Snowshoeing In Finland - Winter Activity Holiday

Essential Information

Trip Profile

5 days snowshoeing. No previous experience necessary. A reasonable level of fitness is required.

Price Includes

Return non-stop charter flight from Gatwick to Kuusamo, airport transfers (for group flight only)
7 nights half board accommodation at Basecamp Oulanka
All arctic winter equipment provided
Snowshoe equipment
Half day kick-sledding
Free use of cross-country skis and toboggans
Guides and instructors for all activities

Optional Activities:
Dogsledding
Snowmobiling
Downhill skiing
Cross-country skiing

Accommodation

Cosy accommodation in unspoilt wilderness location

Food

All breakfasts and 7 dinners included

Reality Check

We have chosen to categorize this holiday as 'Low Level Snowshoeing', which is described as snowshoeing over flat or undulating terrain, where avalanche risk is non-existent, and there are no big-drops and very steep terrain is rare. There is minimal risk of injury from falls or slides on icy terrain.

Snowshoes are adaptable to fit most trekking boot sizes, however if you wear larger than UK size 12 (US13 or EU47) boots please let us know at the time of booking. We will then be able to confirm if we can provide suitable snowshoes for you.

Activity Details All active winter holidays involve some element of risk; from something as normal as slipping on icy pavements, to the possibility of injuries sustained as a result of the activities themselves. While we do all we can to minimize any dangers, participants must be prepared to accept some risk as part of the holiday. Please see activity details below, and 'risk of injury' note at the back of the Winter Activities brochure or in our online FAQs for this trip.

Dogsledding (optional activity). While speeds rarely exceed 20km per hour, injuries can occur if a sled tips over or leaves the trail, and participants should be prepared for this risk.

Snowmobiling (optional activity). On flat or rolling terrain snowmobile accidents are rare, and the guides will follow prepared and signed trails for most of the time. As snowmobiles can reach high speeds, drivers must be responsible for safe driving, and must follow the instructions given by the guide to avoid injury and snowmobile damage. Important note on snowmobiling. All drivers must be over 17 and have a valid (car) driving licence carried with you whilst driving. You will be liable to pay for any damage to snowmobiles up to the excess on the insurance policy, which is approx Euros 550 (currently equivalent to approx. GBP500 or USD800) per machine. You will be asked to sign a form agreeing to the above. This means, that in the unlikely event that you damage a snowmobile in a major way, you will only be charged the excess and not the full cost of repair. Snowmobiles are not for everyone and can be difficult to master, however damage is very rare if the drivers are alert and considerate.

Normal group size and age

Normally 2 to 12. Minimum age 16.

Icons explained

The vast majority of Exodus adventures are adult group holidays. Groups are always small in size. We strongly believe that this adherence to small groups means a better experience for all; more time with your guide, less waiting around and a reduced impact on the communities and environments visited.
Each group is generally made up of like-minded travellers - with singles, couples and friends all joining in together. All these trips are suitable for single travellers, but if you prefer to travel with clients booking individually, please see our Solo Departures page.

In order to provide a more accurate grading system, where a trip falls between two grades we use an intermediate or split grade, for example Leisurely/Moderate. Occasionally, there are optional activities available en route, in this case the optional grade is indicated in brackets, for example Grade Challenging (climb Tough+). Clearly, conditions may differ from region-to-region or month-to-month and as such the information given on these pages is designed to act as a guide only. In all cases you should refer to the respective holiday's Trip Notes for further details.

Winter Activities: It's about seeking out alternative ways to have fun in unspoilt locations, you won't find standard skiing or snowboarding breaks here.

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