Accessible Services in Oravi and Linnansaari National Park
Accommodation, restaurant and harbour
- There is step-free access to the main building, which includes the village shop, restaurant, and reception. An accessible toilet (WC) is also available in the main building.
- The shop/restaurant parking area and courtyard are wheelchair accessible.
- The harbor service building has step-free access to the shower facilities, and an accessible toilet is available. The sauna can be accessed with assistance—please contact our customer service for more details if needed.
- The ground floor of the apartment hotel is accessible, with private entrances to each room. We also offer one fully accessible room with additional features (listed as a 4-person room in the online store).
- Our villas have step-free access and accessible movement on the ground floor. You can find more detailed accessibility information for each villa on their individual pages or by contacting our customer service.
- Please confirm the suitability of your chosen hotel room or villa with our customer service before booking.
- Watch Sanna Kalmari’s video about visiting an Oravi villa in an electric wheelchair.
Book accessible tours
Unforgettable Sealsafari in spring
See the endangered Saimaa seal in Linnansaari National Park with a professional seal guide! This is a small group safari! Small group safaris are perfect for solo travellers and superb for families. May is the main seal watching time!
Sunset Seal Safari
Enjoy the sunset and unique lake nature in Linnansaari National Park with a professional nature guide! From June to September the best time of the day to find seals and other wildlife is during sunset.
Traditional Finnish sauna on Linnansaari island
Experience a Traditional Finnish Sauna in Linnansaari National Park
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.
Jig Fishing
Guided Jig Fishing Trip Stunning scenery and fish-rich waters! The best local fishing guides will take you by boat into the beautiful surroundings…
Learn Trolling Fishing
Want to learn the secrets of trolling with a professional guide?
Join a trolling trip from Oravi Harbor led by a local fishing expert! This trip is perfect for beginners, families, and even experienced anglers looking to deepen their skills.
Family Fishing Trip
On this guided fishing trip, we’ll head into the maze-like archipelago of Linnansaari for a relaxing day of fishing and enjoying nature. We’ll fish both from the boat and from the shore using rods and spinning gear.
Accessible Fishing Trip
Enjoy a fully accessible spinning adventure in the fish-rich waters of Linnansaari National Park. Your experienced local fishing guide will take you by boat to the area’s top fishing spots – no secrets held back!
Spinning trip
Spinning Trip Unforgettable Fishing Adventure in Linnansaari National Park Join a thrilling fishing trip in the pristine and fish-filled waters of lake Haukivesi….
Trolling trip – 5 hours
Trolling Trip This premium trolling charter offers a 5-hour experience with top-quality gear and expert guidance Experience top-class trolling on the fish-rich waters…
Trolling trip – 3 hours
Trolling trip from Oravi Premium Trolling Experience on Haukivesi Join a professional local fishing guide for a high-quality trolling trip in the fish-rich…
2-Day Kayaking Tour in Linnansaari National Park
2-Day Kayaking Tour in Linnansaari National Park Join a fully guided tour to the home waters of the Saimaa ringed seal!Your local guide…
Day trip by kayaks in Linnansaari National Park
Guided Kayaking Day Trip in Linnansaari National Park
Set out on a full-service kayaking adventure into the heart of Linnansaari National Park, led by an experienced local guide. This day trip includes everything you need.
Some previous paddling experience is recommended.
Day trip to Kolovesi National Park
Kayaking trip in Kolovesi Paddle Through the Majestic Cliffs of Kolovesi – Guided Day Trip Discover the stunning beauty of Kolovesi National Park…
Easy paddling trip
This 3-hour beginner-friendly tour is the perfect hands-on introduction to kayaking. You’ll learn the basics of safe paddling, how to use the equipment, and the fundamentals of self-rescue – all before heading out on a short and scenic trip in the sheltered waters near Oravi.
Autumn trip to Linnansaari (September-October)
Experience the beauty of autumn and the peaceful nature of Linnansaari National Park. A water taxi will take you from Oravi to the park’s main island, where you can hike scenic nature trails, admire panoramic views from Linnanvuori Hill, or forage for wild berries and mushrooms.
Linnansaari safari
This 3-hour guided safari takes you by boat through the labyrinthine waters of Linnansaari National Park. We land on the main island, where we walk to the Linnanvuori hill to admire the stunning lake scenery. The tour includes coffee and a snack in nature.
Sunrise safari (May-September)
A private boat tour to the beautiful Linnansaari National Park with a local nature guide
Early morning is the best time to spot wildlife – Saimaa ringed seals, beavers, moose, and a variety of bird species may be seen during the trip.
Accessible Seal Safari (May-September)
The tour is conducted in a fully accessible open boat equipped with a bow ramp, making it easy and safe for everyone to board.
PRIVATE Seal Safari
A private seal safari on the home waters of osprey and the endangered Saimaa ringed seal. The main seal watching time is in May when we can see the seals molting on the rocks. In summer the best time to spot seals is in the evening.
Fisherman’s Day with snowmobiles
This full-day snowmobile safari takes you to several fishing spots with our local fishing guide.
Fishing methods: traps and ice fishing.
Catch: perch, pikeperch, burbot and pike.
During the day we have lunch made from the days catch.
Sleigh ride to Linnansaari National Park
Cosy ride to Linnansaari National Park through the frozen lake Saimaa. In Linnansaari you find the snowshoe park with marked trails and fire places. In the sleigh you ride warmly under the blankets!
Dry Suit Floating
Discover the unique sensation of ice floating! Dressed in a warm, waterproof survival suit, you can float comfortably and safely in icy water – surrounded by the peace and beauty of winter nature.
Boat service in Linnansaari National Park
Boat taxi and regular boat from Oravi to Linnansaari. Available when the lake is not frozen ca May-November.
Saunayoga
A sequence of simple, yoga- based poses in the warmth and quietness of the sauna pamper the body and the mind and make way for a thoroughly relaxing experience. Private experience!
Sauna and Winter Swimming in Oravi
Relax in a Traditional Finnish Sauna by the Canal
Enjoy the calming effects of a genuine Finnish sauna – proven to reduce stress, improve sleep, and boost overall wellbeing.
Located by the Oravi canal, the sauna features a private dressing room with WC, a shower, and a cozy electric-heated sauna room.
Activities
- We have two accessible safari boats with bow ramps, used for activities like seal safaris, fishing trips, and water taxi services.
- Watch a video of lifting a fish trap from an accessible boat.
- The scheduled summer boat service to Linnansaari is also operated with a bow ramp boat.
- In winter, you can join a snowmobile tour, sleigh ride, or ice fishing trip.
Linnansaari National Park
- On the main island of Linnansaari, there are two accessible nature trails that can be explored with an assistant.
- At Sammakkoniemi, Linnansaari also offers accessible facilities including a toilet, grill shelter, outdoor kitchen, and campfire site (see photos below).
- Ramps are available for the rental cabins—please mention the need for a ramp when making your reservation.
- All docks at Sammakkoniemi on Linnansaari are wheelchair accessible.
