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Go in search of brown bears, lynx and wolves in Finland's pristine forestland

» 4 day tailor-made tour

» Price from: £1,340 pp incl. flights

The central swathe of Finland known as Arctic Lakeland, set between the southern lakes and the remote far north, offers a fabulous combination of wilderness, wildlife and welcoming locals. The small town of Kuhmo, in the east of the region, provides the ideal jumping off point for the vast forests that are still home to lynx, wolves and around 1,000 brown bears. Take it all in on this summer & autumn itinerary, which includes half-board accommodation and a night to remember in a bear-watching hide, deep in the woods.

Day by day itinerary

  • Day 1 » Kuhmo

    Your wildlife adventure begins as you transfer from the airport and arrive at Hotel Kalevala in Kuhmo, among Finland’s cloaking forests. The hotel offers the perfect combination of wildlife and luxury with a whole range of spa and wellness treatments and, of course, that obligatory Finnish sauna.

    Stay: Hotel Kalevala, Kuhmo

    Meals: Dinner

  • Day 2 » Bear watching

    In the morning participate in a guided bike tour of Kuhmo city. As the late afternoon approaches, it’s time to transfer to the Bear Centre and prepare for a night in the hide, situated in the wild boreal forest. Visiting in the summer months means increased daylight hours so you can sit through the night with a pair of binoculars, watching out for bears and other wildlife. Hides come in all different shapes and sizes, giving you the option for larger, panoramic views of the surrounding area or a close-up encounter with the bears. They’re also equipped with sleeping mats and bags, comfy viewing chairs, dry toilets and plenty of sandwiches and refreshments to see you through to morning.

    There is also the option to upgrade to a luxury cabin. The private luxury cabins have a double bed, shower/WC, kitchenette, Wi-Fi.

    Stay: Bear watching hide

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  • Days 3-4 » Kuhmo

    After your night in the forest, and with a camera full of photos, you’ll return to Kuhmo and the comfort of your hotel for breakfast and a well-deserved wind-down, perhaps make use of the hotel’s complimentary bicycles and rowing boats. Sauna and jacuzzi before dinner is included. Day 4 see's you enjoying breakfast before returning to the airport to catch your flight home.

    Stay: Hotel Kalevala, Kuhmo

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

To book call us on:

020 7664 2237

Make an enquiry

At a glance…

Go in search of brown bears, lynx and wolves in Finland's pristine forestland

» 4 day tailor-made tour

» Price from: £1,340 pp incl. flights

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