Forest Hike in Search of Finnish Mythological Creatures
EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHT
Follow a local storyteller through Lapland’s forests on a gentle hike and discover the creatures of Finnish mythology hidden among trees, rocks, lakes and soil. Let imagination bring ancient beliefs to life, then enjoy a traditional snack around the fire.
Experience Overview
Location: Rovaniemi
Duration: 3 hours
April to November
Departure: 14:00
Minimum age: 6 years old
Small group (max. 8 participants)
Guided languages: English, French
Difficulty: Very easy
Operated by Nordic Odyssey
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Step into a world where forests, lakes and rocks were once believed to be inhabited by spirits, monsters and mysterious mythological creatures. Your guide leads you through the Lapland forest while introducing the beliefs and stories that shaped the Finnish relationship with nature.
Look closely at tree trunks, stumps, stones, water and shadows as the surrounding landscape brings each legend to life. With imagination, ordinary natural formations begin to resemble the hidden beings described in traditional Finnish mythology.
Halfway through the walk, gather around an open fire for a traditional snack and more stories from your guide. Combining nature, culture and imagination, this gentle experience is especially enjoyable for families and guests interested in Finnish folklore.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- Small Small-group experience
- Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
- Transportation
- Finnish snacks around the fire, including grilled sausage and hot drinks
- Stories, legends and expert guidance
- Arctic nature interpretation
- Mosquito repellent
- All handling fees and taxes
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
No specific exclusions are listed for this experience. Please contact us before booking if you have any questions or special requirements.
PLEASE NOTE
- The tour requires a minimum of two paying adults to operate. We reserve the right to cancel if the minimum group size is not reached or if weather conditions are unsafe.
- Solo travellers are welcome to join any confirmed departure at the standard price or book a private departure for an additional fee.
- A certain amount of walking is involved. To ensure a comfortable and safe experience, this tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or guests with limited mobility
- Psst… Don’t worry, the mythological creatures are far too shy to approach visitors. The mosquitoes, however, may be more sociable!
WHERE IS THE MEETING POINT
This tour starts at Nordic Odyssey Office, Jaakonkatu 4-6, 96200 Rovaniemi, Lappi, FI.
CAN I BE PICKED UP FROM MY ACCOMMODATION
Pickup is included in the tour price from the standard pickup locations listed below.
When booking, you can choose pickup or meet at the designated meeting point.
To reduce the environmental impact of unnecessary short-distance vehicle transfers, guests staying less than 750 m from the Nordic Odyssey office are required to meet directly at the office. Pickup is therefore not provided within this area.
Pickup is included within 8 km of Rovaniemi centre.
Pickup outside the standard area may be possible for an additional charge. A location on the route to the activity may sometimes be included at no extra cost.
If your accommodation is not listed, select the custom accommodation option during booking and enter the address. The pickup request is subject to confirmation.
PICKUP LOCATION:
- Aito Igloo & Spa Resort (95€ extra one way)
- Apukka Resort (45€ extra one way)
- Arctic City Hotel (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
- Arctic Light Hotel (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
- Arctic Panorama Resort & Spa
- Arctic Resort Delight
- Arctic Snow Hotel & Glass Igloos (70€ extra one way)
- Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
- Aurora Hill Resort (35€ extra one way)
- Glass Resort
- Golden Circle Suites (meeting in Nordic Odyssey office)
- GuestHouse Arctic Heart (meeting in Nordic Odyssey office)
- Guesthouse Borealis
- Guesthouse Outa (meeting in Nordic Odyssey office)
- Haawe Boutique Apart Hotel (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
- Halo Igloos Resort (65€ extra one way)
- Hilla Villa (35€ extra one way)
- Hostel Café Koti (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
- Hostel Ibedcity
- Hostel Tikka
- Hotelli Aakenus (meeting in Nordic Odyssey office)
- Hotelli Metsähirvas (50€ extra one way)
- Invisible Forest Lodge
- Kotatieva Resort (40€ extra one way)
- Lapland Glow Chalets (35€ extra one way)
- Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets
- Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
- Lapland Winter Park Resort (35€ extra one way)
- Lomavekarit Apartments
- Motelli Rovaniemi (35€ extra one way)
- Nordic Odyssey Office
- Nova Galaxy Village (45€ extra one way)
- Nova Skyland Hotel (Santa Claus Village)
- Ollero Eco Lodge (30€ extra one way)
- Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
- Ounaskoski Camping
- Ounasvaara Lakituvat
- Ounasvaara Sport Cottages
- Postmaster Hotel
- Rovaniemi Bus Station
- Rovaniemi Train Station
- Saarituvat Cottages
- Santa Claus Holiday Village
- Santa's Hotel Noelle (City center - meeting in Nordic Odyssey office)
- Santa's Hotel Rudolf (meeting in Nordic Odyssey office)
- Santa's Hotel Santa Claus (City Center - meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
- Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle
- Santasport Hotel
- Scandic Pohjanhovi (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
- Scandic Polar (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
- Scandic Rovaniemi City (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
- SkyView Igloo Resort (35€ extra one way)
- Snowman World
- Theater Parking Lot (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
- Vaattunki Wilderness Resort (60€ extra one way)
- Wherever Hostel (meeting in Nordic Odyssey office)
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