Guided Snowshoeing Excursion in Riisitunturi National Park from Rovaniemi

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Discover the breathtaking winter landscapes of Finland while snowshoeing in Riisitunturi National Park!

Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and embark upon an unforgettable adventure in one of Finland's most picturesque national parks on this guided excursion, snowshoeing in Riisitunturi National Park from Rovaniemi! Welcoming beginners and explorers ages 12 and up.

Located in Finland's Posio region, the famed Riisitunturi National Park is renowned for its rolling hills, ancient forests, and biodiversity. In the winter, the frost and snow-covered trees take on surrealist forms, making the visit even more remarkable! A guided excursion, snowshoeing in Riisitunturi National Park from Rovaniemi, is an experience not to be missed when travelling to beautiful Finland!

The adventure, snowshoeing in Riisitunturi National Park, begins at the meeting point in the centre of Rovaniemi. However, if you are staying outside the centre, pick-up is available and included in the fee (please see 'special terms'). Either way, your knowledgeable and friendly guide will greet you and provide a safety and itinerary briefing along with snowshoes, a thermal suit, and winter boots. Next, you'll sit back and relax during the scenic 2-hour drive to Riisitunturi National Park.

Upon arrival, you'll be given an introduction to snowshoeing and snowshoeing techniques before setting out into the extraordinary wilderness of Riisitunturi National Park on the 4 km (2.4 miles) tour. Don't forget your camera, you don't want to miss the amazing photo opportunities that are sure to present themselves.

As you traverse the snow-covered landscapes, you'll feel a sense of serenity like none other. Midway through the tour, you'll stop for a delicious campfire lunch with beverages. Warming up around the fire, you'll learn about the Arctic nature and wildlife of Finnish Lapland as well as how to build a fire using traditional methods. In addition, the guide is happy to answer any questions you may have about the region. Rested and re-energized, you'll return to the vehicle and depart for Rovaniemi and civilization with lifelong memories of your time spent snowshoeing in Riisitunturi National Park from Rovaniemi!

Make the most of your time in Finland this winter by booking a unique guided excursion, snowshoeing in Riisitunturi National Park from Rovaniemi!

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Practical information

Course of events

- Pick-up from hotels outside of Rovaniemi centre (begins 1 hour before the departure time, please list when booking) or arrival at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time

- Meet your experienced guide

- Safety and itinerary briefing

- Receive your snowshoes, thermal suit, and winter boots

- The adventure begins!

- Scenic 2-hour drive to Riisitunturi National Park

- Arrival

- Introduction to snowshoeing and snowshoeing techniques

- The adventure continues!

- Campfire lunch with beverages

- Learn about Arctic nature and wildlife

- Snowshoe back to the vehicle

- Return 2-hour drive to the original departure point in Rovaniemi

Activity requirements

Please be advised that a minimum of 2 participants is required to run this snowshoeing tour.

This excursion is not recommended for those with health concerns.

Special terms

Please list the address of your accommodations if they are outside of the centre of Rovaniemi and any dietary restrictions when booking.

In addition, if you are meeting onsite, please arrive at least 15 minutes before the departure time.

This snowshoeing excursion includes a 4 km (2.4 miles) snowshoe hike in Riisitunturi National Park.

The total duration of the activity ranges from 8 to 9 hours.

Pick-up from hotels outside of the centre of Rovaniemi begins 1 hour before the departure time from the following locations:

  • Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
  • Guesthouse Borealis
  • Guesthouse Borealis
  • Hostel Ibedcity
  • Läkituvat Cottages / Meeting point
  • Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets
  • Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets
  • Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
  • Lomavekarit / Arctic Resort Delight resort
  • Motelli Rovaniemi
  • Motelli Rovaniemi
  • Napapiirin Saarituvat
  • Napapiirin Saarituvat Cottages
  • Santa Claus Holiday Village Reception
  • Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle
  • Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle
Meeting point:
Wild About Lapland Office, Rovakatu 24, Rovaniemi, 96200, Finland
Spoken languages:English, Finnish
Included
  • Guide
  • Hotel transfers (if outside of Rovaniemi city centre)
  • Snowshoes
  • Thermal overalls
  • Winter boots
  • Campfire snacks
  • Lunch
  • Hot drinks
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm layers of clothing
  • Warm underlayers
  • Wool socks
  • Hat
  • Gloves/mittens
  • Scarf
  • Sunglasses
  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Camera

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