Kanava Resort is located between Linnansaari and Kolovesi National Parks. Both parks offer a different way to experience the nature of Lake Saimaa and are easy to visit on a day trip during your stay at Kanava Resort.
Linnansaari is known for its beautiful archipelago landscapes and diverse hiking trails. The National Park is also one of the most important habitats of the highly endangered Saimaa ringed seal. Kolovesi, in turn, is known for its rugged cliffs, prehistoric rock paintings and exceptionally peaceful kayaking environment.
Explore Linnansaari, Kolovesi or even both during your stay. After a day in the National Parks, return to Kanava Resort, warm up the sauna and relax in the privacy of your own villa.
Linnansaari National Park
Linnansaari National Park is known for its tranquillity, archipelago landscapes and distinctive lake nature. The National Park is also one of the most important habitats of the highly endangered Saimaa ringed seal.
You can explore Linnansaari by hiking, kayaking or boating. From Oravi, the National Park is also easily accessible by boat transfer, providing a convenient connection to Linnansaari’s hiking trails.
Kolovesi National Park
Kolovesi National Park is known for its rugged cliffs, narrow straits and exceptionally peaceful kayaking environment.
The National Park offers plenty to experience, particularly for those exploring by water, and its landscapes are also home to ancient rock paintings dating back thousands of years. Motor boating is restricted in large parts of the park, making Kolovesi one of the most peaceful nature destinations on Lake Saimaa.
Explore Kolovesi National Park
Boat trip to Linnansaari National Park
The boat journey from Oravi to Linnansaari is approximately five kilometres, taking you through the island-dotted landscapes of Lake Saimaa. The scheduled boat service to Linnansaari operates daily from 13 June to 30 August 2026, with guaranteed departures. The boat trip is operated by SaimaaHoliday Oravi.
The boat departs from Oravi Harbour, next to Restaurant Ruukinranta. The transfer is operated by a fast boat for 8–14 passengers, and the journey takes approximately 15–20 minutes. Weather and conditions may cause minor changes to the schedule. Dogs are welcome on board, so four-legged companions can join you on your trip to the National Park.
The boat trip is operated by SaimaaHoliday Oravi. Kanava Resort acts as an intermediary for the service, and the agreement is made directly between the customer and the service provider. Payment is made directly to the service provider.
Daily departures 13 June – 30 August 2026
Oravi – Linnansaari
10:00, 11:00, 12:30, 15:00, 16:30
Linnansaari – Oravi
10:30, 12:00, 14:00, 15:30, 17:00
Daily departures 6–12 June and 31 August – 6 September 2026
Oravi – Linnansaari
10:00, 14:15
Linnansaari – Oravi
10:30, 14:30
Price:
€29 / adult / return
€15 / child (3–12 yrs) / return
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