The 15 Best Winter Hikes in Finland

1.Hiking and Snowshoeing Adventure in Lapland

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 753 reviews · 3 hours · from $104Our pick

You’ll spend three hours hiking and snowshoeing near Rovaniemi with an English-speaking guide such as Lina, Ewa, or Camille. After a lesson and forest walk, you may cross a frozen lake, reach a scenic lookout, and pause for hot blueberry juice and gingerbread. Pickup, winter clothing, boots, and snowshoes are included.

“If you’re in Rovaniemi, this snowshoeing experience is an absolute must. They take you to a breathtaking hiking trail where it truly feels like you have the entire forest to yourself. The guides are incredibly kind, attentive, and made me feel so comfortable, especially when I was tired. Every detail was taken care of with such warmth and politeness. The surroundings are unreal — a true winter wonderland. An unforgettable experience from start to finish.”

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2.Nuuksio National Park Hiking Tour with Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 379 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $110

Join guide David for a 4.5-hour trip from central Helsinki to Nuuksio National Park. Walk forest trails, learn about Finnish plants and wildlife, and enjoy seasonal glögi or black currant juice, pipari biscuits, and homemade mushroom soup at a Finnish fire camp. Winter conditions may allow snowshoeing, while summer can include lake swimming.

“The hike was just the right length & difficulty, for a person who is not a frequent hiker. with the group not being so large it gave a nice and relaxing atmosphere too. David was a very nice guide and his mushroom soup & snacks were delicious:)”

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3.Lapland Ski Trekking Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 224 reviews · 4 hours · from $128

Leave Rovaniemi for a four-hour ski trekking trip through Taiga forest, deep snow, hills, and possibly frozen lakes. Your English-speaking guide, such as Atanas, Aina, Maca, or Amy, adjusts the route to the group. Gear, winter clothing, transport, instruction, and a Finnish campfire snack are included.

“Here's a rephrased version of your review: We had an incredible time on our ski trekking safari! The sunny weather and perfect winter conditions made for an unforgettable experience. Our guide, Tomas, took excellent care of us, and the sausage BBQ in the cozy yurt by the campfire was the perfect way to cap off the afternoon. If you're looking for an active adventure, I highly recommend this activity.”

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4.Nuuksio National park hiking with campfire lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 189 reviews · 6 hours · from $141

Join Wild Frame Adventures for a six-hour trip from central Helsinki to Nuuksio National Park. Guides such as Nikolai, Patricia, and Szabi lead a 7.5 km forest hike with viewpoints, lake paths, Finnish campfire snacks, homemade berry juice, and time to learn about local nature and culture.

“Very good fun, Patricia was brilliant. We had a great time”

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5.Hiking tour in Nuuksio National Park with meal and snacks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 184 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $113Top rated

Meet guide David in central Helsinki for a small-group hike in Nuuksio National Park. Expect about three hours on forest paths, boggy ground, lakes, berries, mushrooms, Finnish nature stories, warm glögi, snacks, and homemade mushroom soup with bread. The pace is adjusted to the group, but proper footwear and moderate fitness are needed.

“Very nice trip in the outskirts of Helsinki. A good and informative guide in David who took us trough the forrest and showed us the different flora and fauna.Also the mushroom soup was very good👌”

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6.National Park Hike & Finnish Smoke Sauna Experience with Campfire Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 182 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $199

Leave central Helsinki with a guide such as Alex, Jeff, or Didi for a 6-kilometer forest walk near Kuusijärvi, a Finnish lunch cooked over a campfire, and a one-hour smoke sauna with lake swims. The group is capped at eight, transport and towels are included, and winter boots or raincoats are supplied when needed.

“Alex was very informative and a great tour guide. He made you feel welcome and love what Finland has to offer”

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7.Nuuksio National park hiking with campfire lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 164 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $139

Ride from central Helsinki to Nuuksio National Park for a guided 7 km forest hike lasting about 2 to 2.5 hours. Guides such as Nikolai, Szabi, and Patricia point out plants, animals, stories, and Finnish traditions, then prepare campfire snacks with homemade berry juice. The group is capped at eight, and photos are taken along the way.

“Beautiful nature reserve. The guides were relaxed and enthusiastic. Especially the lakes were beautiful. Thank you Patricia for your kind and knowledgeable guidanceAuto-translated”

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8.Magical Taiga Forest Hike with Lunch and Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 145 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $187

Travel from central Helsinki to Liesjärvi National Park for a gentle 4.5 to 5-kilometer forest walk with guides such as Alex, Jeff, Didi, or Helena. Learn about mushrooms, berries, birds, moss, and Finnish ecology, then enjoy hot soup, bread, dessert, and a drink beside a lake. Round-trip transport and raincoats are included.

“This was a great excursion! Even before the trip, I was emailed about my dietary restrictions, which they accommodated. The meeting spot was centrally located, and our guide, Alex, was already there to meet us. He gave us a quick overview of the day, and let us know that he had ponchos, sunscreen, and insect repellent for each of us if we needed it. The trail itself was beautiful- great to be in nature after spending a couple of days in the very busy industrial city. The trail was lined with blueberry plants, and Alex shared interesting details about the plants and animals that we encountered. The campground was great…”

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9.Hiking in Riisitunturi National Park with Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 8 hours · from $222

Spend eight hours traveling from Rovaniemi to Riisitunturi National Park for a guided 5km hike, campfire lunch, and photo session. Guides such as Valeriia combine trail support with professional photography, then send edited images after the day. Expect a long drive, cold conditions, and memorable views of snow-covered trees.

“This activity was really amazing! its such a wonderful place where we had a walk of 5km. everything looks magical with all the snow. Hard to believe when you see the pictures upfront but it's really like that. Special thanks as well to our guide Valeriia as she is really fun and completed the tour with all the stories, pictures she makes with her camera and the lunch in between. never a borring moment. definitely would recommend this activity with her!”

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10.Winter Wonderland Liesjärvi National Park Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · 7 hours · from $182

Travel from central Helsinki to Liesjärvi National Park for an easy 4.5 to 5 kilometer winter hike with guides such as Jeff, Mari, or Alex. Expect wildlife tracking, berry foraging, a campfire lunch in a wilderness hut, warm gear, and plenty of quiet forest time in a group of no more than eight.

“Jeff was a great guide and a great cook too! The salmon soup was delicious, the hike was a learning experience, and we even got to forage lingon and juniper berries.”

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11.Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls Hike & Hot BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 90 reviews · 7 hours · from $140

Travel 110 kilometers from Rovaniemi to Korouoma Canyon for a four-hour winter hike among frozen waterfalls and ice walls. Guides such as Toni, Paul, Santi, and Edward add local stories and steady support on slippery sections. Winter clothing, boots, transport, snacks, and a Finnish campfire meal are included.

“The experience was amazing, our Guide Edward was very interesting he knew a lot of things and was very knowledgeable. It was one if the best tours we made so far.”

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12.Hike and Sauna in Sipoonkorpi National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 85 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $194

Join a small group of up to eight for a guided 6-kilometer hike in Sipoonkorpi National Park, a campfire barbecue lunch, and a traditional smoke sauna at Kuusijärvi Lake. Guides such as Jeff, Alex, and Ronja share Finnish nature and culture along the way. Round-trip van transport, towels, sandals, and sauna entry are included.

“Really wonderful day spent at Sipoonkorpi National Park - the hike is super relaxed, the forest is beautiful, and the sauna and lake are the perfect way to finish off. Jeff has so much knowledge and passion to share about foraging, nature and life in Finland. Highly recommend!”

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13.Hike to Frozen Waterfalls of Korouoma Including BBQ Lunch from Rovaniemi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $108

Travel from Rovaniemi to Korouoma Canyon for a snow hike past frozen waterfalls, icy cliffs, and Arctic forest. Thermal clothing, guide commentary, blueberry tea, and a barbecue lunch are included. Expect a 7 to 8 hour day, steep and slippery sections, and a compost toilet at the trailhead.

“It was a wonderful experience.. immersed in the Lapland forest. All thanks to our guides Tommaso and Joana who were able to tell us and make us experience the magic of this fantastic place!Auto-translated”

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14.Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls Hike & Private Teepee BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 7 hours · from $182

Travel from Rovaniemi into Korouoma Canyon for a guided 2.5-hour winter hike among frozen waterfalls and Arctic forest. Guides such as Michael, Alex, and Elias explain the geology, wildlife, and local stories, then serve a warm sausage snack and drink at a private teepee BBQ. Hotel transfers, spikes, snacks, and drinks are included.

“Michael was a great guide, he showed us the waterfalls and gave us loads of facts and safety tips. He also took us at the end to a separate tent to eat sausages and drink hot berry juice to warm up by the fire. It was such a beautiful experience, couldn’t recommend it enough.”

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15.Magical Taiga Hike in Liesjärvi National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 70 reviews · 7 hours · from $182

Leave Helsinki with a small group of up to eight and hike roughly 4.5 to 5 kilometers through Liesjärvi National Park. Guides such as Alex, Jeff, and Helena explain Finnish plants, wildlife, and culture, then cook a Finnish-style lunch by the lake. The tour runs about seven hours and returns to central Helsinki around 4 P.M.

“Jeff was great, I have had a great time, amazing nature, good food. He was very friendly, welcoming and seemed very passionate about what he was doing, great energy. 100% recommended tour.”

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