6 days tour

Finland Adventure Week For Blind And Visually Impaired

Finland Adventure Week For Blind And Visually Impaired

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Accommodation 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

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: โ–ธ Online meeting prior to your adventure (1 hour), time to be informed and link to be sent later โ–ธ Availability of a professional guide team 24/7 โ–ธ Complete tour planning โ–ธ Accommodation as indicated above โ–ธ Meals and activities as shown in the program โ–ธ 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. โ–ธ Rental of all activity based special gear for activities โ–ธ Group safety gear: full safety plan with risk analysis, first aid bag, space blanket, whistle etc.

Transport

Airport transfers on arrival and departure days are included.

Guide

Professional guide team available 24/7 The lead guide is a professional wilderness and outdoor sports guide with adequate safety and first aid training and a team of assisting guides. Adventurers are requested to follow the guideโ€™s instructions in all circumstances. The guide(s) may be male or female depending on availability of staff. Main guide will be available for 24/7 but will stay the nights in a separate staff building right next to customer accommodations.

Meals

The meals are included as follows Day 1: Dinner Day 2: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack, Dinner Day 3: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack, Dinner Day 4: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack, Dinner Day 5: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack, Dinner Day 6: Breakfast When you are staying at Adventure Apes Lodge all the meals will be served in the cozy dining room. 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.

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 *Updates possible

Others

โ–ธ Flights or transportation not mentioned in the program โ–ธ Single supplement โ–ธ Personal outdoor clothing/apparel (see personal gear list above) โ–ธ Optional add-ons โ–ธ Meals and drinks other than those listed, and alcoholic drinks โ–ธ Snacks which every participant will take care of themselves โ–ธ Optional activities โ–ธ Travel insurance

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Itinerary of your trip Finland Adventure Week For Blind And Visually Impaired

  • Day 1 Arrival In Kuusamo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival In Kuusamo

      You will be picked up from Kuusamo (KAO) airport according to your flight arrival time in the evening. After a half an hour drive you will arrive at Adventure Apes Lodge where your guide team will welcome you with a homemade dinner and a tour briefing. 


      After getting to know your guides and fellow travelers it is time to settle in your room and get some rest before your adventure week begins. 


      Meals included: Dinner

      Total driving time: 30 mins 

      Accommodation: at Adventure Apes Lodge in bunk beds


  • Day 2 Orientation Hike, Fire Making & Outdoor Cooking
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Orientation Hike, Fire Making & Outdoor Cooking

      Start your day with a big healthy breakfast before exploring the surroundings of the Adventure Apes Lodge. First your guide will walk with you to the biggest spring in Europe, lake Kitka.


      Soon you will continue your walk by a small village road until you will turn to a nature path taking you to the top of Kotivaara hill. You will stop every now and then and learn interesting facts about Finnish nature from your expert local guide. 


      When you have returned to the Lodge you will have a short break to rest before its time to learn how to make a fire without matches and cook delicious three course lunch in a traditional Lappish teepee on open fire. 


      Later on you will get an introduction to Finnish sauna culture. Your guide will share with you some interesting stories about the history and traditions of the sauna. Men and women will go to sauna separately in smaller groups. 


      After dinner itโ€™s time to head to bed for some well deserved downtime. 


      Description of the physical activity: 3 km long hike in a relatively easy walking path with some elevation. Activity time is around 1.5 hours.

      Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack, Dinner

      Accommodation: at Adventure Apes Lodge in bunk beds



  • Day 3 Hike In Riisitunturi National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Hike In Riisitunturi National Park

      After breakfast your guide will provide you with a small rucksack and other important gear needed for a five kilometer hiking tour in one of the most beautiful National Parks in the area. 


      After a half an hour transfer you will arrive at the starting point where you will do some warm up for your hike. You will start the hike as a team with all your fellow travelers but after you have greeted the ancient God of the forest you will split into smaller groups in order to walk at your own speed and enjoy the silence of nature together with your own assistant and a guide dog (if you have one). 

      You will have a longer break when you reach Riisitunturi open wilderness hut where you will enjoy a delicious lunch cooked by your guides. In the afternoon there is only a short stretch and soon you will return to the starting point of your hike. 


      After enjoying some coffee and snack at the Adventure Apes Lodge it is time to have some rest. Post dinner you will have a chance to soothe your tired feet in a herbal bath in the sauna. 


      Description of the activity: 5 km long hike in a relatively easy walking path with some elevation. Eco-toilets available at the beginning, in the middle and at the end of the hike. Activity time around 5 hours including one hour lunch break. 

      Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack, Dinner

      Accommodation: at Adventure Apes Lodge in bunk beds 


  • Day 4 Souvenir Shopping, Visit To A Reindeer Farm And Horseback Riding
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Souvenir Shopping, Visit To A Reindeer Farm And Horseback Riding

      Right after breakfast you will get transferred to Kuusamo downtown where you will get a guided tour to Finnish cuisine on a supermarket tour.  You will also have some free time to explore the shops on your own and you may also purchase some souvenirs if you wish to do so. 


      After lunch you will get transferred to a traditional reindeer farm where you will meet and feed the reindeer. The reindeer herder is happy to answer any questions you may have about this majestic animal of the Arctic. 

      While enjoying your hot drinks around the fireplace you will have a special guest. The Lady Shaman will join you and lead you through a magical moment of drumming. This is a moment where you will leave all your worries behind and just enjoy the moment. 


      Soon itโ€™s time to have a short afternoon walk to a nearby horse stables where you will have a horseback riding lesson under the supervision of a professional team who specializes in accessible horseback riding. 

      In the evening it is time to enjoy another dinner together with your guide and fellow travelers followed by a relaxation in the sauna again.


      Description of the activity: Short horseback riding on an easy path with some elevation. Eco-toilets available at the beginning and at the end of riding. Activity time is around 1.5 hours.

      Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack, Dinner

      Accommodation: at Adventure Apes Lodge in bunk beds


  • Day 5 Full Day Hike In Oulanka National Park, Free Time In A Spa And Farewell Dinner
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Full Day Hike In Oulanka National Park, Free Time In A Spa And Farewell Dinner

      Today you should eat a big breakfast as you will go on a full day hike to Oulanka National Park. The hike is about 12 kilometers and it does not only challenge you physically but provides something for all your senses.


      You will hike through old growth forests, listen to the sound of running rapids, cross rivers via hanging bridges, climb and ascend long stairs and enjoy your lunch together with local people at a camping place. 

      Late in the afternoon it is time to congratulate yourself as you will cross the finish line and get transferred to a small Spa where you will pamper your tired muscles in the swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna. 


      Tonightโ€™s farewell dinner will be enjoyed at the restaurant of the Spa hotel. Please be prepared to share your best memories with your new friends with whom you have challenged yourself for a week in different activities in the pure Finnish nature. 


      Description of the activity: 12 km long hike in a demanding walking path with a lot of elevation. Several eco-toilets are available along the hike. Activity time around 8-10 hours including one hour lunch break. 

      Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack, Dinner

      Accommodation: at Adventure Apes Lodge in bunk beds


  • Day 6 Time To Say Goodbye
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Time To Say Goodbye

      We like to say a great adventure never ends, it merely changes form to become part of who you are. On day seven your adventure week in the Finnish Lapland will transform into some of your best memories as you will be transported to Kuusamo (KAO) airport to catch your return flight in the morning. 


      Meals included: Breakfast


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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

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 youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 16 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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