Finland offers many national parks and locations for a wonderful and relaxing holiday in the nature. We have a wide range of day tours and multi day tours for all levels of nature enthusiastics. You can book a private tailor made tour package for your group or join in some of our public tours.
We hope you can find something to suit your interest, if not, let us help you plan a nature tour of your dreams for your group 🙂
Please ask for more information regarding tours and packaged nature holidays at toimisto@uudenmaanseuramatkat.fi
The cleanest air in the World and the serene and pristine natural environments of Finland, such as its forests, lakes, and national parks, contribute to physical, mental, and emotional well-being in several ways:
- Stress Reduction: Natural settings have a calming effect, reducing stress and anxiety. The quiet and tranquility of Finnish nature can help lower cortisol levels, the body’s primary stress hormone.
- Improved Mood: Being in nature can enhance mood and combat feelings of depression or sadness. The natural beauty of the Finnish landscape can have a positive effect on mental health.
- Increased Physical Activity: Outdoor activities like hiking, swimming, skiing, or simply walking in nature increase physical activity, which is beneficial for cardiovascular health, weight management, and overall fitness.
- Enhanced Immune System: Spending time in forests and natural environments can boost the immune system. A concept known as “forest bathing” (Shinrin-yoku) suggests that breathing in natural phytoncides (wood essential oils) enhances the function of natural killer cells, which are vital for a healthy immune response.
- Better Sleep Quality: Exposure to natural light and engaging in physical activities outdoors can help regulate circadian rhythms, leading to improved sleep patterns and quality.
- Increased Vitamin D Levels: Being outdoors, especially in sunny conditions, increases exposure to sunlight, which is essential for the body to produce Vitamin D. This vitamin plays a crucial role in bone health and the immune system.
- Mindfulness and Enhanced Focus: Nature encourages a state of mindfulness, helping individuals to be more present in the moment. This can lead to better concentration and cognitive function.
- Connection and Social Interaction: Activities in nature often involve social interaction, whether it’s hiking with a group, joining a guided tour, or simply interacting with others in outdoor settings. Social connections are important for mental health and well-being.
- Reduced Risk of Chronic Diseases: Regular physical activity in nature can reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and certain types of cancer.
- Emotional Healing and Renewal: Nature can be therapeutic and provide emotional healing and renewal, especially for those recovering from illness or experiencing life stresses.
- Improved Creativity: Nature can stimulate creative thinking and problem-solving skills, offering a break from the mental fatigue of urban environments and technology.
- Increased Happiness and Life Satisfaction: Regular exposure to natural environments is associated with increased happiness, life satisfaction, and a sense of well-being.
In conclusion, the Finnish natural environment offers a unique and powerful setting for improving overall health and well-being, combining the tranquility and beauty of its landscapes with the physical and mental benefits of being in nature.