Ruka
Discover Ruka, where forested fells, snowy slopes, and nearby national parks shape every season.
Ruka
Little Karhunkierros Trail – snowshoe adventure in Oulanka National Park
6 hours
Moderate
Private
Explore the frozen beauty of rapids and forests on this private adventure.
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Night sky tour with snowshoes
2 hours
Easy
Small group
Journey Through the Night Sky Stories with Snowshoes
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Oulanka National Park Private Winter Walk
3 hours 30 minutes
Moderate
Private
Frozen Rapids of Kitka River & Pancakes by the Fire
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Forest Walk and Wilderness Lunch in Ruka-Kuusamo
7 hours
Moderate
Private, Small group
Forest Walk and Wilderness Lunch is a guided journey to uncover hidden gems of nordic nature. Savor local wild food during a three course wilderness lunch to enrich your nature experience.
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Hike in Northern Oulanka National Park – private tour
6 hours
Moderate
Private
Experience the northern part of Oulanka National Park on a private excursion.
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World of reindeer, longer sled ride
3 hours
Easy
Mostly small group
This farm has been owned by the same family now for five generations.
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Wilderness Lunch Experience – Oulanka National Park in Winter
2 hours 30 minutes
Easy
Private, Small group
Our Wilderness Lunch is an immersive culinary experience. Relax and observe the cooking process unfold around the fire, as our wilderness chef treats you with the best of local wild food. This three-course Wilderness Lunch will stay with you forever.
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Forest yoga hike in Riisitunturi National Park
6 hours
Easy
Small group
Guided hike with a touch of forest yoga and well-being in nature.
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Skiing in Ruka-Kuusamo on a Frozen Lake and Wilderness Lunch – beginner level
7 hours
Easy
Private, Small group
Skiing in Ruka-Kuusamo on a Frozen Lake and Wilderness Lunch – beginner level
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Ski Trip in Kuusamo to Help Birds & Wilderness Lunch
7 hours
Moderate
Private, Small group
Ski Trip to help birds and Wilderness Lunch is a truly unique experience where you can explore the local nature on skis, help birds and enjoy a delicious wild food lunch by the fire. Join this ski trip and be a part of our nature conservation project!
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Birdhouse Workshop, Forest Walk & Wilderness Lunch in Kuusamo
7 hours
Easy
Small group
Birdhouse Workshop and Wilderness Lunch guides you closer to Finnish nature and culture. Build a birdhouse, hang it in the forest and get spoiled with a three course wilderness lunch by the fire in the middle of the forest.
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Hossa National Park Day Trip Private Tour
8 hours
Moderate
Private
Explore Hossa National Park on a private guided hike through pine forests and lakes, with possible visits to ancient rock paintings and a campfire meal.
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Snowshoe adventure in Iivaara nature reserve
4 hours
Challenging
Small group
Arctic experience far away from everything – private tour
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Wilderness Lunch Experience – Vasaraperä Village in Summer
2 hours 30 minutes
Easy
Private, Small group
Our Wilderness Lunch is an immersive culinary experience. Relax and observe the cooking process unfold around the fire, as our wilderness chef treats you with the best of local wild food. This three-course Wilderness Lunch will stay with you forever.
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Skiing in Riisitunturi National Park at Night & Wilderness Dinner
6 hours
Moderate
Private, Small group
Experience the famous Riisitunturi National Park by night. Ski in silence between snow-covered trees and admire the phenomenas of the vast arctic night sky. The excursion culminates in a unique wild food dinner in the warmth of a fireplace.
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Discover Ruka
Ruka is a lively ski and holiday village in Kuusamo, Northern Finland, surrounded by forests, lakes, and fell landscapes. Winter activities include downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, husky adventures, and Northern Lights tours. During summer and the colorful autumn ruska season, visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, and white-water rafting. ruka.fi
Ruka is also an excellent base for exploring the surrounding national parks. Oulanka National Park, known for its rushing rivers, waterfalls, canyons, and the Karhunkierros hiking trail, is approximately 30 kilometers away. Kuusamo Airport is around a 30-minute drive from Ruka and offers connections from Helsinki and selected European cities. The resort provides hotels, apartments, cottages, restaurants, and other visitor services, with advance reservations recommended during the winter season.


















