Itinerary
- Day 1
Rovaniemi
You'll start your Arctic adventure by heading to reindeer and husky farms near Rovaniemi. There you'll learn about these iconic Arctic animals and get to feed them yourself. After that, you'll trek through the Taiga forest with an outdoor guide. Since you'll be there during the midnight sun, you'll have plenty of light to explore. Your guide will point out Finnish wildlife and teach you some wilderness survival skills along the way.
Included Activities
- Visit reindeer farm and learn about reindeer habits
- Visit husky farm and feed huskies
- Wilderness survival trek in Taiga forest under the midnight sun
- Wildlife discovery and outdoor survival skills training
Landmarks Taiga Forest Rovaniemi - Day 2
Rovaniemi
This day involves paddling down the Arctic river by canoe, which gives you a different view of Rovaniemi from the water. Later, you'll visit the Rovaniemi Local Heritage Museum to see how people lived 100 years ago, including exhibits on traditional fishing, reindeer farming, and hunting. By evening, head to the best viewing point in the area. If the weather cooperates, you might catch the northern lights, and you'll definitely get to experience the Arctic night.
Included Activities
- Canoe on the Arctic river
- Visit Rovaniemi Local Heritage Museum
Optional Activities
- Evening Arctic night viewing and northern lights spotting (dependent on season and weather)
Landmarks Rovaniemi Local Heritage Museum Arctic River, Rovaniemi - Day 3
Rovaniemi
You have two options for this day depending on what interests you most. One choice is hiking through Korouoma Canyon and Auttiköngas waterfall national park to see dramatic cliffs and waterfalls. Your other option is visiting Ranua Wildlife Park, where you can see over 200 Nordic and Finnish animals like bears, wolves, and lynx. Either way, lunch is included, and afterward you'll get a transfer back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Lunch (Barbecue lunch (Option 1: Korouoma Canyon) or Buffet lunch at local restaurant (Option 2: Ranua Wildlife Park))
Included Activities
- Choice of Option 1: Visit Korouoma Canyon and Auttiköngas waterfall national park with hiking
- Choice of Option 2: Visit Ranua Wildlife Park to view Finnish and Nordic animals
Landmarks Korouoma Canyon Auttiköngas Waterfall Ranua Wildlife Park
