Finland Multi Activity
- Kandoo Multi-activity
- Kandoo Winter
- Kandoo Arctic
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A member of our team will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your accommodation in Hossa National Park. This evening, the guides and team will meet you at the restaurant for a welcome dinner and briefing.
This morning, after breakfast, we meet our musher guides and dogs and prepare to head out on an excursion into the wild Taiga forest on dog sleds. After an introduction to the dogs and some basic mushing techniques, we will set off, two per sled, across the serene, frozen lakes and into the remote woodland of the Hossa National Park. The only sound for miles will be the patter and snuffles of the dogs as they forge their way across this vast landscape.
This morning we embark on a thrilling adventure by snowmobile, away from civilisation into the heart of the wilderness. We fly along the tracks, cruising over the open spaces where all you can see for miles is crisp, white snow before delving into the forest and weaving through the dense boreal trees. We have lunch amidst the pines, before returning through the beautiful Finnish scenery to our base, cheeks flushed from the exhilaration of the ride.
Harnessed to a friendly husky and with a pair of snowshoes strapped to our feet, today's activity takes a steadier pace, allowing us to fully explore our wild, snowy surroundings and be engulfed by the silence of the forest. With the endless energy of the dogs to encourage us along, we venture deep into the wilderness, discovering hidden ridgelines and drooping spruces, keeping our eyes peeled for signs of beavers, moose and reindeer that are native to these parts.
Discover the art of the Inuit trapper lifestyle today, practising ancient techniques that were essential for native survival. Learn how to follow tracks and test your ice fishing skills; drilling your own hole into the ice to attempt a catch of one of the many perch that inhabit these waters. Then smoke your catch over the fire, before mastering the skill of igloo building. This afternoon we will also get the chance to visit a local reindeer farm and say hello to our faithful, mushing companions at the kennels.
With the help of your guide, an Arctic specialist, today you will try your hand at navigating. Once again donning your snowshoes and armed with a map and compass you will have the opportunity to lead your team deeper into the wild Taiga forest. In the late season, if you are lucky, you may encounter some of the local wildlife as it steps out of hibernation.
Today is a day to relax, indulge in your surroundings, enjoy the sauna or perhaps have a go at Nordic Skiing. If you would like to do another days snowshoeing with or without the dogs, this is also an option for today. For dinner this evening, we join together to enjoy a traditional Lappish meal of Kӓristys, or sautéed reindeer with cranberries.
This morning we say goodbye and transfer you to the airport in time for your flight.
The weather in Finland can be extremely cold in winter with temperatures
in Hossa rarely exceeding 0°C and dropping to as low as -30°C. Having a
more continental climate than the rest of Scandinavia, means that there is less
chance of rain, hard wind and unstable weather so generally expect cold but
calm conditions. We provide outer clothing for arctic conditions to help keep
you warm but with the right layers and proper equipment this trip is achievable
for anyone. If you are unsure about your suitability for this adventure, please
feel free to contact us.
You will have the opportunity to try traditional Finnish meals like
smoked fish, salmon soup, reindeer stew and traditional cakes. Please be aware
that due to the isolated nature of our accommodation, fresh fruit and
vegetables aren't always available. Breakfasts and dinners at the
accommodation will be in a buffet style and provide a range of options for you
to choose from. A picnic lunch will be provided each day including hot food
that will be cooked over a fire.
Please inform us of any dietary requirements when you book so that we
can cater to your needs.
The lodges/cottages we stay in at
our Basecamp have a double or twin room with lake views
and private
bathrooms.
There is a communal sauna
and wood fired hot tub on
the lakeshore which is open all day for guests of Basecamp to enjoy at their
leisure. Sheets,
blankets and bath towels are all provided although we recommend you bring a
second towel to use in the sauna.
Please be aware that you will be
grouped with others on similar timed flights for your transfer to our Basecamp
which means you may be waiting at the airport for a short while upon
arrival.
Foreign money can be exchanged at the Forex in Kuusamo airport on
arrival or you can bring money already exchanged with you, as the Euro is an
open currency. We would recommend the latter as we will be heading to a
remote area of Finland, so you may find it difficult to exchange your money
after leaving the airport.
The simplest way to pay for things in Hossa and Kuusamo is to use an
international credit card or debit card. Visa and Mastercard are
accepted everywhere alongside standard travel cards such as Monzo and
Revolut. You may wish to have some Euros to hand, to pay for drinks or
personal expenses from our basecamp. As with
most of Scandinavia, Finland is not a cheap place to be, although it is cheaper than it's Scandinavian neighbours. In Kuusamo, a meal for 2 in a mid range restaurant will cost around 80 Euros ($86/ £68) and a taxi starting price will be around 7 Euros ($7.50/£6). As this trip
is Full Board from dinner on the first night to breakfast on the last day, you
only need spending money for souvenirs and drinks.
Please be aware that to take part in the snowmobiling, a €2000
deposit per snowmobile will need to be held on a credit card.
This is completely refunded upon safe return of the snowmobile.
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23/02/2025 | 02/03/2025 | $2,575 £1,979 |
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23/03/2025 | 30/03/2025 | $2,245 £1,729 |
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06/04/2025 | 13/04/2025 | $2,245 £1,729 |
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