Shuisky multiactive: horseback riding and rafting

In this tour you will be able to see Karelia from different angles. You will enjoy communication with sled dogs, horse riding and a two-day rafting on the Shuya River.

Horseback riding is a great opportunity to get out of the daily routine and the gray stone city into the fresh air, change the constant rush for peace and tranquility, as well as chat with loved ones or friends in an unusual environment.

Rafting on Shuya is a reliable and proven way to relax in nature. This deep-flowing river is ideal for the first acquaintance with Karelia.

Location

Petrozavodsk
from
$259
+ tickets to the starting point of the tour
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Duration
3 Days
2 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 27 – 29 April, 2025
    • 2 – 4 May, 2025
    • 8 – 10 May, 2025
    • 30 May – 1 June, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Tent
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Basic
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
Up to 12 people
Minimum age
8 years old
Maximum weight of the tourist
80 kg
Group meet at
Petrozavodsk
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Horse riding
Let's get the horses ready for a walk and go for a forest walk
Friendly dogs
We will learn how to drive sled dogs and follow a special route along the river
Two-day rafting
Let's arrange rafting on the most popular river of Karelia

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Horseback riding through the forest. Sled Dog Kennel

    We will meet on the platform at the entrance to the building of the Petrozavodsk railway station.

    We are greeted by instructors with a sign (according to the arrival time of train No. 18 Moscow — Petrozavodsk).

    We go to a restaurant for breakfast to immediately set ourselves up for a great adventure. Breakfast will be to the taste of any traveler — a buffet is at your service.

    Our adventure begins! 

    We take buses to the starting point of the horse ride.

    The instructors of the stable will give us a tour of the territory of the stable, tell us about the ammunition, breeds and suits, the peculiarities of the content and character of their wards.

    A master class on cleaning and saddling a horse is being held for us. 

    Having prepared the horses ourselves, we go for a horse ride.

    Before going on the route, the instructor will teach us how to interact with the horse correctly, show us the basic controls and teach us how to confidently stay in the saddle.

    And after that we will go for an exciting walk along the forest route (1.5 hours).

    In the forest area, we will have a great opportunity to drive a horse on our own.

    We learn to own our own body, enjoy the harmony of unity with nature. 

    We continue our journey and take the bus to the sled dog kennel on the banks of the Shuya River, 30 km on the way.

    We dine in the atmospheric plague: we treat ourselves to dishes of national Karelian cuisine.

    After lunch, we go on a trekking trip in the company of huskies — it is recommended to everyone who lacks positive emotions.

    Huskies are surprisingly trusting and friendly dogs that are literally made for communication. 

    You will have a training master class on working with sled dogs, as well as an easy walk along a specially laid route along the Shuya River.

    We take buses to the starting point of the rafting — to the Ignoyl hydroelectric dam (130 km).

    We set up camp, participate in the preparation of dinner and go to rest. 

    A busy day awaits us tomorrow!

    8 more photos
  • Day 2 - Rafting on the Shuya River: Ignolskaya HPP — port. Kenyakoski — por. Valoyne — por. Sarikoski — por. Kumio
  • Day 3 - Completion of the alloy. Bathhouse
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Tent
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Basic

The tour provides overnight stays in 4-seater tourist tents, check—in tents for 2 or 3 people. 

Each participant is provided with an individual thermal insulation mat. 

The cost of the tour for 1 person:

Rafting on an 8-seater raft8 participants + instructor26,900 rubles .

Please inform us about the need for a 2-bed tent when booking the tour.

Tent camp 2 nights

Tour conditions

Group
up to 12 tourists
Minimum age
8 years old
Maximum weight of the tourist
80 kg
Duration
3 days 2 nights
Group meets at
Petrozavodsk

Included in price

  • transportation services according to the program;
  • meals according to the program;
  • the work of instructors;
  • excursion to the stable and master class; 
  • excursion to the kennel of sled dogs;
  • horseback riding (tourist weight limit is 80-85 kg);
  • rental of rafting equipment: rafts, motor, oars, helmets, life jackets, sealed packages;
  • rental of camp equipment: personal utensils, seats, campfire equipment, tents, thermal insulation mats, sleeping bag;
  • visit to the sauna on the last day of the route.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Petrozavodsk and back;
  • insurance of medical and other unforeseen expenses — from 100 rubles/person/day;
  • neoprene suit rental — 2,700 rubles/tour;
  • personal expenses.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

Take with you:

  • a backpack without a machine or a travel bag.

The form of clothing during the rafting:

  • socks should be on your feet (not thin cotton, tighter). Shoes that you don't mind getting wet (sneakers are perfect). If you have neoprene socks or neoprene boots, it is welcome;
  • rubber boots are prohibited, because when they get into the water, they pull the participant down.
  • as outerwear: comfortable sportswear for the weather or a neoprene suit (if available). It is desirable that the clothes be quick-drying. We recommend NOT to take jeans, any sweatpants will do instead;
  • Recommended: put on a light Bolognese suit (protection from wind and moisture). Raincoats made of dense materials can be used;
  • you can take thin cotton gloves or neoprene gloves (optional) on your hands.
  • there will be a helmet on your head, you can put a bandana under it;
  • 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;
  • if you wear glasses, try to come up with a chain for them (so as not to lose them) or put on lenses for the duration of the alloy.

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.

Clothing 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.

For a trip to the tourist bath:

  • individual towel;
  • swimsuit (boys / girls go to the bathhouse all together, groups of 8-10 people);
  • slates/sandals for sports.

Shoes (comfortable, without heels):

  • 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 one is "urban". 

Personal items:

  • knee pads (when rafting on a catamaran) – not necessary;
  • 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);
  • an individual first aid kit;
  • small polyurethane seat mat;
  • portable charger;
  • personal utensils (mug, deep bowl, spoon).

Documents and money in an airtight package:

  • passport;
  • medical insurance policy (photocopy is available);
  • 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.
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Dates and Prices

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  • $259
    27 – 29 Apr, 2025 3 days 2 nights
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  • $259
    2 – 4 May, 2025 3 days 2 nights
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  • $259
    8 – 10 May, 2025 3 days 2 nights
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  • $259
    30 May – 1 Jun, 2025 3 days 2 nights
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  • $259
    6 – 8 Jun, 2025 3 days 2 nights
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