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N A T U R E\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n

E X C U R S I O N S<\/span><\/h1>\n

[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1719918546572{margin-top: 22px !important;}”]Lake Saimaa’s natural beauty provides a tranquil setting perfect for relaxation and calming down. Wandering through the forest or foraging is an ideal way to meditate, surrounded by emerald woods. Sit on a mossy mound and listen to the birds singing and the wind rustling the leaves, with no other sounds to disturb your peace.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Everyman’s right<\/h2>\n
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In Finland, the “Everyman’s Right” allows you to pick berries and mushrooms anywhere in the forest, regardless of who owns the land. The best part is that you can turn your foraged treasures into delicious meals!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Guided activities in pure nature<\/h2>\n

Almost every resort and company in the Lake Saimaa region offers guided nature excursions, such as paddling or hiking. If they don\u2019t provide these services directly, they can certainly recommend someone who does. Explore more about paddling [here],<\/a> hiking [here],<\/a> and cycling [here]<\/a>. Below, we have gathered more activities that reflect the local lifestyle. Local guides know the best tips for exploring the Saimaa region’s nature in various ways.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\tMushroom foraging in Uhkua »<\/a>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″]
\n\t\tBerry and mushroom foraging in Naaranlahti Resort »<\/a>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″]
\n\t\tWild herb cruise »<\/a>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″]
\n\t\tLearn About Local Wildlife \u2013courses »<\/a>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content” css=”.vc_custom_1719918397621{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/4″]
\n\t\tMushroom cruise on Lake Saimaa »<\/a>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″]
\n\t\tGuided forest trip »<\/a>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″]
\n\t\tWild herb excursion »<\/a>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″]
\n\t\tGuided hike at METSO wellbeing trail »<\/a>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content” css=”.vc_custom_1719920549295{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/4″]
\n\t\tSpirit Guide Saimaa's nature adventures »<\/a>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″]
\n\t\tExcursion: spirit of the forest with Woikoski Feeling »<\/a>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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