Go for an effortless outdoor night out in the lap of nature. This trip is at its best in May, when you can appreciate the warmth of the stove in a tent and easily spot Saimaa seals resting on rocks and other natural wonders.
The self-guided tour starts from the Saimaa Canoeing base, where you can choose to take an open canoe, double or single kayak to paddle to the island. At the departure point, you will not only receive equipment but also detailed instructions on the trip, the route and responsible nature observation.
Depending on the route, the canoeing distance to the island is between 3 and 5 km. In the middle of the best "Saimaan Norppa" waters of Lake Saimaa you will find a Glamping tent heated by a stove with camping beds for four people. Near the tent is a neat outdoor toilet and a storage room with firewood and drinking water available for an extra charge. The island also has its own campfire site, where you can have an evening snack if the forest fire warning allows it.
You can leave for the excursion daily at from 12 noon and return to the starting point by 14:00 the following day. The glamping accommodation and campsite is reserved for one group at a time.
The tent can accommodate several people with their own camping mattresses. If you want to go with a larger group, please contact us by email info@saimaacanoeing.fi
In early May, when the waters are still cold, we recommend that you book a dry suit.
If you have very little previous kayaking/canoeing experience, we recommend booking a one-hour introductory kayaking/canoeing and orienteering lesson on the lake.
Price: 185 €/ 1 – 2 persons, additional persons + 60 € (max 4 persons). For larger groups, please ask for a separate offer. The route fee includes:
route maps and instructions, compass.
accommodation: Night in Glamping tent with stove in private island
Paddling equipment
telephone helpline in case of problems daily from 9 – 21
services at the departure point: free car parking, drinking water, outhouse
local information on services and natural attractions around the route.
Additional services:
Dry suit for the trip 40 €/person. For safety reasons, a dry suit is compulsory when paddling in single or open canoes when the water temperature is below 15 degrees.
Sleeping bag + sleeping bag cover 30€/person
Camp cooker and dishes 25€/person
Introduction to canoeing 40€/group duration approx. 1 h
Drinking water at the campsites if necessary 4€/5 l Payable after the excursion according to usage.
Firewood 5€/box. Payable after the excursion according to usage.
You can also book a tour by contacting us directly: info@saimaacanoeing.fi or + 358 50 5487653
