Activity Snapshot
Activity description
This guided foraging tour from Helsinki immerses us into the forest and the magical world of fungi. Bright oranges, golden yellows, and deep reds decorate the forest floor. We are in search of Finland's most delicious and prized edible mushrooms, the chanterelle. It is also a personal favourite here at Taiga Times.
However, as the name suggests, it is a hunt! We will not always find what we are looking for, and although most of the mushrooms are harmless, there are many poisonous ones too. But not to worry, for your guide will be able to show you which are edible and is always available to explain about the different fungi you have found.
Once we have arrived at Liesjärvi National Park, the group will begin their hike through the forest to some of our favourite mushroom picking spots.
Highlights:
- Forage with a professional guide in a national park
- Learn how to identify specific edible mushrooms
- Help prepare and cook your wild fungi finds
- Enjoy a Finnish-style lunch and coffee by the campfire
- Requires basic fitness level
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not for people with serious medical conditions or back problems
- Please provide any dietary-restriction information
- Transportation from and back to Helsinki
- Professional guide
- Raincoat in case of rain
- Finnish-style coffee and lunch over a campfire
- Walking shoes
- Clothing suitable for the weather
- Water bottle
