General informations for the programmes and tours with Tavinsulka
On the left side menu we listed the most attractive and beautyful canoeing routes in Central Finland and in Lapland. You may find tours from two hours of outdoor experience up to ten-day wilderness adventure. All our programmes can be tailored to your personal wish, though we present you a schedule, which we think ideal for that activity. They also can be done as self guidend activity, if you have canoeing experience. In this case we help you planning your journey, apart from renting equipment. When reserving a tour or programme the Agreement terms regarding countryside holidays are in force.
Throughout the summer we have nearly every day some guided activity. You may have a look at our Calendar for current information on the content and type of activities, prices, etc. After a brief introduction from our professional personnel, in favourable weather conditions and in calm water it is safe to go on a self guided tour, even for a beginner. Please remember, you are paddling on your own risks!.
When planning a canoe tour. it is worth to reserve plenty of time that you can spend quality time out there. Your canoe tour naturally can be combined with hiking, biking, riding on the hills of the neighbouring nature of the waters.
Clothing should be appropriate to the Nordic climate, according to the actual weather. We recommend thin layers, which can be pealed or put on according to changes in your activities or weather. The top layed is recommended to be a breathing, wind and rainproof garmet. Cuff should be tight. As footwear in Indian canoes normal outdoor shoe is good, but in kayaks we recommend thin soled slippers or beach shoe to be used for the best comfort. To protect from the strong UV radiation on water hat, sunglasses and sun lotion are recommended
We are proud of offering qood quality food. During our guided tours we utilise the gifts of nature. We fish, collect berries and mushrooms. Raw materials we take along plenty and versatile that no fisherman's bad luck would surprise. While meals are designed that a taste of Finland is persented to you, in the hug of Nature any gourmet stomach will be carressed. Special needs (vegetarian, diabetic, etc) are respected too.
We expect from all our customers active participation on water, on the shore alike. Every time at landing we must set up camping, chop firewood, light fire, carry water, etc. All works are done quick, give fun and goes smooth with positive attitude and cooperation.
Every time at landing canoes and kayaks must be emptied and lifed off water that waves and wind make no dammage in them.
Tavinsulka feels responsibility for future, and contracted Metsähallitus, the Finnish Forest Administratiuon of respecting the principles of Sustainable Nature Tourism . We expect that you, as our customer respect them too! Rubbish is taken away even from places where waste management is offered. In self guided tours camping is allowed on the basis of Everyman's Right. Besides the rights please remind the Everyman's Duties. We addvice you using the official landing and camping places. The maintemnance of shelters, firwood, saunas, etc. are included in the price calculation of your tour. To address the fee on behalf of you to the relevant adress we ask you reporting your overnight places upon return.
Prices of tour packakges are depending on several factors. Guided tour is allways more costy than self-guided. Transportation is also one contributive expense, in the case of one-direction tours. During a white water tour requirements towards both equipment and the guide are higher, which reflects in price. Prices on these pages are only as for example for tailored tours. Please, describe your wish as clear as possible and you will receive your tailored price offer. Presented guided packages are ready made, thus their price is also boud.
