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.

Mar 28: Winter hiking Route 2024-2025

The maintenance of the ice trail has now ended. The winter hiking route was opened on December 31, 2024, and yesterday, on March…

Mar 27: We’ve Launched Our New Website!

We’ve just launched our brand-new website, and development is still ongoing. If you notice any missing content or errors, we would greatly appreciate…

Mar 25: When will the ice leave the lake?

In Haukivesi lake, the ice usually melts in April-May. Here are our diary entries from the last nine years on the time of…

Events ahead

Apr 18: Easter in Oravi

The Village Shop and Restaurant Are Open! Live music at Ruukinranta on Saturday! Easter Opening Hours ThursdayShop & café: 9 am – 5…

Apr 30: First of May in Oravi

Restaurant Ruukinranta is open for May Day! April 30 (May Day Eve): Open from 12 pm to 1 amKitchen open from 12 pm…

Jun 2: Fishing Week

Finland’s top fishing guides gather in Oravi 2.-7.6.2025 Finland’s top fishing guides gather in Oravi from June 2nd to 7th to offer unforgettable…

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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

April villa offer -20%

In April, 3-7 night rentals at 20% discounted rates in Oravi and Tallusniemi 4-bedroom villas. The offer is only valid in the online shop. Book with code HUHTIKUU.

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.

Saimaa seal mini-break for 2 persons

Available: 9th May – 4th June

Would you like to see the cute Saimaa Ringed Seal in their own habitant?

Package includes an accommodation in twin room, breakfasts in restaurant Ruukinranta, private hotel sauna (1h) and a 3 hour seal safari in a mixed group.

Max. 2 guests

Opening hours