In a region with the highest number of lakes and forests in Finland, nature activities are the most self-evident way of spending time! Trekking, canoeing, cycling, horse riding, golfing, boat cruises, fishing, Saimaa ringed seal safari and Nordic walking are just few examples of what Saimaa can offer for anybody keen on experiencing the immaculate nature.
Wherever you are, the nature call for a walk, a ride on a bike or a trip in a boat. If you rent a cottage, you will nearly always find a rowing boat included in the price of the rent. The Finnish law called "everyman's right" allows you also to walk around all over in the nature - no matter who owns the land - and pick berries, mushrooms and flowers.
But there are also vast, protected areas for recreation: In the Puulavesi-Kyyvesi Lake District you will experience the breathtaking silence of nature and unforgettable views in the wilderness, whereas Repovesi - nearby Kouvola and Mäntyharju - represents one of the three national parks of the area. The two others, moving towards Rantasalmi and Savonlinna, are Linnansaari and Kolovesi .
For organized activities, you can book tours with local activity companies: SaimaaHoliday is one of the companies with the widest selection of activities: canoeing, horse riding, fishing, rock climbing, boat excursions and Saimaa ringed seal safaris. Blue Outdoor will take you to different lake activities straight from the city centres of Mikkeli and Savonlinna. You can easily take a boat trip to the lake labyrinth of Saimaa or enjoy a canoeing trips with exciting routes like the one around the medieval castle of Olavinlinna in Savonlinna! With Metsämatkat you will be part of empowering experiences in the forest and lakeside landscapes!