Finland · Hiking

9-Hour Oulanka National Park Hike with Little Bear Trail Trek

9 Hours Round trip from Kuusamo Hard pace

Hiking trail in Oulanka National Park, Finland

Happy Tourists in the Oulanka National Park, Finland

Happy Tourists entering to the Oulanka National Park

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Trek along Finland's most famous hiking trail, the Little Bear Trail
02 Cross the Kitka River on three different hanging bridges
03 Taste the fresh water of the Kitka River
04 Cook traditional Finnish delicacies and enjoy camp lunch by an open fire

Embark on an adventurous hike along Finland's most famous hiking trail, the Little Bear Trail in Oulanka National Park, Kuusamo. Feel the pure nature of Finland as you cross the Kitka River via hanging bridges, taste its fresh water, and visit an old mill along the way. Enjoy lunch by an open fire and learn about the area's indigenous plants and animals from your local guide.

Feel the pure nature of Finland as you cross the Kitka River via hanging bridges, taste its fresh water, and visit an old mill along the way.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kuusamo, Oulanka National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Little Bear Trail Hike in Oulanka National Park

Arrive at Oulanka National Park and meet your tour guide.
Start your 12-km trek along the Little Bear Trail.
Spot the local flora and fauna of the area during your hike.
Cross the Kitka River via three different hanging bridges. You can also taste the fresh water of the river.
Set up an open fire and cook Finnish delicacies, including traditional Finnish sausage, blueberry pie, sandwiches, and other snacks with the help of your guide.
Enjoy the beautiful scenery, relax, and take photographs here.
Visit an old mill as you hike back down.
Depart for your hotel from Oulanka National Park.

Where this trip takes you

Little Bear Trail, Kitka River hanging bridges, old mill, Oulanka National Park

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kuusamo 2 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

English-speaking Finnish tour guide
Rental of a small rucksack
Camp lunch - sandwich, traditional Finnish sausage, and juice
Afternoon snack - coffee, tea, or juice and a traditional Finnish blueberry pie

What's Not Included

Hiking clothes
Travel insurance

What to bring

Comfortable outdoor clothing
Good hiking shoes
Water bottle
Camera

Know before you go

Transfers to and from the entrance of the Little Bear Trail are available at extra charge.
In case of a forest fire warning, we won't be able to make a fire and will have to cook our lunch with gas cookers.
Let your guide know if you have any special diet or allergies.
This tour is also suitable for families with small children and visually impaired people.

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