VUOKATTIEXPERIENCE GREAT GREAT OUTDOORS FUN SNOW SNOW Four seasons and many reasons to be active. ALL YEAR ROUND TABLE of CONTENTS 4-9 Winter 10-13 Summer 14-19 All year round 20-21 Day trips 22-25 Accommodation 26-29 Food 30-33 Culture 34-35 Info & Getting here WELCOME Ismo Eskelinen to VUOKATTI Vuokatti is in the heart of Arctic Lakeland, the northern- Did you know, that here you can also enjoy snow and most part of the Finnish Lakeland. This is where the winter activities in the middle of the summer? Vuokat- best bits of the Finnish Lakeland and Lapland meet. ti’s ski tunnel and snow activity park are a cool option Here you’ll experience the enchanting Finnish summer for those who love their winter and want to have a go at by the crystal blue lakes and enjoy a true winter won- skiing, snowboarding or tubing. Even the huskies love derland with snowy fell sceneries and frosty forests. running in the tunnel. Unique in its versatility, Vuokatti’s nature offers stun- Vuokatti is part of the vast Kainuu region. Over the ning surroundings for a variety of activities – no matter years, artists and storytellers have drawn inspiration what the season. In the summer you can embrace your from its beautiful forest filled sceneries and strong tra- outdoorsy spirit and try fishing, hiking, watersports ditions. And now it’s your turn to be inspired. The best or biking. Winter in Vuokatti is truly magical and you way to get to know the gutsy but warm spirit of Kainuu PUBLISHER: Visit Vuokatti (Kajaani-Oulujärvi) get to choose your snowy fun from many cool options. is through local culture, events, places and people. The CONTENT AND DESIGN: Markkinointiosakeyhtiö i2 Maybe you’d like to make new furry friends and go on locals are proud of their home region and have respect COVER: Aleksandr Snitovskii a husky safari or hit the slopes and get your adrenaline for the surrounding nature. In Vuokatti, you’ll always running? get personal service and a heartfelt welcome. BACK COVER: Antti Harju BOOK YOUR GETAWAY NOW VUOKATTISAFARIS.COM VUOKATTITRAVEL.FI MAGICAL MOMENTS WITH HUSKIES A captivating northern dog breed, the husky is known The memorable Northern Lights Adventure will take WINTER for a work ethic that’s in a class of its own, and for its you on a husky sled deep into the darkness of night. often blue eyes. The husky kennel at Vuokatti Safa- The team will be driving with head lamps and enjoying ris is home to about 100 huskies, each with their own snacks in a nomadic yurt filled with ambience, which is personality, and each as captivating as the next. In the an experience unlike any other. With some luck, you will summer, you can get to know the dogs on a guided tour, also be able to admire the fells when they’re illuminated and different husky safaris are organised during both by the Northern Lights. summer and winter. Meeting the energetic, yet gentle huskies of Vuokatti Safaris will surely be one of your In the summer, you can also enjoy the active company holiday’s treasured memories. In the company of these of huskies in nature by going on a hike together, called furry friends, the air will be constantly filled with excited HuskyTrekking, into the middle of the quiet natural howling and happy tail wags. surroundings. Trekking with a dog is fun and keeps your step light, as the dog will help you forward. You can also experience the huskies in their winter element in the VUOKATTI FELLS ILLUMINATED middle of summer in Vuokatti, with the opportunity for BY THE NORTHERN LIGHTS a Husky Ride in Snowy Ski Tunnel – step into the win- tery world, jump on the sled and enjoy a cheerful dog Vuokatti Safaris has different husky safaris all year sled ride! round, from trips lasting a few hours to an all-day ad- venture, where you’ll be able to enjoy the dog sled ride through the forest and on the frozen lake. For example, the one-and-a-half-hour Nuppu & Nallo Trail is an un- VUOKATTISAFARIS.COM forgettable adventure for the whole family. Adults can Antti Harju drive their own sled, and even the brave children will be VUOKATTI_SAFARIS able to try steering the sled with an adult. locals I am an entrepreneur at Vuokatti Safaris. Hunting, fishing and hiking have always been important to me and there are wonderful opportunities to enjoy those here in Vuokatti. meet the THE ISO-PÖLLY FELL The fell opens up to a grand view and Go outside and “ the snowcapped trees make it even 1. more amazing. You can get there by “have a blast in the car or by ski lift. NAAPURINLOUHI HUT From here you get a great view of Nuasjärvi lake. Take a car to frosty wonderland! Kimmo 2. Naapurinvaara school and continue from there by snowshoe. best winter sceneries best winter LAASONEN 3 JORMASJÄRVI LAKE Beautiful lake scenery surrounded by Nature travel entrepreneur the fells. Dog sledding there is also a Vuokatti Safaris 3. great experience. JOY ON THE SLOPES WINTER FUN The allure of racing down the hill means fun for the whole family. Thanks to the compact size, on the slopes everything is nearby and the conditions are safe also for beginners. For the beginners, we recommend starting on Tenavarinne trail, while the more experienced can try the modern SnowPark Super- Pipe and SlopeStyle slopes. Vuokatti Sport Vuokatti | Antti Harju Vilja Harala With 13 different slopes to choose from, you’ll find plenty of variety for your day on the hills. You have all the services at your fingertips on these slopes: equip- ment is easy to rent from the stations and there are restaurants to serve you when you’re hungry. You 13 9 SAFE can also get accustomed to skiing under the watch- SLOPES LIFTS CONDITIONS ful eyes of professional ski instructors at the Vuokatti Winter in Vuokatti is full of activities. Get your heart Ski School. Also check out the newest addition to the pumping on the ski slopes or hiking trails and at the slope activities: in the shelter of a tunnel you’ll find same time, admire the amazing scenery and white an all-year-round activity park with snow fun for the COMPACT blanket of snow. During the winter, you can go from whole family, from downhill skiing, snowboarding and SIZE one extreme to the other: Dip in the icy water that tubing to thrilling snow-filled activities for kids. momentarily takes your breath away and let the frost tickle your cheeks. After an active day, there’s nothing BEST FOR FAMILIES FOR FAMILIES: more enjoyable than enjoying hot cocoa in a ski café and returning to your cozy room to warm up. On Vuokatti’s slopes, we pay special attention to the Visit Finland honourable mention On these tracks, you’ll find an S-shaped descent, tough smallest of family members. The Hupikukkula (Fun Hill) among places of activity for beginners Winter activities can include sports or simply exploring curves and short rises that will have your thighs burning. offers a good opportunity for little ones to become fa- the scenery with a more relaxed attitude. Everybody For those dreaming of a more basic fitness route, the miliar with the slopes and they can even say “Hi!” to enjoys winter in their own way and there are many such Aurinkolatu tracks on the ice around Katinkulta offer snowmen as they make their way down! Just a little FOR MORE ways in Vuokatti. Skiing and skating are some of the smoother skiing and a stunning scenery. more speed can be found on the Tenavarinne trail, DEMANDING SKIERS: possibilities and they can even be done indoors if the while children’s house Hupila offers a relaxing place to weather outside is not cooperating. You don’t need to It’s always wonderful to gear up for the tracks when rest your legs and snacks that can be enjoyed by the More than 12 hits in one be an expert in these activities: help is available from you’ve got the right equipment. Getting some skis and whole family. run on the SlopeStyle slope the ski school and everyone can progress at their own poles or bringing them with you is not something to wor- leisure. Let’s get all the joy we can from winter! ry about, as you’ll find all the equipment you need for all SNOWPARK, CHALLENGING AND FUN skill levels from Vuokatti Sport in the ski tunnel, Ski Ser- LUNCH AND AFTER-SKI FOOD/DRINKS: vice, Vuokatti Slopes, as well as Vuokatti Bowling. The ski Built in cooperation with Schneestern, Snowpark of- SKIING: GET YOUR HEART RACING cafés in Vuokatti offer a well-deserved moment of rest fers more demanding thrills, especially for freestyle À la Katti | Pirtti | Hesburger Vuokatti OR ENJOY A MORE CASUAL PACE for active skiers. The well-known Vaara track passes by skiers, as well as snowboarders. Thrilling experiences the Rekikesti café, so you’ll almost make it to the front on the SlopeStyle slopes come from a variety of paths For a holidaymaker, the best time to hit the tracks is af- door in your skis. Meanwhile, the Heikkilän Pirtti café of- down the hill, with differing levels of jump ramps, COFFEE BREAK: ter a long breakfast - with proper fueling it is a pleasure fers both sweet and savoury fresh-baked goods near the waves, rails and presses. Experienced snowboarders Ripa’s Kuppila to ski with the sun shining.