Location: Kuusamo
Top Things to do in Kuusamo
What to do and see in Kuusamo, Northern Ostrobothnia: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
Kuusamo is a town and municipality in Finland. It is located in the Northern Ostrobothnia region. The municipality has a population of 15,391 (31 August 2017) and covers an area of 5,808.92 square kilometres (2,242.84 sq mi) of which 830.81 km (320.78 sq mi) is water. The population density is 3.09 inhabitants per square kilometre (8.0/sq mi).
Restaurants in Kuusamo
1. MyTrail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
Slow adventures, hiking, snowshoeing, forest yoga in arctic nature provided by nature loving local guides.
2. Adventure Apes
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5.0 based on 18 reviews
Adventure Apes is a full-service adventure company with a base Southern Finland (Orivesi) and Northern Finland near Lapland (Kuusamo). We specialise in authentic travel experiences that connect you with the local community, nature and each other. We offer multi-day wilderness excursions, cultural immersion experiences, Finland’s favourite seasonal sports, city tours and more.
3. Ruka
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4.5 based on 379 reviews
Ruka-Kuusamo is surrounded by National Parks, pure nature and comprehensive services. In Ruka-Kuusamo area you can go active on adventures or relax in well-being services, enjoy good food and quality accommodation in stunning sceneries all year round.
Reviewed By KevinT162 - Cardigan, United Kingdom
Second year in Ruka, stayed in the new Ruka Valley hotel, which is literally right on the doorstep to the ski school on the opposite side of the hill to the town. This isnt a problem though as a gondola runs wetween 9 and 7 to and from the town to the valley where ski school is held. Plenty of blue runs for beginners. The hotel has a resteraunt and bar which is open until 10pm, good quality food run by very friendly staff. Slopes are very good and well maintained, the main reason we initially chose Ruka is the guarenteed snow, cold and the wide range of excursions available. It was actually cheaper to get here and stay in this wonderful hotel than it was to get to corfu last year, however, the excursions, lift passes, equipment hire and food and drink soon make up for that. Overall, plenty of places to eat, all excelllent quality and easy access to wherever you want to go. Keep it quiet tho, currently the most attractive part of this place is how quiet and laidback it is. All this makes it a fantastic place to visit. If there is one negative, its the volume of snowboarders has increased significantly on last year ,it can be a bit intimidating for skiers still learning, would be good to,see at least 1 slope where snow boarders are prohibited. Booked with Crystal Ski first week February.
4. Ruka Adventures
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4.5 based on 80 reviews
Ruka Adventures organizes activities all year around in Ruka-Kuusamo area. Our programs are suitable for families but also for groups of friends or for companies. Our activities includes snowmobilesafaris, husky- and reindeer drive, ice karting, ice fishing and snowshoe hiking during winter time. Summer programs are river rafting, ATV safaris, hiking, canoeing and fishing. Nature in Kuusamo is beautiful so you can spend unbelievable time here!
5. Ruka Safaris Ltd - Day Tours
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4.5 based on 54 reviews
Polar nights and blue moments of the midwinter, late winters sun and shining snow, ice and the northern lights; this is the frame where the unforgettable arctic adventure is just one contact away. Journey goes through the snowy forests and icy lakes together with fast snowmobiles, friendly husky dogs or calm reindeer. When it’s time to quiet down, we’ll admire the sceneries and enjoy the quietness at snowshoe- and ice fishing trip.Nightless night and autumn colors Summer light, keennes and colors of spring and autumn reminds of the circulation of life. Diversity of the nature of Kuusamo and rapidly changing seasons leads us into the summer adventures. Blazing white water rafting, mind calming hikings and fishing trips give everybody that something which makes Kuusamo and Ruka Safaris so special.Ruka Safaris have weekly program for Summer and for Winter and we offer programs for groups too. We will take you to unforgettable adventures!
6. Karhunkierros
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4.5 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By 755piias - Massu, Estonia
Breathtakingly beautiful hike in autumn! Did 82+ km hike with my friends in late September - colourful sceneries, varied landscape , friendly people. Very well marked trail, suitable for beginners yet not too easy. The hardest terrain is from Porontimajoki to Ruka (which was the last leg in our case) but it's also the most beautiful if it's happen to be good weather. The trail isn't too wild and meets number of smaller trails so you'll probably meet any kind of hikers on your way. Take a tent or a tarp with you 'cause the huts may be full. We would like more campfire sites, especially crowded was the last night in Porontimajoki. It's nice to have a fire on a wet chilly night. But we are all very happy with this experience.
7. Kiutakongas Rapids
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4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By mmikko - Joensuu, Finland
Nice rapids and waterfalls. Kiutakängäs is series of waterfalls, the first one is the largest. It is about 800 meters( one way) from visitors center, quite easy trail, with some stairs. Nice views.
8. Kujala Reindeer Farm
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4.5 based on 28 reviews
Welcome to the world of reindeer! Kujala Reindeer Farm is an authentic reindeer farm dating back to 1860. More than 160 years and over 5 generations has the Kujala family been living on these hills and herding reindeer. The farm is one of the oldest and biggest farms in the Ruka-Kuusamo area with hundreds of reindeer and plenty of activities with reindeer both winter and summer. The farm has its own shop selling high-quality reindeer products and handicrafts workshop producing both souvenirs and art.
Reviewed By M8472OIscottc - Darley Dale, United Kingdom
I visited this amazing place twice (with help from Ruka adventures) and the experiences were the best from my trip to Finland. Between the two visits I lead a reindeer (well really it just followed the herder) up a hill, fed several moss, took in a sled ride and joined the morning feed! Even with poor weather, every moment was a joy. The Herders were very passionate about their Reindeer and of the wilderness and shared both information about the animals themselves as well as Thier own experiences. When I am able to get back to Finland, I am definitely returning. If you love animals and can get to this amazing place - do it!! Can't recommend it enough.
