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Taiga Times organizes authentic nature tours from Helsinki into the Finnish wilderness year-round.
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09/04/2024

Despite the crazy snowstorm we had last week, after two sunny days, I officially announce that spring is here to stay! 🌞(Hopeful wishing..)

I’m grateful for every guest we’ve welcomed last winter! 🤗

Meeting people from around the world is one of the best parts of our job. Sharing thoughts, stories, and ideas while exploring nature together makes our daily lives incredibly fulfilling and rewarding. 🌍🌲

Join us on this journey of discovery, where we create memories together! 🌿✨

03/04/2024

The forest is a perfect place for
🍃 rest
🤸🏻‍♂️ play
🌿 refreshing
💭 reflection
🙏 appreciation
🤩 fun
👣 adventure
🔎 discovery

What’s your favorite way to experience the forest? 🌳

26/03/2024

Cooking up something good by the campfire!

Our tours feature locally sourced ingredients, creating menus that include Finnish flavors. Every tour has its own menu that can also change according to the seasons. 🍗🍅🌽

Join us and try some traditional Finnish cuisine, cooked and served in the heart of the forests. 🌲🔥

21/03/2024

Today is a very important day for all of us - International Day of Forests! 🌲🌳🌴

Preserving and responsibly managing these forests is crucial for a balanced and sustainable environment. ♻️🌍

Here are 5 points why, especially coniferous forests in Finland, are vital for the environment 👇

1. Carbon Storage: Trees absorb carbon dioxide, helping combat climate change. 🌲

2. Biodiversity Hub: They provide homes for diverse plant and animal species, supporting overall ecosystem health. 🪲🍄

3. Oxygen Producers: Trees release oxygen, ensuring a breathable atmosphere for various life forms. 🌬️

4. Water Balance: Forests regulate water cycles, preventing soil erosion and maintaining water quality. 💦

5. Climate Stability: They regulate local and global climates, influencing temperature and humidity. 🌡️

In addition, forests offer recreational spaces, and many Finns find it important to spend time in the woods. 🏕️

One of our core values is to bring people to the forest and show how magical a place it is! We will continue our work towards the environment, promoting sustainable travel, and encouraging all of you to nurture your connection to nature and forests. 😌💚

19/03/2024

Play of light and shadow on the icy path. 🌞

It’s a confusing time of the year when we have sunny days that feel like spring but still carry a frosty touch. When you look out of the window, the sun encourages you to wear a pair of sneakers and pull out your spring jacket, but the moment you step outside, the crisp surprise of late winter reminds you to wear warm clothes still. ❄️

However, nature is beautiful as always, inviting us to feel the late winter/early spring spirit and experience its slow awakening. 💛

08/03/2024

Happy Women’s Day! 🌸

Today, we celebrate all the incredible women around the world and acknowledge the hard work many of them do every day for a living.

Let’s remember that the journey toward equality between men & women is ongoing. We must continue supporting women to make this world a better place for all! 💪🌍

26/02/2024

Our evergreen forests in Finland maintain their vibrancy all year round, even underneath the snow. 🌲❄️

The secret lies in the resilience of their conifers. This unique trait keeps our forests green, making the surroundings beautiful with or without snow. ✨

22/02/2024

Snow on the ground,
Sun in the sky,
A perfect day to explore taiga’s mystic sigh. ✨🌲

We’ve hand-picked our destinations to offer you the most authentic Finnish nature experience possible from Helsinki. ❄️🌿

Join our day tours and discover the essence of nature with us. 🫶

19/02/2024

Dead standing trees, known as “kelopuut” in Finnish, are aged, lifeless trees that stand tall in northern forests. 🌲

Their significance lies in fostering ecosystem diversity, providing habitats for various plants, fungi, and insects. 🌱🪲🐛

Additionally, they serve as iconic elements of the northern wilderness, narrating tales of their long lives and environmental changes. 🍃🍂

14/02/2024

Happy Valentine’s Day 💘

In Finland, today is not just about romantic love, but also celebrating friendships. 😌👯‍♂️🥰

So, let’s cherish and appreciate the incredible friends who bring joy, laughter, and warmth into our lives. 🌸✨🫶

06/02/2024

Winter forests are full of life, even though it can seem like everyone is asleep. Jeff is a master at finding signs of life around us, whether it be animal trails in the forest or a woodpecker singing quietly in the background. 🐾🎵

He can also find frozen berries under the blanket of snow or from the juniper trees. 🌳😄

Not long ago, we discovered a dead deer in the forest (with wolf trails not far from it 🐺), now reduced to just a skeleton (last picture)—a sign that much wildlife has feasted around the deer. 🦌

What do you look for in nature? Do you focus on small details or admire the bigger picture? 😊

01/02/2024

Let is snow, please! ❄️
Here are few facts about snow:👇

❄️ Snow is not actually white; it appears white because it reflects all colors of light.

❄️ Snow plays a crucial role in Earth’s climate by reflecting sunlight, helping to regulate temperatures.

❄️ It is a great insulator, keeping the ground beneath it warmer than the air above during winter.

❄️ Snow provides habitat and shelter for various animals during the winter months.

❄️ In Finland, we have a name for almost every different kind of snow: “tykkylumi,” “räntä,” “loska,” “kuura,” “puuterilumi,” “hankilumi,” “höhhölumi,” just to name a few.

Do you enjoy the snow, or do you feel like we have it too much? 😅😌

29/01/2024

Warm food is a must on a chilly winter day. 😋

You might have noticed our love for smoked salmon soup, but on this particular hike and sauna tour, we’ve got something special: “put it in the pan” – fire-grilled vegetables with Finnish sausages. 🔥🍴(not to forget the famous Finnish mustard!)

This dish is delicious and satisfying, ensuring we have the energy to hike back and enjoy the sauna. 😌 It’s also a delightful change not to have the same food on every tour. So, if you book two or three tours with us, you’ll get to try something new each time. 🐟🍗🍅

Also, we make sure our food is good for the environment by using Finnish, local, and organic ingredients whenever we can. ☺️

17/01/2024

Okay, hands up - who’s as excited about this cold snowy winter as us? 🤩🙌

The nature is so beautiful, truly a winter wonderland, and it’s showing its best winter side this year. Despite the chilly temperatures (feels like -20 Celsius or more), with the right gear and company, it’s a magical adventure out there. ❄️✨

15/01/2024

What is Jeff eating? 😄 read the right answer in the comments! 👇

07/01/2024

Another cold winter experience is to walk over the frozen lake! ☃️

When the cold temperatures arrive and stay long enough, the lakes start to freeze over. It’s recommended to go onto the frozen lake only when there’s a solid 10 cm of steel ice. 🧊

Never go on the lake unless you’re certain about the ice thickness, and never go alone! Safety comes first, even before the adventure. ☺️

28/12/2023

Embracing the winter chill in December! ❄️

The snowy landscapes and cold temperatures are enchanting, but staying warm is key! 🧤🧣

👉 Layer up for flexibility – you can always remove a layer if you start feeling too toasty.
👉 Don’t forget the hat; it’s your secret weapon against escaping heat!
👉 Keep your fingers and toes warm with gloves (preferably mittens) and warm winter footwear.

With temperatures potentially dropping to around -20°C next week in Helsinki, it’s time to gear up! Pack all your warmth essentials for a cozy and enjoyable visit. Are you ready for a winter adventure? 🤭

06/11/2023

Our awesome guide, Helena, will be taking care of all the brave travellers visiting Helsinki this November and we could not imagine a better person to do so. 💨🍃

A greeting from Helena:

“There are many jokes about November being the most hardcore month concerning bad weather. Let’s not worry too much about that.

I see it as a perfect opportunity to channel our inner strength ’sisu’ and enjoy all of natures temper. Also, nothing feels better than sitting by the fire and eating a heartwarming soup when it’s Arctic outside.

Remember, cold is just a state of mind! Hope to meet you soon. 😊”

Interested in finding your sisu? Book now your spot for November weekends. 😎

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The Moon Jelly! 🌊 🌙 Did you ever see these guys on your visit to Finland? Perhaps on our Archipelago Excursion! It’s always a surprise for guests to spot jelly fish in the Baltic Sea, maybe for the same reason they are surprised to see snakes here 🐍 it’s a cold country and these fellows remind us of warmer lands perhaps🤔

Today we celebrate Earth Day. 👏🌎⁣ ⁣ As a Green Activities awarded establishment we need to minimize the environmental impact of our operations. That is why we use as many local products as we can, organize tours in less crowded destinations, and respect nature by leaving no trace behind. 🌱👣💚⁣ ⁣ Happy Earth Day! 🫶

Benefits of ice-swimming: ❄️ It boosts your immune system ❄️ It improves your circulation ❄️ It reduces stress ❄️ Your friends back home will think your BA 🥷 ⠀ Have you ever tried ice swimming? If not, would you like to try? Share your experiences with us and comment if you would like to try it one day! 👇😎

Winter Archipelago Excursion

What a wonderful day we had on our winter archipelago excursion! 🤩 👉 https://taigatimes.com/winter-archipelago-excursion/

There sure were a lot of lingonberries on our latest hike. 🤩🔴🌿 ⠀ They still need some time to fully ripen but we could not resist mixing in a few of them with a handful of blueberries. Yum Nam! 🫐😋 ⠀ On our berry picking tour in Liesjärvi National Park, we will be making "puolukkahillo" - Lingonberry Jam together! 🤗 It is a great souvenir and interactive way to learn about Finnish nature and culture! 🌲😊 ⠀ Join us on Saturday 28th of August for berry picking or mushroom hunting, as Kiia will be out guiding a berry picking tour and Jeff will be on the hunt for mushrooms in Liesjärvi National Park. The day will be full of foraging! 🫐🍄🌿

Nothing like a hot sauna after a long day in the rain. 😌 ⠀ And the orchestra of birds is not too bad either! How many can you identify?

Kaikkien aikojen retkeilykesä on täällä! 😎 (English below) ⠀ Vietä ikimuistoinen retkeilyloma kotimaassa ja osallistu meidän ohjattuun viiden päivän (58km) vaellukseen! 🥾 ⠀ Tämä retki sopii erinomaisesti kaikille retkeilystä kiinnostuneille: aloittelijoille ja myös kokeneille patikoijille. Me Taiga Timesin oppaat Kiia ja Jeff, huolehdimme kuljetuksesta, reiteistä ja myös kaikista aterioista, joten sinun ei tarvitse huolehtia yksityiskohdista. 😊🏕️ ⠀ Pienet ryhmäkoot takaavat turvallisen ja henkilökohtaisen retkeilykokemuksen. Voit lähteä vaellukselle yksin tai yhdessä kaverin/perheenjäsenen kanssa! ⠀ Vaellusviikot ovat 20, 24, 28, 32 ja 36. Lue lisää meidän kotisivuilta: https://taigatimes.com/hirvaan-kierros-vaellus-helsinki/ ja varaa ikimuistoinen retkeilyloma kesäksi! 🌞 -- The ultimate summer hiking season is about to begin! 😎 (Finnish Below) ⠀ Book your hiking holiday this summer and spend 5-nights hiking in a Finnish national park! 🥾 ⠀ This hiking trip is perfect for anyone interested in hiking, camping, and exploring the great outdoors. It is a great long-distance hike for both beginners and experienced alike. Your Taiga Times guides Jeff and Kiia will be taking care of the transportation, route planning, cooking, and guiding - so you can enjoy every moment and focus on your hike! 😊🏕️ ⠀ Our small group sizes offer you a safe and personal hiking experience. There will be like-minded and happy hikers so you can join us as a solo hiker or with a friend/family member! ⠀ Hiking weeks are 20, 24, 28, 32 and 36. Read more and book now from our website: https://taigatimes.com/hiking-trip-in-finland/ and challenge yourself on this epic hike with Taiga Times! 🌞

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What is Taiga Times?

Taiga Times was founded by a Finnish-Canadian couple whose passion for the outdoors comes from discovery. In Finland we don’t have ancient temples or modern skyscrapers. What we do have is pristine unspoiled wilderness with thousands of lakes. It would seem that we have one of the last slices of true wilderness in Europe. 🌲🌲🌲

Our greatest travel experiences have come from the wilderness and we want to bring our guest there to share this experience together. Finland is known for its nature and it’s everywhere, even in the capital city of Helsinki. Still, it can be a bit difficult for travelers to explore nature by themselves especially if they would like to visit more off the beathen path destinations. 🌿🌳🌱

We want to show you our beautiful home and be there with you to make it a safe, amazing, and authentic nature experience which you will remember for the rest of your life. Our guided tours from Helsinki are designed to be easily joined and we also offer customized private tours.

We have hand-picked all our destinations to make sure that you will get a real authentic nature experience. Let’s discover nature together!