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.
Every moment in nature is different.
Nature is never quite the same. The season, the time of day and the weather change the way a landscape looks, feels and comes alive.
Through Hauland Experiences, I invite you to discover the natural landscapes of Southwest Finland — from forests and rocky countryside to the coast and archipelago.
Sunlight filtering through the trees, moss and rocks glistening after rain, the changing colours of the seasons, or the sound of the sea and wind. These are the details that make every visit different.
There is no need to rush from one attraction to the next. Instead, you have time to notice the landscape, follow your curiosity and experience the moment in your own way.
I keep the experiences small and personal, so there is room to explore, ask questions and simply be outdoors.
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 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.
The light changes. The weather changes. The seasons change.
A forest can feel completely different after rain. Moss and rocks may glisten in the light. The sea can be calm one day and restless the next. Even a familiar place can reveal something new.
That is what makes nature worth returning to.
You might want to walk, stop and look, listen to the wind, or simply enjoy being outdoors. There is no need to rush. Take the time to experience the landscape as it is on the day you visit.
How does it look when you are the one walking through it?
Come with me. I’ll take you there.
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 forest experience.
Leave the noise behind and step into the Finnish forest.
Find your moment in the forest.
join me for a walk through my home forest in Southwest Finland.
Experience the forest through your own senses — the changing light, the smell of moss, the sound of the wind and the texture of the rocks. Everyone notices something different.
Even though I know this forest well, it surprises me every day. Changing weather, seasons and light always reveal something new.
We will explore the forest and rocky landscape, take our time and enjoy a break with coffee or tea and a small snack.
Come with me. I’ll show you the forest I keep discovering.
Duration: 2 hours
Group: 1–4 people
Location: Southwest Finland
Emily & Skyla: Optional
Price: €169 / private experience
FOREST & FIRE
Slow down. Stay awhile.
Join me for a longer journey through the changing landscapes of the Finnish forest.
As we walk deeper into nature, the landscape changes around us. The route may lead from pine and spruce forests into mixed woodland and open marshland. Even the forests themselves are never quite the same — different trees, ground cover, light and sounds create a new atmosphere along the way.
The longer route gives us time to explore these changing environments and experience the landscape through your own senses. The pace and route are adapted to the season, weather conditions and the group.
At the fire, we’ll take time to rest, enjoy coffee or tea, warm up and, if you wish, grill a traditional Finnish sausage.
Come with me and discover how much the Finnish landscape can change within one walk.
Duration: 3 hours
Group: 1–4 people
Location: Southwest Finland
Emily & Skyla: Optional
Price: €249 / private experience
SEA & WIND
Experience the space.
Join me for a walk along the Finnish coast and experience the landscape through your own senses.
This tour is special because the landscape keeps changing along the way. Forest paths, rocky cliffs and areas close to the beach alternate, creating different atmospheres within one experience. Some sections feel especially magical — shaped by the sea, wind, changing light and weather.
I want to share these places with you as I experience them myself — with curiosity, openness and the freedom to notice something different every time.
Along the way, we’ll take time for a coffee or tea and a small snack by the sea.
Come with me, I´ll take you take.
Duration: 3 hours
Group: 1–4 people
Location: Southwest Finland
Emily & Skyla: Optional
Price: €249 / 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.
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?
The experiences take place across the natural landscapes of Southwest Finland (Varsinais-Suomi), from forests and countryside to coastline and archipelago. Exact locations depend on the experience, the season and the conditions, and will be confirmed after booking.
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.
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.
Safety & Participant Responsibility
The experiences take place outdoors and may involve natural terrain, uneven ground, slippery surfaces, rocks, roots, water, fire and changing weather conditions.
Participants take part in the experience at their own risk and responsibility and are responsible for acting within their own physical abilities and following reasonable safety instructions.
Please inform me before the experience about any relevant physical limitations, allergies, medical considerations or other circumstances that may affect your participation.
Safety is always a priority. I may adapt, change or stop an activity if I consider the conditions unsafe or unsuitable.
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.
EXPERIENCE FINLAND YOUR WAY
Slow down. Step outside. Experience Finland differently.
Whether you are looking for quiet in the forest, the openness of the coast, time around a fire or something completely your own — I’ll create an experience around you.
Private experiences · 1–4 people · Southwest Finland
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