Icetrek to Old Kemi
ID: GYG569008-972379
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Country: Denmark
Country: Denmark
Duration: 02:30 hours
Description
Conquer the Old Kemi, historical Laitakari sawmill island where Kemi people lived and worked before the city was born over 150 years ago. Enjoy the unique 3 km icetrek route in heart of Sea Lapland!
After equipment delivery and safety issues at Snowcastle area we first enter and cross the Ostrobothnian Sea ice 0,8 km to the Old Kemi Laitakari island. The guide will teach you the basics of moving on the ice and snowy conditions. When reaching Laitakari you get to visit the Old Kemi historical industrial monuments of the now deserted sawmill and the village ruins. Guide will show you the Kemi's real history when visiting the island. Laitakari was inhabited and established before Kemi city was born and after Laitakari mill's success the Russian Emperor Alexander II decided to build the Kemi city. After the historical visit to the origin of Kemi we trek back. Icetrek consists of total 2 - 3 km walking on sea ice and flat terrain.
After equipment delivery and safety issues at Snowcastle area we first enter and cross the Ostrobothnian Sea ice 0,8 km to the Old Kemi Laitakari island. The guide will teach you the basics of moving on the ice and snowy conditions. When reaching Laitakari you get to visit the Old Kemi historical industrial monuments of the now deserted sawmill and the village ruins. Guide will show you the Kemi's real history when visiting the island. Laitakari was inhabited and established before Kemi city was born and after Laitakari mill's success the Russian Emperor Alexander II decided to build the Kemi city. After the historical visit to the origin of Kemi we trek back. Icetrek consists of total 2 - 3 km walking on sea ice and flat terrain.
Highlights
- Reach the Origin of Kemi the famous Laitakari island!
- Learn the basics of moving safely on the ice
- Get the knowledge how the wood industry is run!
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Tours are subject to change due to weather conditions. Provider reserves the right to change the routing and duration without prior notice.
Snowcastle of Kemi / Experience365 reception hall.
Snowcastle of Kemi / Experience365 reception hall.
INCLUDED
- Guided tour in English
- Rental of icetrekking poles
- Knowledge how to move safely on ice
- Icetrek and visit to Laitakari island
- History of Kemi in nutshell
- Scheme of wood industry
NOT INCLUDED
- Thermal outdoor clothing can be rented
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.