PRIVATE HIKING TRIP TO KOROUOMA CANYON & FROZEN WATERFALLS

Hike the Korouoma Canyon and experience its impressive frozen waterfalls with this all-day private guided trip departing from Rovaniemi. Your outdoor expert guide will lead you through arctic nature, teach you about your surroundings and will prepare a Finnish barbecue lunch on an open fire.

Quick Info

Location: Rovaniemi
Duration : 7h
Departure: 9:30 or 13:00
Price: from 650€ / group
Private and unique experience! 

LOCATION

Rovaniemi (Finland)
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Included

Private experience, transfers, expert guiding, ice-cleats, snack lunch & hot drinks, passion of the guide.

TIME

Departure: 8:30 or 13:00
Duration: 7h

SEASON

Available: From November to April
Planning a visit outside the snowy season? Sent an email to: info@nordicodyssey.net

PRICE 

 

PRIVATE GROUP

1-3 participant(s): 650€ / group
4-8 participants: 950€ / group

*Children aged 6 and over accepted

Prices include VAT

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DESCRIPTION

KOROUOMA CANYON & FROZEN WATERFALLS 

Explore the breathtaking Korouoma Canyon and its magical frozen waterfalls on a private all-day guided trip. Your day begins in Rovaniemi, where your outdoor guide will pick you up directly from your accommodation. You will then head toward the canyon and nature reserve of Korouoma, with a drive of around 1 hour and 30 minutes. Upon arrival, your guide will provide you with ice-cleats that fit over your own shoes, ensuring a safe and comfortable hike even on icy or slippery paths.

You will then start hiking down into the canyon, stopping at the best viewpoints to admire the breathtaking frozen waterfalls. The landscape is magical – towering icy walls, peaceful pine forests, and pristine snow-covered cliffs. You may even catch a glimpse of ice climbers scaling the frozen cascades as you walk along the canyon trail.
 
The total hike is about 5 km, moving through forest trails, down into the canyon, and along the river and cliffs. Your private guide will adapt the pace of the walk to suit your group and share insights into Arctic nature, local traditions, and their passion for life in Lapland. Midway through the excursion, you’ll enjoy a Finnish barbecue lunch prepared over an open fire — a cozy and delicious break in the wilderness. In spring, private tours can also start in the afternoon to avoid busier times; in that case, the lunch is replaced by a sweet snack break.
 
After the hike, you will return to Rovaniemi, bringing back the memory of a truly special day in Lapland.

ENJOY AN AFTERNOON HIKE IN SPRING 

Due to the Korouoma canyon being very busy in the spring, we have made the decision to organize our hike in the afternoon instead. From mid-February, the departure is therefore around 13:00 from Rovaniemi (return around 19.00). By doing so, we enjoy a calmer canyon without the tourist masses and a better sunlight. We then offer a small sweet snack to replace lunch around the fire.

Korouoma from Rovaniemi
Escalade sur les cascades de Korouoma
Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls -Rovaniemi Korouoma Cascades Gelées
Rovaniemi Korouoma Cascades Gelées
IMPORTANT: The hike follows a 5 km trail with some steep or slippery sections;  this is why we provide ice-cleats to ensure your safety and comfort. While the route doesn’t require technical hiking skills, it does require a moderate level of physical fitness and the ability to walk confidently over uneven terrain. As this is a private tour, children aged 6 and over are welcome, as long as they can walk the full trail. Participants should be in good physical condition and free of mobility impairments.
 
ESCAPE THE CROWD: Korouoma Canyon is a protected nature reserve and an important bird-nesting area. To help protect its delicate ecosystem, a few simple rules apply: no drones, no picking plants or flowers, and no pets. We are committed to responsible and sustainable travel and always aim to offer a peaceful experience in nature. Whenever possible, we adapt the timing of our tours to avoid peak hours and reduce our impact on the environment.

INFORMATION

INCLUDED

  • Private experience
  • Pick-up and Transfers
  • Expert guide
  • Winter Overalls & Boots 
  • Lunch Barbecue (morning Departures)
  • Hot drinks & Cookies (afternoon Departures)
  • Ice-cleats (adjustable to your own shoes)
  • All taxes & handling fees

PLEASE NOTE

We recommend booking in advance, as availability may be limited, especially during peak seasons.
 
This tour is offered exclusively as a private experience. Children aged 6 and above are welcome, provided they are able to complete the walk and are accompanied by an adult. For safety reasons, the tour is not accessible to children under 6 and is not recommended for pregnant travelers or individuals with limited mobility.
 
Please note that the tour involves walking on icy trails, especially during the colder months. To ensure your comfort and safety, ice-cleats are provided when needed.
In early winter (November–December), the waterfalls are only beginning to freeze and may not yet appear as dramatic as during late winter and spring (February–April). However, the hike remains a memorable experience throughout the season, offering diverse and beautiful landscapes alongside the waterfalls.
 
We reserve the right to cancel the tour in case of severe weather conditions, in order to operate the tour safely and responsibly.
 
Meeting Time & Pick-Up: The pick-up time given at booking is for reference only. The exact pick-up time will be confirmed by email the day before your tour. We provide free pick-up and drop-off within an 8 km radius of Rovaniemi city center, including areas like Santa Claus Village and Ounasvaara. For ecological and logistical reasons, guests staying less than 750 meters from our office (Jaakonkatu 4–6, 96200 Rovaniemi) may be kindly asked to walk to the meeting point. Airport transfers or pick-ups beyond 8 km from the city center can be arranged on request for an additional fee.
 
Preparation before the tour: We recommend that you eat well before the experience, and dress properly according to the weather conditions. In case of any questions, you might find your answer in our FAQ (Click here).

 

CANCELLATION POLICY

  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 10% if booking is cancelled 7 days or more before departure;
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled between 7 days and 24h before departure.
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 24h or less before departure.

BOOK YOUR TOUR WITH US!

HOW TO BOOK

Select the number of participants, the date and time in the calendar below and follow the booking steps. Payment by credit or debit card.

CONTACT US

If you have also any question, feel free to ask and we’ll be happy to answer you with as many details as possible. You can also write us on Whatsapp (+358 (0) 40 258 2081).

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