Kuusamo where FIS Ski World Cup Ruka Nordic is held every year is also famous for its outstanding nature and fun winter activities.
Here are some tips of the exciting activities you can experience during your stay in Ruka:
Oulanka National Park
http://www.nationalparks.fi/oulankanp
In Oulanka National Park you can experience the beautiful nature of Kuusamo. The area has a total of 150 km of marked trails and the routes vary from short day trails (2–12 km) to the famous Karhunkierros, Bear’s Trail (80km).
Distance: about 50 km from Holiday Club Kuusamon Tropiikki and 30 km from RukaVillage
Juha Kankkunen Driving Academy – Ice Rally Experience
In Juha Kankkunen Driving Academy you can experience ice and snow driving with 4-time Rally World Champion Juha Kankkunen.
Distance: about 50 km from Holiday Club Kuusamon Tropiikki and 40 km from RukaVillage
Husky Safari
http://www.erasusi.com/en/PROGRAMS
Experience a real husky safari! There is a possibility for shorter and longer husky safaris.
Distance: 15 km from Holiday Club Kuusamon Tropiikki and 8 km from RukaVillage
Reindeer farm
http://www.palosaarenporotila.fi/en/reindeer-farm
Visit a reindeer farm! Get to know the reindeers and all about reindeer herding.
Distance: 8 km from Holiday Club Kuusamon Tropiikki and 30 km from RukaVillage
In addition to these activities in Ruka there is also a possibility to go to a Snowmobile Safari or even on a Saunatour!
Snowmobile Safari: http://www.ruka.fi/en/snowmobiles
Saunatours: http://www.ruka.fi/en/sauna
Please contact the places directly to book your experience. If you have any questions you can contact Chief of Media Ms Jenni Pohtala [email protected].
We look forward to seeing you in Ruka!
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