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Traditional Sauna, the Finnish Way<\/h3>\r\nDuring our Summer Sauna Tour \u2013 Finnish Sauna Experience<\/strong><\/a>, you'll discover what makes this tradition so unique. A local host will guide you through the steps, from warming up in the heat to cooling off in the lake. You'll learn how to use a birch whisk (vihta<\/em>) and why silence plays such an important role.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the rhythm of hot and cold, heat from the sauna and freshness from the water, offers a refreshing way to unwind. Between each round, you can relax outside, breathe deeply and enjoy the natural surroundings.\r\n

A Day as a Reindeer Herder<\/h3>\r\nReindeer herding has been part of northern Finnish life for generations. On our A Day as a Reindeer Herder<\/strong><\/a> excursion, you'll get a closer look at this traditional way of life and spend time with reindeer in their summer surroundings.\r\n\r\nLearn about the daily work of reindeer herders, the care of the animals and the role reindeer play in the culture and traditions of northern Finland. It's an opportunity to discover another side of local life in Ruka and Kuusamo.\r\n

Discover Local Life in Ruka<\/h3>\r\nLocal life in Ruka is peaceful, connected to nature and rich in tradition. Through Finnish sauna rituals and reindeer herding experiences, you can discover these traditions for yourself.\r\n\r\nTake the time to pause, enjoy the surroundings and learn more about the people and culture of northern Finland.","link":"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/en\/activities\/summer\/local-experiences\/","name":"Local Experiences","slug":"local-experiences","taxonomy":"category","parent":108,"meta":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nLocal Summer Experiences in Ruka | Ruka Safaris<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover local summer experiences in Ruka and Kuusamo. 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