Dinner

A gold prospector’s story

Restaurant Kultala

The biggest gold rush in Lapland took place about 70 years ago in northern Lapland, but even today many Laplanders travel to the gold fields and rivers in search of their own gold nuggets. Restaurant Kultala serves a golden Lappish menu accompanied by stories, facts and fiction about Lappish Gold. Come and find your own gold nugget; maybe it will be the luxurious roe, the tasty salmon or the sweet cloudberries – they are all Lappish Gold…

Fish roe on toast
Smetana (local Crème Fraiche) with onion
Glow-fried salmon, prepared on spot in Kultala and served with dill sauce, potatoes and vegetables
Cloudberries in sparkling wine - a house speciality and a perfect combination of tastes

Classification:
Adult / children

Duration:
2-3 hrs

Price:
50€

Restrictions:
Available for individual travelers on Tuesdays at 20.00.

Additional Information:
Price: eur 50 / adult, eur 25 / children 4-11 years. Drinks are paid on spot.

Activity

Countryside Sauna

NORSAUNA

Let the gentle heat of the sauna pamper you and enjoy the peaceful countryside. Our sauna at Pohjolan Pirtti Country House used to be a barn but now hosts three saunas and an outdoor hot tub. Come and spend an evening like the Finns, with real sauna bathing. The brave ones take a snow bath alternated with the heat of the sauna, but everyone is bound to want to take a dip in the hot tub. Comfortably warm water under the stars…
There is a comfortable lounge area with fireplace for relaxing after the sauna.

Classification:
Family/Adult

Duration:
3 hrs (+ Transfers)

Price:
330€

Restrictions:
Min 5, max 10 persons

Additional Information:
NB! Price for group up to 10 persons. Trasportation, drinks and meals ordered separately, not included in the price.

Evening program

Countryside sauna

NORSAUN

Let the soft heat of the sauna pamper you and enjoy the peaceful countryside. Our sauna at Pohjolan Pirtti Country House used to be a barn but now hosts three saunas and an outdoor hot tub. Come and spend an evening like the Finns do, with a real sauna bath. For cool summer evenings the warm Hot Tub is a perfect place to admire the wonders of the bright nights. There is a comfortable lounge area with a fire place for relaxing after the sauna. Suitable for larger parties!

You can order drinks and our sauna meal to the lounge area.
Menu: Pan of the day: oven baked pan with chicken, pork, vegetables, potato hash, olives and seasonal goodies! Served with salad and bread

Drinks are paid on spot according to consumption.

Classification:
Easy

Duration:
3 hrs + transfers (app. 30 min one way)

Price:
250€

Additional Information:
Price: 250 eur / group up to 10 persons. Saunameal price 35 eur / personTransfers from any accommodation in Ruka eur 30 / person / return. From Kuusamo eur / 35 / person / return.

Daytime activity

Enchanted by Oulanka

RUKCENC

Paddle with canoes along River Oulanka and see the effects of the Ice Age on the scenery. Let the peace and quiet nature
take a hold on you and take a dip in the cool river. During the break we enjoy a soup lunch.

Classification:
Easy

Duration:
appr. 5 hrs

Price:
125€

Additional Information:
Price includes soup lunch. Pick-up service from all accommodations in Ruka is included. Transfers from Kuusamo town, eur 30 / person / return.

Evening program

Finnish sauna

SALSAUN

After a day outdoors, a relaxing sauna bath is just the right thing. In our sauna at Rukan Salonki, you feel the good aroma of smoke reminding of traditional smoke sauna and can cool off by plunging into the clear lake. The outdoors Jacuzzi is a true highlight in this sauna experience.
Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages are availabe at the sauna, payment according to consumption.
Sauna snack can be ordered in advance.

Classification:
Easy

Duration:
2 hrs

Price:
35€

Additional Information:
Price of the snack eur 11,50 / person (fish, vegetarian, elk meat or sausage versions).Transfers from Ruka: eur 20 / person, return. Transfers from Kuusamo: eur 30 / person, return

Dinner

Fisherman's Delicacy Buffet

Restaurant Juomuskota

The lakes in Kuusamo are abundant with fish, offering many species and therefore also seasonal specialities. Marjo, the landlady has created many of the recipes herself and we can guarantee you a symphony of tastes from her buffet table. One thing is certain, you will taste for yourself how fresh the fish is. Marjo’s husband Tuomo has actually caught most of the fish himself and used to earn his living from fishing. He also has some interesting real fisherman’s stories to tell.

A delicious buffet of cold and warm fish dishes made of freshly caught fish and house recipes served alongside salads, sauces and vegetables.
Homemade berry pie with strong coffee.

Classification:
Adult / children

Duration:
2-3 hrs

Price:
38€

Restrictions:
Available for individual travelers on Wednesdays at 20.00

Additional Information:
Price eur 38 / adult, eur 19 / child (4-11 yrs). Transfers are not included, please, ask us for transfers for your party. Drinks are paid on spot.

Daytime activity

Fisherman’s Friends

OLLFBOA

Hop on board a real fishing boat and become a seine fisherman for a while. Feel the breeze of wind and enjoy the lake views before arriving at the fishing site. We are fishing with dragnets and you are welcome to join in on the work of the fishermen, who are more than glad to tell you about their profession.

Classification:
Easy

Duration:
4 hrs

Price:
98€

Additional Information:
Price for children 49 eur. Price includes tranfers from Ruka or Kuusamo.

Daytime activity

Fisherman’s Quadbike Safari

RUKQFIS

We ride on raods, forest roads and in more demaning terrain. The program is perfect for adventurous adults holding a regular driver's licence and who want to test their driving skills. We stop for fishing at a lake or river and enjoy a tasty picnic en route.

Classification:
Average

Duration:
appr. 4 hrs

Price:
115€

Restrictions:
Driver's licence required.

Additional Information:
eur 115 / peron, when 1 person / quadbike. Price 70 eur/ adult, when 2 person/ quadbike. Pick-up service from all accommodations in Ruka is included. Transfers from Kuusamo town, eur 30 / person / return.

Fishing

Fly fishing course

Fly fishing in one of the most valued method of fishing among anglers. The casting techniques differ from ordinary spin fishing in many ways. Due to the lightness of the flies used as lures, special casting technique has to be learnt. After mastering the technique, fly fishing tends to lead enthusiasts to faraway places, in pursuit of tight lines and the promise of new and exciting catch. Fly fishing takes a bit of practicing, but with the help of our guides everyone can learn the basics of fly fishing. For a more experienced fly fisherman, our guides have the latest tricks and the best sites to offer.

Price includes: Fly fishing guide, fly fishing equipment
Note: Fishing licenses are to be bought on spot.

Duration:
4 hrs

Price:
80€

Additional Information:
80,00 EUR / person, minimum 4 person

Summer games

Frisbee golf

RUKGFRI

A game of frisbee golf is the perfect mixture of fun and sporty attitude for a leisurely spent summer's day. For this game you will not need a Green Card but the basics are the same as in classic golf, and you have a chance to get a “Frisbee Green Card”. On the field there are metallic rings (“holes”) in which the Frisbee should end up without using too many throws.
The program is good for the whole family, requires only a bit of competitiveness and is a lot of fun.

Classification:
Easy

Duration:
2 h

Price:
25€

Additional Information:
Price for children 12,5 eur. Price includes equipment and guidance. Pick-up service from all accommodations in Ruka is included. Transfers from Kuusamo town, eur 30 / person / return.

Daytime activity

Gold panning

SALGOLD

Get a feelng for the Lappish Gold rush which took place in the early 1900's. The rivers of the north were panned for gold and some made a small fortune and some lost all they had. Gold panning is still done today, it is a dear hobby of quite a few Laplanders. Come and find your lucky nugget of pure Lappish gold and listen to stories of gold panning when enjoying a cup of strong camp fire coffee! The nugget is yours to keep, of course.

Classification:
Easy

Duration:
2 hrs

Price:
50€

Additional Information:
Price for children is 25 eur. Transfers from Ruka or Kuusamo are included.

Fishing

Guiding

For the ultimate fishing experience we recommend to book a local fishing guide for at least one day. With the guide you will get to the best fishing spots and have a lot of information on the area, the nature, the seasonal catch and also the everyday life here in Kuusamo Lapland.

All rivers in the area are well known trout rivers. Big brown trout rising from Russia and it is the most wanted catch in area and same time very hard to catch. Grayling and whitefish is also inhabitants of Kuusamo rivers, especially grayling is quite common and many guides can give you guarantee to catch one. For river fishing, our fishing guide transfers you by car to the best fishing spots. In Ollila, our fishing guide goes with you in the rowing boat and takes you to the best locations on the two lakes. Apart from guide services, we offer a selection of fishing programs and fishing courses that include boats, rafts and even overnights in the wilderness.

Additional information:
Fishing equipment: eur 30 / person / day
- high quality fishing and wilderness gear

Price:
30€

Additional Information:
30€/person; min. 4 hrs

Daytime activity

Hiking on “Little Bear's Trail”

RUKHEAS

Hike through the wonders of the forest and cross the suspension bridge to the beautiful Jyrävä rapids. The hike of totally 6 km takes you through the most famous trail of FInland. Of course we will rest and have a snack at a beautiful location on the way.

Classification:
Easy

Duration:
appr. 4 hrs

Price:
40€

Restrictions:
Age limit > 5 yrs

Additional Information:
Price for children 5-11 yrs 20 eur. Price includes a snack. Pick-up service from all accommodations in Ruka is included. Transfers from all accommodations in Kuusamo town, eur 30 / person, return.

Fishing

Isokenkäisten Klubi – Cabin Pesäkolo

Pesäkolo is located 10 km from Isokenkäisten Klubi and is perfect for the guests wanting total silence and peace during the stay. This beautiful cabin is the perfect accommodation and base for a larger perty of fishermen, it accommodates up to 12 persons in 3 bedrooms. The cabin has a sauna, a fireplace in the lounge and a fully equipped kitchen. As the cabin is located separately, on a very beautiful spot by a lake, self-catering is necessary.

Supplements:
End-of-stay cleaning for cabins eur 70 / cabin
Bed linen for cabins eur 13 / person

Classification:
Accommodation

Price:
115€

Additional Information:
eur 115 / night eur 635 / week

Fishing

Isokenkäisten Klubi – Cabin Suopursu

The pearl of the eastern border, this very special place is located in the middle of nowhere and run by the energetic and lovely sisters Sirpa and Katja Kämäräinen. Experience the exotic wilderness, the exciting border zone in an environment where you are well taken care of.

A true gem is the homely cottage Suopursu. It offers accommodation on either self-catering or full board basis. The cottage has a sauna, fireplace in the spacious lounge and fully equipped kitchen. Suopursu accommodates up to 9 persons (4 bedrooms). There are rowing boats at the disposal of the guests and outdoor fireplace and BBQ by each cabin.

Supplements:
End-of-stay cleaning for cabins eur 70 / cabin
Bed linen for cabins eur 13 / person

Additional information: Cabins Suopursu is located on the premises of Isokenkäisten Klubi. Breakfast and meals from the restaurant are possible (see meals).

Classification:
Accommodation

Price:
115€

Additional Information:
ur 115 / night eur 635 / week

Fishing

Isokenkäisten Klubi – Cabin Varsta

The pearl of the eastern border, this very special place is located in the middle of nowhere and run by the energetic and lovely sisters Sirpa and Katja Kämäräinen. Experience the exotic wilderness, the exciting border zone in an environment where you are well taken care of.

A true gem is the homely cottage Varsta. It offers accommodation on either self-catering or full board basis. The cottage has a sauna, a fireplaces and fully equipped kitchen. Varsta accommodates up to 6 persons (2 bedrooms, each with 3 beds). There are rowing boats at the disposal of the guests and outdoor fireplace and BBQ by each cabin.

Supplements:
End-of-stay cleaning for cabins eur 70 / cabin
Bed linen for cabins eur 13 / person

Additional information: Cabins Varsta is located on the premises of Isokenkäisten Klubi. Breakfast and meals from the restaurant are possible (see meals).

Classification:
Accommodation

Price:
90€

Additional Information:
eur 90 / night eur 515 / week

Fishing

Isokenkäisten Klubi – Guesthouse Klubi

The pearl of the eastern border, this very special place is located in the middle of nowhere and run by the energetic and lovely sisters Sirpa and Katja Kämäräinen. Experience the exotic wilderness, the exciting border zone in an environment where you are well taken care of.

Isokenkäisten Klubi offers three different types of accommodation and is located 40 km from Kuusamo airport. The main building functions as a guesthouse, with bedrooms upstairs, shared facilities and full board (supplement). The electric sauna of the main building is at the use of the guests on request.

Additional Information: Accommodation in Guesthouse Klubi and Wilderness Hotel Kortteeri includes breakfast

Classification:
Accommodation

Price:
33€

Additional Information:
eur 33 / person / night

Fishing

Isokenkäisten Klubi – Wilderness Hotel Kortteeri

The pearl of the eastern border, this very special place is located in the middle of nowhere and run by the energetic and lovely sisters Sirpa and Katja Kämäräinen. Experience the exotic wilderness, the exciting border zone in an environment where you are well taken care of.

Isokenkäisten Klubi offers three different types of accommodation and is located 40 km from Kuusamo airport.

The inviting and fresh wilderness hotel Kortteeri accommodates in hotel standard twin rooms including breakfast in the main building. The electric sauna of the main building is at the use of the guests on request.

Additional Information: Accommodation in Guesthouse Klubi and Wilderness Hotel Kortteeri includes breakfast

Classification:
Accommodation

Price:
40€

Additional Information:
eur 40 / person in twin / night

Fishing

Lake fishing - Fishing for giant pike at a wilderness lake

We will take you by car to a wilderness lake, well hidden in the forest where you are very likely to be the only fishermen. Our target is to catch the giant pike, to feel the real battle of the mighty fish! The day is also an outdoor and wilderness excursion and we will enjoy lunch out in the open. The pike in this lake can be as large as 10 kg.

Includes: guided excursion by car from Ollila, lunch packs

Classification:
Easy / average

Duration:
6 hrs

Price:
450€

Additional Information:
450 eur / 4 persons + fishing licenses, which are bought on spot according to fishing site

Fishing

Lake fishing - Fly fishing, all incusive excursion from Ollila Cottages

Fly fishing is probably the most exciting and valued method of recreational fishing. In hope of tight lines we cast the flies through the air into the fishing waters. Fly fishing requires a special technique, in order to get the light baits to fly through the air to the destined spots on the river or lake and lure a catch! We will take you fly fishing on either the rivers of Kuusamo or on the lakes surrounding Ollila

Main catch: pike, perch, whitefish

Includes: guided excursion, lunch packs

Classification:
Fishermen, also beginners

Duration:
4 hrs

Price:
45€

Additional Information:
min 2 persons, eur 90 / person min 4 persons, eur 45 / person

Fishing

Lake fishing - Spinning & angling on Lakes Muojärvi & Kuusamojärvi

In spin fishing you will feel the catch fighting against you all the way up from the water, this is the main attraction in this form of fishing. Experienced fishing guides are taking you out on the claen and pure lakes straight from Ollila Cottages with proper fishing boats. The boats take up to 4 adult fishermen. We will take you to the best fishing sites on the lakes.

The way of fishing and bait is decided on depending on the season and weather conditions, your guide will advice on this at the beginning of the excursion. It is also possible to do angling and jigging. The fishing experience starts with the boat ride to the fishing site, remember to admire the beautiful lake shore landscapes, lush forests and open bogs, framed by the hills in the horizon.

Main catch: pike, perch, whitefish and grayling

Includes: guided trolling excursion, use of boat, fishing gear (if needed), lunch packs
Note: Price does not include transfers, in case guests are staying elsewhere than Ollila Cottages, we can arrange transfer on request. Return transfer from Ruka or Kuusamo is app. 25 eur / person, depending on how many guests are sharing a car.

Classification:
Fishermen, also beginners

Duration:
4 hrs

Price:
360€

Additional Information:
360 eur / boat (up to 4 fishermen / boat) + fishing licenses, which are bought on spot according to fishing site

Fishing

Lake fishing - Trolling on Lakes Muojärvi & Kuusamojärvi

Trolling is a leisurely fishing method, suitable for many. Experienced fishing guides are taking you out on the clear and pure lakes straight from Ollila Cottages with proper lure fishing boats. The boats take up to 4 adult fishermen and we can use up to 12 rods. We will take you to the best fishing sites on the lakes.

The fishing experience starts with the boat ride to the fishing site, remember to admire the beautiful lake shore landscapes, lush forests and open bogs, framed by the hills in the horizon.

Main catch: pike, perch, whitefish, lake salmon

Note: Price does not include transfers, in case guests are staying elsewhere than Ollila Cottages, we can arrange transfer on request. Return transfer from Ruka or Kuusamo is app. 25 eur / person, depending on how many guests are sharing a car.

360 eur / boat (up to 4 fishermen / boat)
+ fishing licenses, which are bought on spot according to fishing site
Includes: guided trolling excursion, use of boat, fishing gear (if needed), lunch packs

Classification:
Fishermen, also beginners

Duration:
4 hrs

Price:
369€

Additional Information:
360 eur / boat (up to 4 fishermen / boat) + fishing licenses, which are bought on spot according to fishing site

Fishing

Lakeside Cottages

COTTAGE

Urbanization is a fairly recent feature in Finland. Only fifty years ago, most Finns lived in the countryside. Today most Finns live in cities and towns and very many have a cottage in the countryside, there is half a million cottages to where Finns escape the city life every weekend. At the cottage life is always good. Sauna, sausage and peace and quiet is pretty much all Finns need at the cottage. They dress in "cottage clothes" that are old and faded, but very comfortable and relax totally. Find the peace and harmony of a true Finnish “mökki”, i.e. cottage!

Includes: 1 night in a lakeside cottage with sauna, bed linen, cleaning and breakfast

Classification:
Easy

Duration:
1 night

Price:
88€

Additional Information:
Price: 88 eur / adult (min 2 adults / cottage) 20 eur / child

Evening program

Midnight Sun Quadbike Safari

RUKQMID

The bright nights of the north are like made for enjoying the great outdoors. The nature presents itself in the beautiful summer gown and the light is soft and enchanting. Tonight we will drive off with the quad bikes and have a nice midnight snack while enjoying hte silence and beautiful views.

Classification:
Average

Duration:
appr. 3 hrs, starting at 10.00 pm

Price:
130€

Restrictions:
Driver's licence required.

Additional Information:
Price is including special midnight snack: smoke salmon/reindeer with local rieska-bread. Pick up service from all accommodations in Ruka is included. Transfers from Kuusamo town eur 30 / person, return.

Fishing

Night fishing – a wilderness experience

The nature is very still at night time and the northern summer nights are bright and luminous… Perfect for fishing! Be prepared for an all around wilderness experience as your guide picks you up at your accommodation around 18.00 in the evening. The campsite is by great fishing waters and the light dinner is being prepared by an open fire. A tent will provide shelter for the night and sleeping bags are keeping us warm, even if the summer night would get chilly. Thanks to the lightness, fishing is not limited by the dark hours, so in case you wish, you can fish all night. In the morning a breakfast is served and coffee is brewed by the open fire, before we return to your accommodation.

Price includes: Guide services, needed transfers, tent, sleeping bags and meals (light dinner and breakfast)

Note: Fishing licenses are to be bought on spot

Duration:
Over night

Price:
100€

Additional Information:
100,00 eur / person, min 2 persons

Wildlife watching

Night time Bear watching

IKKWILD

In the deep forests of the border zone of Finland and Russia lies Finland’s northernmost wildlife watching venue. In the bright summer nights it is a perfect spot to enjoy the tranquility of nature and the amazing wildlife on a close up distance. You are 99% sure to see the fantastic brown bears during your visit to the wilds; other possible encounters are northern birds and eagles, foxes and wolverines. Make sure to bring your camera, as the watch-out cabins have large windows and provide a first class view on the wildlife scenery.
The excursion starts at Isokenkäisten Klubi, where you are provided a tasty snack to bring to the watch-out point and you return there after midnight. A cozy room in the wilderness hotel is ready for you and in the morning a buffet breakfast is served.

A late lunch or early dinner at Isokenkäisten Klubi: eur 30 / adult, menu of the day

Classification:
Easy / average

Duration:
1 night (wildlife watching from app. 18.00 – 00.00)

Price:
190€

Additional Information:
Price includes transfers from IKK to the watch-out hide, snack, accommodation in twin room, breakfast buffet

Daytime activity

Nordic Walking through the history of Oivanki

OIVNORD

Join in on a relaxing and interesting Nordic walk around the area of Oivanki. The path trespasses the very grounds where our ancestors, the ancient Sámi people, used to live in total harmony with hte nature. We prepare with light stretching and a briefing on Nordic walking. Our walk will be accompanied by bird sone as well as stories about the people who used to inhabit Oivanki. Half way we make a stop at a Kota hut, rest a bit and drink some berry juice. Here we can listen to the silence... We follow the shoreline of Lake Oivanki back to where we started our walk.

Classification:
Easy

Duration:
3 hours

Price:
37€

Additional Information:
Price for children eur 19 / person. Return transfers from Ruka or Kuusamo are included.

Fishing

Ollila Cottages A & E

All our eight cottages are located by the lake shore, on a peninsula in the meeting point of the two lakes Kuusamo and Muo Lake. The location is in Sossonniemi village, a small rural village that has a lively little fishing harbor. Fishing is a livelihood in the village and that tells us that the lakes are abundant with fish!

All cottages are a bit different from each other, offering beds for 2- 6 persons. The cottages have a wood heated sauna and a fire place in the lounge. By each cottage there is a jetty, a fire pit and a box for smoking fish. Ollila is located 25 km from Kuusamo airport.

The host and owner of Ollila Cottges, Tuomo Ollila, is a passionate fisherman himself. Mostly it is Tuomo who will guide you in the programs offered at Ollila Cottages

Supplements:
Bed linen eur 12,50 / person
End-of-stay cleaning eur 65 / cottage

Price:
80€

Additional Information:
Cottage type A & E (2 cottages): eur 80 / cottage / night Cottage type A & E (2 cottages): eur 560 / cottage / week

Fishing

Ollila Cottages B & C

All our eight cottages are located by the lake shore, on a peninsula in the meeting point of the two lakes Kuusamo and Muo Lake. The location is in Sossonniemi village, a small rural village that has a lively little fishing harbor. Fishing is a livelihood in the village and that tells us that the lakes are abundant with fish!

All cottages are a bit different from each other, offering beds for 2- 6 persons. The cottages have a wood heated sauna and a fire place in the lounge. By each cottage there is a jetty, a fire pit and a box for smoking fish. Ollila is located 25 km from Kuusamo airport.

The host and owner of Ollila Cottges, Tuomo Ollila, is a passionate fisherman himself. Mostly it is Tuomo who will guide you in the programs offered at Ollila Cottages

Supplements:
Bed linen eur 12,50 / person
End-of-stay cleaning eur 65 / cottage

Price:
70€

Additional Information:
Cottage type B & C (3 cottages): eur 70 / cottage / night Cottage type B & C (3 cottages): eur 490 / cottage / week

Summer games

Paintball Game

RUKPPAI

It is up to you if you refer to "run for the flag" or play "last man standing" as long as you have fun and get your friends colourful. Mark your “enemies”!

Classification:
Easy

Duration:
2 hrs

Price:
45€

Restrictions:
Normal fitness

Additional Information:
Pick-up service from all accommodations in Ruka is included. Transfers from Kuusamo town, eur 30 / person / return.

Fishing

Pohjolan Pirtti Guesthouse (min 4 persons / booking)

A countryside idyll, a historic location on the most beautiful location and with a truly warm atmosphere - that is what Pohjolan Pirtti is all about. The estate has been in the possession of family Pohjola (the family name meaning North) for centuries and has served as a home and an inn for travelers. Today Pohjolan Pirtti is a guesthouse offering high standard services to its visitors. Pohjolan Pirtti is located 30 km from Kuusamo airport.

Matti Pohjola is the host and he greets you heartily to his previous home and is happy to tell the stories of his ancestors, how they came to live at this very location and how they made a living here in the north. Today the comfortable guestrooms are upstairs, in the olden days the guests of the inn slept on the wooden couch in the downstairs large living room. The couch is still there, but serving as a bench and not as a guest bed. The four bedrooms have 2-4 beds each, altogether 10 beds. The lakeside and long shore is inviting for independent fishing experiences.

At Pohjolan Pirtti you enjoy full board and the electric sauna is at your use daily. For a luxurious sauna experience you should experience the countryside sauna in the old cow house. Three different types of saunas and a soothing outdoor hot tub, relaxing fire place lounge and the stunning views will ensure an unforgettable experience.

Additional information: Accommodation price includes breakfast, bed linen and end-of-stay cleaning. All rooms share toilet and bathroom facilities. Min 4 persons.

Classification:
Accommodation

Price:
55€

Additional Information:
eur 55 / person / night

Daytime activity

Quadbike Adventure 2h

RUKQAD2

Join in on an introduction to driving quads on the varying free terrains. We will drive on roads too, but mostly off road on routes in the nature. The program is perfect for adventurous adults holding a regular driver’s licence who want to test their driving skills.

Classification:
Average

Duration:
2 hrs

Price:
70€

Restrictions:
Driver's licence required.

Additional Information:
Price is for 1 person / quadbike; 35€ / person when 2 persons / quadbike. Price includes one soft drink. Pick up service from all accommodations in Ruka is included. Transfers from Kuusamo town eur 30 / person / return.

Daytime activity

Quadbike Adventure 3h

RUKQAD3

During the safaris we ride on roads, forest roads and in more demanding terrain. Hills and trees keep you focused and there might even break out into a bit of a sweat, especially if you happen to get stuck. The program is perfect for adventurous adults holding a regular driver’s licence who want to test their driving skills.

Classification:
Average

Duration:
3 hrs

Price:
95€

Restrictions:
Driver's licence required.

Additional Information:
Price applies for 1 person / quadbike.Ehen 2 persons / quadbike price 45€. Price includes one soft drink. Pick up service from all accommodations in Ruka is included. Transfers from Kuusamo town eur 30 / person / return.

Daytime Activity

Quadbike Adventure to Reindeer Farm

RUKQREI

"During this safari you get to feel the speed of the ATV and get to know the life of the reindeer farm. At the reindeer farm reindeer herder will teach you how to milk a reindeer and also you get lot of information about the life of the reindeer herder. Lunch is served at the farm and dessert will be made of reindeer milk which you just caught.
During the safaris we drive on roads, forest roads and more demanding grounds. Hills and trees keep you focused and there might be even a bit sweat, especially if you happen to get stuck. The program is perfect for adventurous adults with B- driver’s license who want to test their driving skills."

Classification:
Average

Duration:
4 hrs

Price:
120€

Restrictions:
B driver's license to drive the Quadbike.

Additional Information:
Price eur 120 / person (2 / quadbike); 170 / person (1 / quadbike). Driving part app. 2 hours; total 4 hours. Lunch served on the reindeer farm. Pick-up service from all accommodations in Ruka is included. From all accommodations in Kuusamo town: 30 eur / person, return.

Dinner

Riita-Mari’s Countryside Feast

Restaurant Pohjolan Pirtti Country house

Historic Pohjolan Pirtti used to be a guesthouse and inn where travellers stopped on their way between the west coast and Russia. Guests were served proper homemade food; the bread was baked in the huge oven - just as it is today. Taste local homemade food at its very best and admire the stunning countryside views. Riita-Mari's grandson Matti has preserved the recipes and cherished the traditions of Pohjolan Pirtti.

Classification:
Dinner

Duration:
2 - 3 hrs

Additional Information:
Available for individual travellers on Tuesdays at 20.00

Fishing

River fishing - Fly fishing, all incusive excursion from Ollila Cottages

Fly fishing is probably the most exciting and valued method of recreational fishing. In hope of tight lines we cast the flies through the air into the fishing waters. Fly fishing requires a special technique, in order to get the light baits to fly through the air to the destined spots on the river or lake and lure a catch! We will take you fly fishing on either the rivers of Kuusamo or on the lakes surrounding Ollila Cottages.

Fly fishing on rivers
Main catch: whitefish, grayling, brown trout

Includes: guided excursion, transfers, lunch packs

Classification:
Fishermen, also beginners

Duration:
10 hrs

Price:
125€

Additional Information:
min 2 persons, eur 235 / person min 4 persons, eur 125 / person

Fishing

River fishing - The best kept secrets of the famous Kitkajoki

Kitkajoki is one of the most famous rivers in Finland but for fishing it is quite a challenge. The best way to reach the best fishing areas is to take a rubber rafting boat and local fishing guide with you. Guide will tell you have to manage in the float and shows you the fishing spots. During the trip we will enjoy fish soup in Oulanka National Park. In total we reach a fishing area of 18 km and the rafting ends at the border zone to Russia.

Includes: River fishing with rafting boat, guide services, needed transfers and lunch as mentioned

Note: Fishing licenses are to be bought on spot

Duration:
Full day excursion with lunch.

Price:
125€

Additional Information:
125,00 eur / person, minimum 4 person. Lunch included.

Dinner

Russian Feast

Restaurant Klubi

The Russian style of dining is plentiful, long and enjoyed with vodka! The Zakuskas play the leading role in the
menu. This is exactly how a Russian Feast is served at Restaurant Klubi, located by the Russian border. Sirpa and
Katja, the hostesses running Restaurant Klubi will tell you about life and the food traditions by the border zone. And
alongside the delicious food you will experience the authentic Russian-inspired atmosphere and enjoy a few sips of
Vodka. Russian Feast of 4 courses, starting with a glass of sparkling wine.

Zakuska plate: wonderful mouth-watering appetizers of fish, meat, vegetables
Light summer bullion of salmon and leek
Borderzone beef rolls with forest-mushroom sauce and summers new potatoes from our own fields.
Old time vanilla ice-cream, served with Matoska’s strawberry and rhubarb compote

Classification:
Dinner

Duration:
2 - 3 hrs

Price:
55€

Restrictions:
Available for individual travelers on Fridays at 20.00.

Additional Information:
Price for children 28€ (5-12 yrs).

Daytime activity

Sail away on a fishing raft

OLLFRAF

Sail away and throw the line. According to your wishes and weather conditions, we head to the Välijärvi or Kylmäjärvi lakes with a guide who tells you about the local fishing waters and the inhabitants. First, you need to dig up worms for bait and naturally afterwards the catch has to be prepared and cooked for tasting. Have you ever tasted fish this fresh?

Classification:
Easy

Duration:
3 hrs

Price:
96€

Additional Information:
Price for children 48 eur. Price includes transfers from Ruka or Kuusamo.

Daytime activity

Small is Beautiful

RUKCSMA

Spend a peaceful afternoon with your friends or family and explore the idyllic little rivers and waters of Kuusamo area by canoeing. We take a break by hte river shore and recharge with a snack before paddling further.

Classification:
easy

Duration:
appr. 3 hrs

Price:
60€

Restrictions:
Age limit > 5 yrs

Additional Information:
Price for children 5-11 yrs 30 eur. Price includes a snack. Pick up from all accommodations in Ruka is included. Transfers from Kuusamo town eur 30 / person, return.

Dinner

Tasty Outdoors Barbeque - Restaurant Ukonkivi

Restaurant Ukonkivi

Come and enjoy local tastes in the great outdoors! The delicious barbeque dinner is recommended to be enjoyed on the terrace of Restaurant Ukonkivi, however, the stylish grey log restaurant is at your disposal too. The smell of good BBQ food will awaken your appetite. Restaurant Ukonkivi has an excellent wine selection and your host Heikki is happy to recommend you a wine just for you. Heikki’s wife Tuula will tell you about local food traditions and she might even explain why there is a boat in the restaurant…

Tasty Barbeque: summer’s fresh salad buffet, tasty beef, succulent pork and fine chicken from the barbeque are served with season vegetables. Raspberry cream, made of sun ripened handpicked raspberries. Coffee or tea

Classification:
Adult / children

Duration:
3 hrs

Price:
36€

Restrictions:
Available for individual travelers on Thursdays at 20.00

Additional Information:
Price: eur 36 / adult eur 19 / children 5-12 years , Transfers are not included, please, ask us for transfers for your party. Drinks are paid on spot.

Dinner

Tundra cooking course

TUNDCOU

Taste the delicate northern flavors; get inspired by esthetic ceramics artwork and the stylish but relaxed setting of Studio Restaurant Tundra. For more menus and ceramics have a look at: www.tundra.fi Studio Restaurant Tundra invites all the gourmands to an unforgettable dinner. The restaurant kitchen is buzzing with conversation and laughter. Soon the table is set for a self-made feast. Chef de Cuisine Jarmo Pitkänen will be guiding you throughout the evening. He shows us how to get the best flavours from delicious northern ingredients. The Chef helps us to prepare a tasty three-course meal and after the preparation we dine, talk and enjoy the evening. From here, you learn many tips for you to try at home.

Classification:
Adult

Duration:
4 hrs

Price:
99€

Additional Information:
Drinks are paid on spot according to consumption.

Daytime activity

White water rafing - Family Route

RUKWFAM

Get your adrenalins high by shooting down the rapids that will hopefully keep you dry. On the way enjoy the beautiful Lappish nature.
Happy moments together for the whole family on a ride to remember. Seven rapids from easy to average are waiting for you to conquer them. Enjoy the beautiful river view and see the carnival of different animals and birds.

Classification:
easy

Duration:
3h / 14 km rafting

Price:
38€

Restrictions:
> 5 years

Additional Information:
20 eur/child 5-12 years. Pick-up service from all accommodations in Ruka is included. Transfers from Kuusamo town, eur 30 / person / return.

Daytime activity

White water rafting - Wild Route

RUKWWILD

Get your adrenalins high by shooting down the rapids that will hopefully keep you dry. On the way enjoy the beautiful Lappish nature.
This demanding route takse you through the wild rapids of river Kitka to Oulanka National Park. Meet the 900m Aallokkokoski face to face and enjoy afternoon coffee and snach by the amazing rapid Jyrävä surrounded by the untouched and serene nature of Oulanka National Park.

Classification:
Average

Duration:
6 hrs / 20 km rafing

Price:
80€

Restrictions:
Age limit > 18 yrs

Additional Information:
Price includes snack; coffee/juice, sausage and bun. Pick-up service from all accommodations in Ruka is included. Transfers from Kuusamo town, eur 30 / person / return.

Daytime activity

With Fishing Rafts to the Fishnets

OLLFNET

Learn about the history and development of the fishing village Sossoniemi and check the fishnets in lake Muojärvi in hope for a catch. Visit the campfire of Korkeasaari where we offer hot juice and pancakes. The caught fish is prepared and cooked for tasting. There is also a possibility to include meal in a Lappish hut to the program.

Main catch: whitefish, vendace, pike, perch and lake salmon.

Classification:
Easy

Duration:
3-4 hrs (+ meal)

Price:
96€

Additional Information:
Price for children 48 eur. Transfers from Ruka or Kuusamo are included.