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Brown Bear Weekend Ref AFB
RUSSIA
FINLAND
LENTIIRA
Forest nature walk Bear watching
Kajaani
KUHMO
Lakeside walks Optional canoeing
RUSSIA
NORWAY
Arctic Circle
SWEDEN
LENTIIRA
FINL AND
km 0 50
Helsinki
FINLAND
FACTFILE
Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/Kajaani; transfer to Kuhmo; Finnish sauna. 2 Optional activities include walking forest trails/canoe tour; transfer to bear hides for overnight bear watching. 3 Guided nature walk; second night in bear hide (optional). 4 Morning walks; transfer to Kajaani, fly London. Accommodation & Meals: 2nts hotel, 1nt in a bear hide; 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 2 dinners included. See p42. Mode of Travel: On foot/Bus/Canoe (optional). Comment: Bears are seen most evenings, however, as with any wildlife in their natural environment, sightings cannot be guaranteed. In the unlikely event that bears are not seen, you can spend a second night in the hide at no extra charge. Tour Staff & Support: Explore Leader plus driver(s) and local specialist guide. Group Size: Approx. 10 to 14.
Brown bear sightings
BROWN BEAR WEEKEND
4 DAYS HOTELS/BEAR HIDE OBSERVING THE RARE EUROPEAN BROWN BEAR Sparsely populated Eastern Finland is an untamed expanse of pristine natural beauty. The vast, dense taiga forest interspersed with lakes and rivers offers a haven to the elusive European brown bear. Heading deep into the forest to specially prepared observation hides, we aim to spot this amazing animal in its natural habitat during this exciting long weekend. Forest and Lakes Our idyllically located lakeside hotel is our gateway to the Kainuu region, one of the final true wilderness areas in Europe. Walking the easily manageable forest trails, visiting a nature centre or taking a guided canoe tour on Lake Jämäsjärvi are amongst the activities available here with the ubiquitous Finnish sauna, followed by a swim in the lake offering the perfect end to a day. Brown Bears Travelling east towards the Russian border we enter brown bear territory. Finland is home to approximately 1000 bears; but the proximity of this area to the Arctic Circle, with resultant long hours of daylight increases the chances of viewing these predominantly nocturnal animals. Our isolated hides, located in a small open wetland area, have been adapted to maximize the chances of spotting bears, whilst balancing the needs for a level of comfort. As well as bears, sightings of elk, fox and wolverines are also possible. Leaving the hides, there is the opportunity to gain a greater insight into the natural history of this remote area on a day time walk accompanied by a local naturalist guide.
DATES AND PRICES 4 DAYS FROM LONDON
Ref AFB
REF: AFB
2007 start Fri end Mon Price in £ 03 Aug-06 Aug 799 2008 start Fri end Mon Price in £ 01 Aug-04 Aug 825 15 Aug-18 Aug 825 08 Aug-11 Aug 825 Insurance: £29 These are guide prices, see p45 for details.
Land Only Prices also available
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