Arctic Berry & Mushroom Picking Hike in Rovaniemi

Immerse yourself in the fresh wilderness of Finnish Lapland on this guided Arctic berry and mushroom picking hike in Rovaniemi!

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From€75
3 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 3 years-old and up
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Practical information

On this excursion, you'll depart from Rovaniemi and embark on a hike in the surrounding wilderness to pick Arctic berries and mushrooms.

Course of events
  • Arrive at the starting point in Rovaniemi (or pick-up from your accommodation, please specify when booking)
  • Meet the guide
  • Transfer to the wilderness outside the city
  • Receive equipment (basket and berry comb)
  • The hiking adventure begins!
  • Walk through the wilderness (approximately 1-3 km / 0.6-2 mi)
  • Pick wild Arctic berries/mushrooms
  • Stop for a break
  • Enjoy freshly prepared snacks around a campfire
  • Return transfer to the original starting point in Rovaniemi
Activity requirements

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

The hike is very easy, but as gentle walking is involved, this activity is not recommended for pregnant travellers, people with heart conditions or those with limited mobility.

Special terms

Pick-up/drop-off from accommodations within an 8 km (5 mi) distance of Rovaniemi city centre is included. Please specify your location when booking.

Meeting point:
Nordic Odyssey Office, Jaakonkatu 4-6, Rovaniemi 96200, Lappi, Finland (pick-up is available from accommodations in Rovaniemi, please specify when booking)
Spoken languages:English, French
Included
  • Guide
  • Transfers
  • Equipment (basket & berry comb)
  • Snacks made from collected berries/mushrooms
  • Hot drinks
Excluded
  • Hiking poles (€5 rental)
Do not forget to bring
  • Weather appropriate clothing
  • Wind/rainproof jacket
  • Hiking shoes
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Insect repellent