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Active Hobbyist's Winter Weekly Programme 2025-2026

Welcome to the adventures of Ruka-Kuusamo! The winter weekly programme includes the top highlights of the diverse activity and adventure offering in Ruka and Kuusamo. The weekly programmes are organised during 1.11.-30.4.
Event dates
01.11.2025 - 30.04.2026
Place
Adventure companies at Ruka-Kuusamo area

Activities and adventure for every day of your holiday!

Learn about individual activities through the links below. Sign up for the adventures in the weekly programme a day in advance by 16:00 unless stated otherwise.

Please take into account that events that require snow will only take place when the snow situation permits. Other possible exceptions are marked in the programme. We reserve the right for changes.

Rukan ympäryssafari moottorikelkkaillen, Kuusamo Safaris
Rukan ympäryssafari moottorikelkkaillen, Kuusamo Safaris

Snowmobile safari around Ruka Mon-Fri at 10 and 15

2.12.2025 - 31.3.2026
10:00 - 12:00
Start at Ruka on a snowmobile to experience one of the most magnificent snowmobile routes in Finland. Suitable for families. A heated sled is also available for children.

Duration 2 h. Price 85 €/person (2 person/snowmobile), 105 €/person (1 person/snowmobile), 50 €/child 5–12 yrs. This adventure is available during December-April according to snow conditions.
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Ruka Adventures msisemasafari
Ruka Adventures msisemasafari

Scenery safari on Mon-Wed and Fri-Sun at 11 and 15

1.12.2025 - 19.3.2026
11:00 - 17:30
Snowmobile safari through the sceneries of Ruka. Suitable for families.

Break with snacks and warm drinks is included. Duration 2,5 h. Price 115 €/person (2 person/snowmobile), 155 €/person (1 person/snowmobile), children 4–11 yrs. 50 €. This adventure is available during 1.12.2025-11.4.2026 (snow conditions permitting).
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Lumikenkäilyä Kuusamossa. Kuva Ruka Safaris
Lumikenkäilyä Kuusamossa. Kuva Ruka Safaris

Daytime Winter Wonderland Hike on Mon, Wed, Thu and Fri at 11

24.11.2025 - 10.4.2026
11:00 - 14:00
This tour is just 10 minutes from Ruka centre, leading you into serene forests and peaceful trails. Surrounded by winter’s charm, you’ll enjoy breathtaking scenery, a warm drink, and a refreshing escape into nature.

Duration 2,5–3 h. Price 83 € /adult, 51 € /child 5–11 yrs. This adventure is available during 24.11.2025-30.4.2026 according to the snow conditions.
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Lammintupa ice karting
Lammintupa ice karting

Ice karting race Sun-Fri at 12-15

3.11.2025 - 12.3.2026
12:00 - 15:00
Exciting and speedy race on over 0,5 km long ice karting track. Top gear.

Height limit 150 cm. Price 60 €/person.
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Huskyajelulla Ruka-Kuusamossa. Kuva Lammintupa Winter Village
Huskyajelulla Ruka-Kuusamossa. Kuva Lammintupa Winter Village

Husky sled ride 5 km Mon-Sat at 12, 13 and 14

23.12.2025 - 6.4.2026
12:00 - 14:00
Husky ride in forestry scenery. After memorable ride we will get to know the dogs and their lives at our kennel. At the end we will enjoy snacks in a hut.

Price 110 €/person, children under 15 yrs. 87 €/person.This adventure is available during 23.12.2025-11.4.2026 snow conditions permitting.
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Ruka Adventures Ice Karting
Ruka Adventures Ice Karting

Ice karting Mon-Sat at 12, 13, 15 and 16

10.12.2025 - 12.3.2026
12:00 - 17:00
Super exciting and totally new driving experience, which has equal elements to a real formula race! It happens on an icy track, which might give you a good spin!

Duration 1 hour. Price 70 €/person. Height limit 150 cm, minimum age 14 years. This adventure is available during 10.12.2025-27.4.2026 (ice conditions permitting).
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Myllykoski talvella. Kuva Salla Karhumaa.
Myllykoski talvella. Kuva Salla Karhumaa.

Snowshoeing to Oulanka National Park

25.11.2025 - 18.4.2026
09:15 - 14:15
This snowshoe hike takes us to the most beautiful part of Kuusamo and Oulanka national park, The little bears trail. We will hike next to the river Kitka with snowshoes and see the famous Myllykoski old mill next to the roaring waters. This winter scenery will surely take your breath away. Hiking distance is about 4-5 kms and during the program we will have a coffee break with sandwiches.

Duration 5 h. Price 119 €/adult, 71 €/child 8–11 yrs. This adventure is available on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 9.15 AM during 25.11.2025-18.4.2026 (according to snow conditions).
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Moottorikelkkailua tähtitaivaan alla, Ruka Safaris
Moottorikelkkailua tähtitaivaan alla, Ruka Safaris

The land of Northern Lights, evening snowmobiling Wed and Fri at 19.30

26.11.2025 - 6.4.2026
19:30 - 22:00
On this snowmobile safari you go out from Ruka to hunt northern lights. During the safari there is a break by an open fire with snacks.

Duration 2,5–3 h. Price 165 €/ person (2 persons/snowmobile), 205 €/person (single driving) 95 €/child 8–11 yrs (min. height 140cm required). This adventure is available 26.11.2025-30.4.2026 according to the snow conditions.
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Talvimaisema Lammintuvalla
Talvimaisema Lammintuvalla

Ruka scenery safari Tue-Sat at 11, 14 and 17

3.12.2025 - 2.4.2026
11:00 - 18:30
A peaceful snowmobile safari in wonderful scenery! The popular snowmobile safari is suitable for all levels of drivers.

Height limit 140 cm. Drive duration 1,5 h. Price 97 €/person (2/snowmobile), 120 €/person (1/snowmobile), children under 18 yrs 65 €/person. This adventure is available 3.12.2025-11.4.2026 snow conditions permitting.
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Myllykoski talvella. Kuva Salla Karhumaa.
Myllykoski talvella. Kuva Salla Karhumaa.

Little Bear's Trail by snowshoes on Thu at 10.00

4.12.2025 - 2.4.2026
10:00 - 15:00
Guided snowshoeing hike on the most popular day trail in Ruka-Kuusamo area. Admire the unique winter sights of Oulanka National Park on this 10 km loop, enjoying a picnic lunch by a campfire during the hike.

Duration 5 h. Price 109 €/person, 69 €/child 8–12 yrs. Age limit 8 years. This adventure is available during 4.12.2025-2.4.2026, snow conditions permitting.
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Moottorikelkkailua Ruka-Kuusamossa. Kuva Lammintupa.
Moottorikelkkailua Ruka-Kuusamossa. Kuva Lammintupa.

Snowmobile safari and 5 km husky safari combo

23.12.2025 - 11.4.2026
11:00 - 14:00
This tour combines snowmobiling and sled dogs! You will enjoy the beauty of nature and the snowy landscapes of Ruka on a 1,5 h snowmobile safari. Then it's time to hop on to the world of huskies! After the husky sled ride and cuddling the dogs, we wil serve you our homemade sweet buns, coffee and tea and you can grill sausages on a campfire.

Prices: 1976 €/adult (2 persons/snowmobile), 220 €/adult (1 person/snowmobile), 142 €/passenger under 18 years. This adventure is available on varying days on Tue-Sat at 11 during 23.12.2025-11.4.2026, depending on the snow conditions.
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In addition to the environment, the operations of these companies also consider financial and social sustainability, while cherishing traditions, too.

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