With Taiga Spirit, Nature and Wildlife Experiences, you will explore the precious richness of Finnish taiga, observe, photograph and share special moments with European wild brown bear, wolverine, European elk and Finnish caribou, beaver and wolves.
Wildlife experiences in the taiga forest in Lentiira, east of Finland. Different programs for summer and winter times with a great opportunity to observe and photograph brown bears, wolverines, elk and if enough luck, also wolves and owls.
ExploreWe offer year-round bed and breakfast accommodation in a historically valuable wooden house in Lentiira, Kuhmo. Near the house you will find the starting point of the UKK route and a bus stop that is active during school time.
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Xiangyi J21/02/2021Best way to experience the taiga forest is to spend a night in the bear hide We visited there in the summer of 2019, and it was an amazing trip. We saw two bear Cubs during the second night. There was rain on the first day, but the night in the forest was very quiet and relaxing. I was reading while keeping an eye on any animal. Sabrina is a great host; she introduced us a lot of things about mushroom in the wild; she left mushrooms that are easy for people to pick, and only picked those hiding deeper in the woods; she introduced us great local chocolates of Finland; and took us to the large carnivore center, where we learnt a lot about wolverine, lynx, bear, wolf and golden eagle from the taiga area. Sabrina also gave us the chance to experience Sauna , thank you! Till now this trip is still my favorite trips in my life, and thanks to my companion Yasmin. We walked and talked in the forest trying to seek the trace of me elk. Although we did not see elk finally. So good luck to you all. If there’s chance and if I learnt how to drive, I want to visit Lentiira again.
Gilles D05/10/2019Pascale et Gilles, Séjour réussi dans la ruska finlandaise Superbe séjour d'une semaine où nous avons pu observer en affût des ours et des gloutons; découvrir la taïga finlandaise à l'automne et ses magnifiques couleurs, la beauté tranquille des paysages tout en observant rennes sauvages et en semi liberté, quelques élans, divers oiseaux et faire de belles photos....accompagnés par Sabrina, guide érudite et passionnée qui met avec générosité et gentillesse ses connaissances du milieu et du pays à notre portée.Elle est très attentive à la réussite du séjour (prise en charge à l'aéroport, confort, rythme, nourriture, sauna...)
Carmen V29/07/2019Great wildlife experience thanks to amazing Sabrina We really enjoyed our 8 day long holiday at Taiga spirit! We saw great wildlife: a lot of bears, the great grey owl, elks, the wild forest reindeer, cranes and even a wolf! Sabrina is an amazing superwoman and does everything by herself, from guiding and preparing the hides to cooking and running a b&b. We will definetely go back to this wonderfull place!
Upcoming_traveller21/07/2019Short nature break (5 days/4 nights) Great program if you’re short on time and interested in both wildlife and scenery that Europe has to offer. The accommodation (both room and bear hide) is warm and comfortable, the meals simple yet varied and filling, and the host friendly, organised, and experienced. You will get an experience above and beyond what it says on the tin. Lentiira itself is a nice quiet village for walking, and obviously the safaris are a highlight. Most are lucky enough to see mammals during there time there. And the sauna is available for guests to use. Although quite far from Helsinki, we found taking the overnight train made the journey seem a lot shorter than it actually was. It was nice to completely escape from city life for a few days, and learn from an expert about the Finnish Taiga. A very peaceful stay, with adrenaline when (or if!) the bears arrive.
Stefan Vandewinkel15/07/2019Great wildlife vacation! Heb genoten van 5 daagse wildernis ervaring in Taiga Spirit! Sabrina was een uitstekende gids en gastvrouw. Ze kent de streek door en door, uistekende ervaringen, tochten en hides,..wildlife. Ze is bovendien een aangename gastvrouw die zorgt voor lekkere maaltijden en aangename babbels! Hier kom ik terug. Keep going! Stefan - Belgium
Husky Voice12/07/2019Great bear watching experience We booked a bear watching safari with Taiga Spirit because it was a small company, not a big tourist factory. We were not disappointed. Sabrina is passionate about "her" animals. You get good instructions before the tour and some help setting up your camera if you are a novice like me... ;-) We were very lucky to see 2 bears during the night. One female came back several times between 10.00 pm and 2.00 am. And a big male around 4.00 am. I definitely recommend Taiga Spirit to people who are looking for a more authentic experience, with a knowledgeable and friendly guide. :-)
aniber29/06/2019découverte de la Finlande sauvage Si vous voulez découvrir la Finlande Sauvage , n'hésitez pas , allez chez Sabrina oû l'accueil est très chaleureux , la nature s'y découvre progressivement autour de sa maison d'hôtes ( mangeoire et nichoirs ) , à l'affût , en voiture , en randonnée et revenez ravis comme nous . ANNIE BERNARD
Didier G19/06/2019une immersion en pleine nature au pays des ours. Aller chez Sabrina c'est choisir une immersion en pleine nature... Déjà dans son jardin vous apprécierez la présence des nombreux passereaux et ecureuils qui viennent pour le plus grand plaisir des photographes. Ensuite si vous aimez les animaux , ce sera l'occasion pour vous de rencontrer les plus grands prédateurs de Finlande bien à l'abri dans un affut en dur. Il est possible de dormir et de déjeuner chez elle, chose que je vous conseille également car Sabrina cuisine des mets finlandais à la française. Bref, en un mot foncez, mais juste, assurez vous avant qu'il y ai encore de la place....
Eduardo Carvalho22/08/2018Wildlife Photographing Hides are located in a beautiful grove of birches. Possibilities to see and photograph bear, wolverine and wolf! It is worth staying a couple of nights. Food and accommodation is very good. I saw two bears and a wolf!
Marco C14/07/2018Not able to get in touch It is a week that I'm trying to get in contact with Taiga Spirit in order to have some information about the tours. Unfortunately no one answered my email. Is there another another communication channel that I can use? Are the activities still open? Thank you Marco
