Relaxation on Ladoga: motor cruises on Ladoga skerries

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We invite you to take a trip on motor boats along the Ladoga skerries!

Within four days you will get to the most protected straits and bays of this unique place. During a walk along the Ladoga skerries, you will discover places that are not in the tourist guides.

You will see a variety of combinations of flora and fauna, natural monuments and sunsets!

Location

Republic of Karelia, Sortavala

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Tour highlights

Rest on the shore of Ladoga

You will live in nature in a tent and enjoy the camping atmosphere

Non-touristic route

Explore the most picturesque places of the Ladoga skerries

Boat trip

Take a trip on motor boats on Lake Ladoga

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Sortavala. Transfer to Lake Ladoga. Hiidenvuori Mountain Trekking
After meeting at the station in Sortavala, you will have breakfast in a cafe.
Transfer to the shore of Lake Ladoga.
You will go trekking on the "back of the goblin" – Mount Hiidenvuori. Sometimes this mountain is also called Bald Mountain, because there is not a single tree on the top of the mountain.
From the top of the mountain there is a stunning view of Lake Ladoga, the islands, the skerries and the Yanisjoki River. On a clear sunny day, we can even see the domes of the legendary Valaam Monastery.
At the top there is a man-made cave, which was built by the Finns during the Russian—Finnish war, a grotto with a vertical shaft. An inscription from 1940 has also been preserved there.
After trekking, motor boats will be waiting for you, on which you will go to one of the islands of the Ladoga skerries to set up camp.
Lake Ladoga is the largest lake in Europe. It is rich in islands — up to 500 islands with an area of up to 300 square kilometers. The necklace of islands is divided by a maze of straits (skerries). Thirty-two rivers carry their waters to Ladoga. Lake Ladoga can be called a storehouse of solar energy without exaggeration.
Dinner and overnight in the field.

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Day 2 - Motor boat trip along the Ladoga skerries. Aino Rock. Honkasalo Island. Mount Vakhtimyaki
After breakfast, you will embark on a motorized boat trip along the Ladoga Skerries, a picturesque archipelago in the north of Lake Ladoga, consisting of many small rocky islands separated by straits.
One of the striking features of the Ladoga skerries is the so—called "reef mountains". Reef mountains are called mountains that break off into the lake with sheer cliffs, the height of which can reach 80 meters.
The route begins with an inspection of the "fingers of the giant" — the picturesque capes of the island of Honkasalo, where you can make sure that Russia has its own fjords — narrow bays with steep stone walls.
The culmination of the walk will be an ascent to one of the most beautiful viewing platforms with a magnificent view of the skerries – the Aino rock.
A hearty snack in nature will be organized for you.
You will also climb the "roof of Ladoga" — Mount Vakhtimyaki, the view from which is breathtaking. From here you can enjoy a magnificent view of the vast expanses of the skerries and the Valaam archipelago.
You will return to the campground in the evening.
Dinner and overnight in the field.

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Day 3 - Motor boat trip along the Ladoga skerries. Pellotsari Island
After breakfast, you will embark on a motorized boat trip along the Ladoga Skerries, a picturesque archipelago in the north of Lake Ladoga, consisting of many small rocky islands separated by straits.
Have a snack or a full meal on the way.
You will visit the island of Pellotsari, where Finnish farms were located before the Winter War (1939-1940).
The foundations of houses of Swedish, Finnish and Russian families who lived here until the 20s of the last century, as well as small quarries, have been preserved on the now uninhabited island - the local population was engaged in quartz mining.
The foundations of the island have been preserved, rather resembling pillboxes with bunkers. In the 1930s, loans were issued for the construction of farms on the condition that the ground floor would be dual-use. The farms were used as long-term Firing Points and as strong points included in the line of defense.
Return to the camp.
Dinner and overnight in the field.

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Day 4 - A ride on motorboats
Breakfast at the camp, collecting personal belongings and equipment
Transfer by motorboat on Lake Ladoga to the village of Lyaskela (12 km on the way).
Lunch on the shore of Lake Ladoga.
Transfer to Sortavala railway station.
You will have free time in Sortavala, during which you can have dinner on your own, buy souvenirs and stroll around the city.
Departure by evening trains from the railway station of Sortavala.

Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Tent

3 nights

Comfort

Basic

The tour includes accommodation in 3-bed tents.

The cost of the tour: 19,900 rubles/person.

It is possible to stay in a double tent for an additional fee (payment when booking the tour) — 1,500 rubles/tour.

The tents are triple. Accommodation in tents for 3 people. Each participant is provided with an individual thermal insulation mat.

Dishes — everyone needs to have personal dishes. Boilers, trays and other cooking utensils are provided.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 12 to 16 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

4 days 3 nights

Group meets at

Republic of Karelia, Sortavala

Included in price

transportation services according to the program;
meals according to the program (except dinner on the last day);
instructors' work;
rafting equipment rental: paddles, helmets, life jackets, sealed packages, boats, outboard motor;
rental of camp equipment: campfire equipment, tents, thermal insulation mats.

Paid extra

railway tickets to Sortavala and back;
personal expenses;
sleeping bag rental (comfort temperature +6°, extreme 0°; payment when booking a tour) — 700 RUB/tour;
accommodation in a double tent (payment when booking the tour) — 1,500 rubles/tour;
insurance of medical and other unforeseen expenses — from 100 rubles/person/day.

It's important to know

1. A backpack without a machine or a travel bag.

2. Sleeping bag (if there is no personal one, you can rent it from the company, payment is made when booking a trip).

3. A set of clothes for changing clothes after rafting:

a set of dry comfortable outerwear;
dry comfortable shoes and socks;
beanie/bandana/buff;
a set of spare underwear.

4. Clothes for sleeping in a tent:

warm loose clothing (if available, thermal underwear);
warm socks (woolen ones are possible) and a thin hat (nights can be cool);
for the evening, a fleece jacket / sweatshirt / jacket.

5. Comfortable shoes without heels, 3 pairs:

one for rafting on the river;
the second one is for the camp (you can take rubber boots if it rains according to the forecast);
The third is urban.

6. Personal items:

repellents (mosquitoes, midges);
flashlight with a set of spare batteries;
sunglasses and sunscreen and after sunburn, if it is sunny according to the forecast;
personal hygiene products (including toilet paper);
individual first aid kit;
small polyurethane seat mat;
portable charger;
personal tableware (mug, deep bowl, spoon).

7. Documents – passport, medical insurance policy (photocopy is possible) in an airtight package.

8. Money. We recommend that you always have a small amount of cash with you so that, if desired, you can quickly buy the necessary things at stops along the route.

9. You can take a camera, there will be sealed packages on the rafts, in which it can be hidden at the moment of passing the threshold.

Dates and Prices

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2 – 5 Jul 4 days 3 nights

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9 – 12 Jul 4 days 3 nights

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16 – 19 Jul 4 days 3 nights

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23 – 26 Jul 4 days 3 nights

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30 Jul – 2 Aug 4 days 3 nights

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6 – 9 Aug 4 days 3 nights

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13 – 16 Aug 4 days 3 nights

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20 – 23 Aug 4 days 3 nights

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Reviews

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Ivan

14 May, 2025

Fantastic tour! Perfect for anyone looking to reconnect with nature and escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The guides were excellent, knowledgeable, responsible, and with a great sense of humor :) Everyone was in high spirits, and meals were always served right on time :D The tour included a scenic boat ride through the skerries, a visit to Pellotsaari Island, and a hike up Hiidenvuori Hill.
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Ivan

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14 May, 2025

Great organization. Everything ran smoothly with no conflicts.