Linnansaari

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!

79 €/hlö, jaettu vene

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.

79 €/hlö, jaettu vene

Canoe and tentsile in Linnansaari for 2 persons

Canoe + tentsile in Linnansaari -package available: 1st June – 30th September

On this self guided paddling trip you can enjoy the beutiful archipelago of Linnansaari National Park. The national park has hundreds of islands and untouched nature that guarantees you a peaceful experience. If you are lucky you can meet one of the Saimaa Ringed Seals, otters, beavers or osprays that live in the area.

The package includes an accommodation in a private tentsile on Linnansaari main island (Sammakkoniemi camping ground) and an indian canoe with paddling equipment.

Max. 2 guests

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Canoe and Eco hut in Linnansaari for 2 persons

Canoe + Eco hut in Linnansaari -package available: 1st June – 30th September

On this self guided paddling trip you can enjoy the beutiful archipelago of Linnansaari National Park. The national park has hundreds of islands and untouched nature that guarantees you a peaceful experience. If you are lucky you can meet one of the Saimaa Ringed Seals, otters, beavers or osprays that live in the area.

The package includes an accommodation in a private log hut on Linnansaari main island (Sammakkoniemi camping ground) and an indian canoe with paddling equipment.

Max. 2 guests

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Linnansaari and Kolovesi Canoeing Route

Discover two of Saimaa’s most stunning national parks—Kolovesi and Linnansaari—on one unforgettable tour. This two-park route has been one of our most popular paddling adventures since 1997.

Linnansaari canoeing routes

1-3 days paddling route suggestions

Linnansaari Nature trail

The most popular trail in Linnansaari National Park is a 7,5-kilometer circular route that winds through diverse terrain and leads to the stunning viewpoint atop Linnavuori Hill.

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.

Day Trips from Oravi

From Oravi, it’s easy to make a day trip to Linnansaari National Park or explore the Joutenvesi area.

Linnansaari Eco Hostel – log huts

Hut has two bunk beds (4 places to sleep, matrasses, blankets and pillows), table and benches. There is no electricity in the hut. Pets are welcomed to the huts (no extra fee).

Max. 4 guests

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Linnansaari tentsiles

The Tentsile Stingray has enough space for 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children to sleep in absolute comfort. The Tentsile Stingray’s spacious interior consists of three separate sleeping places and a mesh fabric covered passage in the middle.

Max. 3 guests

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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.

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.

79 €/person, min. 395 €/boat (private)

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.

398 €/boat/max. 6 persons

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.

Cozy hut on the winter hiking trail

The hut is situated on the ice by the winter hiking trail, half way between Oravi and Linnansaari island. YIou can reach the hut by foot, on skis, by skates, kick spark, bike or snowmobile depending on the ice conditions

Snowshoeing, winter hiking and skiing

Explore Linnansaari on Snowshoes and Trek Across the Frozen Lake Saimaa

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!