Overnight Bear Safari - Kuusamo & Oulanka rapids - Small Group Tour
Overnight Bear Safari - Kuusamo & Oulanka rapids - Small Group Tour
Overnight Bear Safari - Kuusamo & Oulanka rapids - Small Group Tour
2 Days Starting and ending in Rovaniemi, Finland
Visiting: Rovaniemi, Kuusamo, Oulanka National Park
Tour operator:
Tour code:
137572
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
8-99
Special diets catered:
Please advise requests
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Product code: 137572From May until late SeptemberDeparture between 12:00 - 15:00 and return to downtown Rovaniemi the next day by noon (Subject to availability)Duration: 2 Days Small group activity: each tour is conducted with a maximum of 8 people plus 1 guide for a smoother and more private experience.Please contact us first if you are interested in this unique product. You will set off to the forest safely to observe the native brown bear in their natural environment, close to the Russian border in Kuusamo. Embrace the classic Finnish pastime of getting closer to nature as you stay overnight in a cabin. The next day, after breakfast, you will spend time in Oulanka National Park to enjoy hiking and a Lappish barbecue lunch by the campfire.About 1,500 – 2,000 brown bears live in the vast forests of Finland. A mature male brown bear can weigh up to 300 kilograms. If you walk into the forests of Finland, it is almost impossible to encounter with the brown bears. Although they may also appear anywhere in mainland Finland, they usually avoid contact with humans at all costs. The virgin forests of eastern Finland are the best choice to meet them!During the activity, you can observe safely from a wooden cabin, to see how the bears live and eat in the forest. On the second day of this trip, the guide will take you to one of the most iconic national parks in Lapland "Oulanga Rapids" to hike, pick forest berries and mushrooms. (Note: berries and mushrooms types can vary depending on the season of your travel dates, the amount can be a lot less if you are traveling in late autumn time). Â
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Set Off To Kuusamo
Location: Rovaniemi, Kuusamo
Accommodation: Forest wooden cottage
You will set off to the forest safely to observe the native brown bear in their natural environment, close to the Russian border in Kuusamo. Embrace the classic Finnish pastime of getting closer to nature as you stay overnight in a cabin.
Day 2 : Oulanka National Park
Location: Oulanka National Park, Kuusamo, Rovaniemi
Meals Included: Lunch
Today you will spend time in Oulanka National Park to enjoy hiking and a Lappish barbecue lunch by the campfire.
About 1,500 – 2,000 brown bears live in the vast forests of Finland. A mature male brown bear can weigh up to 300 kilograms. If you walk into the forests of Finland, it is almost impossible to encounter with the brown bears. Although they may also appear anywhere in mainland Finland, they usually avoid contact with humans at all costs. The virgin forests of eastern Finland are the best choice to meet them!
On this second day of this trip, the guide will take you to one of the most iconic national parks in Lapland "Oulanga Rapids" to hike, pick forest berries and mushrooms. (Note: berries and mushrooms types can vary depending on the season of your travel dates, the amount can be a lot less if you are traveling in late autumn time).
What's Included
- Guide in English (other languages available on request: Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese)
- Pick-up and drop off to your hotel or accommodation within 15 km (driving distance) from Rovaniemi city center
- 1 night stay in forest wooden cottage (bunk beds, dry toilet)
- Forest campfire barbecue light lunch (the second day)
- Berry and mushroom picking in the forest (types and amount depending on the seasons)
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Insurance
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International Travel
Requirements
Please Note
Check out our Q&As
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What else should I know?
Please do not bring any food or snacks with strong smell or wear any heavy perfumes on the day of the event as this will affect the bear watching
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Group size minimum
At least 2 people are required for this tour to take place (minimum participants); At least 4 people are required for this tour to take place on Sundays and public holidays.
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What do I need to bring?
Drinking water; Simple toiletries for personal use; Jackets / warm clothing for the night; Light snacks *Dinner is not included
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Where are we located?
Nordic Unique Travels LTD located in the door to the Arctic: Rovaniemi, Lapland. Our office is approachable by walking distance from the major hotels in the city area (Maakuntakatu 29-31 96200 Rovaniemi Finland). We are in the middle of the city centre, next to Subway and in front of Sale Market. Come make us a visit!
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When to travel to Lapland?
There are four distinctly different seasons as far up north as Rovaniemi. However, locals think the conditions are in a constant state of change and say there are up to eight seasons in the year: midwinter, snowy spring, spring, summer, harvest season, autumn leaf colour, first snowfall, and Christmas. Please bear in mind that there is annual fluctuation in weather. Lapland is in the continental climate zone. The winters are cold and rich in snow, but thanks to the Gulf Stream, the summers are relatively warm. Rovaniemi is part of the arctic region; its climate, however, is subarctic and temperate, characterised by strong seasonal contrasts of dark versus bright and cold versus warm.
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Summer in Lapland
The Midnight Sun and white nights in June and July The Midnight Sun period officially lasts from early June until early July, but nights are white throughout the summer in Rovaniemi. The summer in Lapland can offer an interesting variety of weather conditions, with a longer warm spell expected in July. The warmest time of year brings people out in masses, and various events take place in summery Rovaniemi. Prepare to celebrate until the wee hours, as the sun never goes down. There are plenty of things to do in Rovaniemi in the summer, and with 24 hours of light, there’s no limits to time of action.
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Spring in Lapland
The snow melts, the ice breaks and nature is reborn in April and May April is still considered a snowy month in Rovaniemi and Lapland, but the snow gradually disappears as May approaches. The ice on rivers and lakes starts melting, and big chunks of ice can be seen flowing downstream. In early April, the last of the Northern Lights displays can be seen. Towards the end of April, nights are too light for the Auroras to be spotted. In May, northern nature starts getting ready to blossom once again after a harsh winter. At the end of May, nights are white. In Rovaniemi, winter activities still run in early April, after which it’s time for non-snow stuff.
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Winter in Lapland
Christmas, the Polar Night and snowy spring from December to March December and January are snowy months shrouded in the darkness of the Polar Night. The sun comes out in February and marks the start of the snowy, light-filled spring. March is often terrific for Northern Lights viewing. In Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, Christmas is a special time, as many flock to the arctic town to meet Santa in person and experience the festive season in magical wintery surroundings. The winter is a great time for a number of activities both in the snow outside and experiencing local culture inside.
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Autumn in Lapland
First Auroras and first snowfall from August to November Early August is still considered summer by many, but by the end of the month, it’s definitely autumn. The Northern Lights start appearing in late August, and September and October are ideal Aurora viewing months. Temperatures start dropping below zero in October, and first snow usually falls at around the same time period. A permanent snow cover is expected in late November. Autumn leaf colour paints the landscapes in earthy shades, and days are perfect for hiking and other nature related activities, as nights are best reserved for Aurora spotting.
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