To the top of Wottovaara
Description:
Snow tour to Mount Vottovaara
In the 1990s, archaeologists discovered on top of Mount Vottovaara mysterious clusters of stones – seida. Huge boulders of different shapes and sizes are arranged in a certain order, forming intricate figures. According to one theory, these are religious buildings of the ancient Sami, who conducted mystical rites on the top of the mountain.
On this journey, you:
- Take a snowmobile ride through a snow-capped forest through ice- and snow-covered lakes
- Take a snowshoe hike to the top of Mount Vottovaara, which offers a picturesque view of the surroundings
- Meet the legends of the ancient Sami
- spend 3 days away from the bustle of the city and enjoy the beauty of the winter Karelian nature
- Try traditional Karelian cuisine