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Our location at the top of Ruka provides a unique setting for enjoying the tranquil scenery and local nature. If you wish to bring activities into your stay, we offer many options to choose from. You can immerse yourself in relaxing activities or exciting adventures in the breathtaking nature of Ruka and Kuusamo.

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Activities and guided tours are for guests staying at Ruka Peak​

Yoga

Yoga in sauna lounge

Yoga & Sauna Yoga

Yoga is a great way to greet the sun in the morning and to calm down in the evening. Our yoga classes are suitable for all levels: no previous experience is required, advanced yogis are also welcome. Yoga classes are hosted at the hotel. Sauna yoga is an especially effective way to calm the mind and to relieve stress.
Duration and prices of yoga classes vary
Yoga in the forest

Forest Yoga

In forest yoga, you get to experience the beautiful scenery of Ruka and immerse yourself in nature. Yoga practice and meditation help you ground and feel more balanced.Duration and prices of yoga classes vary
Duration and prices of yoga classes vary

Winter

Activities Ruka Peak

Trip to our secret hut

Go on a snowshoe hike in the nearby surroundings to enjoy the stunning scenery. Your guide tells you about the life, culture, history, and nature of the area. Sit under the snow-covered trees and enjoy the beauty of the north. During the trip, we visit our secret hut, where we light a fire and enjoy the atmosphere. We offer hot drinks and small snacks on the trip.

Duration: 3 hours
Price: 140€/person – minimum 2 person

Snowshoeing

Experience winter wonderland on snowshoes. Guided snowshoeing trip can be arranged to the breath taking Riisitunturi National Park or to nearby hills. Our local guide will tell stories about the nature around. You can also try snowshoeing in the surroundings of Ruka Peak.

Reindeer

Reindeer Safari

In wintertime, the reindeer owners herd their reindeer. Come and see these beautiful animals up close and experience a traditional sleigh ride!
Duration: 2 hours
Price: 120€/person
Husky safari

Husky Safari

Experience the Winter of Kuusamo and thrill of speed unlike ever before, from the back of a husky sled. Two-person sled is pulled by a team of 6 huskies and the safari is guided by a professional guide.

Duration: min. 2 hours
Price: 165€/person

Skiing

The slopes of Ruka are open for downhill skiing during the season. There are also plenty of beautiful cross-country skiing trails around Ruka. Should you need help with equipment or planning a route, we are more than happy to assist. Our guest can rent gear with a discount from our partner HILL Ski Rent.

Northern Lights

Northern Lights

During the Winter we experience a phenomenon known as Aurora Borealis, the Northern lights. Though we cannot predict exactly where and when they will be visible, book a winter night snowshoeing trip and our local guide will take you to where the Northern lights are most likely to be seen on that night.

Summer

Summer nature

Arctic Summer Night Walk

During the Summer, we experience a phenomenon known as the midnight sun. In June-July, the sun doesn’t set at all for weeks. Our guided walk or a hike in the middle of the night will take you to experience the magic of the midnight sun. Arctic Summer Night walk will take you to the nearby hills, calm lakes, and tranquil nature.
Valtavaara trail

Hiking & Forest Walks

Hiking is a wonderful way to experience the beauty of our nature. A walk in the forest is a shorter and lighter option to hiking. Guided tours of all levels can be arranged in surrounding national reserves and hills. Snacks and coffee will be provided for shorter hikes, lunch can be provided in the forest for longer hikes.
Valtavaara trail

Silent Walk in the Forest

Sometimes all you need is a moment of silence. Let your mind be still and open your senses to the nature in this guided moment of silence. This is a great way to learn the art of being a Finn!
Rafting

Rafting

For the thrill seekers, the rapids of Oulanka river offer an opportunity for rafting – a true outdoors experience that will get the adrenaline pumping!
Duration: depends on the route
Price: 50-120€/person

Good to know

  • • Duration and prices of the trips vary, please ask for more information if you are interested in something in particular!
  • • You can make reservations before your arrival or during your stay
  • • All trips are tailored to fit your needs and we will make sure that the trip is suitable for your level of experience, physical condition, timetable, and other wishes
  • • If you are interested in something not listed here, please don’t hesitate to ask us – we are more than happy to help you with some ideas!
  • • Weather permitting: you can ask the guide for recommended activities and destinations for the given weather conditions
  • • We are committed to sustainable choices in all our activities and trips, in order to preserve the beautiful nature of ours

Juhannuskalliontie 27 A, FI-93830 Rukatunturi, Finland

info@rukapeak.fi / +358 (0)8 868 4100

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