Relax in Finnish nature and let the forests soothe your soul: Wild Taiga area has a great expanse of untouched wilderness, which offers exceptional hikes in ancient forests and on predator’s footsteps. Join our local guides to learn about our myths of the forests, its healing effects physically and mentally and animals roaming in the area. Hiking in Wild Taiga includes three outdoor activities that are suitable from beginners to active outdoor enthusiasts.
Programme description
Two Nature Trails
2 different nature trails only 15 min transfer away from hotel. First destination is Lauttavaara trail, 2 km long, an old forest where we can observe signs of the ice age, plants and perhaps even animals. Next we head to Lentua rapid, 1,5 km, to learn about exciting history of using the rapids as transport route. Duration 3-4 hours, including snacks and coffee.
Hiidenportti National Park
According to an old Finnish legend a demon named Hiisi lived in this peaceful and quiet park.
Hike to see beautiful Hiidenportti Gorge. Guide tells you stories of the park’s legends and myths. Soup lunch is enjoyed at the park by open fire. Duration 6 hours.
Iso-Palonen Nature Reserve
13 km guided hiking trip on an easy trail going around beautiful Iso-Palonen nature reserve. The landscape consists of old forests, lakes, beaches and eskers.
There is a chance to spot signs of great predators like bear and wolf, like footprints and droppings.
Light lunch is cooked by the fire halfway through the journey. There is also a chance to go for a swim at the lunch spot!
Extra option: Do you want to see the bears? Bears and other animals are very active in the area and can be seen in the professional wildlife watching places in their natural inhabitant. Book a bear watching tour for the evening or full night.
Price for evening tour +199 €/person
Price for night tour +255 €/person
Prices include transfers and early dinner.
Extra charge:
Extra night with breakfast starting 70 €/person
Return transfer from Kajaani airport 120 €/person
Optional activities
Equipment recommended:
Hiking shoes/trainers, weather according outdoor clothing, backpack, water bottle
We reserve all the rights to change the order of the activities.
Package price does not include personal travel insurance.
Detailed programme
Including:
- 5 night accommodation in hotel Kalevala
- breakfast daily, 5 x half board dinner
- evening sauna & jacuzzis daily
- free use of summer games, rowing boat, bicycles, Wi-Fi
Guided acitivities:
Two nature trails
Hiidenportti national park
Iso-Palonen nature reserve
Package price/Person:
Twin/Double room 1089 €
Single room 1245 €
Suite (for 2) 1385 €
Valid May – September 2025 (excluding 13.-26.7.)
For min. 2 persons
Photos: @koekainuu Kerttu Komulainen
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