Step into the Soul of Finnish Sauna
Few things define Finland more than the sauna. On our local life experiences in Ruka, the lakeside sauna at Iisakki Village is a highlight. From the moment you arrive, a sauna guide welcomes you and introduces this centuries-old tradition.
Book our Sauna Tour and feel the gentle heat of the wood-fired sauna before cooling off in the snow or dipping into the ice hole. The outdoor jacuzzi under the Arctic sky offers another way to relax. Throughout the experience, your guide shares stories that make the sauna ritual meaningful.
Warm berry juice, herbal tea, and light snacks complete the evening, balancing heat and cold, movement and stillness—leaving you with lasting well-being.
Beyond relaxation, the sauna is also a place of connection, where stories, silence, and tradition meet. It’s here that you’ll truly understand why the sauna is considered the heart of Finnish life.
Taste the Flavors of Lapland
Another side of local life experiences in Ruka is food. The Lappish Wild Food Dinner takes place in the cozy Kontioluola restaurant—also known as the Bear’s Cave—set deep in the forest just outside Ruka Village.
After a welcoming drink, you’ll enjoy a multi-course dinner made with local ingredients: reindeer, lake fish, wild mushrooms, and berries. Each plate tells the story of Lapland’s landscapes and traditions.
Your host explains the origins of the dishes and their cultural meaning. And with a little luck, the Northern Lights might dance above you before you return to the village.
Live the Arctic Lifestyle
These local life experiences in Ruka offer a different kind of adventure. Instead of rushing, they invite you to pause, taste, and breathe. By joining them, you’re not just observing Lapland’s culture—you become a part of it.
