Mushroom hunting
Do this because
- Handpick fresh flavourful mushrooms
- Learn about wild edible foods from the forest
- Taste some of your foraged food
- Enjoy Finnish-style lunch and coffee by the campfire
What to expect
Finland is one of the world’s best places for foraging wild foods. This experience will give you the chance to hunt your own mushrooms in a national park before enjoying a Finnish-style lunch over the campfire.
In this tour you will be heading to Liesjärvi National Park which turns into a foragers' paradise from the end of summer until late autumn. You will begin your experience with a hike through the forest, heading to some of the best mushroom picking spots.
You will be hunting the mushrooms in pairs, and each pair will be provided with a mushroom basket, a knife, and a small handbook. You will be on the lookout for trumpet chanterelles, golden chanterelles and penny buns, three prized fungi of the forest which you may have the chance to cook and taste during the lunch break.
Throughout the hunt, your guide will keep you informed as to which mushrooms can be picked and eaten, and will always be available to explain about the ones you have found. As this is a small group tour, you will also be able to have all your personal questions answered.
Once the group has gathered enough mushrooms, you will make your way to the campfire by the lakeside. While your guide starts the fire and prepares a traditional Finnish-style lunch with campfire coffee, you will have plenty of time to take photos, enjoy conversation with one another and experience the tranquility of the Taiga forest.
Important to know
- Minimum age of participants: 7 years
- Maximum group size: 8 people
- Please send any dietary restrictions to the supplier prior to the tour date, using the contact details on your voucher
- Bring walking shoes, suitable clothing for the weather and a water bottle
- This tour requires a basic fitness level
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible or for people with serious medical conditions
- This tour operates rain or shine, except in the case of extreme weather events like thunderstorm
What’s included
English-speaking professional guide
Transportation
Mushroom basket with a knife and a handbook
Finnish-style lunch and coffee by the fire
Raincoat in case of rain
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
Taiga Times
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +1 208-744-6464
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