Kayaking among the Ladoga skerries. Karelia

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The silence of the forest, the splash of water on the rocks, the scarlet sunset sky and warming herbal tea on the campfire — all this awaits us as part of an exciting week-long rafting on the Ladoga skerries.

We will discover uninhabited islands, feel a total reboot and get the experience of a real water hike with tents, guitar songs and people close in spirit.

No special training is required, we teach everything in the process!

Location

St. Petersburg, line 2, metro Parnas

Rafting

from

US$ 352

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Tour highlights

Ladoga Skerries

Picturesque rocky shores that are found only in the north. A giant glacier has been plowing the territory there for a long time

Uninhabited islands

There are many small and picturesque islands in the skerries. They are accessible only from the water, which makes them pristine and pristine

Overnight stays in tents

The best way to restore your strength and feel all the pleasure of outdoor recreation is to spend the night in a tent!

Kayaking experience

Pleasant physical activity and new skills are the key to a great holiday! Now you will definitely switch from an oar to a "you"

Delicious camping food

It is especially pleasant to replenish the calories spent with our menu. We will supplement the diet with mushrooms and berries according to the season

Ladoga

It is so huge that the coast is not visible on the horizon, it feels like it is the sea. You will appreciate its majestic beauty

Itinerary

Day 1 - Meeting in St. Petersburg and the beginning of the hike
In the morning, we meet at the Parnas metro station, get on the shuttle and hit the road. We drive 3-4 hours to the village of Vyatikkya, we unload.
We disassemble the equipment, pack up, go through a little training, safety techniques and after a small snack we go to explore the Ladoga skerries.
An hour later we stop for lunch on one of the picturesque islands, and after lunch we walk along the island of Lauvatsaari to our first stop.
In the evening, a full—fledged acquaintance, a delicious dinner and an overnight stay under the big Karelian stars.

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Day 2 - We are mastering the rowing technique
Getting up and having a hearty breakfast is a day full of physical activity ahead. Mandatory charging, packing and on the way!
Today we are exploring the inner skerries of Ladoga, so if it is windy, we will be under reliable protection.
We have lunch between the islands of Ristisaari and Melkja, and for the night we will stop at the island of Myukrimuksensaari. The prize is for the first one to learn this name :)
Day 3 - We are sailing to Kuhka Island
Today we are heading towards Kuhka Island. After a traditionally delicious breakfast and warm-up, we load into kayaks and hit the road.
On the way there are quiet backwaters, narrow channels and the ascetic northern nature of Karelia.
The place of our overnight stay today will be near the ridge of the Kilpisaaret Islands. This is the exit point from the inner skerries, so you can already see Valaam from here.

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Day 4 - We admire the islands and the open Lake Ladoga
On this day, the surrounding landscapes change — we go out into the open Ladoga. Dawn over the water surface for early risers, a delicious breakfast for the whole group and on the way.
Today we will reach the most remote point of our journey — the islands of Homesoaari, Timonsaari and Sorolansaari. There are seagulls, rocks and lots and lots of water around.
We spend the night on one of the far harsh islands.

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Day 5 - We continue to explore the skerries
It's time to turn back. Open water again, ending at the end of the day with cozy and already native skerries.
Today you need to walk 18 km and reach the island of Harjusaari. A leisurely lunch, muscles accustomed to exertion and calm water are the recipe for an ideal camping day. And, of course, a delicious dinner.
Day 6 - Koyonsaari Island and sandy beaches
Our current goal is the island of Koyonsaari, where we will spend the night at the end of our hike.
Along the way there are backwaters, sandy beaches and reed beds.
When we arrive on the island, we will still have time for a tour of it. Let's stretch our legs that have become numb during the hike and remember what it's like to walk with your feet, not on your hands.
In the evening — a festive dinner, summing up and kind words.

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Day 7 - Completion of the route and transfer to Parnassus
Another amazing sunrise on Ladoga, we finish our food supplies and move to Vyatikkya.
It is only 7 km away, after which we collect our equipment and take a transfer back to St. Petersburg.

Difficulty

Low physical intensity for amateurs and non-experienced travelers

Tour organizer's comments

According to our criteria, this route has a difficulty of 1/5, because there will be no crossings with a backpack, all movements are by kayak or light on the islands.

But this does not mean that you can relax :) The difficulty will be greatly influenced by weather conditions and your initial training.

The same route in the same group may seem simple to some, but unbearable to others, let alone different weather conditions. But you will succeed if you prepare yourself taking into account our recommendations!

Accommodation

Tent

6 nights

Comfort

Basic

The tour includes accommodation in tents.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 24 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Group meets at

St. Petersburg, line 2, metro Parnas

Included in price

transfer from St. Petersburg (from Parnas metro station) to the beginning of the route and back;
three meals a day;
group equipment rental (tents, campfire equipment, gas, burners);
rental of three-person kayaks with life jackets, paddles, skirts, aprons;
Rowing technique training from scratch (no prior experience required);
hermetic bag (80 l) for things for each participant;
group first aid kit;
medical accident insurance;
registration with the Ministry of Emergency Situations;
the services of experienced instructors.

Paid extra

tickets to St. Petersburg and back;
personal belongings and equipment according to the list (sleeping bag, foam);
any possible expenses related to forced program changes or force majeure.

It's important to know

Equipment:

foam (travel mat, polyurethane foam mat, karemat);
spring-autumn sleeping bag (comfort temperature -5°C);
tourist seat (hob);
headlamp LED flashlight;
backpack / sports bag / suitcase.

Clothes:

sleep clothes;
swimming suit (swimsuit, swimming trunks);
undercarriage pants (leggings, leggings, thermal underwear);
warm trousers for the evening (fleece or polartek);
shorts;
socks or thermal socks;
wool socks;
T-shirt;
long sleeve shirt;
warm fleece jacket with a neck (thick wool sweater);
windproof and waterproof jacket (windbreaker/membrane/ski jacket);
gloves;
the cap is light;
rain cape with hood;
trekking boots;
flip-flops/crocs/sandals.

Personal items:

thermos flask (1 l);
a set of dishes (mug, spoon, bowl, knife);
plastic bottle;
toilet paper;
individual first aid kit;
sunscreen and lipstick;
personal hygiene items;
a light towel;
a remedy for ticks.

We recommend adding:

a cape on a backpack;
down jacket (warm jacket);
thermos flask (1 l);
rubber boots;
hermetic bag;
tent.

Dates and Prices

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