Fire Journey
Fire Journey is a three-hour guided sauna and dining experience that brings together Finnish sauna culture, Arctic nature and a carefully prepared dinner at SUMA Sauna & Lounge.
Arrival and Welcome by the Fire
Arrive at SUMA Sauna & Lounge on the banks of the Kemijoki River. Your host will welcome you, provide a towel, bathrobe and sauna slippers, and introduce the facilities, safety guidelines and the traditions of Finnish sauna culture.
The journey begins by the fire with a seasonal alcohol-free welcome drink and a selection of small fireside bites inspired by northern ingredients.
Your Sauna Journey Begins
Explore SUMA’s three saunas at your own pace and in the order you prefer. Experience the authentic atmosphere of the wood-burning sauna, enjoy panoramic views over the Kemijoki River from the electric sauna, or relax in the softer warmth of the steam sauna.
Your host will be available throughout the experience to guide you, answer questions and help you make the most of each sauna.
Heated Outdoor Pool and Kemijoki River
Available throughout the sauna experience
Between sauna sessions, step outside to relax in the heated outdoor pool and enjoy the surrounding Arctic landscape.
Guests looking for a traditional hot-and-cold contrast may also take a refreshing dip in the Kemijoki River. River swimming is optional and subject to weather, water and safety conditions.
From Northern Waters
Between sauna sessions
Fire Journey is not divided into separate sauna and dining parts. The dinner is served in stages, and part of it is enjoyed between sauna sessions, around the open fire.
The fish course is delicately prepared northern fish with fresh, pickled and creamy elements rooted in Finnish food traditions. After it, continue your sauna experience at your own pace.
Main Course
The main course is served by the fire or in the lounge, and you choose it in advance from three alternatives.
Reindeer
Finnish reindeer accompanied by northern potatoes, seasonal root vegetables and rich, aromatic flavours.
Arctic char
Arctic char served with northern potatoes, seasonal vegetables and fresh flavours inspired by Lapland.
Forest mushrooms
A hearty vegetarian main course built around forest mushrooms, seasonal vegetables and deep woodland flavours.
A Sweet Finish
The dinner concludes with a seasonal dessert inspired by Finnish traditions, northern berries and the warmth of the fire.
After three unhurried hours of sauna, fire, water and Arctic gastronomy, your host will help you prepare for departure.
The menu is shaped by the seasons and the availability of ingredients. Exact dishes, accompaniments and preparation methods may vary. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated when provided in advance.