Magisk Taiga-skogsvandring med lunch och transport

What a great experience, foraging for porchini and Chanterelles mushrooms, as well as blue berries and the occasional ripe elderberries. Our guide cooked us a fantastic traditional salmon soup which we ate next to a lake. She was very knowledgeable and fun to spend time with. We came back with great memories and amazing photos from the forest. Highly recommended

Lovely forest walk, the weather was balsamic, the group was great company and the guide was amazing

A wonderful day in Finland’s nature setting. Enjoyed the hike, the identification of various mushrooms, fungi/ lichen and trees. The soup and rye bread with dessert and blueberry juice- mmm good! The guide (Mari if I have that correct) did a wonderful job….

A magnificent experience in the heart of the Finnish taiga with a breathtaking view of the Baltic Sea. The guide was magnificent and very friendly; they gave us a lot of information about the history of Porkkalaniemi and about Finnish flora and fauna. The lunch based on specialties from Karelia, Sweden, and Finland was exquisite.

The Taiga Forest hike was truly magical. The pickup was on-time and the vehicle was clean and comfortable. Our tour leader Alex was very friendly, cheerful and shared lots of interesting information with us. He was very attentive to everyone in the group. Walking in Liesarvie Forest was a pleasant experience, with tall trees and fresh crisp air around. Alex was carrying all the essential stuff for making a delicious lunch in a forest hut. That was an unique experience of having food in the forest hut and with thundering and lightening outside. Overall it was a wonderful tour.

It was a perfect Sunday hiking in Liesarvi National Park. The travel from Helsinki was a comfortable drive. Our tour leader Alex was awesome. He greeted all the travelers cheerfully and made us feel comfortable all the time. He was attentive to all the details and to the needs and comfort of everyone. He shared all the interesting information about the forest. He prepared a delicious lunch for us. Overall it was a wonderful tour.

Great trip with our enthusiastic guide, Anette. We saw flora and fauna, including the mythical Paranvoi (look it up). Lunch was great. I wanted to see Finnish wilderness while I was there, and this was perfect.

This hike is far enough from Helsinki to skip most of the crowds, but close enough that you’re not losing half the day just getting there. The drive itself was actually pretty interesting, you get to see parts of rural Finland you’d never run into otherwise. Liesjärvi National Park itself was beautiful. Quiet lakes, dense taiga forest, and stillness you don’t get in the city. The hike was a good length. It was long enough to feel like you did something, but not so long it wears you out. It’s mostly flat with just a few small hills, so it’s manageable for anyone with average fitness. Even though we went on a holiday weekend, the trails and rest areas weren’t crowded at all. There’s bathroom access along the way too. Quintus, our guide, was great. Personable, easy to talk to, and clearly knew a lot about the area. We learned a good amount about the local plants and animals just from listening to him along the way. Lunch was a real highlight too, salmon soup cooked by the lake. Overall a relaxing, well-run day trip that doesn’t require any real hiking experience. Good option if you want to see something outside Helsinki without much hassle.

It was wonderful to get out of the city and into the countryside and national forest. Our guide led us on an easy path through the forest with frequent stops to explain the plants and geology. She provided a delicious hot traditional soup for lunch. The forest and lakes were breathtaking. We definitely enjoyed this outing.

This is a unique and wonderful way to experience the nature and beauty of Finland complete with traditional meal prorated over campfire. The description is 100% accurate. We had the best day with our guide “Annie”. We learned so much about the forest, about the connection of the Finnish people to nature and some great stories. The soup was exceptional and cooked over campfire just added to the experience. Important to add she is a great driver as well as chef. Very thoughtful to special dietary needs in group and making sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying themselves. No issues with distance or pace - perfect. Highly recommend!