- Easy and accessible itinerary for families with children
- Immersion in nature away from civilization
- Discovery of the most popular river in Karelia
Here is a route that is full of emotions and at the same time easy and safe, on one of the most beautiful Karelian rivers, the Shuya. The program's flexibility allows tourists of all ages and physical conditions to participate. The rapids encountered are sometimes quite serious, but there is always the possibility to switch dangerous places by foot. You will still be able to assess your strengths with our guides and make the adequate decision.
During three days, we will be in complete autonomy and "spared" from the civilization. Nights in tents, meals will be prepared on fire!
- Day 1Preparation and rafting startPetrozavodsk — Shuya river
- Day 2Continuation of the raftingShuya
- Day 3Return to PetrozavodskShuya — Petrozavodsk
- 07:50Arrival to Petrozavodsk Railway Station*The indicated time is only for the train N18 from Moscow. If you are going to take the train N 658, please, notice that the train from Saint-Petersburg arrives at 6:40 and you will have 3 hours fo free time before the tour starts.
- 08:30BreakfastBreakfast in a restaurant in the city of Petrozavodsk in buffet style. We get acquainted with the group, discuss the details of the tour.
- 10:00Transfer at Khautavaara (Хаутаваара)After reception at the station, transfer to the starting point of the route bu bus.
- 13:00Lunch en route (picnic)
- 14:00Starting of the navigationEquipment preparation, security instructions and setting on water of the rafts. Short descent of the Shuya river through the rapids Tsapfovski, Khaut and Sizovski.
- 17:00Setting up of the camp
- 19:00DinnerWarm dinner prepared on the fire.
- Night under tents
2 h transfer (125km)
- 09:00Breakfast
- 10:00Continuation of the descent of ShuyaPassage the rapids of Sizovski (class II-III), Ostrovnoï (category II), crossing the Ignolskaïa dam, passing of the rapids of Kenaykoski * (category III), Valoïnié (I-II category), Sarikoski (II category) and Kumio (II-III category). * - Passage of Kenaykoski rapid by raft will depend on the physical and participants conditions.
- 13:00Outdoor lunch
- 16:00setting up of the camp
- 19:00Dinner near the fireOn this day, the instructor will introduce you to a local delicacy - Karelian red fish with fresh vegetables.
- Night under tents
rafting (32km)
- 09:00Breakfast
- 10:00RaftingDescent of Shuya. Ride on calm water to the last point from the bridge to the Sodder's village.
- 13:00Lunch
- 14:00Russian banyaWorthy completion of an active rafting - a hot banya (wood-fired sauna)!
- 15:00Transfer to Petrozavodsk
- 19:30Arrival to PetrozavodskTransfer to Petrozavodsk to take a train in the evening or night to Moscow or St.Petersburg. End of the programme.
3 h rafting (18km)
transfer (110km)
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- Russian-speaking guide services
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Camping outfit rental
- Dry bag rental
- Raft and equipment rental
- Meals according to the program
- English-speaking guide services
- Meals as per itinerary
- Railway tickets
- Sleeping bag rental
If you need some extra equipement, please, contact us about the rent. Train tickets are available as an option, please, ask us. If you are traveling with children, please indicate their age when booking - discounts apply. Neoprene wetsuit rental for those who wish - 3 000 roubles / per pers. / for the tour duration.
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