5 day Hetta-Pallas Autumn Hike
Hetta-Pallas is the oldest and arguably most famous through hike in Finland. The trek explores the stunning fell landscapes and old growth taiga forests of Pallas. The incredible colors of autumn and the mild weather at the end of summer make this trip pleasant and unforgettable!
On this summer or autumn hike we trek between 6km and 19km per day and sleeping in tents or wilderness huts along the way. We carry the necessary equipment for the trip with us in backpacks.
Trek Difficulty: ★★★
Duration: 7 days total
Group size: 1-6 persons
Program
Day 2
Day 1 of trek: We prepare our equipment for the hike. We practice using the stoves, test-set up our tents and pack our backpacks for the trip. In the afternoon we take a bus to Hetta and cross Lake Ounasjärvi by boat. The actual hike begins here. We hike 6km to the foot of Pyhäkero, where we set up our tents and spend the night. Duration of the hike is about 2 hours.
Day 0-1
Arrival day: Pickup from Kittilä Airport or Kolari train station and transfer to Riekontupa cabin. If arriving early, we will we familiarize ourselves the same day with the gear and route and pack for the trip, otherwise we will start start the next morning. The evenings include a meal together and, if desired, a sauna.
Day 7
Departure morning: After breakfast and packing, it's time to head home, until we meet again in the fells! Transfer to Kittilä Airport, Levi or Kolari Train station
Day 6
Day 5 of trek: This is the last hiking day. From Mustakero we climb to Koivakero and descend past primeval taiga forests and lakes back to Riekontupa. We prepare dinner together and enjoy the sauna. Overnight stay at Riekontupa. The day's hike is 8km. Duration ~3 hours
Day 3
Day 2 of trek: After breakfast, we pack up camp, throw on our backpacks and head out for the days trek. We start with a steady climb to the treeless open plateau of Pyhäkero, from here magnificent fell landscapes open up in every direction. We continue on the fell plateau until we descend to Hannukuru, where we set up camp. If the sauna is open, there is an opportunity to enjoy Hannukuru's traditional wood-heated wilderness sauna in the evening. The day's hike is 19km. Duration 7-9 hours
Day 5
Day 4 of trek: This is the most demanding day of the trip. We climb steadily to the highest peak of Pallas, Taivaskero (806m). The ascent from the Rihmakuru camp is about 400m. We descend to the Pallas Hotel, where we can have lunch at our own expense, or we can enjoy our own meals at the Pallas dayhut. After a lunch break, we descend into the forest towards the Pyhäjoki ravines, from where we continue hiking next to the peaceful Mustakero hut, where we spend the last night of the trip in tents. The day's journey is 20km. Duration 7-9 hours
Day 4
Day 3 of trek: We continue our journey towards the Pallastunturi fells. During the route we ascend and descend the fells Suastunturi, Lumikero and Vuontiskero before reaching the Rihmakuru campsite. On this section we can enjoy the vast open scenery around us, the magnificent Taivaskero and the other fells of Pallastunturi in front of us slowly get closer. The day's journey is 15km. Duration 5-6 hours
This trip can be tailored!
If you have additional hopes or needs let us know and we can make accommodations to the trip.
*This trip can also be done as a Hut-to-Hut
Base package includes
We provide the necessary gear, food and transport. Arrive at Kittilä International Airport or Kolari Train Station and we will look after the rest.
Guiding for the 5 day hike
Information package including a list of required equipment
Accommodation at Riekontupa cottage for 2-3 nights bed linens and towels provided
Meals at the cabin and for the trek
Spacious Helsport Fjellheimen Pro 3 tent, shared between two people during the hike or accommodation in wilderness huts
Backpack, sleeping bag and sleeping mat
Cooking set including gas for the hike
Transport to and from Kittilä Airport/ Kolari train station
Transport to Hetta, the starting point of the trek
National Park fee
Price excludes
Your own personal clothing and shoes
Travel and accident insurance
Base price (1 guest): 4650.-
Price per additional guest (max 6): 400.-
