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Cocooning in the HaliPuu forest: The ultimate Arctic hammock relaxation
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120 to 150 mins (approximately)
Offered in:
German
and 2 more
Offered languages
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- German
- English
- Dutch
Come and enjoy our award winning hammock cocooning in the peaceful, soothing atmosphere of the HaliPuu - hugging forest. Leave your worries and stress behind and sway gently in a cosy nest between the trees - this is what Lapland is about!
What's Included
Activities as described
Snacks
Snacks (a savory snack)
Guide
Beverages (Warm blackcurrant juice)
Transportation to Veitservasa
We do not provide overalls, please come warmly dressed
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Meeting point is on the right-hand-side, opposite to the crossing to Polar Light tours, right after the bus stop.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
***A WINNER OF VISIT FINLAND AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCE AWARD 2018***
Our 2h Cocooning experience starts in Veitservasa, a place full of stories and family history. We walk through Raekallio family's old woodlands, and hear how the forest’s history is intertwined with the events of the 1900’s. We experience the trees, marvel at the stillness of the nature and breathe in world’s cleanest air.
After a 500 m walk we arrive at the HaliPuu – hugging tree forest. Pappa, an old lumberjack and the owner of the woods, saved it from harvesting and now the century-old pine-trees are being adopted by people from around the world. Can you spot the cocoons among the trees?
During the walk our specialist guide takes you through calming exercises designed to bring you into the here and now. When you feel ready, you are tucked into your hammock-nest for the ultimate forest relaxation. There is nothing to accomplish, nothing to perform. You are free to just be.
Afterwards we share a traditional warm blackcurrant juice and a savory snack.
We head back the same route, but this time at a bit different tempo – we are now in the rhythm of the forest.
*Finnish people have been drawing their health from the forests for centuries. We have been going into the woods for stress release and healing even before the modern research into the medicinal qualities of trees. Nowadays we know that the phytoncides emitted by pine trees take down the cortisol and adrenaline levels of the body, decrease the blood pressure and increase the white cell count. Just a couple of hours in the forest can bring health benefits that last for weeks.*
Our 2h Cocooning experience starts in Veitservasa, a place full of stories and family history. We walk through Raekallio family's old woodlands, and hear how the forest’s history is intertwined with the events of the 1900’s. We experience the trees, marvel at the stillness of the nature and breathe in world’s cleanest air.
After a 500 m walk we arrive at the HaliPuu – hugging tree forest. Pappa, an old lumberjack and the owner of the woods, saved it from harvesting and now the century-old pine-trees are being adopted by people from around the world. Can you spot the cocoons among the trees?
During the walk our specialist guide takes you through calming exercises designed to bring you into the here and now. When you feel ready, you are tucked into your hammock-nest for the ultimate forest relaxation. There is nothing to accomplish, nothing to perform. You are free to just be.
Afterwards we share a traditional warm blackcurrant juice and a savory snack.
We head back the same route, but this time at a bit different tempo – we are now in the rhythm of the forest.
*Finnish people have been drawing their health from the forests for centuries. We have been going into the woods for stress release and healing even before the modern research into the medicinal qualities of trees. Nowadays we know that the phytoncides emitted by pine trees take down the cortisol and adrenaline levels of the body, decrease the blood pressure and increase the white cell count. Just a couple of hours in the forest can bring health benefits that last for weeks.*
Additional info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A weight limit of 150 kg applies for safety reasons.
- One unheated unisex forest toilet available for the visitors
- It can get very chilly in the Arctic. During winter season, please wear layered thermal undergarments & overall / insulated trousers & jacket, warm head gear and gloves, and sturdy, warm winter shoes for this program. During summer season, please protect yourself against mosquitoes and wear sturdy walking shoes or rubber boots.
- Program is not operated under -23°C or in stormy wind conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
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HaliPuu
Tags
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Sustainable Tours
Walking Tours
Coffee & Tea Tours
Nature Walks
Small Group
Food & Drink
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Free cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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