Top Rovaniemi Climbing

Korouoma is millions of years old fracture valley in the bedrock. At the center of the valley, it forms a magnificent gorge that drops over 100 meters below its surrounding terrain. It is the main place for ice climbing in the winter but offers much beauty throughout all seasons. During the summer and fall seasons one may encounter abundant wild animals and floral life with stunning views of the Finnish landscapes. Be on the lookout for natural delicious berries and mushrooms!  The changing altitudes may be a little demanding where fitness level is categorized as easy-moderate. The whole hiking trail (30km) Korouma offers is classified as demanding but this day trip will go on the easier nationally acclaimed ~5km hiking trail. If you are capable of walking up and down, then you can go on this easier hike. During lunch time your guide will demonstrate how to start a fire the Lappish way for your BBQ. Charge your cameras and be ready for Korouma Canyon’s nature.  On the way back to Rovaniemi, we will stop in another protected forest area,  where we will have a chance to admire the stunning falls Auttiköngäs.

The Korouoma Canyon is a unique nature area in the Finnish Lapland, that offers beautiful arctic landscapes to explore. In winter, the canyon presents some of the most impressive frozen formations in Europe and a famous playground for ice-climbers. The nature reserve of Korouoma is just 1h30 away from Rovaniemi, which makes it one of the best places to hike from the capital of Lapland. With your expert outdoor guide, you will hike down into the canyon to the best viewpoints. Your guide will teach you more about nature, some survival tips and share with you their passion for Lapland. After the hike, a barbecue lunch will be served around an open fire.