Day Trip to Linnansaari National Park from Savonlinna
Discover the beauty of Finnish Lakeland on a relaxing day trip from Savonlinna to Linnansaari National Park. Travel by car and boat to the heart of Lake Saimaa and enjoy a day on the island.
Open lake season
Fishing and sightseeing charter
Experience Saimaa like a local – from the deck of a trolling boat! This fishing and sightseeing trip offers scenic lake views, the possibility to catch your own fish, and a chance to spot the rare Saimaa ringed seal and other wildlife.
Family Boat Tour Around Linnansaari
Explore the stunning Saimaa archipelago on a family-friendly boat tour around Linnansaari – safe, relaxing, and full of nature’s wonders!
Unforgettable Sealsafari in spring
See the endangered Saimaa seal in Linnansaari National Park with a professional seal guide! This is a small group safari by open boat. Small group safaris are perfect for solo travellers and superb for families. May is the main seal watching time!
79 €/person, mixed group
Sunset Seal Safari
Enjoy the sunset and unique lake nature in Linnansaari National Park with a professional nature guide! This is a small group safari by open boat. From June to September the best time of the day to find seals and other wildlife is during sunset.
79 €/person, mixed group
Traditional Finnish sauna on Linnansaari island
Experience a traditional Finnish sauna in Linnansaari National Park.
Enjoy the authentic Finnish sauna experience on the main island of Linnansaari, located at Sammakkoniemi camping area.
This traditional lakeside sauna features a wood-burning stove and a water-heating cauldron for an authentic experience. The sauna has its own private dock, providing easy access for a refreshing swim in the clean waters of Lake Saimaa.
Canoes and kayaks-15%
You can get a 15% discount of 2-7 days canoe, kayak, and rowing boat bookings for the dates between May 10 – June 10 when booking online with the code SPRING.
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Jig Fishing
Stunning scenery and fish-rich waters! The best local fishing guides will take you by boat into the beautiful surroundings of Linnansaari National Park and introduce you to the secrets of jig fishing.
Group size: 1–4 people.
Salmon trolling
We’ll be trolling with spoons and rigs, aiming to hook trout or salmon – but don’t be surprised if a pike or zander bites as well. We fish for salmonids during the spring and autumn seasons. Salmonids are protected from June 1st to August 31st, and fishing them is not allowed during this time.
Learn Trolling Fishing
Want to learn the secrets of trolling with a professional guide?
Join a trolling trip from Oravi Harbor led by a local fishing expert! This trip is perfect for beginners, families, and even experienced anglers looking to deepen their skills.
Family Fishing Trip
On this guided fishing trip, we’ll head into the maze-like archipelago of Linnansaari for a relaxing day of fishing and enjoying nature. We’ll fish both from the boat and from the shore using rods and spinning gear.
Accessible Fishing Trip
Enjoy a fully accessible spinning adventure in the fish-rich waters of Linnansaari National Park. Your experienced local fishing guide will take you by boat to the area’s top fishing spots – no secrets held back!
Spinning trip for beginners
Join a thrilling fishing trip in the pristine and fish-filled waters of lake Haukivesi. With a local expert fishing guide at the helm, you’ll head straight to the best hotspots. Target species include pike, zander, and perch – and yes, we guarantee you’ll catch fish!
Trolling trip – 5 hours
Experience top-class trolling on the fish-rich waters of Haukivesi or Joutenvesi, guided by a seasoned local fishing expert who knows every hidden hotspot – and shares all the secrets. Target species include pike, zander, perch, and trout – and best of all, we offer a fish guarantee!
Trolling trip – 3 hours
Join a professional local fishing guide for a high-quality trolling trip in the fish-rich waters of Lake Haukivesi. You’ll be taken straight to the best fishing spots, guided by someone who truly knows the lake. Target fish species include pike, zander, and perch – and yes, we include a fish guarantee on this trip!
Autumn trip to Linnansaari (September-October)
Experience the beauty of autumn and the peaceful nature of Linnansaari National Park. A water taxi will take you from Oravi to the park’s main island, where you can hike scenic nature trails, admire panoramic views from Linnanvuori Hill, or forage for wild berries and mushrooms.
32-34 €/person
Linnansaari safari
This 3-hour guided safari takes you by boat through the labyrinthine waters of Linnansaari National Park. We land on the main island, where we walk to the Linnanvuori hill to admire the stunning lake scenery. The tour includes coffee and a snack in nature.
79 €/person, min. 395 €/boat (private)
Sunrise safari (May-September)
A private boat tour to the beautiful Linnansaari National Park with a local nature guide.
Early morning is the best time to spot wildlife – Saimaa ringed seals, beavers, moose, and a variety of bird species may be seen during the trip.
410 €/boat (private), max. 6 persons/boat
79 €/person max 12 persons/boat
Accessible Seal Safari (May-September)
See the endangered Saimaa seal in Linnansaari National Park with a professional seal guide! The tour is conducted in a fully accessible open boat equipped with a bow ramp, making it easy and safe for everyone to board.
79 €/person, min. 474 €/boat (private), max. 12 persons/boat
PRIVATE Seal Safari
A private seal safari on the home waters of osprey and the endangered Saimaa ringed seal. The main seal watching time is in May when we can see the seals molting on the rocks. In summer the best time to spot seals is in the evening. The trip is made by open boat suitable for 2–6 people. If you have a larger group and wish to book a bigger boat, please choose the accessible seal safari.
398 €/boat/max. 6 persons
Dry Suit Floating
Discover the unique sensation of ice floating! Dressed in a warm, waterproof survival suit, you can float comfortably and safely in icy water – surrounded by the peace and beauty of winter nature.
Boat service in Linnansaari National Park
Boat taxi and regular boat from Oravi to Linnansaari island. The boat ride takes ca 15-20 min one way. Available when the lake is not frozen ca May-November.
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