Itinerary
Day 1 fly from the UK to Kajaani via Helsinki and transfer to Hotel Kalevala (approx 90 minutes), in time for a welcome drink followed by dinner. Following 2 nights at Hotel Kalevala.
Day 2 after breakfast and a welcome briefing, you have a day at leisure. There are several ways in which to explore and enjoy this amazing Finnish wilderness: cycling (free bike rental); hiking (free walking poles provided); swimming, fishing and canoeing - all making the best of the great outdoors, of which there is plenty! After dinner, spend the evening relaxing, perhaps take a dip in the Jacuzzi and have a sauna or, at additional cost, try an acu-massage bed.
Day 3 visit the Petola Nature Centre then after an early dinner, transfer to the bear hides close to the Russian border. Settle down with your camera and binoculars in these purpose-built hides ready for the night’s bear watch. A snack will be provided for you to take in to the hide.
Day 4 early morning transfer back to the hotel in time for breakfast. Rest of the day to relax, catch up on some sleep or continue to explore your scenic surrounds, ever watchful for wildlife. Overnight at Hotel Kalevala.
Day 5 check out of the hotel and transfer to Kajaani Airport for the flight to Helsinki and onwards to the UK.
Please note the order of this itinerary may change due to availability and local conditions.
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Show Me More»I just wanted to say thank you. Neil and I had a wonderful holiday and managed to see loads of lovely bears, the hotel was good (especially the service).
Sally & Neil Rixon, Wildlife Watching Adventure
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