Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls Hiking Tour: 130m Canyon Trek

Descend into a frozen canyon and stand in front of waterfalls locked in ice

Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls hiking tour is a 6-hour trek through a natural reserve canyon in Finland where you descend up to 130 meters into a gorge to see three frozen waterfalls, navigate challenging terrain with a live guide, and finish with traditional Lappish BBQ and hot drinks. The guide speaks English or Russian and pickup is included. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.

Step-by-step itinerary

Hike Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls

• Travel to Korouoma Nature Reserve
• Hike through the 130 m deep canyon
• View three frozen waterfalls
• Enjoy traditional Lappish BBQ

The Experience

The hike starts at Korouoma Nature Reserve, a canyon system about 30 kilometers long and a few hundred meters wide that cuts up to 130 meters deep into the landscape at Posio, Finland. The entire area is protected, and the varied terrain—forest, rock, water—supports species you won't see on a standard trail walk. The guide leads you down into the gorge itself, where the three frozen waterfalls appear as you move through the canyon. This is not a rim walk; you're descending into the thing, which is why the depth matters and why the terrain demands attention.

The hike takes 6 hours total. The canyon's depth and the ice on the waterfalls are what make this a winter-specific route—the frozen falls are the draw, and the steep descent into the gorge is the challenge that separates this from easier forest trails. You'll move through the natural reserve on foot, taking in the landscape and the cultural history of how people have used this area. The guide handles navigation and pacing; pickup is arranged so you don't need to find your own way to the trailhead.

At the end of the hike, before you leave, there's a traditional Lappish BBQ with hot drinks included. It's the reset after the physical work of the descent and the cold of the canyon—a way to warm up and refuel before heading back.

What’s included

• Live guide in English or Russian.
• pickup to the trailhead.
• traditional Lappish BBQ with hot drinks after the hike.

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by ToTheNorth

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a small-group hike with a guide who knows the terrain and handles the logistics—the 130-meter descent into the canyon is steep and the frozen waterfalls are the payoff, so the guide's route-finding and pacing matter. Suitable for all fitness levels, but the canyon descent itself is the defining physical challenge of the day.

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Top questions

How deep is the Korouoma canyon and what will I see down there?

The canyon reaches up to 130 meters deep, and you'll descend into it to see three frozen waterfalls. The entire reserve is a natural protected area with varied forest and rock terrain.

What is the Lappish BBQ included at the end, and what does it include?

Traditional Lappish BBQ is served after the hike with hot drinks included. It's part of the tour and happens before you return.

How long does the whole tour take?

The tour is 6 hours total, including the hike through the canyon and the BBQ at the end.

What language does the guide speak?

The guide speaks English or Russian, and you'll be assigned one at booking based on your preference.

Is pickup included, or do I need to get to the trailhead myself?

Pickup is included, so the operator will arrange transportation to Korouoma Nature Reserve.

Who should not book this tour?

The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health, because of the steep descent into the canyon and the physical demands of the hike.