Description
Description
Visit three countries at one go on our spectacular hike crossing the borders of Finland, Norway and Sweden in the northernmost Lapland. Prepare for one of the best hiking experiences in Europe with breathtaking mountain landscapes, beautiful open arctic tundra and superb wild camping areas. During day time we hike with our backpacks through the vast wilderness, in the evenings we set up tents where we like and enjoy the views. This three countries wilderness hike shows truly the best of Lapland while challenging your body physically. In Autumn, when the best hiking season is on, you get to admire the yellow and red hues of ‘ruska’ colours in nature. In the night, there are good chances of seeing some dancing Northern lights (Aurora Borealis) in the sky.
Itinerary
Day 1. Arriving in Kilpisjärvi town in Finland by your own means (nearest airports Troms, Rovaniemi and Kittilä) by the evening. You can check bus lines here and we are happy to help with arrangements. Checking in at hotel (twin room by default or single room at separate request) and enjoying dinner together. We will go through safety briefing during the evening and prepare backpacks for the hiking tour.
Day 2. After a hearty breakfast the wilderness hiking tour in Lapland truly begins as we set out towards the majestic mountains and hills. We start the trek by hiking marked trails through Malla Strict Nature Reserve. On the way we see some special protected vegetation typical only in this area, as well as signs from World War II in the middle of the fells, small mountains. After hiking 10-15 km we reach the three-country cairn, where Finland, Sweden, and Norway meet. We set up tents nearby (two persons/tent) and enjoy meals.
Day 3. The second hiking day is all about Norway. We kick the day off by hiking across open and wild wilderness as our path gradually ascends to the mountains. Admire the grand Mount Barras overlooking our journey. Breath in the purest air in the world while hiking through the remote Lapland wilderness. We will set up our wild camp in a valley with stunning mountain view on the border of Sweden and Norway. Hiking distance: 12-15 km, overnight in tents.
Day 4. The next two days we hike in Sweden. Early in the morning of day four we cross the Swedish border and hike next to Mount Pältsa. There are plenty of clean arctic rivers and streams along the way where we get our drinking water, as well as beautiful rapids and waterfalls to admire. Hiking distance: 10-15 km, sleeping in tents.
Day 5. We hike over small mountains to reach Lake Kilpisjärvi in Finland again. The day is full of up and downs but the views over the remote wilderness makes it all worthwhile. We hike on top of mountains in totally open arctic landscape. These are the areas where wolverine or even the elusive arctic fox live, besides reindeers. We will set up our camp for the final time and savour the views near the three-country cairn. Hiking distance: 10-15 km, sleeping in tents.
Day 6. The final morning in the arctic wilderness. This day is all about enjoying the ride as we take a boat back to the town of Kilpisjärvi, admiring the views from the lake. Please note that in case of heavy winds the boat is cancelled, in such event we hike back along the same path as on the first day, through Malla Nature Reserve. We spend the night at an accommodation in Kilpisjärvi and have a good bath, sauna and swim in Lake Kilpisjärvi. We enjoy a delicious well earned dinner together at a restaurant before getting a good night sleep on comfy beds (2 persons/room as default, single room also possible). Hiking distance: 1-13km, depending on the weather.
Day 7. After breakfast it’s time to say goodbye and see you next time! Transport to airport/next location at own expense.
Includes:
- Pihka Outdoors professional wilderness hiking guide
- Video meeting with the group, Whatsapp group chat, help with packing
- Safety briefing about the trip
- Sleeping equipment: tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads
- 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
Excludes:
- 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
August 17th – 23rd
