National Park Etelä-Konnevesi is a true haven for paddlers, offering a vast lake shielded by a maze of small islands. You can glide on crystal-clear water along the smooth rocks and towering cliffs.
Meeting: 9:00 in Jyväskylä
Itinerary:
- Drive to Hanhitaipale
The drive to the fishing harbour Hanhitaipale takes us a little bit over one hour. After arriving, we’ll have a light snack and load the canoes. - Paddling basics and safety
Before we start, the guide will teach you paddling techniques and cover safety instructions. You can join the tour even if you have no previous experience with paddling. - Canoeing, hiking and lunch
The paddling takes about 1,5 hours before we reach our hiking spot. The 3 kilometers long hiking trail will take us to Vuori-Kalaja pond, where a warm lunch will be prepared over the campfire. There will also be an option to hike on the top of Kalajavuori and enjoy the breathtaking views. - Paddling back and return to Jyväskylä
We will paddle back to our starting point and drive to Jyväskylä.
End of the tour: At approximately 19:30, Jyväskylä
Included in the price: Equipment, guidance, lunch and snack, transportation
What to bring: Proper outdoor clothing suitable for the season