Berry and Mushroom Picking Tour in Rovaniemi

Collect edible berries and mushrooms straight from the forest floor

A three-hour foraging tour in Rovaniemi where you walk through a Lapland forest with baskets, pick wild berries and mushrooms under a guide's instruction, learn which varieties are safe to eat, and take your harvest home or make tea from it. The guide speaks English and includes pickup and drop-off from your accommodation.

The experience

The tour starts with a drive to one of the best foraging sites in the region. Lapland has the largest area for berry and mushroom picking in Finland, and the guide knows which forest sections are most productive. You'll walk through the forest with baskets, collecting berries and mushrooms as you go. The guide teaches you how to identify edible species and which ones to avoid. Many varieties are poisonous, so this instruction is what makes the difference between a safe harvest and a risky one.

Along the way you'll stop for local snacks and drinks. The berries and mushrooms you pick are yours to keep: eat them fresh on the spot, take them home in your basket, or use them to brew tea later. The whole outing runs three hours, leaving time for other activities in your day.

What’s included

• Baskets for collecting.
• pickup and drop-off from your hotel.
• snacks and a drink during the walk.
• a professional guide who speaks English and teaches you which berries and mushrooms are safe to eat.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:30

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (under 13)

Live guideEnglish and Russian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 10 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcome

Operated by Local guide

Is this one for you?Three hours is long enough to reach a productive forest and fill your baskets, but short enough to leave your afternoon open for other Rovaniemi activities. Bring seasonal outdoor clothes, sturdy shoes, and a camera if you want photos. The guide provides everything else you need to forage safely.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Russian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 13).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What berries and mushrooms grow in Lapland forests?

Lapland's forests produce a range of wild berries and mushrooms, and the guide teaches you which ones are edible during the walk. Many species are poisonous, so the guide's instruction on identification is essential before you pick anything.

Can I eat the berries and mushrooms I pick right away?

Yes, you can eat them fresh as you pick them, or take your full basket home to use later. The berries can also be brewed into tea.

What happens if I'm not very fit or have never foraged before?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and the guide walks with you through the forest at a comfortable pace. No foraging experience is needed. The guide teaches you how to identify safe options as you go.

Is the guide fluent in English?

Yes, the guide speaks English and Russian, so you'll have clear instruction throughout the walk.

Does the price include getting to and from my hotel?

Pickup and drop-off are included, so the driver will collect you from your accommodation and return you after the tour ends.