
Activities in the Kuusamo Wilderness
At Isokenkäisten Klubi, activities are closely connected to the surrounding nature, local traditions and the changing seasons of northern Finland. Whether you visit in summer, autumn or winter, you can experience the wilderness through authentic outdoor adventures, traditional Finnish sauna culture, local food experiences and guided activities inspired by life in the north.
Explore forests, lakes and fells, search for wild berries and mushrooms, enjoy local food around an open fire, relax in our award-winning Seven Star Smoke Sauna or discover the beauty of the wilderness on snowshoes, skis, by snowmobile or while ice fishing. Many experiences are based on traditions that have been part of everyday life in Kuusamo for generations.
From peaceful moments in nature to memorable group activities and celebrations, Isokenkäisten Klubi offers year-round experiences for couples, families, groups and travellers looking to experience the authentic atmosphere of the Finnish wilderness.

Seven Star Smoke Sauna
Bathing in an authentic smoke sauna is a unique experience. Combine it with a peat treatment and a dip in the lake, in summer from the pier or in winter through a hole in the ice.

Sleighride through a winter wonderland
Experience the breathtaking scenery of Kuntivaara. This snowmobile sledge safari will take you through the vast areas of Kuusamo wilderness. There is plenty of beautiful untouched nature to see.

Snowshoe hike through the white forest
Our snowshoe trail takes you through the quiet and glimmering snow-covered forest. On the way we will stop here and there to explore animal tracks. Even in winter, life goes on in the forest, under the thick cover of snow. You guide will give instructions and tell you about snowshoeing before we start for the woods. The five-kilometre hike lasts approximately one hour.
Min group size 4 person

Winter fishing – local meditation
Ice fishing ” local meditation” is indeed a Finnish hobby that almost all local people do. Now is your chance to try your luck on ice-fishing. Our guide introduces the gear to you and teaches you the tricks of ice fishing. After drilling a hole into the lake and setting up your fishing jigs “pilkki”, you may catch perch, whitefish or pike. Many Finns enjoy fishing for the peaceful moments it offers in nature. For some it is a way to spend time with friends and family, and some enjoy it most when done alone. Catching fish is the goal, but not the only reason to go out on the lake.
Min group size 4 person

Snowmobile safaris in winter landscape
In cooperation with our partners in Ruka-Kuusamo area, we organize memorable snowmobile safaris tailored to suit the interests of your group. There are 500 kilometres of maintained snowmobile tracks in the magnificent Kuusamo wilderness. The network of tracks extends to the Isokenkäisten Klubi area.
Min group size 4 person

Evening with friends
Every day is a good day to get your friends together and have a party. An evening of comfort and fun is easy to organise – just lean back and let us take care of the arrangements. You and your friends can focus on having a lovely evening together in the relaxing surroundings of IKK.
Get-together min. 6 people.
Incl. sauna, toiletries, towels, swimming place and dinner.

Team recreation activities at Klubi
The fun-filled adventure track at Klubi will speed up your holiday or enliven a conference day. Our activities include exciting and amusing exercises in the midst of the rugged northern wilderness. The content of the event varies from season to season, and it is specially tailored for each group.
Min group size 10 person

Live like a local, go to the forest in search of forest treasures
This trip takes you to the roots of Finnish lifestyle. For ages Finns have caught food from pure nature. Depending on season, there can be plenty of blueberries, cloudberries, lingonberries etc. and wild herbs and mushrooms (season for berries around July – September). The guides will know the best places in the nearest forest for picking real wild super food. You learn more about Lappish nature and the ways how Finns are using these forest healthy treasures. After the excursion, we enjoy juice and homemade pastries by the fire.
This is a good programme before kota- cooking.
Min group size 4 person
