- Stay at the unique lakeside Hotel Kalevala in Kuhmo
- Search for brown bears, wolves and wolverines
- Look for bear and elk tracks in the forest with your guide
- Embark on an exciting bear watching night, where wolves and wolverines may also be spotted
Finnish Wildlife & Wilderness Adventure
Experience Finland in Summer and discover the unspoiled natural beauty and native wildlife of the wild taiga forests that carpet Eastern Finland. Staying at the unique lakeside Hotel Kalevala in Kuhmo, spend your days hiking through green forests looking for bear and elk tracks, learn more about Finland’s local wildlife and set off on an overnight bear watching excursion, making the most of the rare opportunity to photograph and get up close to brown bears, wolves and wolverines.
Please note that this holiday is based on 2 nights in Helsinki at Solo Sokos Hotel Helsinki, 4 nights at Hotel Kalevala in Standard rooms and 1 night at Bear Centre in private small and basic 'Bear hides'.
Tour Itinerary
Fly from the UK to Helsinki, transfer on your own to Solos Sokos Hotel Helsinki hotel and check in for 1 night.
Transfer on your own to Helsinki Central Station. Travel to Kajaani by train from Helsinki (journey takes approx. 6/7 hours), transfer to Hotel Kalevala and check in for 5 nights. (D*)
*3-course dinner included
Today embark on a 2-3-hour guided hike in the Finnish taiga. Follow your professional guide and learn more about how to identify the tracks of a European brown bear in the forest: as droppings and marks on trees. Listen interesting stories about Finnish bears and other wildlife living in the forest and, in the afternoon, return to Hotel Kalevala for a relaxing sauna. (B,D*)
*3-course dinner included
After breakfast, visit Petola Nature Centre, where an interesting exhibition presents Finland's large carnivores: bears, wolves, lynxes and wolverines. The centre is located at just 300m from hotel Kalevala and entrance is free of charge. In the afternoon, transfer to the forest for a thrilling bear watching night. On arrival, enjoy an early dinner served at the Bear Centre, then reach your private 'Bear hide'* and get ready for a special night looking out for bears, wolves and wolverines. Meeting the "Wild Brown Bear" and other wildlife in its natural environment, the wild taiga, is an unforgettable experience and offers an opportunity to take the shot of a lifetime from the safety of a specially designed hide. (B,D**)
*Please note that the 'Bear hides' are very small and basic and they feature bunk beds and dry toilet. Ask your Regent Specialists to upgrade to a comfortable 'Luxury bear cabin hide' with double bed, table and chairs, small kitchenette, flush toilet and shower.
**3-course dinner included
After an exciting wildlife watching night, transfer back to the hotel for breakfast and spend the rest of the day resting and relaxing, perhaps bathing in one of the hotel indoor or outdoor Jacuzzis. In the evening, enjoy a 3-course dinner before setting off on a 2-3 hour guided elk safari to meet these impressive mammals in their natural habitat. (B,D*)
*3-course dinner included
Spend this day at leisure relaxing at Hotel Kalevala or embarking on optional activities. Perhaps, try rapid swimming, rent a canoe or a bike, or visit Kuhmo town. (B,D*)
*3-course dinner included
After breakfast, transfer to Kajaani train station for your journey back to Helsinki. On arrival, transfer on your own to Solo Sokos Hotel Helsinki and check in for your last night in Helsinki. (B)
After breakfast, transfer on your own back to the airport for your flight home (B).
Pricing Information
Price Includes
- Return international flights from the UK to Finland
- All airport taxes and security charges
- 2 nights accommodation at Solo Sokos Hotel Helsinki in Standard double/twin room with breakfast
- 4 nights accommodation at Hotel Kalevala in Standard double/twin room with half board
- 1 night accommodation at Bear Centre in small and basic private ‘Bear hide' with half board
- Train tickets from Helsinki to Kajaani and return
- All transfers and transportation in Kajaani
- Excursions as stated in the itinerary
- Meals as specified by BLD (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
Price Excludes
- Travel insurance
- Aiport transfers in Helsinki
- Any meals not specified in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional excursions
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Price Notes
- Price based on two adults sharing in a standard double/twin room on stays between May and September 2024 (excluding 14-28 July) and there may be supplements for travel in peak season of flight fare fluctuations. Speak to your Regent Specialist for more details.
- Ask your Regent Specialist to upgrade to Superior Double room at Hotel Kalevala from £95 per person.
- Ask your Regent Specialist to upgrade to 'Luxury bear cabin hide' at Bear Centre from £345 per person.
- Please note that domestic flights Helsinki-Kajaani are not available yet.
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- Finland, Helsinki
- Finland, Kajaani
- Finland, Kuhmo
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