Mushroom Hunting in a National Park

5.0 (38 reviews) Helsinki, Finland
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Duration7h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

Discover a foragers paradise on this day trip to a pristine Finnish national park. This excursion is packed with adventure, education, and delicious food.

This guided tour from Helsinki immerses us into the forest and the magical world of fungi. Bright oranges, golden yellows, and deep reds decorate the forest floor. We are in search of Finland's most delicious and prized edible mushrooms, the chanterelle.

However, as the name suggests, it is a hunt! We will not always find what we are looking for, and although most of the mushrooms are harmless, there are many poisonous ones too. But not to worry, for your guide will be able to show you which are edible and is always available to explain about the different fungi you have found.

Highlights:

• Forage with a professional guide in a national park
• Learn how to identify specific edible mushrooms
• Help prepare and cook your wild fungi finds
• Enjoy a Finnish-style lunch by the campfire (Dietary needs? Let us know when booking)

What's included

  • Finnish-style lunch with a drink and dessert. Please inform us of any food restrictions when booking.
  • Raincoat in case of rain
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Mushroom basket and knives
  • As a sustainable company, we don’t provide plastic bottles, so we kindly ask guests to bring their own reusable water bottle.

What to expect

  1. Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma
    10m
    Meeting point is front of Kiasma museum, address: Mannerheiminaukio 1H (searchable on google maps).
    It is 500 meters from Helsinki Central Railway station.
    Kindly be on time at the meeting point.

    The drive to the national park takes 1 hour and 20 minutes, including a brief bathroom break.
  2. Liesjarven Kansallispuisto
    4h
    Once we have arrived at Liesjärvi National Park, our group will begin their hike through the forest to some of our favourite mushroom picking spots. Your guide will tell you what mushrooms can be picked and eaten.

    When our group has gathered enough mushrooms, we will make our way to the campfire by the lakeside. While your guide starts the fire and prepares a traditional Finnish-style lunch with campfire coffee, there will be plenty of time to take photos, enjoy conversation and relax by the nature.

    After lunch the guide will lead you through the forest back to the car and it's time to return to the city.

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    Dedicated to sustainability, this tour proudly carries the Sustainable Travel Finland label and Green Activities certificate. We ensure everyone is treated equally and warmly invite you to join us for an adventure that contributes positively to the environment.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point is front of Kiasma museum, address: Mannerheiminaukio 1H (searchable on google maps). It is 500 meters from Helsinki Central Railway station.

End point

Meeting point is front of Kiasma museum, address: Mannerheiminaukio 1H (searchable on google maps). It is 500 meters from Helsinki Central Railway station.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For any dietary restrictions, please add it under special requirements upon booking
  • The tour runs rain or shine and is only canceled in cases of extreme weather conditions. If the tour is canceled, you will receive a full refund.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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