
The Wilderness Church
Explore the majestic wilderness of Meltosjärvi backcountry to the remote Kariskovaara Wilderness Church. Return via the Old Dairy trails.

About this tour
Join our eager huskies to explore the majestic wilderness of the Meltosjärvi backcountry.
The trail leads to the remote Kariskovaara Wilderness Church. We enjoy lunch while the dogs rest before returning via the Old Dairy trails.
Key facts
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Distance
- 35 km
- Drive type
- Self-driven
- Age rule
- Guests 16 and under are passengers only
✓ What's included
- •35 km full-day trail
- •Professional instruction
- •Guide accompanying
- •Lunch and warm drinks
- •Dogs rest at Kariskovaara
Who can join
Guests 16 and under are passengers only
Guests 16 and under are passengers only
Weather policy
We run in all weather conditions; in times of extreme cold we make shorter tours
Cancellation policy
Up to 24 hours prior to booking
Meeting point
Exact address provided upon booking
Departures usually between 09:00 and 14:00. Schedules are flexible and planned with the wellbeing of the dogs in mind.
Pricing
350 € per person
Safety & what to wear
Guests must be dressed for cold weather and being outside
Frequently asked questions
Important policies
- Cancellation
- Up to 24 hours prior to booking
- Weather
- We run in all weather conditions; in times of extreme cold we make shorter tours
- Waiver
- Activities are at own risk
- Age rule
- Guests 16 and under are passengers only
- Clothing
- Guests must be dressed for cold weather and being outside
The Wilderness Church
350 € per person
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