SaimaaHoliday Oravi

A warm
welcome to
Oravi!

The village of Oravi, located on the Saimaa, amidst stunning scenery, is a unique tourist destination all year round. Situated between the Linnansaari and Kolovesi National Parks, it offers numerous opportunities for lake activities, whether in summer or winter.

In the heart of the village, along the canal, you will find everything you need for a memorable stay: the village shop, Restaurant Ruukinranta, Oravi Apartments -apartment hotel, equipment rental, a shuttle service to Linnansaari and a variety of safari services.

Services in Oravi

The Oravi village shop offers local delicacies, while Restaurant Ruukinranta and Makasiiniravintola offer ready-made culinary delights in the beautiful lake scenery. For relaxing sauna moments, visit the Ruukinranta saunas. The caravan area and guest marina serve our guests during the summer season.

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Stay at

Stunning self-catering villas, the stylish Oravi Apartments -apartment hotel and the unique Linnansaari eco-hostel offer versatile accommodation options that bring you closer to the beauty of Lake Saimaa. Choose the accommodation that suits you best and book the nature holiday of your dreams!

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Cottage Holidays in Oravi

Enjoy a carefree holiday with family or friends in your own cozy lakeside villa! The breathtaking lake scenery of Lake Saimaa and the beautiful nature of Linnansaari National Park offer experiences all year round.

Aug 6: Meaningful Travel Map

Oravi is proud to have been selected for the international Tourism Cares Meaningful Travel Map! This recognition highlights Oravi’s commitment to responsible tourism,…

Jun 30: The steamship S/S Heinävesi has resumed regular route service.

S/S Heinävesi is Finland’s oldest passenger ship still operating on its original route.The historic Heinävesi Route connects Lake Kallavesi with Lake Haukivesi. This…

Apr 30: Happy May Day

Starting today, Restaurant Ruukinranta will be serving the house-famous pike kebab, zander burger, elk burger, and other delicacies throughout May — and of…

Events ahead

Jul 2: Fish Wednesday

Fish Wednesdays at Oravi Village Shop – July 2 to August 6, 2025 Smoked fish and fresh lake fish every Wednesday! Every Wednesday,…

Aug 30: Finlands Nature Day

On the last Saturday of August we celebrate The Nature in Finland as well as spend the Sleep outdoors -night.

The best way to celebrate nature is to spend time in the forest. Bring your friends with you or enjoy your own time in the landscapes of Linnansaari National Park!

Sep 12: Saimaa Harvest festival in Oravi

At the Ruukinranta restaurant, a harvest menu will be served throughout the weekend. Local food products will be available for purchase at the Oravi village store all weekend long.

During the Harvest Festival in Oravi, there will be plenty of activities, including crayfish trap lifting demonstrations, a market event, a freestyle fishing competition by the dock, and live music.

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Canoeing

Experience the Saimaa archipelago

Seal excursions

Visit the Saimaa ringed seal’s home waters

Wellbeing

Feel the peace of nature

Fishing

Cast your line for the Saimaa fish!

Linnansaari National Park

Experience Saimaa at its most beautiful

Trails

Hiking and canoeing routes

Browse activities

Offers

Canoes and kayaks-15%

From May 10 to June 10, enjoy 15% off all canoe, kayak, and rowboat rentals (2–7 days) in our online store with the code SPRING.

Autumn colors mini-break for 2 persons

Available: 1.9.-31.10.

During this overnight mini-break you’ll visit the Linnansaari National Park for a day tour, enjoy traditional Finnish sauna by the lake and sleep cozy in Oravi Apartments.

Package includes an accommodation in twin room, breakfasts delivered to the room, private waterfront sauna 1h, boat transfer to Linnansaari National Park (round-trip).

Max. 2 guests

Easy Autumn Paddling holiday for 2 persons

Available: 1st September – 19th October

Are you looking for a relaxing paddling holiday without camping in the wild?

Package includes an accommodation in twin room, breakfast baskets delivered to the room, canoe with paddling equipment and private sauna by Oravi canal for 1 hour.

Max. 2 guests

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