Description
Description
In the northernmost part of Finnish Lapland there’s just you and the wilderness. Pure unspoilt arctic tundra as far as eye can see. This unforgiving – yet unforgettable – wilderness hides a gem of Finland’s hiking destinations, the Ropitunturi area. During the five-day trek in remote wilderness, we hike with backpacks on our paths in the terrain of Ropitunturi (945m). There are no official hiking trails, so we go wherever we feel like. The area is surrounded by small lakes, crystal-clear rivers, and majestic Lapland mountain landscapes. Water is drinkable from the pure streams, there are clean berries you can eat straight from the bushes, such as bilberry, cloudberry and lingonberry. There is a possibility to stop for some fishing. In August there are mushrooms we can eat too. In the evenings we set up tents in the wilderness and wait for darkness – if the sky is clear there is always a good chance of seeing the northern lights!
The daily distances vary between 10km-15km. We sleep in shared two-person tents in cosy sleeping bags, cook on gas stoves and drink straight from the streams. The weather conditions can be anything – it is good to be prepared for both cold days and nights, as well as scorching heat. The Lapland mountains can always surprise you.
During the trek, each hiker will carry their own gear in a backpack and also participate in carrying common equipment such as food. This trek provides a safe opportunity to explore harsh open tundra and gives you a lifetime memory of truly wilderness adventure. There are not many areas like this to roam freely in the world.
Before the trek you will get a comprehensive equipment list and have an online meeting with the guide to go through the upcoming trek in detail. In addition, a WhatsApp group will be created among the trekking group, where you can exchange information and ask questions.
Before and after the hike we spend one night comfortably in a hotel, where you can leave some of your belongings not needed on the hike. If you are travelling as single, you will have your own room, otherwise accommodation is in two person rooms.
Itinerary
Day 1. Arrival in Ylläs, hotel or B&B accommodation (nearest airport is Kittilä, Finland, 35 km, nearest trains station Kolari 38 km). Dinner together and safety briefing.
Day 2. After breakfast transport to the start of hike in Käsivarsi wilderness area, about 3 hours drive. Start of hiking, ascending slowly through birch forest up to open tundra. We walk 6-8 km. Night in tents, 2 persons/tent.
Day 3. Hiking in wilderness approximately 10-15 km. Exact route depends on the weather conditions and will be decided by our guide. There are no official trails so the route can take us anywhere anywhere through the open wilderness, passing fells and crystal clear lakes. Night in tents.
Day 4. Hiking in wilderness approximately 10-15 km. The exact route will be decided by the guide depending on weather conditions. Passing through the beautiful wilderness area of Finnish Lapland in solitude. Chance to see unique wildlife and even bump into reindeer herds! Night in tents.
Day 5. Hiking in wilderness approximately 10-15 km along a route decided by the guide. If the weather conditions allow, we can summit Ropi fell for a chance of beautiful views of the area. In the far distance you might even see mountains of Norway and Sweden. Night in tents.
Day 6. Last day of hiking in wilderness, 10-15 km. Transport back to Ylläs, about 3 hours drive. Night at a hotel/B&B, dinner together. Possibility to enjoy Sauna.
Day 7. Breakfast and check out. End of adventure! There are direct busses to Kittilä airport and Kolari Train station from Ylläs.
Including:
- Pihka Outdoors professional wilderness guide
- Safety briefing
- Sleeping equipment: tents, sleeping bags, mattresses
- Ski equipment: fell skis, boots, pulka for gear
- Accommodation before and after the hike
- Dinner & breakfast at accommodation upon arrival and after the hike
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks for each day on trail
- Gear list
Excluding:
- Flights/train/bus
- Transportation to the accommodation
- Backpacks
- Outdoor clothing (gear list will be provided)
- Own travel and accident insurance (mandatory on this trek)
Price
2250€ / person
Departures for 2024
September 9th – 15th (10 spots)
August & September are the best months, ask for exact dates suitable for you!
More about the area:
https://www.nationalparks.fi/kasivarsi
