6 days tour
Skiing Expedition Course In Kuusamo
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Adventure Apesโ commitment to fair pay and supporting the local economy: Adventure Apes is a responsible travel provider. We are committed to supporting both travelers and our local economy in a way that respects the best interest of all parties. This means our tours may not always come in at the lowest price, but you can rest assured the money goes where it should go: to the local guides, bakers, fishermen and women and other small producers and local partners that make you feel part of the community. Tour includes: โธ Online course fee (details) โธ Availability of a professional guide team 24/7 โธ Complete tour planning โธ Accommodation as indicated above โธ Meals and activities as shown in the program โธ Transfers - Travel to and from Kuusamo airport (KAO) and all local travel indicated in the adventure program. Only one airport transfer per group is possible. โธ Rental of all activity based special gear โธ Group safety gear: full safety plan with risk analysis, first aid bags, space blankets, emergency shelters, gps, whistles etc.
Accommodation
Accommodation for nights 1 & 5 takes place at Adventure Apes Lodge in the countryside of Kuusamo. Once a public primary school, the guesthouse has been newly renovated to provide clean and cozy, standard-level accommodations. The dorm-style rooms have bunk beds with a maximum occupancy of six people per room with private bathrooms. Bed linen, towels and access to the traditional wood-heated sauna are included. See video and pictures here: www.adventureapes.fi/lodge Accommodation for nights 2-4 takes place in high quality Vaude tents shared by two people. High quality sleeping bags and sleeping mattresses are included. You will have plenty of space in the main entrance for your dry sacks and gear. In case you would like to have a private tent it is possible with a small extra fee (see single supplement option).
Transport
Airport transfers on arrival and departure days are included.
Guide
Professional guide team available 24/7 All our guides are professional instructors with experience in similar and more demanding conditions. They are also trained and certified in first aid and hygiene.
Meals
The meals are included as follows Day 1: Dinner Day 2: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 3: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 4: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 5: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 6: Breakfast When you are staying at Adventure Apes Lodge all the meals will be served in the cozy dining room. While camping you will be cooking your meals as a team under the supervision of your guides by fuel cookers or by open fire. We ask you to point out that whenever cooking you need to have the fire blanket and water bottle available at all times. Cooking inside the tent is not allowed. All food is included as outlined in the programme. The menu typically consists of typical Finnish foods which are sourced as locally as possible. The food is plentiful, generally local in style, and will give you lots of energy. There will be some variation at the camp meals every day. Some trekking meals have been dried earlier by your guides, sometimes it is commercially sold adventure food and sometimes it is fresh. Specific dietary requirements can be accommodated. Please note we require special dietary requirements 45 days before the start of the tour. The participants will take care of their own snacks (such as fruits, nuts & raisins, chocolate, energy bars & drinks etc.) Drinking water Finland has the cleanest drinking water in the world and tap water is safe to drink. We do not sell bottled water for sustainability reasons. On winter expeditions your guide will teach you how to melt snow and use it as drinking water. Sports drinks recommended in case your stomach is used to them.
Not included:
Others
โธ Flights or transportation not mentioned in the program โธ Single supplement (see additional fee for a single tent) โธ Personal outdoor clothing/apparel (a complete recommended gear list will be provided before the tour) โธ Optional add-ons โธ Meals and drinks other than those listed, and alcoholic drinks โธ Snacks which every participant will take care of themselves โธ Travel insurance (Travel insurance is required and should cover possible evacuation from the wilderness by helicopter)
Insurance
All participants are required to have their own travel insurance.
Flights
Flights are the responsibility of the buyer. Please check with the airline directly to ensure arrival and departure times. The organizers cannot be responsible for changes to the schedule because of flights, however, we will work with you whenever possible to adjust the programme to provide the best possible experience. This program includes transfer from Kuusamo (KAO) airport to Adventure Apes Lodge on arrival day and transfer from Adventure Apes Lodge to Kuusamo (KAO) airport on departure day. Only one airport transfer per group is possible. The flight schedule meeting this tour program is as following: Arrival flight from Helsinki (HEL) to Kuusamo (KAO): Flight number: Finnair AY487 Take off time: 20:00 HEL Landing time: 21:45 KAO Departure flight from Kuusamo (KAO) to Helsinki (HEL): Flight number: Finnair AY482 Take off time: 09:10/ 09:30 (02.03.23/ 08.03.24) KAO Landing time: 10:55/ 11:15 (02.03.23/ 08.03.24) HEL
Optional
Adventurers who do not own suitable outdoor clothing (such as boots, thermal base layer, etc.) are advised to budget an additional fee for the add-on gear package rental which should be reserved together with the booking. Personal winter gear rental package * Some adventurers prefer not to buy personal outdoor winter clothing. If you are traveling light or just prefer not to add to your closet, we are happy to offer a winter clothing gear rental package that will help to keep you warm and dry in Arctic conditions. Preliminary booking is required to ensure appropriate sizes are available. The rental gear package includes: โธ One set of thermal underlayer (trousers and shirt) โธ Fleece โธ Wind and waterproof jacket and trousers โธ Down jacket for breaks โธ Winter boots (suitable for snowshoes & skin based skis) โธ Beanie plus furry hat for cold weather โธ Light plus thick gloves โธ Thin Buff โธ Thick Balaclava for sleeping โธ Woolen socks for sleeping โธ Head torch Personal winter gear rental package: 100 euros per person including local VAT
Start planning your experience
Itinerary of your trip Skiing Expedition Course In Kuusamo
- Day 1 Arrival In Kuusamo & Preparations
Arrival In Kuusamo & Preparations
- Day 2 Preparations For Your Expedition
Preparations For Your Expedition
- Day 3 Time To Start Your Expedition
Time To Start Your Expedition
Experience Style
Mixed
There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโre also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.
Accomodation level
Medium
This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.
Experience Type
Small Group
Youโll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.
Physical Rating
Challenging
Long and challenging experience. Youโll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.
Age range
Min: 18 / Max: 99
Age range allowed for this experience.
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