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Wild Taiga
Get your lines tight and embark on a relaxing fishing trip to the waters of Lentiira! Lentiira Lake and its…
Wild Taiga
Self guided holiday Eastern Finland. First 4 - 7 days You paddle on our peaceful lakes or rivers and the…
Wild Taiga
Hut-to-hut hiking tour through Finnish eastern wilderness and in Hossa national park. Departures for groups on request.
Wild Taiga
During this 9 days multiactivitet pakage we paddle, row by rowingboat, make husky trekking and spend time in hides and…
Wild Taiga
Experience the silence of the Eastern border on a guided boat trip. Later in evening you will have a chance…
Kajaani-Oulujärvi
Welcome to the first ÄRJÄ ARCTIC SWIM CHALLENGE open water swim event on Sunday August 3, 2025, at 1:00 PM…
Paljakka
Add luxury to your holiday
Kajaani-Oulujärvi
Finland’s northernmost steamship, S/S Kouta, cruises along the River Kajaaninjoki to the open Paltaselkä stretch in the historical and beautiful…
Vuokatti
Cozy and unique Hotel by the Lake Nuas in Vuokatti.
Vuokatti
Lakeside Chalet apartments are part of the Hotel Aateli Lakeside, known before as Grand Hotel Vuokatti.
Kuhmo
Ukkohalla
Rent a SUP board and experience Lake Syväjärvi during summer season
Hossa-Suomussalmi
On a guided trip you will hear stories about nature, times gone by and local history while enjoying the stunning…
Wild Taiga
An exciting and educational school camp week in Hossa national park in summer. Activities include hiking, canoeing, wilderness skilss and…
Kuhmo
Hossa-Suomussalmi
Guided canoeing trip to the Julma-Ölkky canyon lake at the sunset.
Kajaani-Oulujärvi
Discover the secrets of winter fishing.
Hossa-Suomussalmi
The cottage, habitable area 75m2 + loft 25 m2, located in Virsuniemi, on the shore of Lake Piispajärvi, 59 km…
Vuokatti
In hot summer days nothing can be better than dive into water on one of Vuokatti beaches.
Ukkohalla
Rent a canoe and start exploring Ukkohallla´s nearby waters.
Vuokatti
This atmospheric private sauna is located about 400 meters from the hotel, in the shore of lake Särkinen with stunning…
Kuhmo
Kuhmo
Wild Taiga
Kajaani-Oulujärvi
Experience the winter wonderland by snowshoes.
Kuhmo
Wild Taiga
Welcome to all-inclusive hiking tour from national park to national park. Welcome to the pure nature of Finland. National parks…
Wild Taiga
Hiking tour for groups. Seven wonderful walking days and a canoeing excursion in three national parks - Hossa, Oulanka and…
Hossa-Suomussalmi
The recreational spa Kiannon Kuohut is surrounded by beautiful nature, but still close to the services of the Suomussalmi town…
Ukkohalla
We boldly encourage you to get acquainted with this fast-growing popularity sport at the cable of Lake Syväjärvi in Ukkohalla.
Kajaani-Oulujärvi
Welcome to spend a dream day at Ärjänsaari Island, the gem of Lake Oulujärvi, known for its stunning sandy beaches,…
Hossa-Suomussalmi
Kajaani-Oulujärvi
Are you dreaming of kayaking, but never dared or had an opportunity to try it? We have a solution for…
Hossa-Suomussalmi
Hossa-Suomussalmi
Log cabin for 4+2 people (62 m2). Spacious sauna is located in the same building. Open porch, partly covered terrace, outhouse.…
Ukkohalla
Pedal boating is a fun activity for a summer day.
Ukkohalla
Halla Wake Park is located in Ukkohalla Ski Resort. Halla Wake Park is the Northernmost cable in the world and…
Kajaani-Oulujärvi
Spend a self-guided summer day on Ärjä island, also known as a paradise island.
Wild Taiga
Experience the Thrill of Moose Watching in Lentiira! Unleash your sense of adventure on an extraordinary moose watching tour in…
Kuhmo
Hossa-Suomussalmi
Log cottage, built in 1979, area 60 m2. Period of tenancy: 1.6.-15.11.
Hossa-Suomussalmi
Wild Taiga
Floating down the rapids is a unique experience! The exciting swim takes place in the Pajakkakoski rapid in the centre…
Kajaani-Oulujärvi
Equipment for a variety of activities on water and land is available for rent for those interested in exploring the…
Kajaani-Oulujärvi
We explore the secrets of winter fishing on Lake Oulujärvi.
Kajaani-Oulujärvi
Enjoy a truly unique arctic experience on the ice of Lake Oulujärvi in a sleigh sauna under millions of stars!
Kajaani-Oulujärvi
Experience the magnificent landscapes of Lake Oulujärvi in an atmospheric, floating igloo on the shore of Lake Oulujärvi or on…
Wild Taiga
This group tour around the North-Eastern part of Finland combines the highlights of Finnish summer.
Wild Taiga
Lentiira Holiday Village has a combined working space and break room located in the main building. This private space with…
Hossa-Suomussalmi
Arctic Lakeland is situated where Lakeland and Lapland meet, only 650 km from capital city of Helsinki. These fascinating holiday destinations await you in Arctic Lakeland area: Vuokatti, Wild Taiga, Kuhmo, Suomussalmi, Paljakka, Ukkohalla and Kajaani-Lake Oulujärvi. You can fly from numerous destinations worldwide directly with Finnair to Helsinki and continue your journey to Kajaani. […]
Welcome to Arctic Lakeland. We’ve put together the best caravan and campsites where you can experience wild wilderness, clean northern waters or urban amenities. 1. KOHTAUSPAIKKA SFCLakeside Camping, Kajaani. SHOW > 2. HOTEL KAJAANICamping near services, Kajaani. SHOW > 3. PALTAMO GOLF CARAVANCamping near services, Paltamo. SHOW > 4. KATTIVANKKURI Camping near services, Vuokatti. SHOW > 5. LENTUANKOSKILakeside Camping, Kuhmo. SHOW > 6. FEEL NORDIC LENTIIRAWilderness […]
Summer in Arctic Lakeland region is full of interesting experiences, sights, tourist attractions, festivals and trails to discover. All experiences make the lives of our locals happier, so why not yours? Come and discover with our help your inner finn. #findyourinnerfinn Discover more things to do in the area and check out our wide range […]
Sustainable tourism means that tourism operators and tourists together, through their choices and actions, do more good than harm. Responsibility means considering current and future economic, social and environmental impacts. In Arctic Lakeland: We have taken measures to save energy and water in our destinations. We have taken steps to reduce energy consumption and save […]
The Kainuu Tar Route The Kainuun tar route water hiking trail runs from Kuhmo via Sotkamo to Kajaani, a total of over 180 kilometres through unique wilderness areas and stunning lake scenery. The Kainuun Tervareit water hiking route is divided into three stages Water routes Along the Tar Route in Kajaani, Sotkamo and Kuhmo Water […]
Sommerurlaubspakete Sommeraktivitäten Wochenprogramm Sommer Unterkunft Anreise Nachhaltigkeit arctic lakeland finlandBest outdoor destination 2024 Du findest uns auch auf unseren Social-Media-Kanälen: Facebook, Instagram und YouTube! Wählen Sie Ihren Favoriten Ferienhausurlaub wie die Finnen – Natur, Ruhe und Seeblick inklusive Wählen Sie Ihren Favoriten Abenteuer Wildnis: Ihre Reise zu unvergesslichen Tiererlebnissen Wählen Sie Ihren Favoriten Die schönsten […]
Uimareissut ovat kesän kohokohtia kaikenikäisille. Kainuun kirkkaat vedet tarjoilevatkin loputtomasti upeita uimapaikkoja. Valitsetko hiljaisen erämaarannan vai suuntaatko palveluiden äärellä olevalle kaupunkirannalle? Vaihtoehtoja riittää jokaiseen makuun!
Arctic Lakeland’s selection of ready-made tours, travel packages and group tours.Welcome to choose your adventure!
Read the best travel tips and recommendations for a summer break in Arctic Lakeland from tour operator experts. Our experts have experienced the summer in Arctic Lakeland, have visited the hotels, seen the bears, swam in our lakes under the Midnight Sun and eaten local food and now they are sharing their best recommendations for […]
The award ceremony for the “Scandinavian Outdoor Award travel” at ITB 2024. Photo Thomas Rathay. Best Outdoor Destination 2024 Scandinavian Outdoor Awards annually rewards Nordic nature tourism destinations that have significantly contributed to the development of tourism in their region during previous seasons. The award was announced at the international travel trade fair ITB Berlin […]
Finnish Lakeland is the treasure trove of gastronomy and culture. East and west meet here in many different ways. Explore the fresh and pure tastes, check the restaurants in the Capital of European gastronomy, dive into the rich culture and feel the local lifestyle. Welcome to meet the happiest people in the world and share […]
Wintervakantiepakketten Winteraktiviteiten Wochenprogramm Winter Speciale accommodaties Reis Duurzaamheid arctic lakeland finland Beste bestemming voor outdooractiviteiten 2024 Kies je favorieten Nieuwe vakantieproducten en -pakketten voor de winter Kies je favorieten Vakantiepakketten voor Arctic Lakeland REIS Arctic Lakeland biedt de perfecte harmonie van natuur, cultuur en activiteiten Het Arctic Lakeland is een bestemming die je gewoon moet […]
This winter season TUI will fly over 60,000 holidaymakers from the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain and Portugal with its own airplanes to Finland. Not only is Finland an important source market for TUI, but the country is also a destination on its own. The province of Lapland in northern Finland is a favorite […]
Explore the scenic beauty of Eastern Lakeland Finland on a captivating car journey, winding through a captivating maze of islands. Engage with the warmth of the locals and tantalize your taste buds with delightful culinary delights. Tailor your adventure to suit your preferences, whether it be immersing yourself in the wonders of nature, delving into […]
In Arctic Lakeland, you can experience the Finnish sauna in many ways. We have listed tips for 10+1 different sauna experiences in the area. How about a bear sauna, a sleigh sauna on a frozen lake or an entire sauna world? Explore our wide range of options and choose your favorites for your next holiday! […]
The international tourism brand of region Kainuu, Arctic Lakeland Finland will soon be more visible in UK market as the global tour operator TUI has announced direct weekly flights from UK to Kajaani Airport for December 2025. This new route will commence on 3 December and operates with 2 flights a week till 28 December […]
Winterurlaubspakete Winteraktivitäten Wochenprogramm Winter Besondere Unterkünfte Anreise Nachhaltigkeit arctic lakeland finlandBest outdoor destination 2024 Wählen Sie Ihren Favoriten Neue Urlaubsprodukte und -pakete für den Winter Wählen Sie Ihren Favoriten Urlaubspakete im Arctic Lakeland ANREISE Arctic Lakeland bietet die perfekte Harmonie von Natur, Kultur und Aktivitäten. Die Arctic Lakeland ist ein Reiseziel, das es zu entdecken […]
Welcome to Kajaani – The Heart of Arctic Lakeland It’s our pleasure to welcome You to City of Kajaani, province Kainuu. Kajaani is located on the shores of Lake Oulujärvi and along by Kajaani river. Our beautiful province and tourism region Arctic Lakeland Kainuu – is situated in Finland at the point where Lakeland and […]
A groundbreaking dynamic travel marketplace has been launched on the Arctic Lakeland website, bringing the tourism services of the Kainuu region within reach of international travelers through predesigned travel packages. The packages for the winter season combine high-quality accommodation with diverse program services. The platform was developed in collaboration with Elämys Group. This innovation is […]
We are here, waiting for you – whether you arrive by plane, car or train. Arctic Lakeland, the northern part of Finnish lake district is situated in the middle-east part of Finland, making the journey even a half shorter compared to destinations in Lapland. Welcome to the arctic LAKELAND region! flights to arctic lakeland – […]
Vuokatti Vuokatti is Finland’s most versatile year-round holiday destination, attracting visitors with its unique range of hills, enchanting waterways and an active atmosphere. There’s plenty to do every day of the year. Snow-guaranteed Vuokatti is surprisingly close and it is easy to come by car or via Kajaani by train or conveniently fly to this […]
Four seasons – four faces A unique Arctic Lakeland destination where you can experience both the southern and northern landscapes of Finland – large lakes and rocky hillsides can be seen during one trip. Arctic Lakeland is located in the northernmost part of Lakeland Finland, the largest lake district in Europe. Arctic Lakeland is an […]
Kainuu’s international tourism brand Arctic Lakeland Finland will soon be more visible in the Central European market when the global tour operator TUI launches direct weekly flights from Amsterdam to Kajaani for the winter season 2025. The travel packages are already on sale on TUI’s website in the Netherlands. The first flight to Kajaani will […]
Arctic Lakeland Finland offers snowmobilers varied terrain, freeride areas, well-maintained trails and a snow-sure winter in the middle of Finland. You can find guided snowmobile safaris in Arctic Lakeland Finland, but also the opportunity to snowmobil independently, either with your own or rented snowmobile. Maintained routes Arctic Lakeland Finland offers snowmobilers a well-maintained and diverse […]
Welcome to Winter Wonderland Arctic Lakeland is proud to announce the launch of our new winter product manual for travel trade. Featuring a selection of short and week-long winter breaks, the manual offers our recommendations for best experiences and destinations to enjoy the snowy season. A glimpse of Arctic Lakeland in winter Nestled between Lapland […]
Welcome to Winter Wonderland Arctic Lakeland Finland is proud to announce the launch of our new winter product manual for travel trade. Featuring a selection of short and week-long winter breaks, the manual offers our recommendations for best experiences and destinations to enjoy the snowy season. The brochure has been unveiled at an exclusive brochure […]
Welcome to Winter Wonderland Arctic Lakeland is proud to announce the launch of our new updated winter product manual 2025-2026 for travel trade. Featuring a selection of short and week-long winter breaks, the manual offers our recommendations for best experiences and destinations to enjoy the snowy season. A glimpse of Arctic Lakeland in winter Nestled […]
Welcome to summer paradise Arctic Lakeland is excited to unveil our new summer product guide for the travel trade. Highlighting a curated selection of themed short and week-long breaks, the guide showcases our top recommendations for unforgettable experiences during the no-snow season. A glimpse of Arctic Lakeland in summer Nestled between Lapland and Lakeland, Arctic […]
Welcome to summer paradise Arctic Lakeland is proud to present our new summer product guide 2025 & 2026 for the travel trade. Highlighting a curated selection of themed short and week-long breaks, the guide showcases our top recommendations for unforgettable experiences during the no-snow season.From nature to culture and cuisine, Arctic Lakeland offers an unforgettable […]
Outdooractive has selected Arctic Lakeland Kainuu in its TOP-10 list as one of the most interesting snow holiday and winter destinations in Europe. Experiencing pure snow and winter with a variety of activities and trails in tourism regions of the Arctic Lakeland is one of the most appealing tourist attractions, which has been the basis […]
TUI, the world’s largest tour operator, will continue to operate charter flights from Amsterdam to Kajaani next winter 2026. TUI will operate charter flights on a triangle route from Amsterdam to Kajaani and on to Kuusamo and back to Amsterdam. The flights will offer passengers the same number of seats to Kajaani and Kuusamo, but […]
Accessible Tours ACCESSIBLE ARCTIC LAKELAND A four-day accessible tour of Arctic Lakeland (Kainuu) runs from south to north. Tour combines fascinating mixture of clear-watered lakes, captivating hills, free-flowing rapids, culture, and national parks, and best of all, it is accessible to everyone equally. TRAVEL AGENCY ELÄMYS DMC Accessible Tour in Kuhmo – Nature, Culture and History […]
The new printed brochure is available at Helsinki Matka travel fair, Arctic Lakeland stand 6H48. You can also view and download a digital version of the brochure at the end of this article. Arctic Lakeland is a region of wild contrasts and 4 distinct seasons offering something different in each season. With fewer crowds and […]
The summer of Arctic Lakeland is full of interesting happenings, from unique music festivals to exciting sport events in the middle of the most beautiful nature. Did you know that Finland’s biggest chamber music festival as well as the second oldest orienteering week in the world are held in the Arctic Lakeland region? Here you […]
The first charter from Spain will fly to Kajaani and Arctic Lakeland Finland in December 2025. A new international market will be opened in Arctic Lakeland when the first Spanish charter will fly to Kajaani in December 2025. Negotiations will continue on a possible second flight from the same area. – This flight will be […]
Accessible accommodation The property has barrier-free access and is equipped with accessible bathroom and toilet facilities. The accommodation space has sufficient space for mobility with an assistive device/wheelchair. Please contact the company directly for more detailed information on accessibility. Kajaani:Original Sokos Hotel Valjus Vuokatti:Vuokatti SportBreak Sokos Hotel VuokattiHoliday Club Katinkulta Suomussalmi:Jatkonsalmen pääpirtti, HossaKarhunkainalo Campsite, HossaHuosiusjärvi […]
Throughout Arctic Lakeland you will discover a great deal of what to do and guided activities regardless of the season you will arrive.
TOP-SUMMER ROUTE COLLECTIONS to discover top-winter route collections SUMMER AND WINTER ROUTES OF ARCTIC LAKELAND Explore Arctic Lakeland’s diverse routes and discover bicycling routes, nature trails or ski tracks most suitable to yourself. The route plan guides you to embracing nature, primeval forests, woods and ridge scenery.
Daniel Taipale and his lovely partner Macarena visited us in Arctic Lakeland region in February 2022. “Kainuu is an excellent destination for a winter holiday. You have the arctic vibes and possibility to do all the winter activities half of the traveling time from Southern Finland. This is definitely an undiscovered treasure. That’s why you […]
Regional Council of Kainuu registry and data protection key for personal data processing used in mailing lists and services The key is in accordance with the Personal Data Act (articles 10 and 24 of 523/ 1999) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Prepared on 23.5.2018. Last updated on 21.8.2018. 1. Registrar Kainuun liitto, […]
The Lost in Kainuu adventure competition will take place in Kuhmo on September 8th-9th. This is Finland’s largest and longest adventure competition, expecting around 200 teams this year, which means about 500 adventurers, ranging from beginners to adventure sports experts. The disciplines in Lost in Kainuu this year include mountain biking, running, trekking, orienteering, kayaking, […]
Throughout Arctic Lakeland you will discover a great deal of what to do and guided activities regardless of the season you will arrive.
Have you ever tasted local famous Rönttönen – a sweet barley or rye dough pie – is a very popular snack in the region. Local bakeries produce both traditional and modern bread products, such as rye bread, tar-flavoured bread, flat breads, a variety of delicious pastries and sweet and savoury pies. In addition to traditional […]
The best features of Arctic Lakeland, offering a variety of summer experiences and adventures. Programmes run from June 9th to September 30th. Reserve your summer adventures from the weekly programme at least 1-2 day in advance, unless otherwise noted. Please check availability and make reservations for the programmes directly with the service providers. You can […]