Finland · CANOES & KAYAKS
Good kayak trips sell out weeks ahead in December and the great ones go first. Here are 15 to book early, what each includes, and how they differ once you read past the headline.
Paddle Turku’s island-dotted archipelago at sunset on a small-group sea-kayak tour with gear, instruction, and weather-flexible routes.
“Disfrutar de las vistas a las islas desde el kayak fue muy especial. El archipiélago de Turku cuanta con paisajes hermosos, que lucen mucho en esta época del año, con el sol de medianoche y unos cielos espectaculares. A pesar de la gran cantRead more”
Paddle a quiet Lapland lake near Rovaniemi with a small group, guide, pickup, and Arctic scenery, but confirm the boat type and guiding style first.
“We were very disappointed with this tour. Miguel was friendly and picked us up from the hotel. Contrary to the description of the activity, this was not a river tour. We were driven to a lake about 30-40 minutes outside of Rovaniemi, where we were given a single kayak. These were not canoes either. After that, we were left to paddle alone on the lake for 2 hours at sunset. It was not a guided tour, and we didn’t learn anything about the area or Finnish culture. Additionally, there was no hot drink provided. After paddling around on our own, we were driven straight back home. For us, it was…”
Paddle Helsinki’s Eastern Archipelago with a certified guide, island snack stop, stable kayaks, and Baltic Sea views in a small group.
“Saaya was an extremely skilled and knowledgeable kayaker and really brought our mixed group of kayakers together! She made me feel safe and I enjoyed her sharing facts about kayaking, the area, culture, landmarks and the sea with all of us. I loved the experience! I would highly recommend this activity if you love the outdoors and being on the water! Great way to explore Helsinki.”
Meet Lapland reindeer, learn about herding, and paddle a peaceful lake on this small-group Rovaniemi tour with guides and gear included.
“Guide was super nice and great experience in a small group - you get to feed the reindeer and get a lot of information at a warm fireplace afterwards. The Canoing on the lake was also really beautiful and relaxing.”
Feed reindeer at a traditional Lapland farm, warm by a fire, then paddle a peaceful lake on this small-group Rovaniemi tour.
“If you do only one excursion in Rovaniemi this must be it. It was truly amazing. The reindeer farm was really informative and super interesting. The canoeing was mind bogglingly beautiful (20 Aug). Our guide, Gabor, was amazing and went above and beyond to make our experience one of the most memorable of our trip. Unforgettable.”
Paddle through Rovaniemi’s quiet waterways, watch for wildlife, stop for snacks, and enjoy a relaxed beginner-friendly kayak trip.
“If you’re in Rovaniemi in summer this is a must do!!! It was so peaceful and beautiful to kayak at 10pm with the sun still in the sky. Even though it was cloudy it was so beautiful. Miguel was a great guide :)”
Paddle a quiet Lapland lake near Rovaniemi with a certified guide, warm drinks, scenic stops, and small-group attention for all skill levels.
“We went as a friend group and had the best time. The guides and workers were really nice an helpful! The activity was super fun 10/10!”
Meet Lapland’s reindeer and huskies, canoe through forest scenery, and enjoy local snacks on a six-and-a-half-hour trip from Rovaniemi.
“Nos lo pasamos genial, tanto mi hija como yo. Conocimos una auténtica granja de renos y aprendimos mucho sobre ellos. Pudimos darles de comer y tocarlos. La dueña ofreció un té con galletas y nos explicó todo sobre ellos. También disfrutamos con los huskies y el paseo en carro. El lago es espectacular, y el guía, muy atento y profesional. Comimos salchichas y pan de aquí tostados en hoguera típica. Bebimos agua y zumo de bayas. Conocimos los bosques y la naturaleza lapona, y la historia de la ciudad. Un magnífico día.”
Paddle through quiet Lapland lakes, learn canoe skills, enjoy a fire-cooked snack, and spot Arctic nature on this six-hour Rovaniemi trip.
“We enjoyed a fun day on the water with our guide Giom. Some good paddling time and drifting time. We enjoyed a campfire lunch and delicious chocolates. It was our last adventure in Rovaniemi and it was special!”
Paddle a peaceful lake or river near Rovaniemi, learn Arctic canoeing skills, and warm up with Finnish coffee by an open fire.
“It was a very nice trip. The guides were very relaxed and it was a cool atmosphere. The whole team was very friendly and helpful. It was a very nice experience and we can only recommend it to everyone.”
Paddle Helsinki’s Eastern Archipelago with a guide, stable kayaks, island snack stop, and beginner-friendly Baltic Sea views.
Paddle Helsinki’s Eastern archipelago beneath the midnight sun, then warm by a campfire on a quiet island with a small guided group.
Paddle past Helsinki’s Presidential Palace, Market Square, and Opera House on a relaxed, beginner-friendly three-hour kayak tour.
“Lovely experience paddling under all the bridges of Helsinki and seeing the sights from the water. Highly recommend this experience for all!”
Paddle Helsinki’s quiet winter archipelago with warm gear, expert guidance, hot juice, and small-group access from Vuosaari.
“Brilliant thing to do - it wasnt too cold but we did have to break through some ice to get to shore which was unexpected!. Excellent guides and a fun thing to do”
Paddle Finland’s island-filled Turku Archipelago on a seven-hour small-group kayak tour with lunch, instruction, and a wild-island break.
“A great activity to discover the Turku archipelago at a slow pace, in a small group of up to 8 people. There were 6 of us from 5 different nationalities and the 7 hours flew by. Our guide Gabrielle, originally from Canada, married to a Finnish woman and settled for 13 years, a top-flight guide and kayaker, is a wealth of culture and eager to share. Commentary in English and French. Break around a typical lunch on a tiny island in Robinson mode, an unexpected interlude bathed in nature. We had a great day and recommend this activity to anyone who is fleeing the crowds and wants to give meaning…”
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