Weekend on the Shuya River. Rafting

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We invite you to spend an active weekend on one of the most popular rivers in Karelia. For three days you will enjoy the picturesque landscapes, delicious camping cuisine, cozy evenings around the campfire and get vivid impressions from the passage of a simple rafting trip under the guidance of experienced instructors.

Karelian nature, interesting rapids and new acquaintances will provide a surge of positive emotions and energy for a long time!

Location

Petrozavodsk

Rafting

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Tour highlights

Picturesque nature

Admire the beautiful views and enjoy the melodious sound of the river

An exciting master class

You will take part in setting up a camp and cooking dinner, and the instructors will teach you how to cook Karelian trout.

Pleasant company

Embark on a comfortable tour for beginners and families with children over 5 years old

Itinerary

Day 1 - The beginning of the rafting. Port. Zapfovsky – port. Haut – port. Sizovsky, por. Sizovsky – por. Doggie – Ignolskaya Hydroelectric power station
The journey starts in Petrozavodsk, where you need to get to on your own on the first day of the program. We recommend purchasing tickets for train No. 018A upon arrival from Moscow.
After meeting at the Petrozavodsk railway station, you will have breakfast in a cafe.
Transfer to the starting point of the rafting – Hautovaara (120 km from Petrozavodsk).
Lunch in the field, preparation of equipment for going out on the river.
Before the start, you will receive a safety briefing and pick up equipment: a life jacket, helmet, paddles, and a neoprene suit (for an additional fee).
General and personal items will be packed in waterproof bags.
Rafting on the Shuya River: port. Zapfovsky is the threshold of the Harbor. Sizovsky (2-3 PhD), por. Sizovsky – por. Doggie – Ignolskaya hydroelectric power station, 11 km.
Shuya is one of the longest and largest rivers of the Republic of Karelia.
A river with a frequently changing mood: sometimes calm, sometimes harsh, which especially attracts tourists.
Due to the fact that Shuya is surrounded by peat bogs, the waters of the river are colored in a dark tea color.
The river itself is friendly to beginners and children, the rapids here range from simple to complex.
Dinner and overnight in the field.

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Day 2 - Continuation of the rafting. Ignolskaya HPP – port. Kenyakoski is a port. Valoyne – por. Sarikoski – por. Full name
Breakfast at the camp.
The route awaits you: Ignolskaya HPP – port. Kenyakoski (3-4 K.S.) – por. Valoine (1-2 c.s.) – por. Sarikoski (1-2 c.s.) – por. Kumio (2-3 villages), 15 km.
The most difficult thresholds that you will pass today are the Kenyakoski and Kumio thresholds.
The instructor decides whether to pass or carry the Kenyakoski and Kumio thresholds, depending on the overall readiness of the group and the water level.
Kenyakoski threshold (3-4 km) – from the Karelian language "black threshold", and all because the water appears black because of the rocks coming to the surface.
A snack will be arranged for you on the way.
In the evening, you will take part in setting up a camp and cooking dinner, and the instructors will conduct a master class on cooking Karelian trout for you.
Supper.
Free time at the camp: you can gather in a group around the campfire, play traditional hiking games, and share your impressions of the hike.
Overnight in the field.

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Day 3 - Completion of the alloy in D. Sodder
After breakfast at the camp, you will continue rafting along Shuya: port. Kumio (2-3 villages) – Sodder village.
The total length of the route is 15 km.
You will row part of the way, and on quieter sections you will use the motor to enjoy the picturesque Karelian landscapes.
In the village of Sodder, we collect and hand over the equipment. Lunch and a sauna are waiting for you here.
Transfer to Petrozavodsk (110 km).
You will have free time in Petrozavodsk, during which you can have dinner at your favorite cafe or restaurant, buy souvenirs and stroll around the city.
Departure by evening trains from Petrozavodsk railway station.
Return tickets must be purchased for trains departing from Petrozavodsk no earlier than 21:00.
The route option can be changed depending on the weather conditions and the group's level of training.

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Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Tour organizer's comments

For a long stay in nature, rafting requires physical training. The tours are designed for ordinary people who are ready for hiking conditions.

Accommodation

Tent

2 nights

Comfort

Basic

Overnight stays in three-person tourist tents throughout the tour.

Each participant is given an individual thermal insulation mat.

The cost of the tour for 1 person is 18,500 rubles.

Rent of a single or double tent — 1000 RUB/tour.

Please inform us about the need for a single or double tent when booking a tour.

The tour provides accommodation in three-person tourist tents.

Tour conditions

Group

From 8 to 24 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

Petrozavodsk

Included in price

transportation services according to the program;
meals included in the program (3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 snack, 2 dinners);
instructors' work;
rental of rafting equipment: rafts, paddles, helmets, life jackets, sealed packages, motor + fuel;
rental of camp equipment: campfire equipment, tents, thermal insulation mats, sleeping bags;
the sauna is at the end of the route.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Petrozavodsk and back;
dinner on the last day of the program (optional);
insurance of medical and other unforeseen expenses – from 100 rubles/person/day;
neoprene suit – 3,300 rubles/tour. (optional);
rent of a single or double tent – 1000 rub/tour (optional);
souvenirs.

It's important to know

Take with you:

a backpack without a machine tool or a travel bag;
a sleeping bag (if you do not have a personal one, it will be provided free of charge for the duration of the tour).

The form of clothing during the rafting:

socks should be on your feet (not thin cotton, tighter). Shoes that don't mind getting wet (sneakers are perfect). If you have neoprene socks or neoprene boots, it is welcome.;
Rubber boots are prohibited because they pull the participant down when they get into the water.
as outerwear: comfortable sportswear for the weather or a neoprene suit (if available). It is advisable that the clothes be quick-drying. We recommend not to take jeans, any sweatpants will do instead.;
Recommended: wear a light Bolognese suit (protection from wind and moisture). Raincoats made of dense materials can be used.;
You can wear thin cotton gloves or neoprene gloves (optional).
There will be a helmet on your head, and 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 wear lenses during 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 cap (the 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 sauna 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 is "urban".

Personal items:

knee pads (when rafting on a catamaran) – optional;
repellents (mosquitoes, midges);
a flashlight with a set of spare batteries;
sunglasses and sunscreen and sunscreen 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 utensils (mug, deep bowl, spoon).

Documents and money in sealed packaging:

passport;
medical insurance policy (photocopy is available);
We recommend that you always have a small amount of cash with you so that you can quickly buy the necessary items at stops along the route.

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14 May, 2025

Great organization. Everything ran smoothly with no conflicts.