Forest Walk and Wilderness Lunch in Ruka-Kuusamo
Experience highlight
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.
Experience overview
Location: Ruka
Duration: 7 hours
June to October
Minimum age: 12 years old
Private / Small group (max. 8 participants)
Guided languages: Finnish, Swedish, English
Difficulty: Moderate
Operated by our trusted local partner
This trip includes transport. The activity lasts approximately 6-7 hours.
Participants requirements: minimum of 2 participants required to organize the trip. Maximum group size 8.
If the reservation will not reach the minimum number of participants the trip will be cancelled and the money returned.
Group size: 2-8
NORDIC FOREST - Hidden local retreats with diverse nordic landscapes
SLOW DOWN - Walk slow to experience more
WILDERNESS LUNCH - Immerse deeper with a three course wilderness lunch
We guide you through the boreal forest, inviting you to places known only to locals.
During this trip you’ll hear stories about the life of the forest and experience nature in a Finnish way. This trip offers a chance to slow down, observe our surroundings allowing our minds to rest. Along the way our own observations will reveal the intricate life of the forest and its hidden treasures.
Try the flavors of the surrounding nature during our three course wilderness lunch. Our professional chef will cook for you on the fire and present the best of local wild food. Relax together around the campfire and get inspired by hand-picked berries, mushrooms, wild herbs and home-made probiotic drinks.
Walking in the deep forest without a path is an immersive way of exploring nature. The forest floor is often uneven, meaning you will need to step over stones and fallen trees. To fully enjoy this trip, you need a good fitness level, a good sense of balance and proper hiking shoes.
Highlights of the forest walk and trip information:
Duration: 6-7 hours
Distance: 5-7 kilometers
Difficulty level: Medium
Group size: 2-8 people
- Hidden retreats known only to locals
- The calming serenity of the nordic forest
- The flavors of wild herbs
- A three course wilderness culinary experience
This is an all-inclusive day trip. It includes transportation, guiding and lunch.
We invite you to unplug and be fully present—let nature be your screen for the day!
Contact for more information.
Email: welcome@wildout.fi
Phone or WhatsApp: +358 45 650 8380 or +358 40 585 3110
This experience is created by Wild Out. Explore our day trips further at www.wildout.fi.
What is included
- Transportation
- A walk in the forest led by a wilderness guide
- Professional wilderness chef services
- Lunch made on open fire*
- Mosquito hat and repellent (if necessary)
- In case of forest fire warning lunch will be prepared in a safe manner, without an open fire.
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
Please follow the local weather forecast and dress accordingly. Remember that it's good to bring an extra layer/waterproof clothing in case of rain.
Good shoes for walking in the forest are waterproof hiking shoes. Comfortable gumboots are also an option.
Where is the meeting point
The meeting point is in Ruka.
Can I be picked up from my accommodation
Pickup is included in the tour price from the standard pickup locations listed below.
Any extra charge or meeting-point arrangement is stated in the pickup-location name when this information is available.
Pick up List Location
- Aurora Hostel / Pick up at 9:10. Please come 10 minutes before departure time. / Drop-off after the activity to the same spot.
- Holiday Club Kuusamon Tropiikki / Pick up at 9:00. Please come 10 minutes before departure time. / Drop-off after the activity to the same spot.
- Sale Ruka / Pick up at 10:00. Please be 10 minutes before departure time. / Drop-off after the activity to the same spot.
- Scandic Rukahovi / Pick up at 9:50. Please come 10 minutes before departure. / Drop-off after the activity to the same spot.
- SKI-INN Hotels & Apartments RukaValley / Pick up at 9:30. Please come 10 minutes before departure time. / Drop-off after the activity to the same spot.
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