Overnight Bear Safari - Kuusamo & Oulanka rapids - Small Group Tour

Overnight Bear Safari - Kuusamo & Oulanka rapids - Small Group Tour

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Overnight Bear Safari - Kuusamo & Oulanka rapids - Small Group Tour

2 Days Starting and ending in Rovaniemi, Finland

Visiting: Rovaniemi, Kuusamo, Oulanka National Park

Tour operator:

Nordic Unique Travels

Tour code:

137572

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

EASY

Age range:

8-99

Special diets catered:

Please advise requests

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Activities:

Hiking

From: $434

NB: Prices correct on 05-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Product code: 137572From May until late SeptemberDeparture between 12:00 - 15:00 and return to downtown Rovaniemi the next day by noon (Subject to availability)Duration: 2 Days Small group activity: each tour is conducted with a maximum of 8 people plus 1 guide for a smoother and more private experience.Please contact us first if you are interested in this unique product. You will set off to the forest safely to observe the native brown bear in their natural environment, close to the Russian border in Kuusamo. Embrace the classic Finnish pastime of getting closer to nature as you stay overnight in a cabin. The next day, after breakfast, you will spend time in Oulanka National Park to enjoy hiking and a Lappish barbecue lunch by the campfire.About 1,500 – 2,000 brown bears live in the vast forests of Finland. A mature male brown bear can weigh up to 300 kilograms. If you walk into the forests of Finland, it is almost impossible to encounter with the brown bears. Although they may also appear anywhere in mainland Finland, they usually avoid contact with humans at all costs. The virgin forests of eastern Finland are the best choice to meet them!During the activity, you can observe safely from a wooden cabin, to see how the bears live and eat in the forest. On the second day of this trip, the guide will take you to one of the most iconic national parks in Lapland "Oulanga Rapids" to hike, pick forest berries and mushrooms. (Note: berries and mushrooms types can vary depending on the season of your travel dates, the amount can be a lot less if you are traveling in late autumn time).  

Highlights

  • Product code: 137572From May until late SeptemberDeparture between 12:00 - 15:00 and return to downtown Rovaniemi the next day by noon (Subject to availability)Duration: 2 Days Small group activity: each tour is conducted with a maximum of 8 people plus 1 guide for a smoother and more private experience

  • Please contact us first if you are interested in this unique product

  • You will set off to the forest safely to observe the native brown bear in their natural environment, close to the Russian border in Kuusamo

  • Embrace the classic Finnish pastime of getting closer to nature as you stay overnight in a cabin

  • The next day, after breakfast, you will spend time in Oulanka National Park to enjoy hiking and a Lappish barbecue lunch by the campfire

  • About 1,500 – 2,000 brown bears live in the vast forests of Finland

  • A mature male brown bear can weigh up to 300 kilograms

  • If you walk into the forests of Finland, it is almost impossible to encounter with the brown bears

  • Although they may also appear anywhere in mainland Finland, they usually avoid contact with humans at all costs

  • The virgin forests of eastern Finland are the best choice to meet them!During the activity, you can observe safely from a wooden cabin, to see how the bears live and eat in the forest

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Day 1 : Set Off To Kuusamo

Location: Rovaniemi, Kuusamo

Accommodation: Forest wooden cottage

You will set off to the forest safely to observe the native brown bear in their natural environment, close to the Russian border in Kuusamo. Embrace the classic Finnish pastime of getting closer to nature as you stay overnight in a cabin.

Day 2 : Oulanka National Park

Location: Oulanka National Park, Kuusamo, Rovaniemi

Meals Included: Lunch

Today you will spend time in Oulanka National Park to enjoy hiking and a Lappish barbecue lunch by the campfire.



About 1,500 – 2,000 brown bears live in the vast forests of Finland. A mature male brown bear can weigh up to 300 kilograms. If you walk into the forests of Finland, it is almost impossible to encounter with the brown bears. Although they may also appear anywhere in mainland Finland, they usually avoid contact with humans at all costs. The virgin forests of eastern Finland are the best choice to meet them!



On this second day of this trip, the guide will take you to one of the most iconic national parks in Lapland "Oulanga Rapids" to hike, pick forest berries and mushrooms. (Note: berries and mushrooms types can vary depending on the season of your travel dates, the amount can be a lot less if you are traveling in late autumn time).



What's Included

  • Guide in English (other languages available on request: Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese)
  • Pick-up and drop off to your hotel or accommodation within 15 km (driving distance) from Rovaniemi city center
  • 1 night stay in forest wooden cottage (bunk beds, dry toilet)
  • Forest campfire barbecue light lunch (the second day)
  • Berry and mushroom picking in the forest (types and amount depending on the seasons)

What's Not Included

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • Insurance

  • International Travel

Requirements

  • Drinking water
  • Simple toiletteries for personal use
  • Jackets / warm clothing for the night 
  • Light snacks *Dinner is not included.

Please Note

  • At least 2 people are required for this tour to take place (minimum participants).
  • At least 4 people are required for this tour to take place on Sundays and public holidays.  
  • Children under 14 year old must be accompanied by adults paying full price attending the same trip.
  • Please be ready and wait at your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time.
  • Infant under 3 is complimentary.
  • Product may be canceled or rescheduled if the group size is smaller than 2 persons on the selected date. 
  • Please do not bring any food or snacks with strong smell or wear any heavy perfumes on the day of the event as this will affect the bear watching. 

Check out our Q&As

  • What else should I know?

    Please do not bring any food or snacks with strong smell or wear any heavy perfumes on the day of the event as this will affect the bear watching

  • Group size minimum

    At least 2 people are required for this tour to take place (minimum participants); At least 4 people are required for this tour to take place on Sundays and public holidays.

  • What do I need to bring?

    Drinking water; Simple toiletries for personal use; Jackets / warm clothing for the night; Light snacks *Dinner is not included

  • Where are we located?

    Nordic Unique Travels LTD located in the door to the Arctic: Rovaniemi, Lapland. Our office is approachable by walking distance from the major hotels in the city area (Maakuntakatu 29-31 96200 Rovaniemi Finland). We are in the middle of the city centre, next to Subway and in front of Sale Market. Come make us a visit!

  • When to travel to Lapland?

    There are four distinctly different seasons as far up north as Rovaniemi. However, locals think the conditions are in a constant state of change and say there are up to eight seasons in the year: midwinter, snowy spring, spring, summer, harvest season, autumn leaf colour, first snowfall, and Christmas. Please bear in mind that there is annual fluctuation in weather. Lapland is in the continental climate zone. The winters are cold and rich in snow, but thanks to the Gulf Stream, the summers are relatively warm. Rovaniemi is part of the arctic region; its climate, however, is subarctic and temperate, characterised by strong seasonal contrasts of dark versus bright and cold versus warm.

  • Summer in Lapland

    The Midnight Sun and white nights in June and July The Midnight Sun period officially lasts from early June until early July, but nights are white throughout the summer in Rovaniemi. The summer in Lapland can offer an interesting variety of weather conditions, with a longer warm spell expected in July. The warmest time of year brings people out in masses, and various events take place in summery Rovaniemi. Prepare to celebrate until the wee hours, as the sun never goes down. There are plenty of things to do in Rovaniemi in the summer, and with 24 hours of light, there’s no limits to time of action.

  • Spring in Lapland

    The snow melts, the ice breaks and nature is reborn in April and May April is still considered a snowy month in Rovaniemi and Lapland, but the snow gradually disappears as May approaches. The ice on rivers and lakes starts melting, and big chunks of ice can be seen flowing downstream. In early April, the last of the Northern Lights displays can be seen. Towards the end of April, nights are too light for the Auroras to be spotted. In May, northern nature starts getting ready to blossom once again after a harsh winter. At the end of May, nights are white. In Rovaniemi, winter activities still run in early April, after which it’s time for non-snow stuff.

  • Winter in Lapland

    Christmas, the Polar Night and snowy spring from December to March December and January are snowy months shrouded in the darkness of the Polar Night. The sun comes out in February and marks the start of the snowy, light-filled spring. March is often terrific for Northern Lights viewing. In Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, Christmas is a special time, as many flock to the arctic town to meet Santa in person and experience the festive season in magical wintery surroundings. The winter is a great time for a number of activities both in the snow outside and experiencing local culture inside.

  • Autumn in Lapland

    First Auroras and first snowfall from August to November Early August is still considered summer by many, but by the end of the month, it’s definitely autumn. The Northern Lights start appearing in late August, and September and October are ideal Aurora viewing months. Temperatures start dropping below zero in October, and first snow usually falls at around the same time period. A permanent snow cover is expected in late November. Autumn leaf colour paints the landscapes in earthy shades, and days are perfect for hiking and other nature related activities, as nights are best reserved for Aurora spotting.

Reviews of this operator

Tin Morada (Google Reviewer)  

We booked several tours with...

16-Jan-2024

We booked several tours with Nordic Unique Travels. Glad we made the right decision... Our trip to Rovaniemi, Finland was seamless because of them. All our tour guides were really friendly and shared lots of information about the places we visited. Thanks to Livia, Francesco, Jan, Erik, Myriam, Nikki, Carlos and Mathias for making our trip extra special 😊

Joy Torculas (Google Reviewer)  

We had a great time...

13-Jan-2024

We had a great time with our 5 day tour package with Nordic Unique Travels with our wonderful, very informative and helpful tour guides, Livia, Francesco, Jan, Erik, Myriam, Nikki, Carlos and Mathias. We did not caught a fish and did not see the northern lights but the Risiintunturi and the snowmobile driving were awesome! The sausage, salmon, salmon soup and hot blueberry juice were very good. The hotel part of the package was at the city center and close to everything, the staffs were friendly and we like it that they have a sauna. Highly recommending NUT 🥰 Thank you very much!

Holly Baker (Google Reviewer)  

I still cannot believe how...

21-Sep-2024

I still cannot believe how incredibly lucky we were on our Northern Lights tour. The weather had been awful all day, so we were prepared for no lights (or not even going!). No-one expected the show we got - it just so happened that there was a huge geomagnetic storm that night and we had a dazzling display of pink and green lights over a good 2-3 hours. I have seen the lights before but this was 100x what I saw in Iceland. A once in a lifetime experience that we will never forget. There was even a surprise marriage proposal which was super cute. Joey and Gigi (our guides) were absolutely fabulous, very knowledgeable, friendly and they were just as excited as we were! The BBQ was delicious (I think I'm hooked on the hot blueberry juice!). I highly recommend booking with these guys if you are ever in Rovaniemi!

Peter Neam (Google Reviewer)  

Jerry an excellent guide.very informative...

31-Jan-2024

Jerry an excellent guide.very informative and patient. Even help to carried my child up the slope. Best experience ever. Totally recommended. And don’t forget to take up the extra cookies he offered at the rest point. 👍🏼👍🏼Nordic unique travel

Janet Maneenak (Google Reviewer)  

Our good experience/best memory goes...

26-Dec-2023

Our good experience/best memory goes to our tour guide, Carlos. Since we had a bad experience on the first day and Carlos was sent to be our guide on the next day. He picked us up and double checked our names just to make sure the all guests were real customers. And he kept saying he won't forget us. He drove carefully according to the law so we could trust him. Along the way he could describe several useful things. We enjoyed talking and didn't fall asleep. He understood his guests and didn't force us to do whatever we didn't want. If we were cold, we could be in the car. BBQ was also good for vegetarians. He kept corns and vegan sausages for us. This made us feel like we were special and turned the bad experience on the first day to good. When he sent us back, he dropped us in front of the apartment door. Thank you so much for the tour and the best tour guide.

Fiona Saunders (Google Reviewer)  

I booked once I arrived...

02-Apr-2024

I booked once I arrived in rovaniemi, the office was friendly. I booked a few tours. Yuming was a great guide, the reindeer farm was good fun and would recommend, especially for kids. Second tour was snowmobile and husky with ken, again he was great at explaining and giving some general info on Finland while we waited for snowmobile. The last tour was Matthias to the frozen waterfalls. I really liked this tour and guide had loads of stories, facts and info about rovaniemi, the forests, current ecosystem and the past history of the woods and animals. Showed us animal tracks and lots of information on the seasons. Genuine outdoors person who seemed like he enjoyed his job and engaging with customers.

Chong Vivian (Google Reviewer)  

Our tour guide Carlos was...

05-Apr-2024

Our tour guide Carlos was AMAZING!!! He guided us all the way preparing nice and warm food to enjoy in the cold and chased the northern lights to have super stunning views of it. We were beyond grateful for his guidance and also the good weather for the last week of the peak season!! Totally recommend to come take a visit. 5 stars for Carlos :D

Dries Thys (Google Reviewer)  

Incredible and wonderful tours! We...

08-Dec-2023

Incredible and wonderful tours! We booked the Aurora hunt, the husky safari and reindeer safari. The experiences were astonishing. Aldo, Miquel and Fotis were our personal guides. They gave us a very welcoming and personal feeling, they explained extensively the life of a husky and reindeer, as well as how the Aurora Borealis works. Highly recommended, we will definitely book here again!

fong kwong (Google Reviewer)  

We have joined Nordic Unique...

24-Dec-2023

We have joined Nordic Unique Travel for a day tour in Rovaniemi, the trip is really amazing and enjoyable. We first went to hiking, and had a panoramic view of the city. Then we went to visit the museum and got some knowledge of the weather characteristics of finland. Later, we had a delicious lunch buffet in Santa Claus village, and met Santa! Further, we had the reindeer ride. Our lovely guide, Jane, was really helpful. We had another activities at night. When she realized it, she proactively adjusted our schedules of activities to suit the same. She was very familiar with all the details of Finland, and all my family members enjoyed so much! Thanks Jane, 👍👍👍👍

Rose Cloherty (Google Reviewer)  

We had a wonderful guide...

15-Dec-2023

We had a wonderful guide called Rami, who took us to Santa's Village. He was so patient and informative regarding the schedule and layout of the village. Not only did he have great relationship skills he spoke 5 and a half languages, making people feel comfortable and at easy.

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