UKKOHALLA RESORT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FOREST PRODUCT MANUAL WINTER / SUMMMER FOR TRAVEL TRADE 2020 / 2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS Ukkohalla Resort, Finland 01 Accessibility 02 Winter activities 03 Skiing, cross country skiing 04 Ski school, rental 05 Snowshoeing 06 Winter fatbiking, snowmobile safari 07 Reindeer farm visit 08 Husky safari 09 Winter package 10 Summer activities 11 Cable Wakepark 12 Canoeing, Nordic walking, fishing, disc golf 13 Hiking trails 14 Guided hiking tours 15 Husky trekking, Fatbiking 16 Year-round activities 17 Saunaworld 18 Bowling, horseback riding 19 Accommodation 20 Sky Cabins 21 Ski Chalets Apartments 22 Ski In Apartments 23 Cottages 24 Events 25 Swamp & Snow soccer 26 Contact details 27 UNIQUE DESTINATION SURROUNDED BY FOREST Ukkohalla is a unique all-year round holiday destination in the heart of the Finnish Arctic Lakeland. It is one of the most snowiest winter resorts in Finland. Ukkohalla’s location by a Syväjärvi lake, in the shadow of Kainuu region’s highests forested hill and surrounded by the untouched old-growth forests offers unique holiday experiences in the winter as well as in the summer. Remarkable light conditions, silvery forests with snow-laden trees and a wilderness stretching as far as the eye can see are key contributors to the unique atmosphere at Ukkohalla. At Ukkohalla the wilderness is truly just at your doorstep and everything is easily accessible by walking. The slopes and routes satisfy the needs of both beginners and more experienced visitors. The holiday resort is planned around lake Syväjärvi. WINTER ACTIVITIES Ukkohalla offers downhill as well as cross-country skiing experiences. There are 16 ski slopes, 5 ski lifts and cross-country ski trails covering 160 km. Snowmobile safaris, snowshoeing, reindeer farm visits, Saunaworld with nine different saunas, pool, spa, gym, ice-bathing in the lake, Husky safaris, six lane bowling alley. SUMMER ACTIVITIES Hiking/trekking, guided nature tours, berry and mushroom picking, nature photogaphy, forest meditation, cycling, mountain biking, fat biking, fishing, boating, canoeing, frisbee-golf, cable wakeboarding, swimming, Saunaworld with nine different saunas, pool, lake swimming, gym, spa, six lane bowling alley, riding. EVENTS Ukkohalla hosts yearly Swamp Soccer World Championships, Snow Soccer World Championships and Cable Wakeboard European Championships. ACCESSIBILITY The nearest airports and railway stations are Kajaani 90 km and Oulu 160 km. Transportation from airports, railway or bus stations is possible by request. All mentioned cities, Kajaani, Oulu and Kuusamo, have also good car rental services and public transportation possibilities to Hyrynsalmi. Kajaani: 2-4 daily flights from Helsinki to Kajaani year round operated by the national carrier Finnair (Norra). Flight duration approx. 1h 20 min from Helsinki. Oulu: Several daily flights from Helsinki to Oulu year round operated by the national carrier Finnair and Norwegian Flight duration approx. 1h from Helsinki. Kuusamo: 2-4 daily flights from Helsinki to Kuusamo year round operated by the national carrier Finnair. Flight duration approx. 1h 15 min from Helsinki. Train and bus timetables can be found in the following links Train: https://www.vr.fi/cs/vr/en/frontpage Bus: https://www.matkahuolto.fi/en/ UKKOHALLA RESORT WINTER ACTIVITIES SKIING At Ukkohalla there are ski slopes for all levels. The well groomed slopes meet high standards and the longest slope is 1400 meters long. There are six illuminated slopes. Ukkohalla’s snow reliability is unique and the skiing season lasts up to 1st of May. At Ukkohalla you can enjoy 16 different ski slopes and 2 parks within the picture beautiful Finnish winter scenery away from the crowded larger resorts. CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING The magnificent surroundings of Ukkohalla feature excellent routes for skiers of various skill levels. Appropriate conditions are found from the area for both traditional and ‘skating’ styles: considerable quantities of snow in addition to well-maintained ski-tracks within the scenic area of the slope centre extending a total of 160 kilometers. All routes in the area are well marked and regularly maintained. Alongside the ski tracks, there are rest stops at suitable intervals together with campfire sites for taking a break, warming up and having a bite to eat. SKI SCHOOL Ukkohalla Ski School and our friendly instructors provide teaching in alpine skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing and other skiing activities. Private lessons can be booked for groups, families and friends as well as individually. Learning new skills has never been this fun! Our lessons introduce you to the basics of skiing techniques and tricks on the slopes. Our lessons are an easy, fun and safe way to enjoy the snow sports at Ukkohalla resort for either beginners or more experienced skiers. Location: Ukkohalla Resort, Finland Duration: 1 h Participants: 4–6 persons Minimum age: 4 years Included: Ski pass during the lesson and rental equipment for the day Starting place and time: Ukkohalla Equipment Rental Point, daily between 10 am–4 pm. Languages: English Price: Rate and commission available on request Price for private lesson 50 min Price for private lesson 90 min Price for group teaching 90 min (min. 4 persons) RENTAL Ukkohalla Ski Rental Office is located next to the slopes and ski lifts, only few minutes away from the Hotel Ukkohalla. Equipment rental and maintenance is available in cross-country skiing, downhill skiing and snowboarding as well as in snowshoeing. Our friendly staff will help you with everything you need! Location: Ukkohalla, Finland Season: Winter Duration: 3 h or 1 day Included: Equipment rental and skipass for the day Languages: English Price: Rate and commission available on request Price for cross-country set: 3 h or 1 day Price for downhill skiing set: 3 h or 1 day Price for snowboarding set: 3 h or 1 day Price for snowshoe equipment: 3 h or 1 day Price for kicksled: 3 h or 1 day Price for Zipfy winter sled: 3 h or 1 day Price for equipment maintenance SNOWSHOE SAFARI TO PALJAKKAVAARA OBSERVATION TOWER Guided snowshoe walk through the centuries old spruce forest to the Paljakkavaara Observation Tower. Snowshoe adventure is a perfect way to explore Ukkohalla’s winter landscape. After teaching you how to use the snowshoes, our guide takes you through the many hundred- year-old spruce forest to the Paljakkavaara Observation Tower (transfer from Ukkohalla 12 km, 15 min to Paljakkavaara). From the height of 384 meters you can admire the magnificent panoramic views over the Ukkohalla-Paljakka area. After enjoying a magical walk, fresh air and views, a light lunch is served in a warm Kota. Location: Ukkohalla, Finland Season: Winter Duration: 3–4 h Participants: 4–12 pax Included: A guided tour to Vorlokki together, biking equipment, thermal clothing (overalls, boots, gloves, hat), campfire coffee break and sausages Languages: English Starting place and time: Hotel Ukkohalla Reception. Weekly. Advance booking. Price: Rate and commission available on request. WINTER FATBIKE SAFARI Fatbike tour will take you through the beautiful snow-white landscape and old pine wood forest to the idyllic Vorlokki log hut approximately 4 km from Ukkohalla. The total tour is approx. 8 km long. At the Vorlokki hut we will enjoy a light lunch and coffee/hot chocolate by open fire. Our guide will help you choose your bike according to your skill level. Location: Ukkohalla, Finland Season: Winter Duration: 3–4 h Participants: 4–12 pax Included: A guided tour to Vorlokki together, biking equipment, thermal clothing (overalls, boots, gloves, hat), campfire coffee break and sausages Languages: English Starting place and time: Hotel Ukkohalla Reception, weekly. Advance booking. Price: Rate and commission available on request. SNOWMOBILE SAFARI IN PALJAKKA Snowmobile safari goes through spectacular snow-white trails and on the ice of the lake when the weather permits. After outdoor equipment change, safety instructions and driving basics you are lead by your professional guide into stunning natural sights. Breaks having a hot juice and a snack are specially selected for photographing. Location: Paljakka. Transportation from Ukkohalla Duration: 3.5 hours Language: English Group size: Min. 2 pax (2 persons per snowmobile) Group max. 8 pax Included: Transportations, safety instruction and teaching driving, guidance, driving a snowmobile (two persons a sledge), traffic insurance (maximum personal liability 500 €), hot juice and snack and VAT. Note: The driver of the snowmobile has to be at least 18 years of age with a driver’s license valid in Finland.- Children over 12 years are allowed to sit on the snowmobile behind an adult- REINDEER FARM VISIT & SLEDGE RIDE Meet the reindeers at the local family owned Poroparoni reindeer farm, only 15 km (10 min drive) away from Ukkohalla Resort. The program includes meeting the reindeers, reindeer sledge ride (600 meters) in a snowy forest, testing the reindeer lasso (suopunki in finnish) and opportunity to feed them. We also enjoy sausages and hot drinks by the campfire in a warm Kota where the reindeer herder will tell us more about the life on the ranch. Location: Poroparoni reindeer farm, Approx. 15 km from Ukkohalla Resort Season: Winter Duration: 2 h Participants: 6–16 pax Price includes: Transportation to and from reindeer farm,familiarisation with reindeer herders, photographing, reindeer sleigh ride (600 m), feeding reindeers with moss and light lunch (cooking sausages, salads, coffee, tea). Languages: English Starting place: Hotel Ukkohalla Reception. Starting time: Weekly, advance booking. Price: Rates and commission available on request. Prices for adults and children (4-14 yrs). Note: Children under 4 years free of charge with an adult. HUSKY SLED RIDE Enjoy a sled ride with true Siberian huskies in a beautiful snow-white forest nature of Ukkohalla. You will ride a traditional hand-made 2 person sled and get a opportunity to steer the dogteam. Children enjoy the ride while sitting in the sled warmly.