Lapland Wilderness Survival Tour: Taiga Forest Adventure

Explore Lapland’s Wild Taiga: Survival Skills & Wildlife

You’ll wander deep into Lapland’s Taiga forest with a local guide who’ll teach you real survival tricks (like lighting fires and finding wild berries) plus you’ll get to taste Finnish campfire snacks along the way. If you want to see Lapland’s wild side up close and learn something useful, this tour’s got you covered.

Options for this experience

2 options

From € 79 per person, depending on the option and date you choose.See dates & book

Summer and Autumn Wilderness Survival Tour Available from 1 May 2027 Guide in English Pickup is included

Midnight Sun Special Available from 1 Jun 2027 Guide in English Midnight Sun Departure: In June and July, the tour also starts in the evening so you can enjoy the Midnight Sun and its beautiful colours. Pickup is included

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Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Lapland Taiga Forest

• This safari departs from Rovaniemi City
• Explore Lapland forests with guide
• Learn about trees, plants, and wildlife
• Discover survival skills including fire making
• Enjoy Finnish campfire snack and refreshments

What’s included

Your day includes a friendly local guide who knows these forests inside out, hotel pickup and drop-off (if you’re outside city center), all taxes and fees, plus classic Finnish campfire snacks with hot drinks along the way. If your accommodation is more than 10 km from town there’s a small extra charge for transport.

Times

Next departure: 1 May 2027

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Before you book

Group Up to 8

Live guide English

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. You can choose from 10 pickup points.

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Ages Adult (15 to 90 years) · Child (4 to 14 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds No refund if you cancel. 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.

Good to know

Low physical effort Public transport nearby Not recommended during pregnancy Not recommended with heart problems Not recommended with back problems

Operated by Wild About Lapland

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Traveler reviews

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The experience

The air out here smells like pine and moss, especially after a bit of rain. We left Rovaniemi behind and, within half an hour, the city felt miles away. Just endless trees and that soft crunch underfoot. Our guide, Sanni, grew up nearby and seemed to know every plant by name. She showed us how to spot edible berries: blueberries everywhere in July, tiny but sweet if you catch them at the right time. I’d never tasted lingonberries straight from the bush before. They’re tart but oddly refreshing.

We learned how to build a fire using birch bark (it really does light fast), and Sanni explained which mushrooms are safe to pick in early autumn. The forest changes so much between seasons. Summer is all green and buzzing with insects, while autumn brings those deep ruska colors: golds, reds, even a bit of purple on the leaves. There was a moment when everything went quiet except for a distant woodpecker tapping away. Halfway through, we stopped for coffee brewed over the fire and grilled sausages: a proper Finnish snack break. It’s simple but hits the spot when you’re out in the woods.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 14 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What should I wear or bring?

Dress for the weather: layers are best since it can change quickly in Lapland. Good walking shoes are important too.

Can I join if I’m vegetarian or have food allergies?

Please mention any dietary needs when booking. We’ll do our best to offer suitable campfire snacks.

How long does the tour last?

The experience usually takes several hours including transfers from Rovaniemi. Exact timing depends on group pace and season.