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Oulanka National Park, Finland

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Oulanka National Park is a protected wilderness area in northern Finland, straddling the Oulanka River near the Russian border in the Kuusamo region. It is renowned for its dramatic river gorges, roaring rapids, pine and spruce forests, and flower-rich meadows that bloom vividly in summer. The park is home to the famous Karhunkierros (Bear's Ring) trail, one of Finland's most celebrated long-distance hiking routes, attracting trekkers from across Europe. Wildlife including brown bears, wolverines, and white-tailed eagles inhabit the area, making it a draw for nature lovers, hikers, and winter wilderness adventurers alike.

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Oulanka National Park, Finland · 8 days

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Finnish Wilderness Week: Self-Launched Arctic Adventure in Oulanka

Trade the guided group price tag for the same jaw-dropping Arctic wilderness — on your own terms. This self-launched version of Exodus's Finnish Wilderness Week plants you in the heart of Oulanka National Park for 7 nights, snowshoeing through boreal forests, dog-sledding with huskies in Riisitunturi National Park, learning cross-country skiing on frozen Juuma Lake, and chasing the Northern Lights after dark. Instead of Basecamp Oulanka's group-rate lodge package, you'll book directly into the same area via local guesthouses, holiday cottages, or Basecamp Oulanka's own public rates — and book activities directly with local operators via GetYourGuide or direct husky farm bookings. Arctic gear (snowshoes, skis, thermal layers) can be rented locally. All the magic, a fraction of the cost. Estimated costs are approximate and based on current budget traveller rates.

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