THE QUIET SIDE OF FINLAND
EXPERIENCE FINLAND DIFFERENTLY
Personal, private experiences in Finnish nature — designed around you, the season and the place.
Slow down. Explore. Experience Finland your way.
More than a walk in the forest.
Hauland Experiences are created for people who want to experience Finland at a slower pace.
Hauland offers small, personal experiences in South-Western Finland — from Finnish forests and coastline to the archipelago and local places away from the usual tourist routes.
No rushing from one attraction to the next. No large groups. Just a more personal way to experience Finland.
You come to slow down, breathe and experience the moment.
Private experiences · 1–4 people · Southwest Finland
WHAT IS “EXPERIENCE FINLAND”?
Experience Finland is a collection of private, guided experiences in Finnish nature — from quiet forest walks and coastal moments to fire, sound and silence.
There is no fixed itinerary. I create each experience around you, your interests, the season and the place.
WHO IS EXPERIENCE FINLAND FOR?
For solo travellers
Looking for space, nature and a different way to experience Finland.
For couples
Wanting to share a private experience away from the crowds.
For friends & small groups
Looking for something personal, flexible and authentic.
For dog lovers
Who would like Emily & Skyla to join as an optional extra.
No fixed itinerary. No expectations. No performance.
MEET YOUR HOST
I’m Petra, the person behind HAULAND Experiences.
Since moving to Finland, I’ve discovered places and moments that have made this country feel like home to me. Now I want to share some of them with you.
I create private, personal experiences around the nature, places and everyday moments that make Finland special to me.
Not as a tour guide.
As your personal companion.
Your experience. Your pace. Your choice.
Maybe you want to walk.
Maybe you want to be quiet.
Maybe you want to talk.
Maybe you simply need some time for yourself.
There is no right way to experience Finland.
There is only your way.
Experience the elements of Finland.
CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE
Every place has its own energy. Every experience invites you to notice something different.
SILENT FOREST
Find your own quiet.
Leave the noise behind and step into the Finnish forest.
It is time and space for you.
We walk, pause, listen and explore the landscape around us. The route is adapted to the season, conditions and your pace.
You can talk.
You can be silent.
You can simply be.
Along the way, we’ll take a quiet moment for coffee or tea and a small snack.
I’ll take you to places I’ve come to know during my time in Finland — and give you the space to experience them in your own way.
Duration: 2 hours
Group: 1–4 people
Location: Southwest Finland
Dogs: Optional / Not included
Price: €169 / private experience
SILENT FOREST & FIRE
Slow down. Stay awhile.
Leave the everyday behind and spend more time in the Finnish forest.
We walk deeper into the forest, explore the landscape and take time to stop along the way. The route and pace are adapted to the season, conditions and you.
At the fire, there is nowhere else you need to be. Have a coffee or tea, warm up and, if you wish, grill a traditional Finnish sausage over the fire.
I’ll take you to places I’ve come to know during my time in Finland and give you the freedom to experience them your way.
Duration: 3 hours
Group: 1–4 people
Location: Southwest Finland
Dogs: Optional / Not included
Price: €289 / private experience
SEA & WIND
Feel the space.
Leave the noise behind and experience the Finnish coast.
We walk along the coast, stop where it feels right and take time to experience the landscape around us. The route is adapted to the season, weather and your pace.
Take in the sea, feel the wind and let the openness of the Finnish coast do the rest.
Where it feels right, we’ll stop for a coffee or tea and a small snack.
I’ll take you to places I’ve come to know during my time in Finland and give you the freedom to experience them your way.
Duration: 3 hours
Group: 1–4 people
Location: Southwest Finland
Dogs: Optional / Not included
Price: €289 / private experience
DESIGN YOUR OWN EXPERIENCE
Maybe you already know what you’re looking for. Maybe you don’t.
Tell me what you would like to experience in Finland — forest, sea, wind, fire, silence, sound, local life, or simply a place to breathe.
I’ll listen to what you’re looking for and create the experience around you.
You decide how much you want to do, how much you want to talk and how much space you need.
The experience can be created for one person or a couple and can combine different elements, locations and activities. Longer experiences across several days can also be arranged on request.
Private experience · individually priced
BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE
Choose your experience and send me a booking request.
Select your preferred date, time and group size. I’ll check availability and get back to you with the details and confirmation.
Please note: Your booking is only confirmed once I have confirmed the date and details with you.
FAQs
Where do the experiences take place?
In Southwest Finland, around the Uusikaupunki region, surrounded by forests, lakes, coastline and Finnish countryside.
How many people can join?
The experiences are private and suitable for 1–4 people.
Can I book alone?
Yes. The experiences are designed for solo travellers, couples and small private groups.
Can children participate?
Yes, depending on the experience and the age of the children. Please contact me before booking if you are travelling with children.
Can I bring my own dog?
Experience Finland is primarily designed for guests travelling without their own dog. If you are travelling with your dog and would like to combine your holiday with individual dog training, please have a look at Training Holiday.
Can Emily & Skyla join?
Yes. Emily & Skyla can join selected experiences as an optional extra. You can choose this when making your booking request.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The experiences take place outdoors and are adapted to the weather, season and local conditions. If conditions make an experience unsafe or impractical, we will adapt, postpone or reschedule it where possible.
What should I wear?
Please dress appropriately for the current Finnish weather and outdoor conditions. Comfortable outdoor clothing and suitable footwear are recommended.
What should I bring?
Weather-appropriate clothing, suitable footwear, water and anything you personally need during the experience. I will let you know if anything specific is required for your chosen experience.
Are the experiences available all year?
Many experiences are available throughout the year, depending on the season, weather and local conditions. Some experiences are seasonal.
Are the experiences suitable for people without hiking experience?
Yes. Most experiences are suitable for people without hiking experience. Routes and activities can be adapted to your preferences and abilities.
What languages are available?
I offer experiences in English and German.
How do I book?
Choose your preferred experience, select your preferred date and time and send me a booking request. I will check availability and get back to you with the details and confirmation.
BOOKING & CANCELLATION CONDITIONS
Sending a booking request does not constitute a confirmed booking.
Your booking is confirmed once the date, experience and price have been agreed with you and the payment arrangements have been confirmed.
Before your experience, you will receive all necessary information about the meeting point, what to bring and any special arrangements.
All experiences are private and planned individually around you, the season and the current conditions.
Cancellation by the guest
If you need to cancel your booking, please contact me as soon as possible.
More than 14 days before the experience
Full refund.
7–14 days before the experience
50% of the total price will be refunded.
Less than 7 days before the experience
The booking is non-refundable.
If I am able to fill your cancelled booking with another guest, I may offer a full or partial refund even when the normal cancellation period has passed.
Changing your booking
If you need to change the date of your experience, please contact me as early as possible.
I will always try to find an alternative date, subject to availability.
Weather & safety
Your safety comes first.
The experiences take place outdoors and are adapted to the weather, season and local conditions.
If weather or other circumstances make the planned experience unsafe or impractical, I may modify, postpone or cancel the experience.
If I cancel the experience and we cannot agree on an alternative date or suitable replacement experience, you will receive a full refund of the amount paid for the cancelled experience.
Your responsibility
Please arrive on time and wear suitable clothing and footwear for the current Finnish weather conditions.
Please let me know in advance about any relevant mobility needs, allergies or other circumstances that may affect your experience.
Transport
Private transport is recommended. Exact meeting points will be confirmed after booking.
Dogs
If you have selected Emily & Skyla as an optional addition, the same cancellation conditions apply to the complete booking.
Your own dog is not part of Experience Finland. If you would like to travel to Finland with your own dog and combine your holiday with individual dog training, please see Training Holiday.
Late arrival & no-show
If you arrive late, the experience may need to be shortened to keep the planned schedule. No refund is provided for late arrival or no-show.
Travel & accommodation
Travel to and from the experience, accommodation and other personal travel expenses are not included unless explicitly stated in your booking.
I recommend appropriate travel insurance, particularly for cancellations, illness and unexpected travel disruptions.