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Hiking

Experience the quiet in the woods, surrounded by mighty pine trees! The varying terrain at Muovaara Hill is perfect for small and easy day trips as well as longer stays in the great outdoors. Also there are five great nature destinations only an hour’s drive away: Oulanka National Park, Hossa National Park and Riisitunturi National Park, Iivaara Nature Reserve and Näränkä Natural Forests.

If you wish, you will be accompanied with a guide from Ollila, ask for an offer! +358 400 268 528 / Tuomo

Mountain Biking to Taliskotalampi pond

We will cycle cross-country over Muovaara Hill to the site of the forest Sami winter village. Our guide will tell you about the history of the ancient forest Sami people, about Finnish nature, wild berries, mushrooms and herbs. We will have a campfire picnic lunch and cycle back to Ollila.

Campfire picnic lunch (local weather restrictions permitting) + drink

Pricestarting from €280 (minimum group size 4 people or ask for an offer)
Duration3 – 4 hours
ClassificationBeginners, bikers

Mountain Biking to Salpa Line

We will pack the bikes into a raft that will take us over Lake Kuusamojärvi. When reaching the shore, we will continue by bike towards Salpa Line in Lahtela, where we will become part of the history of the Finnish Continuation War. On the way we will have campfire picnic lunch. We will continue by bike through Kuusamo town centre and small villages back to Ollila. On the way we will get to know the history, culture and stories of Kuusamo.

Campfire picnic lunch (local weather restrictions permitting) + drink

Pricestarting from €312 (minimum group size 4 people or ask for an offer)
Duration6 – 8 hours
Classificationfor bikers who are fit

Rafting on River Kitkajoki

The famous River Kitkajoki landscapes are calling for you! Together with our partner Stella Polaris we organize a rafting trip of your dreams to the gorgeous River Kitkajoki. There are many options to choose from, for example Family Route, Wild Route and Long Route.

Bear Watching

Join us for an amazing bear watching experience at the site of our partner Taiga Bear Kuusamo in Kuntivaara, right next to the eastern border of Finland.

Bears, white-tailed sea eagles, ravens and other birds visit the site every day. Our partners will take us to the natural environment of the animals.

The animals you see at the site are wild.

If necessary, you will be accompanied by a guide from Ollila, and we will organize transport.

Fishing for Giant Pike at a Wilderness Lake

Guided by local fishers, we will begin the search for giant pike. There is excitement ahead, a real battle with the mighty fish! The pike in this lake can be as large as 10 kg.

We will meet at Ollila Safari House and leave by car to the wilderness lake.

It will be a pleasant day in the midst of the rugged wilderness of Kuusamo. During the trip we will have lunch out in the open.

Pricestarting from €650/boat + the necessary fishing permits
Duration6 hours
Catchpike, perch and ide
Classificationfor fishers, also beginners
Includesguided trip, transport by car from Ollila, picnic lunch

Recreational fishing

at Lake Muojärvi or Lake Kuusamojärvi

Our professional fishing guides will take you to the clear water lakes that surround us. The fishing methods to choose from are spinning and trolling. Our experienced guides will pick the best spots for the fishing method, in order for you to have the best possible fishing experience. During the day we will have a picnic lunch out in the open.

Pricestarting from €550 /boat + the necessary fishing permits
Duration4-5 hours
Catchpike, perch, whitefish and lake trout
Classificationfor fishers, also beginners
Includesguided fishing trip, fishing boat, fishing gear (if needed), picnic lunch

Huom.! Hintaan eivät sisälly kuljetukset majapaikasta Ollilaan. Tarvittaessa voimme järjestää kuljetukset.

Cottage 8

Cottage 8

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A cottage in a sheltered, south-facing beach surrounded by easy access pine forest. The favourite of many of our regular guests!

Right beside the route network.

52 m2 cottage has 2 separate bedrooms with beds for 5 people and 1 extra bed available.

Includes wood-fired sauna, toilet and washing machine.

The kitchenette includes dinnerware for 6 people, fridge with icebox, electric cooker, coffee maker, electric kettle and microwave oven.

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Cottage 5

Cottage 5

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A very secluded and peaceful place. An atmospheric round log cottage located on a south-facing beach.

The cottage was renovated in winter 2008. The sauna has been completely renewed and the add-on comprises a shower and toilet.

45 m2 cottage has beds for 3 people and 3 extra beds available. Includes wood-fired sauna, shower and one toilet.

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Cottage 4

Cottage 4

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An atmospheric log cottage for 3+3 located on a gorgeous, sunny site on a south-facing beach.

The logs of the cottage communicate history from the late 19th century. The cottage was renovated in winter 2008.

The sauna has been completely renewed and the add-on comprises a shower and toilet.

45 m2 cottage has one sleeping alcove and beds for 3 people and 3 extra beds available. Includes wood-fired sauna, shower and toilet.

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