Magical Taiga Forest Hike
Experience highlight
Explore Helsinki's best-kept secret: Liesjärvi National Park. Experience the magic of the forest and a delicious Finnish-style lunch cooked over a fire.
Experience overview
Location: Helsinki
Duration: 7 hours
All year
Departure: 09:00
Minimum age: 7 years old
Small group (max. 8 participants)
Guided languages: English
Difficulty: Easy
Operated by our trusted local partner
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Feel the lure of the wilderness in the magnificent Liesjärvi National Park.
This adventurous excursion includes the national park's most stunning locations and a delicious Finnish-style lunch cooked by a lake!
Walk peacefully into the wilderness to connect with nature and experience true silence like never before. This full-day excursion is the perfect way to relax and immerse yourself in the magic of the Taiga forest.
Highlights:
• Experience pristine nature in a off-the-beaten-path national park
• Look, listen, breathe, and feel the magic of the forest
• Learn about local plants and wildlife from a professional guide
• Enjoy a Finnish-style dining experience by a lake
Not only will our professional wilderness guide teach you about Finnish nature and culture they will also be cooking an impressive Finnish-style meal over a fire.
No matter what time of year you visit, Every season offers new and curious perspectives into the Taiga forest. Spring with its crisp blue skies and icy lakes. Summer's juicy blueberries and lush green forests. Autumns wild mushrooms and earthly hues shroud the forest. This tour also operates during winter under the name "Winter Wonderland Hike".
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Committed to sustainability, this tour proudly carries the Sustainable Travel Finland and Green Activities certificates. We treat everyone in an equal manner and welcome you to join us for an adventure that contributes positively to the environment.
What is included
- Roundtrip transportation
- Professional wilderness guide
- Finnish-style lunch with dessert and a drink
- Some raingear (jackets) available in case of rain
What is not included
- As we are sustainable company we don't offer plastic bottles, please bring your own water bottle with you.
Please note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infant seats unavailable
- Please provide any dietary-restriction information
- This product operates rain or shine, except in the case of extreme weather eventslike thunderstorm
Where is the meeting point
The meeting point for this experience is Helsinki Central meeting point, Mannerheiminaukio 1h, 00100 Helsinki, FI.
Can I be picked up from my accommodation
This experience starts at the designated meeting point. Pickup is not available.
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