
- Pack your belongings
- Morning snowshoe tour (without the tour sleds)
- Lunch at the cabin
- Hike through Rykimäkuru Gorge
- Snowshoe back to the original departure point
- Scenic transfer back to the meeting point Pyhätunturi
- Arrival slated for 5:00 p.m.
Please be advised that all participants must be in good physical condition to take part in this excursion.
Please list the address of your accommodations and any dietary restrictions when booking.
In addition, please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 before the departure time.
This overnight ski touring excursion welcomes beginners and is labelled as a 'moderate' difficulty level.
- Transportation to and from the meeting point to the departure location
- Instructor/guide
- Snowshoes
- Poles
- Gaiters
- Overnight accommodations
- Touring sled
- Meals
- Hotel transfers
- Warm and waterproof winter coat and snowpants
- Several warm underlayers
- Wool socks
- Winter boots
- Change of clothing
- Hat
- Scarf
- Gloves/mittens
- Towel
- Swimwear
- Environmentally-friendly toiletries
- Snacks
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses/goggles
- Camera