6 days tour
Self-Guided Canoe Expedition In Lapland
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 yourselves by gas cookers. In case there is no forest fire warning you can also make a fire and cook on open fire. In case of forest fire warning, fire making is strictly forbidden. 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. 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. The water of the lake you are paddling in is clean and safe to drink and you will use it as your drinking water. We recommend you boil it before drinking though. Sports drinks recommended in case your stomach is used to them.
Transport
Airport transfers on arrival and departure days are included.
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 night 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 above). Eco toilet available.
Others
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. Our price includes: โธ Online meeting prior to your adventure (1 hour), time to be informed and link to be sent later. โธ Phone access to your guide 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 bag, space blanket, whistle etc.
Not included:
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: 18:55 HEL Landing time: 20:35 KAO Departure flight from Kuusamo (KAO) to Helsinki (HEL): Flight number: Finnair AY490 Take off time: 11:10 KAO Landing time: 12:50 HEL
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 (see personal gear list above) 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
Guide
This is a self guided tour and you will not have a guide with you. The tour takes place in easy conditions in a freshwater lake but in case it is windy the waves can get as big as in a sea and the conditions may get rough quickly. Your swimming ability will be tested at the beginning and you need to show your guides that you know how to save yourself from a capsized canoe. They will show you how to do it and give you all the support you will need. Please take your swimsuit or some extra clothing with you for this purpose. You are requested to wear a safety vest at all times while on water. It also includes a whistle for emergencies. You will have a phone connection to your guide who will assist you by phone if you have any questions during your paddling tour.
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Itinerary of your trip Self-Guided Canoe Expedition In Lapland
- Day 1 Arrival In Kuusamo And Preparations
Arrival In Kuusamo And Preparations
- Day 2 First Day Of Your Paddling Adventure
First Day Of Your Paddling Adventure
- Day 3 Paddling Towards West
Paddling Towards West
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
Personal
Youโll be just with your guide or pilot. Examples of these activities are paragliding, sky diving, personal mountain climbing, etc.
Physical Rating
Average
There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโre not sure this applies to you.
Age range
Min: 10 / Max: 99
Suitable age range for the experience. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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