2 Days 1 Night Snowshoe Touring in Pyhä-Luosto

Embark on an entry-level overnight snowshoe tour to Rykimäkuru Gorge and beyond in Pyhä-Luosto National Park, led by a qualified wilderness and snowshoeing guide who will share insights about the surrounding nature and traditional wilderness travel. Participants will pull a not-so-heavy ahkio sled, also called a pulka, to carry personal equipment, eliminating the need for a day backpack while adding an authentic wilderness experience. This tour provides an ideal introduction to multi-day snowshoe expeditions, offering a combination of adventure, learning, and immersion in Finland’s pristine winter landscapes.

Snowshoers will spend a cozy night in a warm wilderness hut, complete with the option to enjoy a traditional wood-heated Finnish sauna and the invigorating experience of rolling in the snow. Throughout the tour, participants will have the opportunity to develop essential snowshoeing skills, including technique, strategy, sled packing, daily maintenance routines, and weather awareness. The Bliss guide will also teach practical Arctic skills such as navigation in the Taiga forest, using a traditional puukko knife, fire-making in snowy conditions, and wilderness cooking methods, providing a comprehensive and immersive experience in Finland’s winter wilderness.